Pharmacist Ben Fuchs

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  • Is Medicalization Oppressive?Is Medicalization Oppressive?
    You may not have heard of it, but the term medicalization is so significant and relevant it has its own Wikipedia entry. Around since the 1970’s, the word applies to the process of regarding as much of human life as grist for the medical model mill as possible, to essentially control as much of humanContinue reading →
  • The Bright Side MissionThe Bright Side Mission
    And so, as the name “The Bright Side” itself states, there is always a “bright side” when it comes to our health and any diseases we or our loved ones might be suffering from, which is that we can be our own doctors and healthcare providers! The Bright Side is committed to the idea that the body’s healing processes and optimal health can begin immediately if we arm ourselves with the proper knowledge ..

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    • Declaring the Truth: “That is Why I am Suffering These Things”
      by Brian-Admin on April 26, 2026 at 9:02 pm

      Paul's second letter to his young disciple, Timothy, which is recorded in the New Testament portion of the Bible, was written while Paul was sitting in prison in the city of Rome. Paul had been originally arrested in Jerusalem, due to the attacks of the Satanic Jews, who tried very hard to kill him. (This story is in written in the last chapters in the book […]

    • Trump’s Failures in Iran have now Led to the U.S. Trying to Bail Out the (Formerly) Rich Arab Gulf States and the U.S. Airline Industry
      by Brian-Admin on April 22, 2026 at 7:38 pm

      While the U.S. economy has not crashed (yet) due to Trump's complete failure to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, it is collapsing the economies of the (formerly) rich Gulf States, who are now begging Trump's administration to bail them out. Just a reminder, Dubai was the richest and most modern city in the world prior to the Iran war, as it was built as the […]

    • What is the Foundation of Truth?
      by Brian-Admin on April 19, 2026 at 7:41 pm

      In Paul's first letter to his young disciple, Timothy, which is recorded in the New Testament portion of the Bible, he writes: "Although I hope to come to you soon, I am writing you these instructions so that, if I am delayed, you will know how people ought to conduct themselves in God's household, which is the assembly of the living God, the pillar and […]

    • Magnesium: The “mind mineral” that could revolutionize mental health treatment
      by editor on January 2, 2026 at 12:00 pm

      Magnesium regulates serotonin and dopamine, key neurotransmitters for mood stability, making deficiency a major risk factor for depression and neurological disorders. Studies show 500 mg of magnesium oxide daily significantly improves depression symptoms—outperforming placebos and avoiding the dangers of SSRIs (violence, suicide, emotional blunting). […]

    • The Surprising Role of Cortisol in Alzheimer’s
      by editor on January 1, 2026 at 12:00 pm

      Story at-a-glance New research shows that people with Alzheimer’s have higher cortisol levels and a skewed cortisol-to-DHEA-S ratio, revealing that chronic stress drives early brain degeneration long before memory loss appears Cortisol, your body’s main stress hormone, damages neurons and disrupts energy metabolism when it... Continue reading...

    • Rasmussen survey: 1 in 10 adults seriously injured by COVID-19 vaccine
      by editor on December 31, 2025 at 12:00 pm

      A Rasmussen survey revealed that 10% of U.S adults who received the COVID-19 vaccine experienced “major” side effects, and 36% suffered “minor” side effects. Despite mounting evidence of vaccine injuries (heart inflammation, cancers, blood clots), Sen. Ron Johnson (R-WI) faces backlash for giving victims a... Continue reading...

    • This one change to your exercise routine could add years to your life
      on April 27, 2026 at 5:32 am

      Mixing up your workouts might be the real secret to a longer life. Long-term research tracking over 100,000 people for more than three decades suggests that doing a variety of physical activities—rather than just more of the same—can significantly lower the risk of death. Interestingly, the benefits don’t keep rising endlessly; they seem to level off […]

    • Fish oil may be hurting your brain, new study finds
      on April 26, 2026 at 5:57 am

      Fish oil has long been praised as brain-boosting, but new research suggests the story may be more complicated. Scientists found that in people with repeated mild head injuries, a key omega-3 fatty acid in fish oil—EPA—may actually interfere with the brain’s ability to repair itself. Instead of helping recovery, it appears to weaken blood vessel […]

    • Graphene kills harmful bacteria “superbugs” but spares human cells
      on April 26, 2026 at 5:07 am

      Scientists have uncovered how graphene oxide pulls off a remarkable trick: it hunts down and destroys harmful bacteria while leaving human cells completely unharmed. By targeting a molecule found only in bacterial membranes, this ultra-thin carbon-based material acts with laser-like precision—offering a powerful new alternative to traditional antibiotics. […]

    • Tragic Passing of Dr. Cletus Iwuagwu: A Look at His Life, Death, and the Holistic Traditions of His Igbo Heritage
      by Erin Elizabeth on January 7, 2026 at 1:04 am

      On Christmas Day 2025, the body of Dr. Cletus Iwuagwu, a 71-year-old Nigerian-born geriatrician and professor, was discovered in a pond near his home in Springfield Township, Ohio. The Lucas County Coroner’s Office performed an autopsy the following day, ruling his cause of death as drowning. Further investigations are ongoing. Dr. Iwuagwu had been […]

    • Dark Chocolate May Lower Diabetes Risk, While Milk Chocolate Adds Pounds
      by Erin Elizabeth on February 15, 2025 at 7:24 pm

