1) Take B12 This vitamin is gaining in popularity for its ability to calm stress, boost energy, and even improve memory and heart health. See why B12 is important >> SHOP B12 >> 2) Make the switch to natural cosmetics Did you know that 60% of what goes on your skin goes […]
Herbs & Supplements
Pharmaca’s expert team of nutritionists, naturopathic doctors and herbalists brings you the latest research, news and tips from the world of natural health care. Our Flourish blog focuses on providing readers with well-researched articles that help you find the right vitamin, supplement or herbal remedy for you. Read what our practitioners have to say about their favorite holistic remedies to common ailments, or find out what ingredients to look for (or avoid) in popular supplements. No matter your questions about natural health, Pharmaca’s Flourish Blog is sure to have insights to educate and enlighten you.
5 New Ways to Try Turmeric
The good news about turmeric just keeps growing. Besides giving food a spicy zing and bright yellow color (it’s one of the main ingredients in curry), turmeric’s active component, curcumin, offers substantial health benefits. Scientists tell us curcumin can keep us healthy by reducing inflammation and pain, fighting infections and […]
A Nutrient for the Needs of Every Woman
From the teenage years to the senior years, each stage of a woman’s life brings unique health concerns. Here are a few of our practitioners’ favorite ways to stay healthy, strong and balanced. Black cohosh Helps control menopause symptoms A perennial plant from the buttercup family, black cohosh is a […]
Why Kavinace is a Leader in GABA Support
What neurotransmitter is vital to controlling our stress levels and our ability to sleep and relax? Gamma-aminobutyric acid, or GABA, which circulates in abundant levels in the brain. As the brain’s number one inhibitory neurotransmitter, it’s a major component of the brain’s natural self-regulating system of balance between excitement and […]
Ask Pharmaca: What is Homeopathy?
Q. I don’t understand the difference between homeopathy and everything else. Isn’t all natural medicine homeopathic? A. Homeopathy or homeopathic medicine is often misused as an “umbrella” term to talk about natural and alternative therapies. But homeopathic medicine should not be confused with herbal medicine, Chinese medicine or any other natural therapy. […]
Homeopathy: A Prescription for Pain Relief
Homeopathy can be a difficult treatment modality to understand. If you’ve never tried it, you might wonder how exactly those little pellets can be so effective. But many people find them to be just that. In fact, approximately 100 million Europeans use homeopathic medicines—and even more in India. In France, […]
Buyer’s Guide: Choosing a Multivitamin
Here’s a snapshot of different multivitamin types and why they’re beneficial. Click to learn more about different types of multivitamins and how to choose the best one for you. Form Details Where you’ll find it USP Synthetic Vitamins Synthetic vitamins are made from isolated nutrients derived from natural sources like […]
Buyer’s Guide: Probiotic Species and Strains
Here’s a snapshot at different probiotic strains, when they’re useful and where to find them. Click to learn more about why we need probiotics. Probiotic species & strains Health benefits Where you’ll find it Bifidobacterium longum The most significant and important probiotics in the body, and among the first […]
Ask Pharmaca: Which Post-Antibiotic Probiotic Should I Take?
Q. I’m taking an antibiotic and my doctor said I should be on a probiotic too. What do you recommend? A. The purpose of an antibiotic is to kill harmful bacteria. But antibiotics are not selective in the killing process—good gut bacteria (i.e. your intestinal flora) is often wiped out […]
Why We Need Supplemental Nutrition
We chatted with Dr. Tieraona Low Dog, MD, Fellowship Director for the Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine and member of Pharmaca’s Integrative Health Advisory Board, about why it’s hard to get proper nutrition through food alone—and how to find the best supplements for you. I eat a very […]