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The People's Pharmacy is dedicated to helping people make informed decisions about health through our books, newspaper column, radio show & website, www.peoplespharmacy.com

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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Are There Natural Remedies for Constipation? www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/are... via @peoplespharmacy #constipation #digestion #naturalremedies #remedies #health
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Are There Natural Remedies for Constipation?
A number of natural remedies for constipation work well. They include brewer's yeast, kiwifruit or a pumpkin-bran muffin.
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Show 1487: Hair Loss and Nail Problems: A Dermatologist’s Guide to What Actually Works www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/sho... via @peoplespharmacy #hairloss #hair #nails #fingernails #toenails #health
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Show 1487: Hair Loss and Nail Problems: A Dermatologist’s Guide to What Actually Works
What actually works to reverse hair loss and solve nail problems? A dermatologist offers evidence-based advice.
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Medicine Keeps Failing the Fatigued: CFS, Long COVID and Long Vax www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/pro... via @peoplespharmacy #CFS #chronicfatigue #LongCovid #LongVax #health
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Medicine Keeps Failing the Fatigued: CFS, Long COVID and Long Vax
Chronic fatigue syndrome or CFS shares many symptoms with long COVID or long vax. Why did medicine dismiss long-suffering patients so long?
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Light Exposure Overnight Raises Risk of Heart Disease www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/bri... via @peoplespharmacy #light #lightexposure #sleep #insomnia #heartdisease #stroke #health
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Light Exposure Overnight Raises Risk of Heart Disease & Strokes
Humans have only been living with a lot of light at night for about 100 years. Does light exposure contribute to heart disease and stroke?
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Coping with Anxiety: Could One Dose of LSD Change Treatment? www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/cop... via @peoplespharmacy #anxiety #mentalhealth #LSD #depression #health
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Coping with Anxiety: Could One Dose of LSD Change Treatment?
A single dose of LSD eased anxiety for 12 weeks. New findings could reshape coping with anxiety and depression. Psychiatry revisited?
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Joe on the @morningbrew.extwitter.link YouTube channel talking about generic drugs. They're just the same as brand-name drugs...right?! www.youtube.com/watch?v=tB_S...
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Something’s wrong with our medications…
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
There Are No Side Effects www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/the... via @peoplespharmacy #drugs #medications #Rx #prescriptions #pills #sideeffects #health
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There Are No Side Effects
When we categorize drug actions as "side effects," we imply they are less important than the intended use. Some patients may not agree.
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Have we been treating sprains and strains all wrong? New injury recovery research challenges decades of RICE advice (rest, ice, elevate, etc) www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pa43... via @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social
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Sprains, Strains and Tears: The New Science of Healing Faster
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Injury Recovery: Why Rest and Ice May be Slowing You Down www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/inj... via @peoplespharmacy #injury #RICE #inflammation #sprain #strain #health
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Injury Recovery: Why Rest and Ice May be Slowing You Down
Have we been treating sprains and strains all wrong? New injury recovery research challenges decades of RICE advice (rest, ice, elevate, etc)
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
Which Dietary Changes Can Lower LDL Cholesterol Naturally? It May Not Be What You Expect www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/whi... via @peoplespharmacy #LDL #LDLcholesterol #diet #food #cholesterol #health
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Which Dietary Changes Can Lower LDL Cholesterol Naturally? It May Not Be What You Expect
A vegetarian diet with walnuts, flaxseeds, whole grains and green tea may well lower LDL cholesterol naturally.
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Turmeric Raises the Risk for Severe Nosebleeds and Bleeding www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/tur... via @peoplespharmacy #turmeric #bleeding #nosebleeds #hemorrhage #health
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Turmeric Raises the Risk for Severe Nosebleeds and Bleeding
Turmeric raises the risk of hemorrhage, especially if it is combined with an anticoagulant such as warfarin (Coumadin) or clopidogrel (Plavix).
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Melatonin may do more than help you sleep. A review of randomized trials found that it could also reduce chronic musculoskeletal pain. Get more trustworthy health news from The People’s Pharmacy at the start of every podcast episode: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t... #melatonin #pain #health
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
COVID Is BACK! Do You Care? Why Not? www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/cov... via @peoplespharmacy #COVID #Covid19 #vaccine #COVIDvax #Covidbooster #health
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COVID Is BACK! Do You Care? Why Not?
America has moved on, but COVID is back. What about fall vaccines, repeat infections and cleaner indoor air? Have you stopped caring?
