Many individuals strive to optimize their diet and lifestyle for overall well-being. While it is widely acknowledged that a nutritious diet forms the foundation of good health, there is a growing body of research that shows the role of dietary supplements as an adjunct to achieving optimal nutrition. As a holistic pharmacist with a passion for promoting a balanced approach to health, I firmly … [Read more...]

We live in a digital world and that brings a lot of positives and a whole lot of negatives with it. People and their lifestyles constantly influence us. We tend to blindly pursue tips on a crash diet and half-true information about our body including how to get that glass-hour shape. Here are some of the do’s and don’ts with respect to your diet. There are several reasons why you shouldn’t … [Read more...]

As school and fall events pick up and schedules become hectic, the stress of a full plate of activities combined with the longer hours of darkness outside may be lowering your mood and raising your anxiety. But did you know that making healthy eating a priority during this fast-paced season can help combat the anxiety and low moods that often accompany fall? Lean proteins, fiber, omega-3 fatty … [Read more...]

An oncologist administering nanorobots that swim through a patient’s bloodstream to deliver drugs in a highly targeted way. A person on a specific diet scanning their meal with a single device to reveal all of its major nutritional elements. A clinic’s transplant department 3D-printing whole organs. These are scenarios that sound like snippets extracted from a science-fiction novel. But these are … [Read more...]

I know people are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law- and I believe due process is a good thing when someone in a position of power and authority is accused of abusing that power by sexual assaulting victims. But have you read what many so called “spiritual” celebrites whose names many of you would recognize are writing in the comments section of Russell Brand’s … [Read more...]

Taking your time to research into care homes is crucial. Not only can it make sure you are sticking to budgets, but it can provide them with a new friendly environment to be living in. By researching, you are able to take the time to find the right care home and work to making the transition easy on your loved one who will be moving in. Look At Activities They Have On Offer When choosing a care … [Read more...]

If you’re anything like me, you may have been burned far too many times because you trusted people who were untrustworthy and felt blindsided when you realized your discernment failed to pick up on the red flags. In my internal family system, those parts in me are young, naive, gullible, sweet, and open-hearted but boundaryless. They wear rose colored glasses, give people the benefit of the doubt, … [Read more...]

Stomach acid has long been blamed for acid reflux, gastroesophageal reflux disease and other ailments. It is a watery, colorless fluid that is produced by your stomach’s lining. Its high acid(pH) level helps break down food and absorb nutrients but sometimes acid has a higher pH level than normal and can irritate your esophagus lining. This can cause heartburn, a symptom of acid reflux which is a … [Read more...]

In the United States, breast cancer ranks as the most common form of the disease among women, second only to skin cancer. Sadly, it’s responsible for one in every three new female cancer diagnoses, resulting in nearly 42,000 deaths each year. As we enter Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, it’s crucial to highlight the significance of proactive health care. Let’s discuss the … [Read more...]

Epsom salt, or magnesium sulfate, is most commonly used in a soothing bath. Epsom salt is a tool that integrative medical specialists often recommend for its physical and mental health benefits and is often used as a natural remedy for joint pain or skin conditions like athlete’s foot. While no clinical trials have confirmed the benefits of Epsom salt, many healthcare providers promote it for its … [Read more...]