Aspartame Causing My Wrist Pain?
October 10, 2009 by Marijke Durning, RN
Filed under Diseases & Conditions
This is a purely anecdotal post, without peer-reviewed studies to back anything up, but I think it’s an important enough issue to discuss here anyway.
I’m a 48-year-old woman with joint pain that goes back many years. It comes and goes in many of my joints, but doesn’t usually last more than a few days – a couple of weeks at the most.
My lifestyle isn’t unhealthy, but it could be healthier. I don’t usually drink sodas (soft drinks) or high sugar drinks and I don’t eat a lot of junk – I don’t have the taste for it. But, I also …read more
Water Exercises May Help Diabetics
November 9, 2008 by Cherie Burbach
Filed under Diseases & Conditions
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Have you even done water aerobics? I used to do it and really liked it. Any type of water exercise is a great way for diabetics to get into shape, especially if they are overweight or have joint problems.
According to Diabetes Health Magazine, “Because the buoyancy of water mitigates the force of gravity, water exercise lowers the stress on joints, bones, and muscles. This is important for those who are experiencing weight gain or foot pain due to diabetes.”
Water aerobics classes are available all over these days. Check your local YMCA, …read more




