Backache

Backache can be a very tiring experience as pain is such a drain on the body's energy system. You may feel aches, sharp pains, gnawing pain. Back pain can be radiate anywhere from the neck, right down the spine to your tailbone. The pain can even move into the buttocks and hips too. Lower-back pain is the most common back complaint and a huge problem for many.


Causes:

• Back injuries
• Congesting foods
• Heavy lifting
• Kidney weakness
• Obesity
• Poor posture
• Scoliosis
• Sedentary lifestyle
• Spinal malformation

Action Plan:

• Eat oily fish, flax seeds, walnuts and avocados contain anti-inflammatory essential fats.
• Drink water about 6 - 8 glasses daily are required to flush out toxins and hydrate the body.
• Avoid consuming saturated fats and trans-fats found in margerine and baked goods as these can increase inflammation.
• Lie down with a hot-water bottle place under lower back. The heat is soothing to the kidney area and give warm relief to sore back.
• Do gentle stretches to release stiffness and prevent muscle spasms.
• Do not sit for long periods of time.
• Lose weight. The extra frontal weight will pull posture out of line and cause undue back strain.
• Get regular massages. This can help to soften muscle tissue and release pain.