Just Ask Terry

Terry is happy to provide his opinion on diet and nutrition, supplements and lifestyle choices. This information is for educational purposes only. It is not meant to replace the advice of your physician and is not to be considered medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Should you have any concerns please contact your physician directly.

Q: Hi Terry, “I have been having some pain in my back, above my waist and below the bottom of my bra on the right side. It doesn’t feel like muscles, but deeper. What could it be that is hurting? Thanks.” Fonda, Peyton, CO A. Dear Fonda, I appreciate the trust and confidence you placed in me with such a complex set of symptoms. I am not a doctor and I cannot diagnose your condition, or know exactly why you are having these symptoms. I would really encourage you to see your physician to determine why you are experiencing this type of pain. If it turns out that your pain is because of muscle strain, I would recommend highly absorbable curcumin (plus boswellia, DLPA and nattokinase) and also a source of pyridoxal-5-phosphate (P5P), the biologically active form of vitamin B6, to enhance overall good health. You may also want to ask your doctor about gallbladder function, as many people, especially women, complain of pain in this area when they are starting to have gallbladder issues. If I can be of further assistance, please feel free to contact me at your convenience.