Let's explore alternative medicine health care for TMJ syndrome. First, you may ask what exactly does TMJ stand for? It is temporo-mandibular joint syndrome. See why we call it TMJ? It is estimated to affect some 10 million Americans. I think I am one of them.

TMJ causes pain in the muscles and joints of the jaw and can radiate to the face, neck and shoulder. You may not be able to open your mouth all the way. There will be clicking and popping noises and grinding while chewing food. The joint can move. You may ask what kind of alternative medicine health care is available for the treatment of TMJ?

Here is list of essential nutrients to be taken as an alternative medicine health care for TMJ:

• Calcium and Magnesium - for proper muscular function and calming effect.
• Vitamin B complex - anti-stress vitamins.
• Coenzyme Q10 - improves oxygenation of affected tissues.
• L-Tyrosine - improves sleep quality and relieves anxiety and depression.
• Multivitamin and mineral complex - to balance nutrients.
• Vitamin C - to combat stress, aid in adrenal gland function and healing of connective tissues.