by The Herbal Pharmacist | May 1, 2025 | Aging Gracefully, blue light, Cardiovascular, Cognition, Exercise & Fitness, Eye Health, General Health, Heart Health, Immune, Joint Health, Men's Health, Mental Health, muscle health, night vision, Nutrition, Skin Health, Women's health
For decades, I have taught parents how to instruct their children to “eat a rainbow” (not Skittles). Carotenoids are a key component of my rainbow. They are natural pigments that provide fruits and vegetables with their vivid red, orange, and yellow colors. Beyond...
by The Herbal Pharmacist | Apr 8, 2025 | Aging Gracefully, General Health, Mental Health, Sleep, stress
Sleep is a fundamental pillar of health, influencing cognitive function, emotional balance, and physical well-being. Poor sleep is linked to several other health concerns. Studies discussed in this section suggest that sleep loss (less than 7 hours per night) may...
by The Herbal Pharmacist | Mar 28, 2025 | Aging Gracefully, Blood Sugar, Bone & Joint, Cognition, Dental & Oral Health, Dermatology, digestion, Digestive, Exercise & Fitness, Gastrointestinal, General Health, Gut Health, Heart Health, Immune, Joint Health, Men's Health, Mental Health, muscle health, Nutrition, Skin Health, Sleep, Sleep, stress, Weight Mangament, Women's health
As we age, it’s natural to focus more on our health and how we can maintain our vitality for as long as possible. The good news? Aging doesn’t have to mean taking it easy. In fact, with the right mindset and habits, aging can be a period of strength, clarity, and...
by The Herbal Pharmacist | Mar 27, 2025 | Aging Gracefully, Blood Sugar, Bone & Joint, Cardiovascular, Cognition, Dermatology, Digestive, Exercise & Fitness, Eye Health, Gastrointestinal, General Health, Gut Health, Immune, Joint Health, Men's Health, Mental Health, muscle health, Nutrition, Skin Health, Sleep, stress, Urinary, weight management, Weight Mangament, Women's health
I decided to start a new series of blogs titled “Healthy Aging, Inside Out. “These blogs will explore various aspects of health that are crucial for slowing the aging process or addressing common aging issues- all from the inside out. It is your choice: do you want...
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 | 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...
