If you’ve ever stared at the sky or a blank wall and caught a glimpse of drifting squiggles or transparent threads, you know how oddly distracting eye floaters can be. Mine started after a long editing session one night—tiny specs that darted away whenever I tried to focus on them. At first, I brushed it…
Living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a journey that affects every part of your life—from how you move to how you eat. As a Rheumatology nurse practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how inflammation can hijack even the simplest daily tasks. But here’s the thing: small changes in our lifestyle, especially what we put on our plate…
If you’re living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), you already know how stubborn inflammation can be. Over the years as a Rheumatology nurse practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how small dietary tweaks can make a huge difference in managing those painful flares. One of the biggest game-changers? Choosing the best fish for RA inflammation. Fish isn’t just…
Living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) means constantly searching for ways to ease inflammation and manage symptoms — and trust me, as a rheumatology nurse practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how much diet plays a vital role in this journey. When people ask me about the best RA diets 2025, I always tell them it’s not just…
As an Internal Medicine Physician specializing in hypertension management, I’m often asked by patients, “Can flaxseeds lower blood pressure naturally?” It’s a great question because managing blood pressure with lifestyle changes is something we all strive for before jumping straight to medications. Flaxseeds have gained quite a bit of buzz lately for their potential health…
When you’re dealing with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), finding the best anti-inflammatory snacks for rheumatoid arthritis can feel like trying to pick a winning lottery ticket. There’s just so much conflicting info out there. As a rheumatology nurse practitioner, I’ve had countless conversations with patients who are desperate to ease joint pain without turning to another…
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic condition that affects millions of people worldwide, often leading to pain, swelling, and stiffness in the joints. As a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner, I’ve seen first-hand the struggles that individuals with RA go through. It’s more than just an inflammatory condition; it impacts daily life in profound ways. But, did…
As a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner, I’ve had the privilege of guiding countless patients through their journeys with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). One thing I’ve come to understand is how important the right nutrition is in managing the condition. Many individuals living with RA are looking for natural ways to reduce inflammation, and one of the best…
Living with rheumatoid arthritis is no joke. One of the most frustrating things my patients often tell me—and hey, I’ve seen it firsthand as a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner—is that morning stiffness can feel like their body just forgot how to move overnight. If you’ve ever woken up feeling like the Tin Man in desperate need…