Medical Misinformation is Dangerous & Confusing
"Dear Pharmacist,I want to take vitamin E to protect my heart, and the pharmacist said any brand is fine, that all of them are the same. I know how picky you…
Drug Muggers: How to Keep Your Medicine from Stealing the Life Out of You!
Taking medicine often means you are likely being robbed of essential nutrients because drugs can reduce your body’s stores of vital life-sustaining nutrients. It happens due to absorption problems, extra excretion…
Natural Ways to Reduce Risk of Cancer
Published 2-21-09"Dear Pharmacist,I am very afraid of getting cancer because it runs in my family. The stress makes me vigilant about eating right: I’m a vegan and I take medicinal mushrooms…
Bagel Moments ( A Love Story ) by Dr. Sam Cohen
My teenage daughter observes older couples occasionally while we are eating out, and remarks on how cute they are together.  Usually they are in their 70’s and having a nice…
Should You Take That Multivitamin?
Published 2-14-09"Dear Pharmacist,The television news said that taking multivitamins will not help me prevent cancer or heart disease. I take several supplements. Have I been wasting my money for years?"—W.M. Springfield,…
Medical News You Can Use
Published 2-7-09 Dear Readers, The last few months of medical news has provided some outstanding studies. Read on for some interesting odds and ends that may impact your health. Suzy Is…
Glucosamine Sulfate Is Worth It’s Weight In Gold
"Dear Pharmacist,I have arthritis and wonder what you think ofglucosamine and chondroitin. As a diabetic, is it safefor me to take this supplement along with my insulin?"--K.L., Lake City, Florida ANSWER:…
Proper Disposal of Your Medicine…What a Mess
Published 1/31/09"Dear Pharmacist,My mother just passed away and when I cleaned up her home, I found 48 bottles of medication! Her pharmacy would not take them back, nor dispose of them.…
Don’t Flake Out About Dandruff
Published 1-24-09   Dear Pharmacist, I’ve had dandruff for years and it’s so embarrassing. I’ve tried everything, but I think you’re smart so I want your advice. Can you help…