Pharmacist Ben Fuchs

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  • Check Thyroid Health with the Basal Thermometer TestCheck Thyroid Health with the Basal Thermometer Test
    If it turns out you’re suffering from hypothyroidism, and nearly 10 percent of Americans are, it’s unlikely that using iodine supplements will make much of a difference. I’m not saying that iodine is not an important mineral; iodine is important, particularly for glandular health and for the production of thyroid hormone.
  • Old Man’s Disease is More Prevalent Than Anyone SuspectsOld Man’s Disease is More Prevalent Than Anyone Suspects
    I love my dad. He gave us kids everything he could: love, money, attention, and most of all he was always there for us when the chips were down. When I was young, I thought my dad knew everything. Unfortunately, as I got older I realized my dad only thought he knew everything. I used to call this condition of all-knowingness “Old Man’s Disease” (OMD) which I defined as the mental condition that causes us to believe that we know everything.

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  • Hard Ketones: A Healthy Alternative to Standard Alcoholic Beverages
    by Stephanie on December 28, 2023 at 6:18 pm

    THE ULTIMATE, HEALTHY ALTERNATIVE TO ALCOHOL THAT STILL GIVES YOU A PLEASANT BUZZ: HARD KETONES! By Nora Gedgaudas SO… In the spirit of holiday and New Year’s Eve celebrations, I would like to make mention of The post Hard Ketones: A Healthy Alternative to Standard Alcoholic Beverages appeared first on Price-Pottenger.

  • Call for Article Submissions to the Journal of Health and Healing
    by Stephanie on December 18, 2023 at 1:29 am

    Dear Friend, I hope this message finds you in good health and high spirits. I am pleased to extend an invitation for you to contribute to our highly respected publication, the Journal of The post Call for Article Submissions to the Journal of Health and Healing appeared first on Price-Pottenger.

  • Weston A. Price’s work and its relevance to today
    by Mateo Duarte on December 12, 2023 at 5:14 pm

    My own introduction to the work of Weston A. Price likely bears a similarity to the way in which many reading this have initially come across him: through his many amazing photographs. They The post Weston A. Price’s work and its relevance to today appeared first on Price-Pottenger.

  • Gary Null’s “No More Cancer” challenges conventional cancer treatment paradigm
    by editor on May 16, 2025 at 12:00 pm

    Gary Null’s book “No More Cancer” challenges mainstream therapies like chemotherapy and radiation, arguing they are often ineffective or harmful, while advocating for overlooked alternative treatments. The book highlights dietary changes (e.g., consuming melons for pH balance, fiber for cancer risk reduction) and includes recipes and... Continue […]

  • Flavonoid-rich foods SLASH DIABETES RISK by 28% as study reveals plant compounds outperform pharmaceuticals
    by editor on May 15, 2025 at 12:00 pm

    A groundbreaking UK Biobank study of 113,097 participants reveals that consuming just six servings of flavonoid-rich foods daily—packed with potent phytochemicals like anthocyanins, quercetin, and flavan-3-ols—can slash type 2 diabetes (T2D) risk by an impressive 28%. Tea, berries, and apples emerged as metabolic superheroes, with... Continue reading...

  • My Open Letter to the American Dental Association
    by editor on May 14, 2025 at 12:00 pm

    Story at-a-glance In an open letter, I urge the American Dental Association to discontinue supporting water fluoridation, based on research linking fluoride exposure to reduced IQ scores, ADHD symptoms and thyroid dysfunction Most Western European nations have rejected water fluoridation in favor of education, fluoride-free... Continue reading...

  • Overlooked cell type orchestrates brain rewiring
    on May 16, 2025 at 5:48 pm

    Researchers have shown in mice that brain cells known as astrocytes are required for a signaling chemical called norepinephrine to modify brain activity, changing the textbook understanding that norepinephrine acts directly on neurons.

  • Wild orangutans show communication complexity thought to be uniquely human
    on May 16, 2025 at 5:42 pm

    Researchers have found that wild orangutans vocalize with a layered complexity previously thought to be unique to human communication, suggesting a much older evolutionary origin.

  • New auditory brainstem implant shows early promise
    on May 16, 2025 at 5:42 pm

    Investigators are developing a new type of auditory brainstem implant that is designed to be soft, and flexible and address limitations of models currently in use. These implants may one day benefit people who can't receive a cochlear implant, such as those with Neurofibromatosis type 2 (NF2) and other severe inner ear abnormalities. In a new preclinical […]

  • 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 […]

  • How to Protect Yourself From Tick-Borne Diseases
    by Erin Elizabeth on June 3, 2024 at 12:54 am

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE According to research published in the February 15, 2024, issue of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR),1,2prevalence of Lyme Disease were 1.7 times (70%) higher in 2022 than the annual U.S. average reported from 2017 through 2019. This dramatic increase is not thought to […]

  • The 8 Chapters of Good NutritionThe 8 Chapters of Good Nutrition
    By Ben Fuchs | Pharmacist Ben Ok, so there really isn’t a “book” called The 8 Chapters of Good Nutrition; it’s simply a handy way to think about diet and supplementation. Nutrition as we’ve said is a vast subject matter and to make it palatable we’ve divided it into 8 (somewhat) manageable sections. I sayContinue reading →
  • Your Skin and it’s Inherent Healing and Renewing CapacityYour Skin and it’s Inherent Healing and Renewing Capacity
    Everyone wants great skin. We are bombarded daily by advertisements and marketing proclamations that claim to deliver it. The skin care industry is a 10 billion dollar business made up mostly of products containing oils and waxes, solvents, emulsifiers and chemical ingredients that allow for the creation of cosmetic commodities that modify the superficial appearance of the skin, without actually creating real changes.

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    • 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 […]

    • Are Carrot tops edible? And what to make with them!
      by Bett on January 21, 2024 at 2:31 pm

      If you are wondering whether carrot tops are edible – we have the scoop! If you don’t feel like reading to the end of the article for your answer, then I will simply give it to you now – YES, carrot tops are edible, so you might want to think again before you throw them... Are Carrot tops edible? And what to make with them! appeared first on The […]

    • Does Metamucil Help you lose weight? Spoiler: I lost 10 pounds in 1 month
      by Bett on January 15, 2024 at 2:47 pm

      If you are wondering whether Metamucil helps you to lose weight, we have the inside scoop. My parents have been using Metamucil for years to help them go to the toilet (they’re very constipated LOL). I used to rag them out BIG time and tell them how disgusting Metamucil was so I felt like a... Does Metamucil Help you lose weight? Spoiler: I lost 10 pounds […]