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.

  • The Thrill of Krill OilThe Thrill of Krill Oil
    The most striking health benefits of Krill Oil involve anti-inflammation. Omega 3s in general have anti inflammatory properties, but it seems that all of the unusual biochemical compounds found in Krill give this stuff some extra powerful anti inflammatory effects. A recent study published in Journal of the American College of Nutrition found that just a 300mg daily dose of Krill Oil ..
  • Mind Your BrainMind Your Brain
    The trick to making the most out of the brains circuitry and biochemistry and life experiences as well, is to watch your brain and intentionally activate direct experience circuitry. If you find yourself with an overactive narrative circuitry which can show up as worrying and stressing about potential future events or regretting or replaying past events you can willfully turn ..

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      • The best strength training plan might be simpler than you think
        on March 19, 2026 at 12:09 pm

        New strength training guidelines emphasize that doing any resistance training is what truly matters. Based on decades of research, experts say even simple routines can increase muscle, strength, and physical function. The key is not perfection but consistency. In fact, the best workout plan is the one you can maintain long term.

      • Scientists discover tiny rocket engines inside malaria parasites
        on March 19, 2026 at 11:19 am

        Malaria parasites contain tiny spinning crystals that have puzzled scientists for years. New research reveals they’re powered by a rocket-like reaction that breaks down hydrogen peroxide, releasing energy. This motion may help the parasite detoxify harmful chemicals and manage iron more efficiently. The discovery could lead to new drugs and spark […]

      • Cutting sweet foods doesn’t reduce cravings or improve health
        on March 19, 2026 at 10:57 am

        A new study suggests that eating less sweet food doesn’t make people crave it any less—or improve their health markers. Participants who increased or decreased sweetness in their diets showed no changes in preferences, weight, or disease risk. Many even returned to their old eating habits over time. Researchers say it may be time to rethink guidelines […]

      • 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 […]

      • Iron: The Fundamental ElementIron: The Fundamental Element
        Iron, though birthed in the interior stars, is perhaps the most fundamental element of life on earth. In fact, it would be difficult to find a multi-cellular organism on our little blue planet that can survive without the third most abundant of her elements (after silicon and oxygen). In the human body, nutritional iron is an essential component of hundreds of enzymes and proteins.
      • Bad DrugsBad Drugs
        If you’ve had a heart attack and you don’t want to submit to a medical mugging and doctor drugging and prescription poisoning, you can always relax the heart and strengthen cardiac contractions using dietary and nutritional strategies. Deep breathing (inhalation and exhalation) can slow and strengthen heart muscle contraction.

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      • Early clinical results deliver encouraging milestone for malaria drug candidate
        on March 19, 2026 at 5:40 pm

        Findings from two early clinical studies suggest a new dual-action antimalarial drug candidate is well tolerated in humans. The first-in-class clinical candidate, MK7602, is being developed by WEHI and global biopharmaceutical company MSD (tradename of Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, N.J., U.S.).

      • Listening in on the brain's electrical conversations with better tools
        on March 19, 2026 at 5:20 pm

        The human brain contains more connections between neurons than there are stars in the Milky Way. Decoding the electrical activity behind all those cells is the massive task that excites neural engineers like Felix Deku, who are working to build better tools for recording brain activity.

      • Post-video game depression: Scientists create tool to measure the phenomenon
        on March 19, 2026 at 5:00 pm

        Experiencing a sense of loss and sadness after dozens of hours spent on a video game? Researchers from SWPS University and the Stefan Batory Academy of Applied Sciences examined the feeling of emptiness that accompanies completing an engaging computer game. They created the world's first scale for measuring post-game depression, and published their research results in the journal Current […]

      • 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 […]