Hot Flashes or PMS? Progesterone to the Rescue
"Dear Pharmacist,I met you at a book signing, and didn’t want to hold up the line to elaborate on my health concerns. You said I should not be taking “unopposed estrogen”…
Plantar Fasciitis: Healing Painful Heels
Dear Pharmacist, I have plantar fasciitis causing terrible heel pain and my doctor says it will take a year to heal. Is there anything I can do to speed that up? …
Drugs That Might Cause Nightmares or Bad Dreams
Do you experience bad dreams or nightmares? Imagine slipping into a peaceful slumber, only to be jolted awake by vivid and unsettling nightmares. For many people, this nightmarish scenario is not…
Suzy’s Apple Crisp- Delicious, gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan :-)
Hurray for apple season! Studies suggest that apples have compounds in them that can help protect against prostate and colon cancer. Apples have quercetin too, that's a natural anti-histamine and varicose…
Bone Marrow Soup, Yummy or Yuckkkkkkkk?
Dear Pharmacist, Every fall, I worry about catching cough and cold. My Jewish grandmother used to come over and cook soup with bones in it. She insisted it would keep us…
Holy Basil is a Heavenly Herb
"Dear Pharmacist,I’m concerned about diabetes, I’m overweight, and it runs in my family. My sister has your diabetes book and said you recommend Holy Basil, among other herbs and nutrients. Is…
Best Medications and Herbs for Muscle Relaxation
"Dear Pharmacist,I was in a car accident. I’ve been taking medicine for my muscle aches and pain, but once the drug wears off, my pain returns. What are the best prescription…
Gluten Allergies More Common Than You Think
"Dear Pharmacist,My brother is on a gluten free diet now and lost a lot of weight. He’s razzing me to join him in his gluten free diet, but I don’t see…
Easing the Pain: 10 Gentle Ways to Soothe Hemorrhoids
Not sure if you know this, I write for newspapers around the country, as a syndicated columnist. This hemorrhoid-related question from Sally in Gainesville, Florida came in via email and I'm…
Folk Remedies May Be Weird, But Effective
Dear Readers,Recently, I asked my facebook fans to share their favorite folk remedies. These homegrown tips are not intended to take the place of your physician's advice, nor does my printing…
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