PAIN MANAGEMENT Q

Chronic pain can adversely affect our quality of life. In fact, chronic pain can be serious, debilitating, and widespread. When this happens, patients become a shell of their former selves, buried beneath all the physical pain and suddenly unable to work or participate in activities they once enjoyed.

As owner of Rays of Hope Rejuvenation Center, Valerie Gause has successfully witnessed marked improvement in patients with neuropathy, acute musculoskeletal injuries, chronic osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, and shingles pain.

We asked Valerie what patients can do to help alleviate their pain.

“First and foremost, appropriate evaluation by a qualified health professional is essential for frequent pain, or pain that is limiting and not spontaneously improving in a reasonable amount of time. Once you have been appropriately evaluated, your health professional may give you options for management, some of which need to be medically supervised. However, even if you need medical intervention for your pain, there are still many things you can do for yourself to enhance the benefits of your guided care.”

One alternative method she highly recommends is photobiomodulation, which she offers at Rays of Hope Rejuvenation Center, located in The Villages. Photobiomodulation uses infrared light that stimulates cells to generate more energy and undergo self-repair. The treatment is successful, she says, because it targets three primary underlying causes of pain.

1) Inflammation—this is an underlying component of most pain conditions such as fibromyalgia, arthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis.

2) Trigger points—these are palpable nodules or tender spots in muscles that cause local and referred pain. Low-level laser therapy can release a trigger point in just 30 seconds per point.

3) Nerve pain—Low-level laser therapy has been clinically proven to reduce analgesia by desensitizing nerves. More importantly, it is non-invasive and free of side effects.

Patients undergoing this treatment lie down in the NovoTHOR Light Pod, which looks similar to a tanning bed. As patients relax inside the device, low-intensity red and Near Infrared light stimulates tissue healing while reducing pain and inflammation.

The NovoTHOR Light Pod was named the Invention of the Year at the recent Elite Sports Rehabilitation Expo in 2016, and was a key com- ponent in the recovery for the Oregon Project by Nike Olympic Athletes in the 2016 Rio Games.

“The advantage of this treatment is that it delivers photobiomodulation therapy to the body in just 12 minutes, is non-toxic, non-invasive, and has no side effects.” Valerie says.

The Rays of Hope Rejuvenation Center

352.459.9917 www.TheRaysOfHope.com

IF YOU HAD TO SAY, WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENT, WHAT WOULD IT BE?

There are so many amazing supplements to choose from at the Green Apple, but if I had to narrow it down I would have to say that two of my favorite supplements are from Terry Naturally®, CuraMed® and Curamin®. Both have the amazing nutrient called Curcumin derived from the Indian spice turmeric. I like to say, “Turmeric is a medicinal spice and CURCUMIN is the powerhouse of Turmeric.”

Curcumin works in two ways. It supports healthy inflammation response and it stops oxidation in the body. We know that almost all chronic diseases from diabetes to heart disease to arthritis to Alzheimer’s and even cancer have something in common: unchecked, destructive inflammation. Curcumin reduces inflammation through its effects on multiple inflammation targets, unlike synthetic drugs, which typically work against only a particular inflammation pathway.

CuraMed® is a single ingredient supplement which happens to have the most clinically studied Curcumin in the world. This particular

QCurcumin is blended with Turmeric essential oil for better absorption, blood retention, and additional benefits from the turmerones present in the oil. CuraMed® is a cell protector and a MUST for cognitive support. Much of the research surrounding the Curcumin in CuraMed® revolves around healthy DNA replication, brain health, and overall mental well-being.

Curamin® supports safe, effective pain relief. Curcumin and Boswellia, two herbs that address the causes of pain, plus DLPA – a combination of the amino acids d-phenylalanine and l-phenylalanine to support endorphins and the “feel good” natural hormones in the brain for faster recovery. Curcumin and Boswellia have been studied in combination and have shown great results for mobility and relief. And the reason Curamin® is so popular in our store is that it works! People notice a difference, plus, Curamin® is non habit forming, it doesn’t affect the stomach lining, or damage the liver, so anyone dealing with occasional pain has one less thing to worry about.

Both Curamin® and CuraMed® are two of our most frequently requested supplements, and two that I know personally my customers can count on. The ingredients in each one are top-notch, and provide a natural solution to some of the most challenging health concerns anyone can face. That’s why they are one of my and my customers’ favorites. For more information, stop at THE GREEN APPLE HEALTH FOOD STORE and receive a free audio book “The 21st Century Cure,” while supplies last!

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Why Is It Important To Have Good Fitness And Nutrition Together

TYRELL RACHEL, PERSONAL TRAINER

your personal appearance, encourage fun with family and friends, and maintain the ability to live independently. Eating smart and being active have similar effects on our health. These include: help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, strokes, and some cancers and associated disabilities. They can also help to prevent weight gain and/or promote weight loss.

Do you want to improve your overall well-being, feel better, have more energy, and perhaps even live longer?

Look no further! Once you find that balance between nutrition and exercise you’re one step closer to answering the question. The benefits of exercise are yours for the taking, regardless of your age, sex or physical ability. Rising levels of obesity and diabetes in America are prime examples of the effects of a poor diet and a lack of exercise. Fitness is nothing without proper nutrition. You can’t out exercise a bad diet!

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To learn more call Tyrell Rachel at 352.406.5056 or email trachelfitness@gmail.com

A balanced diet and exercise helps promote healthy living. Scientists and medical experts remind us that maintaining a good balance of diet and exercise complements a healthy lifestyle. Regular exercise and the consumption of a healthy diet leads to a host of benefits, including increased energy, happiness, health and a long life. If you’re overweight, eating healthy and exercising regularly can help you lose weight safely and keep it off.

Eating more fruit and vegetables can help you lose pounds and maintain your optimum weight, especially when combined with physical activity. Fresh produce, including berries, are natural convenience foods- delicious and easy to eat! These colorful fruits are considered superfoods that promote disease prevention. Exercise and eating superfoods are so important to feeling and looking younger. Healthy foods are generally lower in calories and higher in nutrients than other foods, and regular physical activity burns off extra calories to maintain a healthy physique. A combination of working out and eating healthy foods can boost your energy level and help you feel more alert and aware, both mentally and physically. Healthy foods give your body the nutrients and vitamins it needs to function at its best. The best approach is to partake in a well-planned training routine and eat a healthy, balanced diet.

I have been a personal trainer and fitness instructor for over 7 years. My passion comes from seeing the growth, both physical and mental, in each and every one of my clients. I’m most passionate when I realize that I have helped someone accomplish what they never thought they could do.

Your diet should not only support your health and weight goals, but also improve your training performance.

I am a fitness professional with the knowledge, skills and abilities to foster safe and effective exercise and fitness program design, instruction and assistance for the purpose of reaching personal health and fitness goals. Being active can also improve