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Healthy Holiday Appetizers Your Guests Will Love (Easy & Nutritious)
Holiday gatherings are a time for connection, celebration, and delicious food. But appetizers often get overlooked when it comes to nutrition. With a few thoughtful choices, you can serve healthy holiday appetizers that support digestion, provide steady energy, and taste amazing—without sacrificing festive flavor. These two simple, crowd-pleasing recipes are packed with nutrients, easy to prepare, and perfect for stress-free holiday hosting. Smoked Salmon Cucumber...
Post on Mon, Dec 22, 2025 by Paula Gallagher
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Is Your Brain Missing Key Nutrients? Personalized Brain Nutrient Testing for Mental Health Support
When we think about mental health, we often focus on stress, sleep, therapy, or medication. But one important piece is often overlooked: brain biochemistry. Just like the rest of your body, your brain relies on specific nutrients and chemical balance to function...
Post on Fri, Dec 19, 2025 by Paula Gallagher
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Traveling and Gut Health: How to Keep Your Digestive System Happy on the Road
Travel is exciting, enriching, and often long overdue, but for your digestive system, it can be a challenge. Changes in routine, time zones, food choices, water quality, stress, and sleep can all disrupt gut health. Whether you experience bloating, constipation, diarrhea, or...
Post on Wed, Dec 17, 2025 by Paula Gallagher
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Natural Relief for PMS: How Vitamin B6, Magnesium, and Chaste Berry Support Hormone Balance
Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) affects more than just the days before your period. Many women experience symptoms like bloating, mood swings, breast tenderness, food cravings, low energy, and disrupted sleep. These are often tied to hormonal fluctuations—especially estrogen, progesterone, and serotonin.
Post on Mon, Dec 15, 2025 by Paula Gallagher
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Immune-Supporting Citrus and Ginger Wellness Shots: A Potent DIY Boost for Cold and Flu Season
As cold and flu season sets in, many people search for quick, natural ways to support their immune system. While store-bought wellness shots are convenient, they’re often expensive and can include added sugars or unnecessary fillers. The good news? You...
Post on Wed, Dec 10, 2025 by Paula Gallagher
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Compounded Medications vs. Commercial Drugs: When to Choose a Personalized Approach
Not every medication works the same way for every person. Two patients can take the exact same drug, in the exact same dosage, and have very different results. This is where compounding—the art and science of creating customized medications—plays a powerful role.
Post on Mon, Dec 08, 2025 by Paula Gallagher
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The Estrobolome: How Gut Bacteria Influence Estrogen Balance
When most people think about estrogen, they immediately think about the ovaries. But there’s another powerful system that plays a major role in hormone balance—your gut. Inside your microbiome lives a unique community of bacteria called the estrobolome, and it...
Post on Wed, Dec 03, 2025 by Paula Gallagher
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Creatine for Brain Health: Boost Memory, Mood & Mental Energy
When you hear "creatine," you might think of gym sessions and muscle gains—but this well-researched compound does far more than power physical performance. New research reveals creatine also plays a crucial role in brain energy, memory, mood, and overall cognitive function. Whether...
Post on Mon, Dec 01, 2025 by Paula Gallagher
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Magnesium vs. Melatonin: Which Sleep Aid Is Right for You?
If you struggle with falling—or staying—asleep, you’ve likely seen magnesium and melatonin recommended as natural sleep aids. While both are popular, they work in very different ways. Understanding how each supports sleep can help you choose the right supplement for your needs....
Post on Fri, Nov 28, 2025 by Paula Gallagher
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Healthy Tuscan Bean Soup Recipe: A Comforting, Plant-Based Winter Favorite
When the weather turns cold, there's nothing cozier than a simmering pot of soup. This Healthy Tuscan Bean Soup is my go-to on chilly days—hearty, nutrient-packed, and incredibly comforting. It’s rich in plant-based protein, fiber, and immune-supportive ingredients, making it the perfect...
Post on Wed, Nov 26, 2025 by Paula Gallagher
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Prostate Maintain 320 mg Saw Palmetto
I have been a long time customer, going back to when it was The Apothecary. The store has always had a wide selection of high quality supplements. Brian, who is the manager, always waits on me and is highly knowledgeable of all the ingredients and how they help the body. If he doesn't know something he doesn't make it up on the fly but takes the time to look it up so the customer gets the right information. He saves me countless time by finding everything on my long list of supplements every time I come in. You don't get service like this anymore. Even though I fight the traffic coming in from Virginia, it is well worth the drive.
I’ve used this floss forever. It is effective and earth friendly.
I just received my order of Adreset in time to travel for the holidays. Thanks for the fast delivery!
Not sure still trying
Orange Blossom Honey Hand Soap
, I am behind the seconds, the is why I have not taken the time to give a report. I had been anApothecary customer for many years, that shows my appreciation of everything, the attention and he quality of thee products.
ProEFA-3⋅6⋅9
GABA MAX is great. I’ve been using it as needed for over 12 years for moderate anxiety or to relax in the evening after a busy day. It’s way better than alcohol for me!
TheraZinc is perfect for my needs. It is a zinc spray I can use for sore throat as well as for strengthening my immune system.
I can't tolerate products containing sugar & TheraZinc is the only such product that is sugar free.
I like the small travel size too!
Been using it for years. My stand-by gut magic.
Very useful
I take Nutrafol supplement and I'm satisfied.
The only thing that has helped my husband with his allergies in AZ and we have trained MANY tinctures, supplements, etc.

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