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
If Acetaminophen Is Killing People, Why Should You Trust Tylenol? www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/if-... via @peoplespharmacy #acetaminophen #Tylenol #liver #stomach #kidneys #health
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If Acetaminophen Is Killing People, Why Should You Trust Tylenol?
Is Tylenol trustworthy? Acetaminophen is probably harder on the liver, stomach and kidneys than most people think, especially for older folks
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
Weighted Blankets Can Alleviate Anxiety in the Hospital www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/wei... via @peoplespharmacy #blanket #weightedblanket #anxiety #hospitalization #health
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Weighted Blankets Can Alleviate Anxiety in the Hospital
Nurses confirm in a cross-over study that weighted blankets can ease the anxiety associated with hospitalization.
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
Toxic Turf: Could Where You Live Raise Your Parkinson’s Risk? www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/tox... via @peoplespharmacy #turf #pesticides #golfcourses #golf #Parkinson's #health
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Toxic Turf: Could Where You Live Raise Your Parkinson’s Risk?
Chemical exposure to pesticides on golf courses may be linked to Parkinson's risk. What about other toxins such as solvents and herbicides?
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
Do Low CAC Scores Mean You Don’t Need a Statin? www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/how... via @peoplespharmacy #CAC #statin #cholesterol #calcification #arteries #heartdisease #heartattack #health
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Do Low CAC Scores Mean You Don’t Need a Statin?
MDs use coronary artery calcification, CAC scores, to determine heart disease risk. Does the CAC predict heart attacks? Do statins raise CAC?
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Check Out Our Labor Day Sale on People’s Pharmacy Products! www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/buy... via @peoplespharmacy #sale #LaborDaySale #LaborDay
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Check Out Our Labor Day Sale on People’s Pharmacy Products!
For Labor Day, we are offering a discount of 25% off everything you buy in our store. Discount code LaborDay
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Swollen Ankles from Amlodipine and Swollen Tongue from Lisinopril www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/swo... via @peoplespharmacy #ankles #swollenankles #Amlopidine #swollentongue #Lisinopril #hypertension #bloodpressure #highbloodpressure #cough #health
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Swollen Ankles from Amlodipine and Swollen Tongue from Lisinopril
Lisinopril and amlodipine are prescribed for hypertension. Side effects include swollen ankles from amlodipine and cough for lisinopril.
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Preventing Sunburn from the Inside Out with Aspirin www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/pre... via @peoplespharmacy #sunburn #aspirin #sunscreen #antioxidants #health
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Preventing Sunburn from the Inside Out with Aspirin
Most people think the only way for preventing sunburn is sunscreen. Sunscreens work! But aspirin and some antioxidants work from the inside.
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Could You Have ADHD and Not Know It? What Are the Hidden Signs of AHDH? www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/cou... via @peoplespharmacy #ADHD #AHDH #health
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Could You Have ADHD and Not Know It? What Are the Hidden Signs of AHDH?
Could hidden signs of ADHD explain procrastination, forgetfulness or missed deadlines? Two experts challenge familiar myths.
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Bidet Lovers Come Out of the Closet: What About You? www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/bid... via @peoplespharmacy #bidet #toilet #toilethygiene #bathroomhygiene #health
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Bidet Lovers Come Out of the Closet: What About You?
People in Europe, Japan and South Korea think bidets are a normal bathroom fixture. Americans are less likely to be bidet lovers.
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Is Diphenhydramine as a Sleep Aid Bad for Your Health? www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/is-... via @peoplespharmacy #diphenhydramine #sleep #sleepaid #brainfog #health
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Is Diphenhydramine as a Sleep Aid Bad for Your Health?
Relying on OTC sleeping pills containing diphenhydramine could contribute to brain fog the next day and confusion over the long run.
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Will Saffron Delay Age-Related Macular Degeneration? www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/wil... via @peoplespharmacy #saffron #eyes #eyesight #maculardegeneration #health
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Will Saffron Delay Age-Related Macular Degeneration?
Readers report promising results taking saffron with AREDS vitamins for age-related macular degeneration. Studies support its efficacy.
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Show 1485: What Are We Still Getting Wrong About ADHD? www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/sho... via @peoplespharmacy #ADHD #attentiondeficit #health
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Show 1485: What Are We Still Getting Wrong About ADHD?
Two experts explain diagnosis and treatment of attention difficulties in adults and children. There's plenty we still get wrong about ADHD.
