Pharmacist Ben Fuchs

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Pharmacist Ben blogs posts, radio show, news and products to benefit your quality of life. We dig deep into the topics of health, nutrition, supplements.

  • Benefits of MelatoninBenefits of Melatonin
    If you want to make sure you’re getting enough melatonin, it’s probably a good idea to take some supplementally at bedtime, 5-7 nights a week. It’ll help you fall and stay asleep and it’ll give you some pretty intense dreams too. Take at least 3mg doses and you could probably take 5 or 6mg. Melatonin is cleared out of the body quickly and it’s ..
  • 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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    • Many Substances Used For Food Processing Are Never Listed On Ingredient Labels
      by Michael on July 26, 2024 at 3:38 pm

      Authored by Flora Zhao via The Epoch Times (emphasis ZeroHedge) The long list of unfamiliar names on ingredient labels of processed foods is already a cause for concern. However, many people are unaware of another category of additives never listed on these labels. These “invisible”... Continue reading...

    • The one perfect food to make all your desserts healthier
      by Michael on July 25, 2024 at 3:25 pm

      By Shyla Cadogan, RD Dessert is delicious, so no wonder we find it hard to say no to a sweet treat! When you think dessert, the word “healthy” probably doesn’t come to mind. Most desserts are overwhelmingly filled with carbs that taste great but don’t... Continue reading...

    • 6 simple ways young adults can boost brain health today to prevent dementia later
      by Michael on July 24, 2024 at 4:00 pm

      By Jitka Vseteckova, The Open University and Corrina Grimes, Trinity College Dublin Dementia is not an inevitable consequence of ageing. It’s thought that around 40% of dementia cases could be prevented (or at least delayed) by changing certain lifestyle habits. There are now 12 known... Continue reading...

    • 'Dancing molecules' heal cartilage damage
      on July 26, 2024 at 11:32 pm

      New therapy uses synthetic nanofibers to mimic the natural signaling of a protein that is crucial for cartilage formation and maintenance. Researchers found that intensifying the motion of molecules within the nanofibers led to more components needed for regeneration. After just four hours, the treatment activated the gene expression necessary to generate […]

    • Building bridges between cells for brain health
      on July 26, 2024 at 3:33 pm

      The brain contains many cell types, from the prominent neurons to the lesser-known microglia. The latter are integral to the brain's immune system and play a crucial role as the brain's cleanup crew. A recent study highlights that microglia establish connections with neurons through tunneling nanotubes. The researchers observed that microglia utilize these […]

    • Have a seat, doctor: Study suggests eye-level connection makes a difference in hospitals
      on July 26, 2024 at 3:33 pm

      When doctors sit at hospitalized patients' bedsides, it can have a more positive impact than if they stand, a review of data suggests -- but a new study seeks to find out for sure.

    • 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 […]

    • 5 Potent Nootropic Herbs to Supercharge Memory and Concentration
      by Erin Elizabeth on May 28, 2024 at 4:34 pm

      STORY AT-A-GLANCE Nootropics are sometimes called “smart drugs” since they enhance cognitive performance and especially executive functions like memory, focus and creativity. Naturally occurring nootropics support focus and concentration by improving neural mechanisms related to learning and memory. Nootropic herbs have long been a staple of Ayurveda, […]

    • ‘Strong and Consistent Evidence’ Links Multivitamins to Memory and Cognitive Benefits
      by Erin Elizabeth on May 23, 2024 at 4:28 pm

      STORY AT-A-GLANCE Taking a daily multivitamin may improve memory and slow cognitive decline in older adults, according to a third major study on the topic. The studies used data from the COcoa Supplement and Multivitamin Outcomes Study (COSMOS), which evaluated whether cocoa extract supplementation with and without a standard multivitamin affected the risk […]

    • Half an AvocadoHalf an Avocado
      So what is it that makes avocados so satisfying? Well, aside from the fiber and the nutrients which are always satiety-inducing, probably the most hunger busting element of the succulent green fruit are the fats. Avocados are among the plant world’s most lipid-dense products, containing significant amounts of both saturated and unsaturated fats. According to the USDA, 1 cup of avocado contains over 4 teaspoons of fat.
    • Waking Up from the Fluoride NightmareWaking Up from the Fluoride Nightmare
      In 2001, the Caries Research Journal published research showing that fluoride accumulates in high levels in the pineal gland, which is responsible for melatonin production and therefore regulation of the body’s circadian rhythm (sleep-wake cycle), the onset of puberty in females, and protection of cells from free-radical damage.

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