Being in a desert where there is no real sign of Spring whatsoever -- I almost forgot about seasonal allergies! Here are some useful websites to find out the pollen and mold count for the United States and Europe (if anyone has maps for other regions, please send them to me). Let's do a quick ... Read More ›
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UPDATED:March 18, 2022
February 9, 2016
Lower Blood Pressure Now, Without Drugs
Chances are you or a loved one has high blood pressure. One in five people in the United States do, which means that 50 million people are faced with the possibility of a lifetime of drugs and their side effects. But high blood pressure (hypertension) can be beaten. Even if drugs can't be avoided ... Read More ›
February 9, 2016
Eye-Loving Nutrients Can Save Your Sight
Dear Pharmacist,My vision is getting blurry and I have to squint to read. My ophthalmologist says it's part of the aging process. I don't want to waste my money, but I'm scared to go blind. What vitamins will enhance my eyesight?--A.L. Lodi, CaliforniaANSWER: The best sight-savers are actually ... Read More ›
May 4, 2018
Why Should I Go Gluten-Free?
I've been hearing a lot about gluten-free foods. Why should I go gluten-free? Here are the numbers: 2.2 million Americans suffer from celiac disease, a debilitating autoimmune disorder caused by ingesting gluten foods. Another 10-25% of Americans experience gluten sensitivity, a milder reaction ... Read More ›
February 9, 2016
Breathe Easy With These Safe, Natural Asthma Remedies
Eighty percent of asthmatic children have low levels of stomach acid and pepsin. This hurts digestion and lowers nutrient absorption, gradually increasing food allergies. Stomach malfunction impairs vitamin B12 nutrition. In childhood asthma, a series of vitamin B12 injections often eliminates ... Read More ›
February 9, 2016
Toss the Ritalin and Eliminate the Hidden Culprit Behind ADD
Jeremy, a second grader, began having sudden "anger spells" when he was in pre-school, at the age of four. His achievement levels in reading and other basic school subjects were also low, and his teachers were concerned about his attention span. When they recommended Ritalin, Jeremy's mother, ... Read More ›
February 8, 2016
Are There Really Any Superfoods?
As a dietitian, I strongly believe in the power of a healthy diet to improve a person's life — but I do sometimes grow tired of headlines like "The 7 Super Foods You Should Always Eat," "3 Healthy Breakfasts for a Better You" or "Super Berry Fights Heart Disease and Cancer." While I understand the ... Read More ›
June 30, 2016
Placebo Pills: More Than Just Sugar
After more than four decades of testing in tandem with other drugs, placebo gained approval for prescription use from the Food and Drug Administration. "For years, scientists have been aware of the effectiveness of placebo in treating a surprisingly wide range of conditions," said Dr. Jonathan ... Read More ›
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