Refined Carbohydrates and Knee Pain
There is one thing that artificial sweeteners, processed meats, and processed carbohydrates all have in common, and it’s not good. They’re delicious? Maybe. They can lead to weight gain? Well, yes. When consumed in excess they can lead to numerous health problems? Yes. But what about their effect specifically on those of us with knee […]
Holiday Foods and Holiday…Knee Pain?
Holiday foods can be lovely and enjoyable, but for those of us suffering from knee pain caused by osteoarthritis, some of these holiday foods can be problematic. In fact, many of these foods contain ingredients that can actually wreak havoc on our bodies, leading to increased inflammation, and as a result, increased stiffness and pain. […]
Inflammation: Destroyer or Healer?
What comes to mind when you hear the word “inflammation”? A sore throat, lower back pain, joint pain, knee pain? If you think of any of these, and countless others, you are right. All of them are influenced by inflammation. Though inflammation is a normal part of the human body’s defense system and can be […]