Category: Pharmacy
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Fatty Liver Disease: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, and Diet
If you’ve ever seen advertisements for “detox teas,” you should know that your body already has a powerful detox organ. That organ is the liver. And the liver doesn’t just detoxify—it plays an essential role in many other processes that keep us alive and healthy. Functions of the Liver The liver is one of the…
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What to Eat (and Avoid) When You Have Heartburn: A Pharmacist’s Guide
If you’ve ever felt that burning sensation creeping up your chest after a heavy meal, you know what I’m talking about — heartburn. It’s one of the most common digestive complaints, and while it’s not usually dangerous, it can make everyday life pretty uncomfortable. As a pharmacist (and foodie), I’m all about combining medical knowledge…
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Most Common Drug-Food Interactions
Polypharmacy (taking multiple medications, usually as part of chronic therapy) is becoming increasingly common among the population. Taking two or more medications to manage chronic illnesses is no longer the exception, but the rule. Chronic conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and high cholesterol are often interconnected — in fact, one frequently leads to…
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Misinterpreted Studies: How Scientific Myths Are Born
In today’s digital age, information spreads at lightning speed. News outlets, social media, and blogs often report on scientific studies in simplified or sensationalized ways. In this process, the original message of the study is often lost, distorted, or completely misunderstood. You’ve probably heard claims like “chocolate helps you lose weight” or “a glass of…
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Insulin – is he really the Bad Guy?
What is insulin?Recently, I had another poll on my Instagram page with the question:Insulin is:a. A Caribbean islandb. A Mediterranean dishc. A hormone Of course, most people knew it was a hormone, but a few humorous individuals chose the other two answers, just to respect the democratic nature of the page to the fullest.Insulin is,…
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Top 10 Over-The-Counter Medications You Should Know About
Headaches, sneezing, or itchy skin — it happens to everyone a few times a year. It usually isn’t a big deal, but when it strikes, it can be really unpleasant and disrupt our daily lives. So what do we do in that case? Come to the pharmacy, bro! For symptoms like the ones above, we…
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The Supplement Industry – What Works and What’s a Waste of Money?
The supplement industry is one of the largest industries in the world, generating billions of dollars and producing billions of tablets annually. Naturally, within such a massive industry, there are high-quality products that truly help, as well as products that offer no real benefits—or even worse, some that may be harmful. Pharmacists who work or…
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How to Prevent Muscle Pain After Training?
Muscle pain after training, known as DOMS (Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness), usually occurs 24-48 hours after intense physical activity. Although pain is a normal occurrence for those who train, there are ways to alleviate it and prevent excessive discomfort. Muscle pain usually occurs in beginners, people who have just started training and are not used…
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Diet, Supplements and Medications during Pregnancy – All you need to know
Pregnancy—the nine-month period before a woman brings a baby into the world—is not only a blessed experience for the mother and both parents but also a time full of challenges, symptoms, medical examinations, and check-ups. Nutrition, along with supplements and medications that a pregnant woman is allowed to take, plays a crucial role during this…
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The Impact of Sleep on Muscle Growth and Weight Loss
Sleep plays a crucial role in muscle growth, as well as in weight loss and fat reduction. Have you ever embarked on a weight-loss journey or tried to build a stronger physique, only to find that your progress isn’t going as planned? One possible reason could be a lack of sufficient sleep. How Much Sleep…
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