Struggling with Skin Problems?
The first step is to identify the problem. Here is a helpful slideshow from WebMD listing common adult skin problems: http://wb.md/1J4jIDv See your dermatologist to diagnose the issue, and talk to our compounding pharmacist about customized therapies for resistant problems. We compound medications for an array of skin conditions, such as: Facial and body acne... Read More →
Alzheimer’s Reversed with Broader-Based Approach
A new study from UCLA suggests that by addressing the many factors that contribute to Alzheimer’s disease all at once, rather than one at a time at is done currently with drugs that have had minimal benefits, the disease’s progression might be reversed. The study recommends: Reducing stress with yoga and meditation Getting more sleep... Read More →
Relief from Migraine
Approximately 300 million people worldwide suffer from migraine pain on a consistent basis. The risk of depression is almost double for migraine sufferers. Finding effective treatment for each individual can be challenging and migraine medications often produce adverse side effects. We recommend avoiding common migraine triggers, such as: • Chocolate • Dairy • Sugar •... Read More →
Vitamin D
We have written many times about the importance of Vitamin D and all its incredible benefits. Vitamin D has anti-inflammatory properties that help us tolerate pain and improve performance. Low Vitamin D levels may result in joint/muscle pain, a weakened immune system, and numerous other health problems. We can recommend high-quality, professional grade supplements to... Read More →
Our HIV Pharmacist can Reduce Medication Errors and Optimize your Care
Antiretroviral therapy (ART) is a combination of medications that treat HIV. The drugs do not kill the virus, but when taken in combination they can slow the progression of HIV. Antiretroviral drugs are referred to as ARV. Huge reductions in rates of death and suffering have been seen when use is made of a potent... Read More →
Carpal Tunnel and Your Thyroid
Trying to ignore tingling or numbness in your hand and wrist? Ever have a sharp pain shoot through your wrist and up your arm? It could be CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is a painful progressive condition caused by pressure on the median nerve in the wrist. Some carpal tunnel sufferers say... Read More →
Natural Estrogens: Benefits for Postmenopausal Women
When talking about a woman’s hormones, the term “estrogen” is frequently used. Estrogens are steroid hormones present in both men and women, but at significantly higher levels in women of reproductive age. But, do you know that there are three types of estrogens found in the human body? Estriol (E3), Estradiol (E2) and Estrone... Read More →
Men’s Health
International Men’s Health Week is June 9-15, 2014. “Recognizing and preventing men’s health problems is not just a man’s issue. Because of its impact on wives, mothers, daughters, and sisters, men’s health is truly a family issue,” said U.S. Congressman Bill Richardson. http://1.usa.gov/1rtXoY4 Knowing that on average, men smoke more, drink more, see doctors less,... Read More →
Adrenal Fatigue
Last month we used the analogy of the thyroid gland being the body’s “accelerator”. Continuing with that analogy, if the thyroid gland is the “accelerator”, the adrenal glands provide the “gas”. The adrenal glands secrete hormones such as cortisol, estrogen, and testosterone that are essential to health and vitality AND significantly affect total body function.... Read More →
Thyroid Deficiency
Is your “accelerator” slow? It is estimated that as many as 59 million Americans have a thyroid problem. The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped glad located in the neck and is the master gland of metabolism. To use an analogy, this gland works as the body’s “accelerator”. When your thyroid doesn’t function properly, it can affect... Read More →