Looking for a summer challenge? Tame your mind, tone your largest muscle groups and find your grounding with Warrior II. Warrior II Alias: Virabhadrasana II (“virabhadra” = a warrior in Hindu mythology, “asana” = pose) Why Warrior II Pose? You’ll get a delicious, deep stretch through the hip flexors and […]
Health Conditions
If you’re under the weather and are looking for alternative remedies to relieve your symptoms, turn to Pharmaca’s Project Wellness blog for the best in natural remedies. We offer great information on the cutting-edge research that can tell you which natural remedies ease sniffles and sneezes, relieve pain or soothe muscles aches. We even serve as a homeopathic remedy guide, helping you navigate through the often-confusing world of homeopathy. From spotlights on herbal formulas to information about natural health and beauty products, we’ll be your resource for all of the natural and alternative remedies that can help you feel better faster.
Buyer’s Guide: Vegan Beauty
For vegans, finding skin care and beauty products that are in sync with our lifestyle choices can be tricky. The search for products that have not been tested on animals or do not contain animal products or byproducts (like honey, beeswax, egg and dairy products) is easier when we know […]
Step-by-Step Yoga Pose: Warrior III
Ready to find your balance while toning your core? Warrior III is the type of pose you can do on day 1 and on day 100 of your practice. You’ll experience something different and new each time–it’s never quite the same pose, and it’s always a challenge. Warrior III Alias: […]
Our 12 Favorite Natural Moisturizers
Proper hydration is a vital part of every good skin care regimen, no matter what your skin type. The experts at Pharmaca have put together this handy cheat sheet of natural moisturizers for each type: whether you have dry skin, oily skin or a combination of the two—whether your skin […]
Recipe: Berry Lavender Lemonade
This refreshing beverage packs a one-two punch: the antioxidant benefits of berries come together with the calming, stress-relieving properties of lavender—making it perfect for spring. Lavender already has popular uses in aromatherapy and our skin and body care. But culinary lavender is gaining popularity in the gourmet food world, from […]
Don’t forget to use your FSA funds before December 31
If you enrolled in a flexible spending account (FSA) as part of your health coverage in 2016, now’s the time to use up that savings—before December 31! By purchasing eligible products with your pre-tax dollars, you can save approximately 20 to 40 percent on out-of-pocket health expenses. However, the “use […]
Our Estheticians’ Fall Beauty Picks
Cool temperatures, low humidity and blustery winds can make our skin dry and sensitive in the fall and winter months. That’s why we turned to our expert estheticians for tips on keeping skin healthy and nourished as the weather changes. Here’s the inside scoop on their go-to products. Christine Rouches […]
Chia Seeds: A Tasty Way to Get Your Omega-3s
Chia seeds are enjoying something of a renaissance these days—researchers are rediscovering their nutritional benefits, something the Maya and Aztecs cherished hundreds of years ago. Chia seeds come from the plant Salvia hispanica, which grows abundantly in the deserts of southern Mexico. As such, chia was a staple in the ancient […]
Key Prenatal Nutrients for Ensuring Healthy Babies
Taking a good prenatal vitamin is vitally important if you are planning on becoming pregnant, are pregnant or are breastfeeding. However, there are four nutrients that are very important during this time that might not be in your prenatal or may not be present in sufficient quantities. Here’s what I […]
The 411 on Allergies
Do you suffer from springtime allergies? Itchy eyes and runny nose don’t have to be an inevitability—there are a variety of ways to support your body’s ability to reduce the allergic response. First, let’s look at how allergies work. Allergens (e.g. pollen) are for some reason seen as an invader […]