Years ago, I stumbled across something surprisingly simple that ended up reshaping the way I manage my migraines—walking barefoot on grass. It sounds almost too good to be true, right? But let me back up a bit. I’ve been living with migraines for over a decade, trying everything from prescription meds to obscure supplements. Then…
Honestly, I stumbled into craniosacral therapy completely by accident. I was in the middle of a migraine episode that felt like it was carving my skull in half. I’d tried every conventional method—prescriptions, ice packs, blackout curtains—and still, the throbbing persisted. That’s when a friend (who’d probably had enough of my complaining) suggested something I…
It was one of those mornings. I’d barely stepped out of bed, and the familiar dull ache in my lower back had already started nagging. Years of desk work, occasional lifting, and neglecting stretching routines had built up to this. Over the years, I’d tried the usual suspects—physio sessions, foam rollers, heat patches, even switching…
So here’s the thing—homeopathy and anxiety is one of those topics that everyone seems to have an opinion on, but barely anyone talks about openly. I’ve been on both sides: skeptical and hopeful. When anxiety had me waking up with a racing heart, losing focus at work, and even avoiding social gatherings, I was ready…
I was skeptical the first time someone suggested acupuncture for anxiety relief. Lying still with needles in my skin didn’t sound like a calming experience—it sounded like a setup for more tension. But when nothing else seemed to quiet the restlessness in my chest or the overthinking that hijacked my mornings, I gave it a…
Can turmeric capsules lower blood pressure? That’s a question I get more often than you’d think, especially from patients looking to integrate more natural approaches alongside their prescription medications. As an Internal Medicine physician who deals with hypertension management on a daily basis, I understand the appeal. Who wouldn’t want to pop a natural supplement…
Living with rheumatoid arthritis is no joke. I’ve seen it up close — the daily stiffness, the fatigue that hits out of nowhere, the quiet frustration of feeling like your own immune system has turned on you. As a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner, I’ve spent years helping patients navigate this chronic illness, and one thing I’ve…
Managing blood pressure with acupuncture therapy has become a compelling option for many who are seeking natural and alternative approaches to address hypertension. As a hypertension expert, I’ve seen firsthand how patients can benefit from combining traditional treatments with complementary therapies like acupuncture. With high blood pressure being a major health concern globally, it’s essential…
For years, I’ve been fascinated by natural remedies that support heart health. One that keeps coming up in discussions with my patients and colleagues is black seed oil. Known for its extensive medicinal properties, black seed oil has been used for centuries in various cultures. But what’s truly intriguing is its potential role in blood…