As the temperature drops and winter sets in, many of us find ourselves grappling with a common nemesis: joint pain. Whether it's an occasional discomfort or a chronic issue, winter joint pain can put a damper on our daily lives. In this blog, we'll explore various strategies to help you stay active and pain-free during the winter months.

Inflammation is a naturally occurring process in our body. It is one of our body’s first lines of defense against infections, toxins, allergies, and injuries. It can often be seen physically as bruising or swelling, which is typically referred to as acute inflammation, and is an important part of the healing process. But what about inflammation we cannot see, inside our blood vessels, fat cells, or brain?

Over 46 million Americans suffer from Arthritis, a condition which causes inflammation of the joints. Joint pain can be caused by illnesses like arthritis, but even plain old wear and tear can result in significant joint pain. Pain management can be tricky, but luckily, there is a safe and natural remedy for chronic joint pain: curcumin.

For many patients with an autoimmune condition, they feel as though their condition controls their life. That was certainly my fear when I developed Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (Lupus). Patients who suffer from an autoimmune disease can end up having to take a myriad of prescription medications in an attempt to manage their symptoms. It can be both expensive and overwhelming, but there are options to reduce the number of medications you have to take while still alleviating symptoms. Many patients (myself included) have found significant or total symptom relief by following the Autoimmune Protocol Diet (AIP).