Bring about 2 inches of water to boil in a large pan. Slice potatoes into 1/2-inch pieces and place them in a steamer (metal or bamboo) that fits into the pan without letting the potatoes touch the boiling water. Steam them for 7 minutes. For extra flavor, steam garlic and onions with the potatoes.
Intervertebral disc degeneration is one of the most common mechanical causes of low back pain, and it occurs when the usually rubbery discs lose integrity as a normal process of aging. In a healthy back, intervertebral discs provide height and allow bending, flexion, and torsion of the lower back.
Kidney stones are another potential cause of lower back pain. This is caused by a solid stone of calcium or another mineral that can cause pain inside the kidneys. As we have one on either side at the back this pain can occur specifically on one side of the body. Fortunately the other symptoms make kidney stones fairly easy to identify. Normally these will also cause pain in the abdominals, pain during urine and potentially blood in the urine too.