      Story at-a-glance Type 2 diabetes is a chronic metabolic disorder characterized by high blood sugar levels due to the body’s ineffective use of insulin. This condition occurs when cells become resistant to insulin or when your pancreas fails to produce enough insulin to maintain normal glucose levels. If left untreated, Type 2 diabetes leads to The post […]

    • Sleep Deprivation — A Hidden Threat to Public Health
      by Erin Elizabeth on January 24, 2025 at 7:07 pm

      Story at-a-glance Influenza, commonly known as the flu, is a contagious respiratory illness characterized by symptoms such as fever, cough, sore throat, muscle aches and fatigue. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that influenza leads to between 9.3 and 41 million cases annually in the United States alone.1 This viral […]

    • The Health Benefits Of BeetsThe Health Benefits Of Beets
      They’re rich in antioxidants, electrolytes like potassium and magnesium. They’re packed with B-vitamins, especially folic acid. They’ve got Vitamin C, and they’re loaded with fiber.
    • Warfarin ToxicityWarfarin Toxicity
      Blood delivers oxygen and nutrients and its facile movement through the body is an absolute requirement for good health. If the body has initiated blood clotting chemistry inappropriately something is seriously amiss. Thus clotting usually involves a response to some kind of emergency condition such as a surgery, wounding, lack of nutrition, hypoxia (low oxygen) or the entrance of toxicity ..

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    • Group averages obscure how an individual's brain controls behavior, study finds
      on April 27, 2026 at 9:00 am

      Studying cognition by averaging data from many people's brain scans hides how individuals use their brains, new Stanford Medicine research has shown. In particular, children who struggle with goal-oriented tasks show distinct patterns of brain activity when their data is analyzed individually, rather than as part of a group of kids with mixed abilities. The findings, which have implications for […]

    • Obesity leaves a lasting memory in immune cells, 10-year study shows
      on April 27, 2026 at 9:00 am

      People who live with obesity are "tagging" a memory of being overweight on a key part of the immune system—leaving people with ongoing risk of obesity-related conditions years after losing weight, according to a 10-year-long study published in EMBO Reports.

    • As heart, kidney and metabolic health worsen, cancer risk may rise, research indicates
      on April 27, 2026 at 9:00 am

      People with advanced heart, kidney, and metabolic disease may face a higher risk of developing cancer, according to new research published in Circulation: Population Health and Outcomes. The combination of heart, kidney, and metabolic conditions (diabetes and obesity) is known as cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic syndrome, or CKM syndrome.

    • Chocolate Mint Foaming Salt Scrub Recipe
      by Rebecca Dillon on June 30, 2025 at 1:19 pm

      This homemade Chocolate Mint Foaming Salt Scrub recipe is the perfect recipe for any skin type and it does not leave your skin feeling greasy. Scented in a to-die-for blend of chocolate and mint, this chocolate mint foaming salt scrub effectively balances your love of scrubs with a formula that actually works for your skin type,... Chocolate Mint Foaming […]

    • 12 Natural Remedies for Psoriasis You Must Try!
      by Bett on June 27, 2025 at 6:40 am

      Looking for natural remedies for Psoriasis? You have come to the right place. My husband has suffered from psoriasis for years. He has had creams from the dermatologist and nothing really worked – it just flared up again. :/ Turning to natural remedies here are some that he tried and liked/worked for him. 12 Natural... 12 Natural Remedies for Psoriasis […]

    • What are Dunkin Donuts Drink Sizes? Here’s the 411 on the shots!
      by Bett on June 14, 2024 at 7:03 am

      With so many different fast food stores, drink sizes can get hella confusing. Luckily, Dunkin drink sizes are kept fairly straightforward.  I have to say I like this approach. Yes, I’ve got used to Starbucks drink sizes but honestly, when I first started going to Starbucks I found the whole thing pretty confusing. If you:... What are Dunkin Donuts Drink […]

    • Bilderberg 2026: When Power Meets in Secret, Democracy Pays the Price
      by Paul Anthony Taylor on April 24, 2026 at 8:27 am

      Behind tight security and closed doors in Washington DC, some of the world’s most powerful political leaders, billionaires, military chiefs, and tech executives recently gathered for the 72nd annual Bilderberg meeting. Officially described as an informal forum for discussion, the event addressed issues ranging from artificial intelligence and warfare to global trade and geopolitics. Yet with no […]

    • Deep-Fried Food to be Banned Under New School Dinner Plans in England
      by Dr. Rath Health Foundation on April 24, 2026 at 8:21 am

      The UK government has announced plans to tighten the rules on school food in England. Under the proposals, deep-fried food would be banned from school dinners and sugary desserts would be limited to once a week. The post Deep-Fried Food to be Banned Under New School Dinner Plans in England appeared first on Dr. Rath Health Foundation.

    • Breakthrough Alzheimer’s Drugs Unlikely to Benefit Patients, Report Suggests
      by Dr. Rath Health Foundation on April 24, 2026 at 8:15 am

      Influential analysis has concluded that "breakthrough" Alzheimer's drugs are unlikely to benefit patients. Researchers said the impact was "well below" what was needed to make a difference to dementia patients' lives. The post Breakthrough Alzheimer’s Drugs Unlikely to Benefit Patients, Report Suggests appeared first on Dr. Rath Health Foundation.