The Dirt
The Dirty Blog: Stories, Science & the Stuff That Heals.
- About: Natural Healing
We all know the drill – endless practices that end late at night, games that test willpower and emotional grit, and tournaments that feel like they take your kid to the edge of breaking but somehow leave just enough of...
- About: Traditional Chinese Medicine
Though Topical Analgesics are seen primarily as menthol–based pain relieving creams and, because they’re regulated by the FDA, ensure effective pain mitigation, many would consider it merely marketing that differentiates various products within this category. That said, the scrupulous buyer...
- About: Sustainability
I get it, you’re short on time and have a million items pending on your to-do list. But, here’s a legit health hack: sustainability. Not only does adopting a sustainable lifestyle improve your health and the health of the planet,...
- About: Natural Healing
We live in a world where more is better, and as such, there is certainly no shortage of options for treating muscle pain at home. The sheer number of balls, wands, machines, and various other contraptions all promise to deliver...
- About: Natural Healing
So you’ve injured yourself (and thankfully you don’t have to head to the ER). The localized inflammation response has kicked in because you’re a healthy human, but you don’t know what your next steps should be to get you back...