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How Can You Support Your Immune System Naturally?
Supplements often come to mind when we think about immune support. Dietary supplements are big business. However, some of the most important steps you can take to support your immune system don’t cost a dime. We can’t overstate the basics of sleep, exercise and nutrition in staying healthy and fighting illness. Here are some tips for supporting your immune system naturally. Make sure you’re getting enough sleep. Studies show a clear link between sleep and immune function. While your body rests, your immune system is hard at work preparing to fight infections. Sleep is essential for maintaining the vital functions of disease-fighting white blood cells. Adults should get at least seven hours of sleep each night. Eat a healthy diet with plenty of fruits and vegetables. A diet high in …
Can Internal Medicine Help Manage Chronic Pain?
Chronic pain is an American epidemic. As a society, we’re grappling with meaningful ways to help patients find relief while remaining mindful of the devastating effects of opioid abuse. One thing we’re learning on our journey as a country and community is the vital role primary care and internal medicine doctors play in supporting patients with chronic pain. Our primary care physician is often the person we trust most and whose advice we’re most ready to follow. What Is Chronic Pain? According to the Centers for Disease Control, around 20 percent of US adults experience chronic pain. That’s more than 50 million people nationwide. We define chronic pain as lasting three months or more. In addition, around seven percent of adults live with “high impact” pain that severely impacts daily …