Migraines are severe headaches often preceded by symptoms affecting the senses. Could a piercing targeting a specific point in the ear help manage migraines and alleviate their effects?In the USA, more than 37 million people are affected by migraine. According to the Migraine Trust in the United Kingdom, migraine is the third most common disease worldwide, affecting approximately 1 in 7 people.In this article we look at Daith piercings and review the available evidence around this treatment. Our goal is to answer the question: could Daith piercings be effective in treating migraines?We are also exploring other related alternative remedies as…
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Introduction Stress is not a bad thing. It’s a normal reaction to the demands and changes in your life. Trying something new, preparing for stressful exams, moving, waiting for a response to a job application can all lead to stress. Until the situation resolves, it is common to feel stressed. Successfully navigating these kinds of stressful situations can promote positive outcomes such as success, growth and resilience. An appropriate level of stress is motivating. However, sometimes situations are not resolved quickly and your current coping methods stop working. Chronic stress can lead to many cognitive, behavioral, physical and emotional symptoms.…
Try to get your antioxidants from the foods you eat, when possible. Dreamtime/TNS Antioxidants are a nutrition topic that has endured for decades, while other nutritional trends come and go. For what? Because while antioxidants can sometimes be overrated, there’s real substance behind the hype.Antioxidant activitiesAntioxidants neutralize free radicals, substances naturally present in the body but which can damage cells and DNA.“Antioxidants are simply compounds that protect cells against oxidation – or the effects of free radicals – and they are found all around us, in many types of foods and drinks,” explains Ginger Hultin, MS, RDN, registered dietitian nutritionist…
Mental health is health. The military health system has many resources to help service members, families or veterans struggling with mental health issues.The life of military families is generally very different from that of others. Military members may be subject to frequent moves, deployments, and stressful experiences due to combat and time away from family. Families face additional stressors when their loved ones are deployed and managing family life on the home front. Traumatic events such as combat, assault or disaster can have long-term negative effects such as sleep disturbances, increased anger, nightmares, anxiety and alcohol and drug abuse.Protecting, optimizing…
In a previous column (“When Patients Lie (Bribe or Flatter),” October 1, 2015), I discussed the problem of patients lying to doctors and the many reasons why this can happen. Patients may wish that their medical history “looks healthier” or appears more disciplined than it actually is, such as with exercise. They may exaggerate symptoms to get an appointment or MRI sooner. And of course, there is the secondary gain inherent in personal injury cases. But the truthfulness of the doctor is just as important in the doctor-patient relationship. What are the reasons why a doctor would lie to his…
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October 6, 2006 Eugene Arnold, MD, professor emeritus of psychiatry in the Department of Psychiatry at The Ohio State University, has written an in-depth review of the research on alternative treatments for ADHD. Arnold’s previous research on this topic was presented at the National Institute of Health’s ADHD Consensus Conference in November 1998. Arnold describes 24 of these treatments in a recent article titled “Alternative Treatments for Adults with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder,” published in the Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences. Among his discoveries: Some alternative treatments for ADHD are effective or probably effective, but primarily for…
This Wednesday, March 8, is International Women’s Day, and this year the date takes on special significance, as it is also the Women’s Strike, a day that will see women around the world unite to withdraw from the economy in protest against the current political climate (especially societal barriers that prevent all women from achieving true equality). There is two main events take place— A Day Without Women, organized by the Women’s March, and the International Women’s Strike, a grassroots initiative founded by a team of activists, feminists and academics — and organizers from both are working together to create…
Employer-provided health coverage is important for recruitment, but even more important for retention. A new survey shows that: 56 percent of U.S. adults with employer-sponsored health benefits said whether or not they like their health coverage is a key factor in their decision to stay in their current job. 46 percent said health insurance was either the deciding factor or a positive influence in choosing their current job. “We were surprised to see such a high percentage of American workers who emphasized the importance of health coverage in choosing and maintaining their jobs,” said Phillip Morris, vice president of…
For many, the holidays bring back memories of simpler times, as well as the carefree feeling of being younger, with fewer worries and stress that come with responsibilities. Music, food, gatherings with family and friends can all trigger feelings of nostalgia, helping us reflect on our past and the special times we have experienced. But much more than comforting, research shows that nostalgia can benefit our mental health by affirm social belonging, alleviate lonelinessAnd improve our sense of meaning. When we revisit happy memories, our brain releases feel-good chemicals like dopamine, giving us a natural effect. This improvement in mood…