by The Herbal Pharmacist | Dec 6, 2024 | Aging Gracefully, E-Gaming, General Health, Men's Health, Mental Health, Sleep, stress, weight management, Weight Mangament
How Stress Affects Weight and Metabolism The Stress Response and Cortisol When faced with stress, the body activates the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis, releasing cortisol, often called the “stress hormone.” While short-term spikes in cortisol help deal...
by The Herbal Pharmacist | Dec 2, 2024 | Aging Gracefully, Cardiovascular, Men's Health, Women's health
Maintaining optimal heart health is essential for overall well-being, and the role of natural supplements in supporting cardiovascular function has gained significant attention. This blog explores some of my favorite “heart health” ingredients and how they may be...
by The Herbal Pharmacist | Nov 28, 2024 | Aging Gracefully, Cognition, E-Gaming, Exercise & Fitness, General Health, Mental Health, Sleep, Sleep, stress
Affron® (the only patented saffron extract for mood and stress) is a standardized extract derived from the stigma of saffron (Crocus sativus). It has gained attention for its potential health benefits, particularly mental and emotional well-being. Rich in bioactive...
by The Herbal Pharmacist | Nov 25, 2024 | Aging Gracefully, Cardiovascular, Men's Health, weight management, Women's health
In an era of rising cardiovascular health concerns, many individuals turn to natural remedies to complement their lifestyles. Two standout ingredients, Sytrinol and ABG 10+, have emerged as powerful allies for those seeking to maintain heart health. Backed by...
by The Herbal Pharmacist | Nov 21, 2024 | Aging Gracefully, Exercise & Fitness, General Health, Men's Health, muscle health, stress
Chronic stress is an underlying contributing factor to many men-specific health problems. These include decreased sex hormones (testosterone), decreased sexual desire, negatively impacted reproduction, and muscle weakness.[i] Excess amounts of cortisol can affect the...
by The Herbal Pharmacist | Nov 20, 2024 | Aging Gracefully, Bone & Joint, Exercise & Fitness, General Health, Joint Health
Joint health is critical for maintaining mobility and quality of life, especially as we age or engage in physically demanding activities. Among the many nutrients that support joint health, Type II collagen, collagen peptides, and hyaluronic acid (HA) matrix stand out...
