Tag: Chronic Illness

Cutting Through The Hype: How To Prepare For The Coronavirus If You’re Chronically Ill

by Angelica Bottaro

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Since January, the news has been hyper-focused on one thing: COVID-19. The viral infection is a new disease in the coronavirus family – a large group of diseases that differ from strain to strain. COVID-19 is also referred to as the novel coronavirus or 2019-nCoV. The first documented instance of COVID-19 occurred in late December of 2019; the virus then spread rapidly across China. Since then, documented cases have been reported in many countries throughout the world. Doctors and researchers…
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What Is CBD Oil And How Can It Help Ease Symptoms Of Chronic Pain?

by Angelica Bottaro
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Pain is the body’s way of telling you that something isn’t working as it should. It can come in many forms – sharp, dull, constant or fleeting – and the level of pain and how long it lasts will have a bearing on why the pain is there and what you can do about it. When the cause of the pain is established, it’s generally treated, and the pain will dissipate. Cases where pain remains over a long period of…
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How Minerals And Trace Elements Can Help In The Fight Against Chronic Disease

by Patrick Ryan
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When it comes to fighting chronic disease, the balance of nutrients and minerals that are present in our system can play a huge part. By definition, they are all necessary for our individual health, but they become particularly important when our bodies are fighting long-term illness. They serve a variety of different purposes in areas all over our bodies and their internal systems. A deficiency in any one of these will have a knock-on effect for the rest. But exactly…
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What Are Essential Oils And How Relevant Are They In The Treatment Of Lyme Disease?

by Patrick Ryan
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The treatment of chronic Lyme can often be a long, complex process. In its acute stage, Lyme can usually be fully treated with antibiotics. However, this narrow treatment window is often missed, which affords the Borrelia burgdorferi bacteria the opportunity to embed itself further into the patient’s system. This shift is known as the chronic form of Lyme. Symptoms at this stage are a mix between infection and inflammation as the body’s immune response goes into overdrive. Antibiotics alone won’t…
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What is Vitamin B1 (And Where Can You Find It In Everyday Nutrition?)

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The human body is a complex machine that requires a lot of internal and external upkeep to run at its most optimal level. Vitamins, minerals, nutrients and physical activity are all key factors in the ‘healthy body, healthy mind’ sentiment, and all are required to ward off disease, chronic pain and other ailments humans suffer from on a regular basis. Things such as poor diet, a sedentary lifestyle, and vitamin and mineral deficiencies can all lead the body down a…
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What Is N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC) And How Can It Help Fight Chronic Illness?

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As patients attempt to fight chronic illnesses, they often investigate a range of remedies to help relieve their symptoms. The right treatment can even help to allay several problems at once. N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC) is seemingly capable of doing just this; it can be used to fight a number of chronic illnesses, from inflammation to ageing, depression to Lyme disease. But what is NAC, exactly? And just how can NAC help fight chronic illness?   What Is N-Acetyl Cysteine? N-acetyl…
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12 Delicious Winter Comfort Foods That Boost Immunity

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The weather outside may be turning frightful, but it’s the perfect time for enjoying delicious winter comfort foods that boost your immunity. We love to eat when the weather turns cold, and it’s easy to reach for pre-packaged dishes and sugary snacks. In order to keep your immune system in top shape through the cold months, it’s important to get the right kinds of nutrients. The following vitamins and minerals can help you stay healthy this winter: Vitamin A is…
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6 Surprising Factors That Can Influence the Immune System

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One of the most important systems we have in our bodies is the immune system. By fighting off infection and working to keep us healthy, it’s a vital part of battling illness. People with chronic conditions such as Lyme disease have to take even better care of their immune systems to ensure that their immunity doesn’t become compromised. Even benign colds or a standard flu can wreak havoc on the health of a person living with a chronic illness. So,…
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5-Step Guide For A Successful Winter Detox

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Winter can be a stressful season for many people. The holidays can bring about their own kind of madness (gift-buying, party-throwing, travelling, etc.), so it makes sense that your body potentially needs a little more nurturing during this period. Not only do you need to make time for self-care activities, you also want to make sure that you’re supporting your entire body, especially if you’re dealing with a chronic illness such as Lyme disease. One solution is to do a…
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10 Products That Can Improve Quality of Life for Lyme Disease Patients

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Anyone living with Lyme disease knows that the physical (and emotional) symptoms can often feel unbearable. However, there are ways to improve the quality of life for Lyme disease patients. There are some products as simple as an essential oil or a hot water bottle that can actually help give them a great deal of relief. It can be challenging to figure out how to treat Lyme disease symptoms because they can be so varied between individuals. So, here’s a…
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