OptiBlog

From sore knees to back pain to struggles with shoulders—joint pain affects one-third of Americans.   Sometimes, joint pain comes as a result of trauma or injury. But other times, the cause is harder to pinpoint. Osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, and other conditions that are prevalent as we age can cause...

Almost half of Americans say that they often feel fatigued. Worse still, that number seems to be growing every year!  Part of that is a natural progression of our society. We’re asked to work more hours than ever, we’re juggling family responsibilities and kids’ activities, and we’re also collectively just...

Hyaluronic acid is the "glue" in our connective tissue that allows for smooth and unhindered motion of our joints.  When hyaluronic acid is dissolved, our joints capacity for motion dissolves.  When we move our joints and we don't have the hyaluronic acid present for support, it causes strain and inflammation. ...

As many as 9 million people have been diagnosed with ADHD. While the disorder is typically associated with children, the more that scientists study and understand it, the more apparent it is that ADHD is a lifelong condition.  There’s a lot of misunderstanding surrounding ADHD. Questions about overdiagnosis, misdiagnoses, and whether...

The holidays can be a time of joy, but for many people, the holiday season brings other feelings—stress, anxiety, depression, loneliness, and overwhelm.   If the holidays are more “no, no, no” and less “ho, ho, ho” for you, don’t worry—you aren’t alone! In fact, 64% of people who struggle with...