America's recent diet profile is contributing to an increase in both pain and depression. Low fat diets usually mean high carbohydrates and all carbohydrates turn to sugar in the body. Excess sugar is stored as fat in the body. Protein is needed for body repair of muscles, tissue, brain, heart and other body organs. When a person gets enough protein some interesting things happen.
Cravings also go away and people feel more calm and more energetic.
America has become unbalanced with carbohydrates such as pastas, fruits, refined sugars, potatoes etc. For chronic pain patients, getting enough protein is essential to maximizing control of pain and depression. James P. Bressi, D.O., is certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Anesthesiology, is Board Certified by the American Academy of Pain Management and has added qualifications in Pain Management. In addition, he is a Diplomate of the National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners. Dr. Bressi specializes in anesthesia and pain management and has conducted numerous instructional seminars for physicians and nurses.