Vitamin D can Help Alleviate Depression Symptoms

Vitamin D can Help Alleviate Depression Symptoms

April 20, 2023
Summary: Depression is the most common mental health issue affecting the vast majority of the population. However, about 8% may experience major depression requiring prolonged medical treatment. Studies also show that vitamin D deficiency is common among those living with depression. Multiple studies show that…

Vitamin D Reduces the Need for Opioids in Cancer Patients

Vitamin D Reduces the Need for Opioids in Cancer Patients

December 14, 2022
Summary: Chronic pain management and treatment in palliative care is quite challenging, like in terminally ill cancer patients. These patients often require high-dose opioids to control pain. Even worse, doctors often need to keep increasing opioid dosage to manage pain. However, high-dose opioids may cause…

Poorly Treated Chronic Pain Causes Severe Complications

Poorly Treated Chronic Pain Causes Severe Complications

September 20, 2022
Summary: Experts say poorly treated pain may result in more severe complications than assumed earlier. It is known that poorly treated chronic pain causes an increase in blood pressure and cardiovascular issues. However, ill-treated chronic pain causes a constant increase in insulin, cortisol, and adrenalin,…