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Dear Pharmacist, What are the most often used medications, and their natural counterparts? –A.T., Dallas, Texas
Dear Pharmacist, What are the most often used medications, and their natural counterparts? –A.T., Dallas, Texas
Dear Pharmacist, Everyone in my family gets sick, what can I do to help myself? –K.B., San Antonio, Texas
"Dear Pharmacist,I’m frustrated and happy at the same time because last week you taught me about a blood test called “leptin” and how it relates obesity. I’ve been the same weight…
Dear Pharmacist, I’m frustrated and happy at the same time because last week you taught me about a blood test called “leptin” and how it relates obesity. I’ve been the same weight for 5 years and can’t lose anything, yet I eat very little. Please share more. –A.S., Gainesville, Florida
Dear Readers, Here are some interesting new items that became available for 2013 in the United States. My column is printed in various languages so I apologize that I’ve only listed…
Dear Pharmacist, I’m taking a prescription drug version of fish oils for my heart and cholesterol. I want a plant-derived option because I’m a vegetarian, plus I get “fish burp.” Are there plant-derived essential fatty acids, or do you have to get it from fish? –H.B., Plano, Texas
"Dear PharmacistI take a water pill (diuretic) for blood pressure. Now, I have to take Boniva for osteopenia. Is there a connection? What’s next for me? I’ve read you for years…
"Dear Pharmacist, You said that some drugs are related to fluoride and may cause hypothyroidism or other diseases of the reproductive tract. Which medications and why?" --D.L., Ft. Lauderdale, Florida Answer: …
Dear Suzy, I met you at a book-signing and you said something that stuck. You told me that if I have allergies, fatigue and multiple chemical sensitivities that I may have a “methylation” difficulty. You also told me not to take Green Coffee Bean extract. Can you please tell me more? –S.J., Vail, Colorado
Many people are prone to tension headaches, especially during the crazy winter holiday season. All the running around, shopping, wrapping, and events to attend can be fun for some but a…