Various oils have been studied for their potential benefits in alleviating joint pain, particularly in conditions like osteoarthritis. Here's a look at some of the most effective oils and the scientific reasons that make these oils relieve muscle aches, pains, and swelling. Coconut Oil  How It Works: Coconut oil has anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. It contains the main component known as Medium-chain fatty acids (MCFAs), including lauric acid. It can improve antioxidant defences, reducing oxidative stress in joints.  Scientific Evidence: An animal study in the journal Pharmaceutical Biology showed that coconut oil could reduce inflammation and alleviate arthritis symptoms. Another...

Diabetes is a condition that happens when the blood sugar (glucose) is too high. It develops when the pancreas doesn’t make enough insulin or when the body isn’t responding to the effects of insulin properly. Diabetes affects people of all ages. Most forms of diabetes are chronic (lifelong), and all forms are manageable with medications and lifestyle changes. While medical treatment is essential, many are curious about reversing diabetes naturally. Diet and lifestyle changes can play a vital role in managing and possibly reversing diabetes. Types of Diabetes: Diabetes comes in two primary forms: Type 1 and Type 2. Type...

Diabetes is a chronic, metabolic disease characterized by elevated levels of blood glucose (or blood sugar), which leads to serious damage to the heart, blood vessels, eyes, kidneys and nerves, over a period of time. Type 2 diabetes, is the most common in adults. It occurs when the body becomes resistant to insulin or doesn't make enough insulin. Type 1 diabetes, once known as juvenile diabetes or insulin-dependent diabetes, is a chronic condition in which the pancreas produces little or no insulin by itself. Here are the few ways Diabetes affects the skin: Diabetic Dermopathy:  Symptoms: Light brown, scaly patches...

Exposure to cold weather can increase a person’s risk of contracting a virus. According to a research viruses can survive and reproduce more effectively during colder temperatures, making it easier for them to spread and infect more people. It should be noted that cold weather could also reduce the immune response and make it harder for the body to fight off germs.  This is why our immune systems often needs a little extra support during the winter. Here are a few delicious and nutritious drinks that can keep the immune system strong and ward off those seasonal illnesses. Turmeric and...