Question: My scalp is always numb when I wake up. What's wrong with me? I think I have cervical spine problems; my scalp and tongue go numb when I sleep and this indicates that I'm pinching a nerve somewhere; I also have visual migraines sometimes...I went to a very uninterested neurologist who concluded that because I'm young, nothing's wrong. Could I get brain damage if the nerves in my head keep getting pinched when I sleep? Has this happened to anyone else? PS, I don't have cancer or a tumor or Multiple Sclerosis.

Answer: Try a chiropractor.  Also try to eat a more alkaline than acid diet:  less protein and cooked foods, more raw fruits and vegetables.\n\nDry skin brushing will help with all-over circulation:  http://healingtools.tripod.com/skinbrush.html  Be sure to use a different brush for your neck and face than for the rest of your body.  And make sure it's a natural bristle brush, not one of those plastic things.\n\nNiacin helps to bring blood to the surface of the skin.  You may need to eat more foods high in niacin:  foods high in protein, like meat, eggs, and peanuts.  B supplements need to be taken in balance.  If you can find an herbalist in your area, they can help you find a combination B suited to your needs.\n\nI hope this helps!  I can't imagine how stressful that must be.
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