You know that purple pill that you take to beat heartburn? Did you know that taking it for too long can cause a variety of health issues, including a higher risk of fracture, bone loss, low magnesium, pneumonia, and various infections of the GI tract and bowels? The purple pill belongs to a select class of drugs that are available both over the counter and through a prescription, but patients are rarely counseled about the long-term toll that these medications can take on their overall health. In extreme cases, surgery may also be an option, but surgery can have its own array of complications and risks—including not working at all. With careful diet and lifestyle changes, supplements, and other targeted treatments, it may be possible to wean yourself off of these medications and find real, long-lasting relief. It’s all about finding and treating the underlying cause. Read more…
Advances in medical treatments for weight management and hormonal imbalances have led to significant interest in drugs like semaglutide and approaches like bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT). While each treatment […]
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