by The Herbal Pharmacist | Aug 8, 2024 | Aging Gracefully, Bone & Joint, General Health, Herbal Pharmacist Blog, Nutrition
While joint health is a common category across all ages, postmenopausal women have an increased risk of developing joint issues. Why? Estrogen protects joints and reduces inflammation. When estrogen levels drop during menopause, inflammation can increase, the risk...
by The Herbal Pharmacist | Mar 22, 2024 | Aging Gracefully, Bone & Joint, Exercise & Fitness, General Health, Herbal Pharmacist Blog
Unless you live in a year-round warm climate like I do, being active through the winter may be a challenge. With most of the northern hemisphere thawing out now that we are officially in Spring, getting back in outdoor shape might be at the forefront of your...
by The Herbal Pharmacist | Jan 18, 2024 | Aging Gracefully, Bone & Joint, Dermatology, Digestive, General Health, Heart Health, Immune, Mental Health, Nutrition
I recently completed a webinar during the “Future of the Microbiome” event, where I discussed the addition of botanicals to the microbiome conversation. After presenting, I felt compelled to write this blog. One thing I gleaned from my preparation to give the...
by The Herbal Pharmacist | Sep 11, 2023 | Aging Gracefully, Bone & Joint
Joint health concerns often occur when the cartilage that cushions the ends of bones in your joints gradually deteriorates. The slick surface of the cartilage becomes rough, which I associate with fine-grit sandpaper. Imagine rubbing the back of your hand with...
by The Herbal Pharmacist | May 24, 2023 | Aging Gracefully, Bone & Joint, Exercise & Fitness, General Health, Heart Health, Herbal Pharmacist Blog, Nutrition, Weight Loss
Cardiovascular disease is the #1 Killer of Americans. About one-third of the deaths worldwide are caused by a heart or stroke-related disease. Several years ago, I wrote my first book, “4 Pillars of Health: Heart Disease,” and covered even more, the statistics about...
by The Herbal Pharmacist | Jan 16, 2023 | Aging Gracefully, Bone & Joint, Colds & Flu, Exercise & Fitness, Gastrointestinal, General Health, Herbal Pharmacist Blog, Mental Health
If you haven’t heard of PEA previously, please take note of this blog. PEA is automatically produced by your body when key areas (cells and tissues) are damaged (an injury) or threatened to become damaged by stress. The production of PEA is highest in response...
