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Dear Pharmacist, I have fibromyalgia, uterine fibroids, fibrocystic breasts and endometriosis. I fired my old doctor, because I wasn’t getting any better. My new doctor prescribed bio-identical hormones, iodine tablets, and a strong multi-vitamin. I’m eating ground flax seeds thanks to your recent column. Am I missing something? I’m still uncomfortable. --E.W. Sacramento,...

Concerned about the chemicals in deodorants? Do you have sensitive skin? Fragrances bother you? You may want to try natural deodorants and avoid the harsh ingredients that are included in most commercial anti-perspirants. Botanic Choice offers 3 varieties of Deodorant made from natural mineral salts, which are safe and appropriate for use by both men and women. The 100% pure and natural...

Dear Pharmacist, After recent blood tests, I have been diagnosed with Lyme disease, fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome. Can you suggest supplements to help me get a life? A.D. Cape Cod, Massachusetts Dear A.D., Lyme disease -an infection transmitted by ticks- can cause headaches, severe muscle and joint pain, dizziness, heart palpitations,...

Last week I went to lunch with an old friend. He seemed out of sorts and said he feels weak lately. In fact, a few weeks ago, he passed out for reasons yet to be determined. As the server put his iced tea down on the table, he grabbed the Splenda. Splenda is an artificial sweetener. I asked him why he was using it and he said he wants to lose some weight. He seemed really nervous about his...

The guys here at the office like to tease me about my eating habits. I'm more likely to bring quinoa and brussels sprouts to work than turkey or chips; more likely to be pressing tofu for grilling at dinnertime than pressing my mouth against a piece of pizza. And that's okay. After years of eating blindly, people like Mark Bittman, Dr. David Kessler, Kathy Freston and Matt Goulding have...

The on-slaught of drug commercials, media frenzies and the like, promoting the state of ill...