Pain management through dieting?

Did you know the cause of inflammation in the body could result from your diet? Many of the foods we eat are processed “junk” food, with low to no nutritional value. Soda and other foods that contain added sugars and refined carbohydrates are the ones you should avoid. These foods raise your blood sugar levels in turn promoting inflammation that may lead to disease and chronic pain.

The most efficient dietary approach to support your immune system, and help reduce chronic inflammation that causes pain, is to cut out the bad inflammatory foods. Now this doesn’t mean you need to go vegan! Instead of following food health trends & depriving yourself of essential vitamins and nutrients consult with a dietitian about your specific dietary needs.

In addition to changing your diet, current advances in medicine have shown that massage therapy can help reduce inflammation. Adding massage therapy services can have outstanding results by reducing the sympathetic nervous system and improving circulation. This helps remove fluid buildup from the tissues in the body and decreases swelling. In the past, massage therapy was an indulgent service by the wealthy. We know it can now be used as an essential therapy for pain management and inflammation.

Living with chronic pain can cause detrimental effects to the quality of your life. Combating this will be key to achieving a happier, healthier YOU. As you call to schedule your next massage, ask about our complimentary wellness consultation to talk to our nutritionist regarding your dietary needs.

Sources: 
Harvard Health. (2021, February 15). Can diet heal chronic pain? https://www.health.harvard.edu/pain/can-diet-heal-chronic-pain
Spritzler, F. (2019, November 12). 6 Foods That Cause Inflammation. Healthline. https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/6-foods-that-cause-inflammation
Brown, M. J., PhD. (2017, November 12). Does Sugar Cause Inflammation in the Body? Healthline. https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/sugar-and-inflammation