by The Herbal Pharmacist | Oct 17, 2024 | Aging, Cardiovascular, Digestive, Exercise & Fitness, Gastrointestinal, Nutrition, Weight Mangament
With the increased interest in the GLP-1 agonist category of medications, I decided to introduce everyone to GLP-1 and explain how it works. Before we begin, remember that a GLP-1 agonist is not GLP-1, nor does it support the body’s natural production of GLP-1. An...
by The Herbal Pharmacist | Oct 3, 2024 | Aging, Exercise & Fitness, Muscle Health, Nutrition
Menopause is a significant transitional phase in a woman’s life, marked by a cessation of menstrual cycles and a drastic reduction in estrogen production. This hormonal shift can profoundly affect various aspects of health, including muscle health. Estrogen plays a...
by The Herbal Pharmacist | Sep 6, 2024 | Aging, Allergies, Cardiovascular, Gastrointestinal, Nutrition, Skin Health, Weight Mangament
I recently met Rob Brewster, President (Brewster Brand Citrus Bioflavonoids/Brewster Nutrition/Ingredients by Nature), whose family business pioneered the bioflavonoid category nearly 75 years ago. His passion and knowledge of this category immediately got my...
by The Herbal Pharmacist | Aug 29, 2024 | Aging, Nutrition, Skin Health
As women transition into post-menopause, the changes in their bodies can be profound, particularly concerning skin health. The decline in estrogen levels during this phase significantly affects skin appearance and texture. Understanding these changes and how to...
by The Herbal Pharmacist | Aug 8, 2024 | Aging, Bone & Joint, 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 | Jul 25, 2024 | Aging, Digestive, Gastrointestinal, Mental Health, Nutrition, Skin Health, Weight Mangament
The Gut-____ (Blank)-axis is all the rage. The word “blank” can mean many different things, such as the brain, joints, skin, immune system, etc. While most focus on the impact of probiotics on this connection, pre-biotics are one of the hottest areas of growth. ...