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Pancreatic Cancer Treatment: Rasonque = Breakthrough, Vitamin C = Crickets www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/pan... via @peoplespharmacy #pancreaticcancer #cancer #vitaminC #Rasonque #health
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Pancreatic Cancer Treatment: Rasonque = Breakthrough, Vitamin C = Crickets
A new pancreatic cancer treatment got fireworks and fast FDA approval. Why did intriguing IV vitamin C research get mostly crickets?
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
The Coercive World of Retail Pharmacy www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/the... via @peoplespharmacy #pharmacy #retailpharmacy #pharmacists #medications #Rx #health
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The Coercive World of Retail Pharmacy
Pharmacists practicing in retail drugstores are not encouraged to question the value of medications. Instead they are expected to work fast.
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Shingles Vax Reduces Risk of HEART ATTACK, Stroke, and Dementia! www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/shi... via @peoplespharmacy #shingles #shinglesvaccine #heartattack #stroke #dementia #health
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Shingles Vax Reduces Risk of HEART ATTACK, Stroke, and Dementia!
Common infections–colds, flu, COVID, UTIs and SHINGLES–are linked to heart attacks and strokes. Could a shingles vax reduce the risk of AD?
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 30/08/2026
A new personalized cancer vaccine may help reduce the risk that melanoma will return. In a new study, adding the vaccine reduced the risk of recurrence or death by nearly half over 5 years. You'll find the latest health news at the start of every podcast episode: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
From lettuce & jalapeños to eggs, soup & frozen berries, a string of foodborne illness outbreaks has affected thousands this summer. Why is it so hard to keep dangerous microorganisms out of our food supply? Get more health news from The People’s Pharmacy podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
St. John’s Wort Can Lift Mood But May Damage Eyes www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/st-... via @peoplespharmacy #StJohnsWort #depression #mood #eyes #eyesight #health
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St. John’s Wort Can Lift Mood But May Damage Eyes
One side effect of St. John's wort, photosensitivity, can damage eyes. People may wish to consider other ways to manage depression.
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
Could changing what you eat change how your brain works? In our latest podcast, psychiatrist Dr. Georgia Ede explains the emerging field of metabolic psychiatry. Listen here to learn what the science is showing about your diet & the brain: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s... #BrainHealth #nutrition
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
For Some Readers, Almonds Help Heartburn More Than Medicine Does www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/alm... via @peoplespharmacy #almonds #heartburn #remedies #naturalremedies #health
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For Some Readers, Almonds Help Heartburn More Than Medicine Does
We have heard from many readers that as few as two almonds can help heartburn. (Some take a small handful.)
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Weight-Loss Pills vs. Injections: Which Would You Choose? www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/wei... via @peoplespharmacy #weightloss #GLP1 #GLP-1 #weightlosspills #weightlossmedications #weighlossRx #Wegovy #Foundayo #health
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Weight-Loss Pills vs. Injections: Which Would You Choose?
For people who dislike needles, weight-loss pills offer a new way to tap into the power of GLP-1 drugs. There's Wegovy and Foundayo.
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Mistakes in the Pharmacy Could be Deadly www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/mis... via @peoplespharmacy #pharmacy #Rx #prescriptions #prescriptiondrugs #medications #meds #health
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Mistakes in the Pharmacy Could be Deadly
Is there a pandemic of mistakes in the pharmacy? Pharmacists worry about working conditions that make mistakes inevitable. Protect Yourself!
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
What Are the Risks of Sunscreen and Bug Repellent Together? www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/wha... via @peoplespharmacy #sunscreen #bugspray #bugrepellent #repellent #DEET #picaridin #health
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What Are the Risks of Sunscreen and Bug Repellent Together?
Applying sunscreen and bug repellent at the same time can increase your absorption of the ingredients, unless the repellent is picaridin.
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Vinegar Stars as Surprising Antidote to Sting of Fire Ants www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/vin... via @peoplespharmacy #vinegar #fireants #sting #stinginginsects #health
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Vinegar Stars as Surprising Antidote to Sting of Fire Ants
One reader shares a favorite home remedy (white vinegar) to deal with the uncomfortable sting from the bites of fire ants.
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Show 1484: Change Your Diet, Heal Your Mind www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/sho... via @peoplespharmacy #menthalhealth #health #anxiety #depression #food #diet #foodasmedicine #paleo #ketogenic
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Show 1484: Change Your Diet, Heal Your Mind
Could you heal your mind with a low-carbohydrate paleo or ketogenic diet? Dr. Ede has helped people overcome depression or anxiety with food.
