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Allergy Relief to the Rescue

April 20, 2012

With the warming weather, many people are already experiencing some serious allergy symptoms. And it seems like everyone’s got their own favorite remedy for quelling sniffles and sneezes. We asked a few customers and practitioners about what works for them–and why. “AllerDx by Plantiva is my favorite–I’ve gotten a lot of positive customer feedback...

Summer First Aid Kit Essentials, On Sale in April!

April 6, 2012

By Pharmaca Integrative Pharmacy

Summer First Aid Kit Essentials, On Sale in April!

The air is getting warmer, the trails getting drier…for many of us, it’s time to start those outdoor activities. Just don’t forget to pack a first aid kit! A tumble off a mountain bike or a misstep can leave you miles from home with bruises and scrapes that could use some a little TLC....

MyChelle’s Powerful Pumpkin Products

April 3, 2012

By Pharmaca Integrative Pharmacy

Just in time for fall, learn more about MyChelle’s fabulous pumpkin products. With exfoliating enzymes, vitamins a and c, and zinc, there’s a reason pumpkin extracts show up in more than a few of their products! Here, Catie, MyChelle’s Training Manager, talks about how to use four of MyChelle’s pumpkin products: Creamy Pumpkin Cleanser,...

Mediterranean Diet May Reduce Cognitive Decline

March 30, 2012

By Pharmaca Integrative Pharmacy

Mediterranean Diet May Reduce Cognitive Decline

We often hear that the Mediterranean diet is a great way to eat—when done right, it can be packed with good fats, fiber, fruits, veggies and antioxidants, all of which can help boost heart health, reduce inflammation and help stave off chronic diseases According to a study published last year in the American Journal...

More on the FDA’s new sunscreen rules

March 29, 2012

By Pharmaca Integrative Pharmacy

We talked last year about the FDA’s new sunscreen labeling rules <http://blog.pharmacablog.com/2011/06/15/fda-announces-new-sunscreen-labeling-rules/> , which will fully go into effect in June 2013. The new regulations also state that only sunblocks with an SPF rating of 15 or higher can claim that they help prevent sunburn or skin cancer. Finally, sunscreens can no longer be...

Video: Herbs and Supplements for Menopause

March 27, 2012

By Pharmaca Integrative Pharmacy

Menopause brings with it a variety of symptoms, from sleep issues to hot flashes to vaginal thinning. Here, Dr. Tori Hudson, ND, talks about well researched herbs and supplements that can help quell a number of these symptoms. This video is part of a series of educational videos from members of our Integrative Health...

Review a product (or two) and enter to win $100 in pharmaca.com shopping!

March 26, 2012

By Pharmaca Integrative Pharmacy

Review a product (or two) and enter to win $100 in pharmaca.com shopping!

C’mon, tell us how you really feel. We all use product reviews as a good way to gauge whether or not it’s going to work for us. So help us (and other customers) out by reviewing the products you’ve used from pharmaca.com! Love a product? Let them know. Didn’t work for you? Tell us...

New study shows vitamin A key to preventing melanoma

March 13, 2012

By Pharmaca Integrative Pharmacy

New study shows vitamin A key to preventing melanoma

Another reason to get your vitamin A: A recent study showed that people taking a vitamin A supplement were 60 percent less likely to develop melanoma. The study, published in the Journal of Investigative Dermatology in March, followed nearly 70,000 adults for six years. At the end of the study, 566 had developed melanoma;...

Dealing with Feminine Dryness

March 3, 2012

By Pharmaca Integrative Pharmacy

From our friends at Intimina Feminine dryness is something that most of us have experienced at one time or another. Whether it’s a rare inconvenience or a regular occurrence, there are many reasons why your body may not produce enough moisture when you need it. Typically, the vagina maintains an optimal level of lubrication...

Boost Heart Health with Good Oral Care

February 12, 2012

By Pharmaca Integrative Pharmacy

It is no coincidence that a strong correlation exists between oral health and overall health. After all, most foreign matter enters the body through the mouth. Still, even the most health conscious among us are often guilty of neglecting our dental health. Research from the past ten years demonstrates that it is time for...