While you’ve probably heard the phrase “you are what you eat”, did you know that what you eat can actually have an effect on you? But how does food affect your mood? Multiple studies in recent years have shown that the food you eat can affect your mood and overall mental health by contributing to the levels of certain nutrients in your body.
Chronic regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is classified as a rare disorder by the Food and Drug Administration, affecting upwards of 200,000 people in the United States. It is a form of chronic pain that usually affects the arm or legs, and treatments are the most effective when started early. In this blog, we will discuss what CRPS is, the symptoms, the causes, and the steps for treatment. (more…)