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This article is written in collaboration with Asbestos.com.

If you’re coping with chronic pain, you’re no stranger to the everyday challenges that come along with it. Chronic pain — defined by persistent pain that lasts at least three months — is the number one cause of disability globally.

Chronic pain is typically caused by an underlying condition. The four most common sources of pain are joint pain and arthritis, neuropathic pain, headaches and migraines, and back pain. People with cancer, fibromyalgia, and digestive issues may also experience pain.

Tackling your specific pain depends largely on the cause of it. The science of pain management has increased greatly in recent years, and no one should have to live in pain. Talk to your doctor about a treatment plan that’s right for you. Don’t be alarmed if the plan includes prescription pain medication. There is a negative stigma around pain medication — but according to the American Addiction Centers, responsible use of prescription medications help nearly two-thirds of chronic pain patients.

In addition to doctor-recommended medications and treatment options, there are some simple lifestyle choices you can make to boost your health and quality of life:

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This article is written by Brittany Ashbury. 

Does loud snoring make you feel exhausted throughout the day? You should not ignore heavy or loud snoring, as this can sometimes mean a more serious underlying problem.

Excessive grunts and snorts in the evening can be a sign of sleep apnea, particularly if the snoring is complemented with interrupted breathing that seems like choking or gasping. This condition not only disturbs a good night’s rest, but it can also mean serious health conditions such as heart ailments, depression, pulmonary diseases, and hypertension among others.

Today, we will discuss what sleep apnea is, its causes and symptoms, and sleep apnea exercises you can do to prevent or manage it.

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This article is written by Henna Lawrence. 

Indigestion is one of the common and uncomfortable feelings. In general, food poisoning, overeating, spicy foods, medications, unhygienic food, or even diet that contains less fiber can cause indigestion or other digestive disorders.

The pain from indigestion is mostly felt in the upper abdomen with sensations of burning, pain, fullness, nausea, or bloating. They generally go away after treating with home remedies or medications. However, if it lasts for longer, it could be the underlying symptom of some complicated digestive disorders.

Alcohol, drugs, or stress may provoke the symptoms of indigestion. In such cases, home remedies for indigestion not only clear indigestion but also remove the other symptoms associated with it. These are also recommended as they give good results with minimal to no side effects.

Take a look at these 7 home remedies to treat indigestion.

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