Articles by Suzy Cohen, America's Pharmacist™

7 Holistic Approaches to Managing Raynaud’s Phenomenon

Raynaud’s disease is sometimes painful and you feel it in your fingers and toes usually. Have you ever had your hand or foot in a

10 Wonders of Water: Healing Secrets from Marine Medicine

Have you ever gazed at the vast expanse of the sea and wondered about its mysteries? I am reminded of this whenever I go to

Beyond the Bad Dream: Exploring 20 Nightmare Triggers and Treatments

Once upon a time, in a quiet suburban neighborhood, there lived a woman named Emily. She had always been a sound sleeper until one day,

Tackling Unintended Weight Loss: 14 Ways to Manage Cachexia

This blog is about unintended weight loss in people, which is called cachexia and is pronounced as kuh-KEK-see-uh. The stress is on the second syllable,

Honey: Nature’s Liquid Gold and 5 Medicinal Marvels

Honey, a sweet viscous substance produced by bees, has been a staple in traditional medicine and diets for centuries. Beyond its delicious flavor, this golden

The ADHD Medication Shortage: What’s Happening and 7 Ways to Cope

Hey there! If you’ve been wrangling with prescriptions for Adderall over the past nine months, I get it. And you’re not alone. Now, to add

Rethinking Paper Towels: 5 Reasons to Limit Use

Have you noticed how some paper towels feel? How come VIVA is so much softer than Bounty? I’ve wondered. Turns out it comes down to

MDMA for PTSD: Benefits, Risks, and Alternative Treatments

Today, I will discuss what I know about MDMA and its effect on PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder). About 350 million people worldwide suffer from this

The Glymphatic System – Your Brain’s Nighttime Janitorial Staff

Today I’m going to tell you about the glymphatic system which impacts how healthy your brain is. This newly discovered pathway in your body cleans

10 Essential Nutrients Depleted in Hashimoto’s and How to Restore Them

Individuals living with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis frequently encounter a range of challenging symptoms, stemming not only from the primary condition but also from a cascade of

Soy Foods and Thyroid Disease: 7 Ways to Navigate the Impact

A lot of people with thyroid disease have to avoid dairy due to allergies. Many people turn to alternative foods with a soy base. Vegans

10 Ways Swimming Affects Your Skin: A Dive into Chlorinated Pools and Ocean Water

Do you swim in chlorinated pools, or do you prefer the salt water of the beach? Here in Colorado, they open our community pool in

Revolutionizing Health: 15 Life-Changing Wearables, Implantable and Stick-On Devices

Have you ever wished for a discreet little health detective to keep an eye on your vital signs 24/7, or a stick-on buddy who can

Dermatographia, Causes, Risk Factors and 7 Potential Treatments

Last week, one of our readers reached out with a puzzling skin condition that left her feeling physically uncomfortable and emotionally drained. She couldn’t help

Navigating the Noise: Identifying 12 Causes of Tinnitus and 8 Medications That Intensify It

Tinnitus can be maddening for some people and it’s so sad that we don’t have a complete cure for it. It is a condition characterized

The Anatomy and Function of the Thyroid Gland: A Pharmacist’s Perspective

Today’s discussion is about the thyroid gland – a small yet powerful player in our overall health. The human body is an intricate and wonderful

Natural Alternatives to the Top 5 Medications Prescribed

As a knowledgeable pharmacist, I am well-acquainted with the common inquiries people brought to their local pharmacist. Often, the questions revolved around seeking natural alternatives

From Medication to Mother Nature: Exploring Ozempic and 11 Natural Alternatives for Weight Loss and Blood Sugar Balance

You may have been hearing a lot about a pharmaceutical drug called Ozempic® and how it works for weight loss. That’s today’s topic so let’s