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.
Other people may experience low back pain as a result of bowel problems such as constipation, diarrhea or irritable bowel syndrome. This is because the nerves that go to and from the bowel originate in the lumbar spine. These same nerves also go to the muscles and ligaments that stabilize the low back.