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Should You Let Food Be Your Medicine? www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/let... via @peoplespharmacy #food #diet #foodasmedicine #Mediterraneandiet #cognition #dementia #health
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Should You Let Food Be Your Medicine?
Investigators tested a protein-enriched Mediterranean diet in Ireland to help slow cognitive decline. Could food be your medicine?
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
Can People Ever Stop Taking Statins Without Suffering a Heart Attack? www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/can... via @peoplespharmacy #statins #hearthealth #heartattack #cholesterol #health
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Can People Ever Stop Taking Statins Without Suffering a Heart Attack?
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
Is Drinking Coffee Good or Bad for You? www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/is-... via @peoplespharmacy #coffee #health #healthbenefits #cancer #dementia #inflammation
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Is Drinking Coffee Good or Bad for You?
Multiple studies indicate that people drinking coffee regularly reap benefits such as a lower risk of liver cancer or dementia.
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
The Test of Time: Why “Breakthrough” Drugs So Often Disappoint www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/the... via @peoplespharmacy #breakthroughdrugs #GLP-1 #medications #drugs #Rx #health
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The Test of Time: Why “Breakthrough” Drugs So Often Disappoint
Will GLP-1 drugs survive their own hype into the future, or are they bound to disappoint us as so many previous drugs have done?
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
Lithium and Brain Health: Could a Deficiency Raise Alzheimer’s Risk? www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/lit... via @peoplespharmacy #Lithium #brain #brainhealth #cognitivehealth #Alzheimers #health #healthrisk
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Lithium and Brain Health: Could a Deficiency Raise Alzheimer’s Risk?
Here's a fascinating question: could lithium deficiency contribute to cognitive impairment? Is there a link between lithium and brain health?
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
Is It Possible to Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease with Viagra (Sildenafil)? www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/is-... via @peoplespharmacy #Alzheimers #Viagra #health #cognitivehealth
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Is It Possible to Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease with Viagra (Sildenafil)?
Drug companies have left patients disappointed in their quest to prevent Alzheimer's disease. A new study suggests Viagra might work.
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
What does your gut have to do w/ inflammation, immunity—even how you feel every day? A lot, according to gastroenterologist Dr. Will Bulsiewicz. On the podcast, we talked about the gut microbiome, the gut barrier, & the food choices that may help support both: www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/sho...
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Can You Control Cholesterol Naturally? www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/can... via @peoplespharmacy #cholesterol #statins #naturalremedies #LDL #HDL #health
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Can You Control Cholesterol Naturally?
Is it possible to control cholesterol naturally without taking a statin-type medicine? Readers and listeners say yes. Here is how they do it.
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
How Can Chronic Insomniacs Stop Suffering from Sleep Deprivation? www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/chr... via @peoplespharmacy #insomnia #sleep #sleeplessness #health
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How Can Chronic Insomniacs Stop Suffering from Sleep Deprivation?
All-nighters have worse consequences for chronic insomniacs than for people who normally sleep well. Are there natural ways to get to sleep?
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Natural Approaches for Arthritis May Provide Relief Without Serious Side Effects www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/nat... via @peoplespharmacy #arthritis #jointpain #naturalremedies #tartcherries #cherries #turmeric #grapejuice #pectin #health
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Natural Approaches for Arthritis May Provide Relief Without Serious Side Effects
There are lots of natural approaches for arthritis, including tart cherries, turmeric or grape juice & pectin.
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
How Scary Is Stomach Paralysis with Ozempic and Wegovy? www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/how... via @peoplespharmacy #GLP-1 #GLP1 #Ozempic #Wegovy #stomach #stomachparalysis #ileus #health
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How Scary Is Stomach Paralysis with Ozempic and Wegovy?
Weight loss is hard. Drugs like semaglutide and tirzepatide are popular! But ileus & stomach paralysis with Ozempic and Wegovy are worrisome!
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The People's Pharmacy @peoplespharmacy.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
When Heart Biomarkers Mislead: LDL Cholesterol, HDL and CRP Under Fire www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/whe... via @peoplespharmacy #cholesterol #hearthealth #cardiovascularhealth #LDL #HDL #CRP #health
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When Heart Biomarkers Mislead: LDL Cholesterol, HDL and CRP Under Fire
Heart biomarkers mislead when good LDL, HDL and CRP numbers fail to prevent cardiovascular events. We should not ignore negative trials!
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