Did you know that vitamin D deficiency plays a role in chronic back pain, and that it’s well documented in the scientific literature? Neither did I for a long time, but it’s true, and this short article shows you why. About a decade ago, when I worked as personal trainer, I specialized in helping people…
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Is carpal tunnel syndrome just a vitamin deficiency?
By Dave Hompes on 2nd January 2016 in Aches and pains, Body, Digestive health, Nutrient status testing
You wouldn’t typically expect pain in your hand to be caused by a vitamin deficiency, but it is. The carpal tunnel is a structure located on the palm side of the wrist, through which blood vessels, tendons and the median nerve pass. In carpal tunnel syndrome, excess pressure in the tunnel leads to burning, tingling…
Why I don’t recommend January detox programmes
I hope you’re having a great festive period and that all the food and drink isn’t making you feel too bloated and sluggish. At this time of year, you might be feeling a little guilty about overindulging over Christmas… heck, we all like to overindulge now and again. It’s common to want to do some…