I recently spent four nights in Las Vegas. I stayed at The Palazzo and checked out a number of other casinos including the Paris, The Venetian, MGM Grand, Aria, Caesars Palace and probably two others that I walked by. But guess how much I spent on gambling? Five dollars. No kidding. Gambling ... Read More ›

October 18, 2017

December 18, 2017
“Spike” your ice cubes for a healthy tasty soda alternative
Drinking water instead of soda can be the fastest, simplest way to lose weight and improve your health. I fact, water is essential to life and good health You need to regularly supply your body with fresh water to dilute poisons and filter toxins through your kidneys. Sugar-laden drinks can ... Read More ›

July 19, 2016
Study reveals “trust your gut” approach more reliable than tests
How do you feel today? It’s such a simple question, and yet I bet you feel like your own assessment of how you feel matters very little to your doctors. After all, how often are we told when a test comes back as “normal” that we should just relax, and there’s no need to worry despite our sense ... Read More ›

July 8, 2016
8 surprising ways to boost energy and halt thyroid problems
If you’re feeling slow and sluggish these days, but can’t figure out why your thyroid could be to blame. But don't despair, you don't have to drag through your days feeling fat and fatigued. In fact, a few relatively small changes could help turn things around and send your energy levels ... Read More ›

June 30, 2016
5 priceless life lessons I’ve learned from older (wiser) folks
I used to work in nursing homes. I had a special practitioner license and served as the Consultant Pharmacist of Record for about 11 nursing homes across Florida. Most of the residents were seniors, with a few folks who were very sick or terminal. Part of my job was to write monthly medical ... Read More ›

October 18, 2017
7 ways to harness the healing powers of cucumbers
As soon as the warm weather hits you’ll find one or two cucumbers stashed in my fridge all summer long. Although you seldom hear about them, cucumbers are actually packed with a variety of health benefits. Known botanically as Cucumis sativus most folks are surprised to learn that cucumbers are ... Read More ›

10 drugs that can turn a day in the sun into a disaster
Although most folks have never heard of it, photosensitivity is a fairly common skin reaction to certain popular medications. It’s sparked by taking a drug that interacts with ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun or tanning beds. It can happen to anyone even if you’ve taken the drug before and ... Read More ›

June 21, 2016
Potent “Golden Thread” herb helps fight cancer & more!
Sometimes in my research I uncover some of the most incredible remedies. While researching plant-based antimicrobials that could fight the antibiotic-resistant bugs I discovered the amazingly helpful herb Coptis chinensis. Commonly called “Golden Thread,” this powerful herb is used frequently in ... Read More ›
June 9, 2016
What to do in the event of a disaster
Dear Pharmacist, I just dealt with the ramifications of the earthquake in Virginia and now a hurricane is barreling towards us. What tips can you offer to help us prepare for future disasters? Depending on where we live, we might face earthquakes, tornadoes, power outages, flash floods, ... Read More ›

August 31, 2016
5 natural remedies to relieve anxiety fast
Let’s face it, we ALL get stressed out from time to time. With today’s always on the go fast pace and our 24-hour news cycle it’s no wonder we feel frazzled every once in a while. And it’s natural to slip into a state of mild shock when you get blindsided by some bad news. We all react to ... Read More ›