Pharmacist Ben Fuchs

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  • Statin: Pain, Digestive Distress & Liver Damage?Statin: Pain, Digestive Distress & Liver Damage?
    “Safe drugs” is an oxymoron, because there is always toxicity inherent in the way drugs work. Furthermore, the actions of suppression and inhibition of natural processes in the body make additional side effects inevitable. No matter what we are trying to treat, nutritional, non-toxic and healthful options should always be explored and pharmaceutical, toxic intervention only used as a last resort.
  • This is ImportantThis is Important
    Ask yourself: at this moment do I have enough air? Water? Am I starving? What you will realize is that, for the vast majority of us, all of the basic needs for our survival are being met. You may not have enough money for your dream home or even to pay your basic bills. You may not be able to pay for your an operation or for the prescription drugs that you need.

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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 Admin 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.

  • The Coffee Enema! Bottoms Up!
    by Michael on April 15, 2024 at 4:06 pm

    By Rosanne Lindsay, Naturopath A Brief History Enema has become a dirty word in today’s antibacterial, hand-sanitizer society. Despite the bad rap bestowed by orthodox medicine, the coffee enema is one of the oldest medical procedures used to cleanse the liver and lower GI tract,... Continue reading...

  • Reviving Minds with Ancient Leaves: Ginkgo Biloba’s Role in Stroke Recovery
    by Michael on April 14, 2024 at 4:37 pm

    By GMI Reporter Could a leaf from one of the world’s oldest trees unlock new possibilities in stroke recovery? Discover the potential of ginkgo biloba in enhancing cognitive healing post-stroke. In an enlightening discovery, researchers have found that ginkgo biloba, an ancient tree revered for... Continue reading...

  • For older adults, weight training proves to naturally boost mental health
    by Michael on April 13, 2024 at 3:58 pm

    By Shyla Cadogan, RD Weight training is one of the most efficient ways to reduce body fat while increasing strength and muscle mass. A new study not only confirms these benefits in older people, further noting that this effect could help prevent falls and injury,... Continue reading...

  • Some of the Best Vegetables to Grow in Times of Crisis
    by Erin Elizabeth on March 8, 2024 at 12:07 pm

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE During times of crisis, staple foods and plants you know will grow well are ideal; it’s not the time to be trying out experimental varieties Choose vegetables that can be canned, fermented or pickled so you can eat them at your leisure, or those that can be stored for months without the need The post Some of the Best Vegetables to Grow […]

  • Honey Laundering: Is Your Honey Real or Fake?
    by Erin Elizabeth on January 2, 2024 at 2:05 am

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE  Honey is the third most-faked food in the world. Tests have revealed 50% to 70% of all U.S. honey is fake or adulterated  True Source Honey, a honey certification group, was created by the businesses it certifies. According to a class action complaint, True Source Honey is being used by these businesses The post Honey Laundering: […]

  • NAFLD Has Become a Health Emergency Among Children
    by Erin Elizabeth on November 24, 2023 at 6:13 pm

    Analysis by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY AT-A-GLANCE  > NAFLD is characterized by excess fat buildup in your liver. Without proper treatment, it can lead to serious liver problems including nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), which causes inflammation and fibrosis, or scarring of the liver. NAFLD also increases the risk of other health conditions, […]

  • Coconut Oil and the Miracle Lipid that Burns FatCoconut Oil and the Miracle Lipid that Burns Fat
    Perhaps the most important food source of MCT oils is coconut oil. Besides being a wonderful ingredient for cooking, over half of the fats in this tasty oil are MCTs. If being used for its MCT content, a typical daily dose of coconut oil would be 2-4 tablespoons a day. Diabetics or Alzheimer’s patients can may want to take twice that much.
  • Mind, Emotions and the SkinMind, Emotions and the Skin
    The stress survival response can be neutralized by an equally potent relaxation response. Learning to activate this relaxation system is the most helpful technique for withstanding and overriding the stress response. The body is a system and when it is stresses it is stressed as a system. And, when it relaxes it relaxes as a system.

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  • New fortified rice process could fight vitamin B1 deficiencies worldwide
    by Shyla Cadogan, RD on April 16, 2024 at 1:15 pm

    GENEVA, Switzerland — Rice is a food staple for half the world, especially in countries throughout Asia, South America, and Africa. However, rice is low in thiamine (vitamin B1), and the refining process strips the nutrient even further. This can create nutrient deficiencies in many populations within these nations. Now, researchers at the University of… The post New fortified rice process […]

  • 7 Best Aquarium Filters To Keep Your Fish Tank Clean
    by Matthew Sherdan on April 16, 2024 at 1:00 pm

    Having fish, turtles, or other aquatic wildlife as pets is a fun and fulfilling hobby that also spruces up your home. However, aquariums require a lot of attention and work to keep them clean and running properly – that’s where having the right equipment comes into play. Whether you’re just getting your aquarium set up… The post 7 Best Aquarium Filters To Keep Your Fish Tank Clean by […]

  • Whales and dolphins now considered ‘legal persons’ in Pacific countries
    by The Conversation on April 16, 2024 at 12:21 pm

    Whales and dolphins have been officially recognized as “legal persons” in a new treaty formed by Pacific Indigenous leaders from the Cook Islands, French Polynesia, Aotearoa (New Zealand) and Tonga. The post Whales and dolphins now considered ‘legal persons’ in Pacific countries by The Conversation appeared first on Study Finds.

  • How AI improves physician and nurse collaboration to boost patient care
    on April 16, 2024 at 2:00 pm

    With large language models that take notes during patient visits and algorithms that identify disease, artificial intelligence has begun to prove its worth as an assistant for physicians. But a new study from Stanford Medicine shows the potential of AI as a facilitator—one that helps doctors and nurses connect to achieve more efficient, effective patient care.

  • Taking a leave of absence can harm medical students' match prospects, finds study
    on April 16, 2024 at 2:00 pm

    Students who take a leave of absence during medical school are less likely to match into a residency or fellowship program, a new Yale study finds, a consequence that disproportionately affects Black students. Because nonplacement can negatively affect an individual's career trajectory, and the diversity of the medical workforce generally, programs should reevaluate their admission criteria, the […]

  • GPT-4 matches radiologists in detecting errors in radiology reports
    on April 16, 2024 at 2:00 pm

    Large language model GPT-4 matched the performance of radiologists in detecting errors in radiology reports, according to research published in Radiology.

  • 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 […]

  • Are Red Potatoes Dyed? Or are they Naturally Red?
    by Bett on January 14, 2024 at 1:32 pm

    Are red potatoes naturally red? Yes and no. It is indeed possible that the red potatoes you are eating are in fact dyed! I know outrageous.  Why are red potatoes dyed? Well, spraying potatoes red is done by farmers to make them look super fresh. Consumers think the redder the fresher. But, that does not... Are Red Potatoes Dyed? Or are they Naturally Red? […]