As spring turns to summer, many people experience ongoing congestion, sinus pressure, post-nasal drip, sneezing, headaches, or difficulty breathing clearly. What used to feel seasonal is becoming more chronic for many patients.
We’re seeing growing interest in understanding why sinus and airway inflammation is becoming so common, and how integrative, non-invasive approaches may help support overall wellness alongside conventional care.
Most of us associate the word “bitter” with unpleasant flavors — but in the body, bitterness is actually a biological signal for health. Long before modern nutrition science, traditional cultures valued bitter foods and herbs for digestion, appetite balance, and overall wellness. Today, science is catching up.
At the center of this connection are bitter taste receptors — powerful sensory receptors that do far more than help us taste food.
To help us get a better sense of what this means, we looked to someone who specializes in nutrition. We recently hosted an educational webinar with guest speaker, Carolyn Brown, licensed nutritionist and co-founder of Indigo Wellness Group based in Connecticut. She had some things to say about our bitter receptors that exist not only in our mouth, but throughout our entire gastrointestinal tract. They exist in the gut and intestines, the stomach, the pancreas, our lungs, the immune system and even in fat tissue.
Our pets are our family. As our family members, we want to ensure they are healthy and free from harm. One of the ways we can care for our pets is by paying attention to their overall health. How can we care for their eyes? Do regular eye checks- look for signs of redness, excessive…
It’s National COPD Month, which means bringing awareness to Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, a progressive lung disease that makes it difficult to breathe. COPD is often caused by long-term exposure to lung irritants, like smoking or pollutants. Conditions includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema. We encourage prevention, which includes refraining from smoking and protecting yourself against…
It’s breast cancer awareness month! We have learned how important prevention and early detection are when it comes to managing our health. One way to take care of yourself and navigate your health journey is by practicing early detection of breast cancer by having regular screenings. This includes: Regular mammograms. Regular mammograms can detect breast…
March is national nutrition month! We wanted to take the opportunity to discuss the connection between foods we eat and inflammation. What we eat can cause inflammation. Inflammation is a natural and necessary process that plays a crucial role in the body’s immune response to injury, infection, and tissue damage. However, inflammation can be detrimental…
It’s American Heart Month! Whether or not you celebrate Valentine’s Day, we care about your heart. Our heart is a muscle whose function can be compromised by various factors physically and mentally. Here are some tips and things to consider when it comes to taking care of your heart. Exercise- Aerobic exercise, strength training and…
Low-Dose Naltrexone has been shown to benefit patients with a wide range of conditions with chronic pain, autoimmune diseases, and central nervous system disorders. Evolving research has continued to show its use for improvement in dermatologic conditions including Hailey-Hailey disease, psoriasis, vitiligo, sclerosis, alopecia, atopic dermatitis, pruritus and more. As there is an increase in…
It was a Tuesday, on December 7, 1983. I walked into my new compounding pharmacy, Pacifica Compounding Pharmacy, to the sight of bare walls and exposed pipes. It was exciting, but I was nervous. Oh, I spent countless hours studying and received my Doctor of Pharmacy degree from USC. I had extensive experience in the…
It’s Breast Cancer Awareness month! For us, it’s a reminder to spread the word about prevention while providing support to those who have been affected by breast cancer. 1 in 8 women are diagnosed with breast cancer during their lifetime, which is a number that can be changed over time, with awareness and early detention.…
