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Anxiety
Dietary Supplement Interactions

Catherine Ulbricht Pharm.D. on August 1, 2013

Just because a product is all-natural and backed by science to be effective in some people doesn't mean that it can't interact with other herbs and supplements.

Just because a product is all-natural and backed by science to be effective in some people doesn't mean that it can't interact with other herbs and supplements.

Health
Music Therapy for Health and Wellness

Catherine Ulbricht Pharm.D. on June 21, 2013

Is music a part of your daily life? Discover some of the ways in which music may help keep stress levels down, improve sleep, and more.

Is music a part of your daily life? Discover some of the ways in which music may help keep stress levels down, improve sleep, and more.

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Sex
Natural Sex Enhancer Update

Catherine Ulbricht Pharm.D. on February 1, 2013

Valentine's Day is around the corner, and those who are anxious about sexual dysfunction may find help in alternative therapies, herbs, and supplements.

Valentine's Day is around the corner, and those who are anxious about sexual dysfunction may find help in alternative therapies, herbs, and supplements.

Smoking
Set Fire to Your Smoking Habits

Catherine Ulbricht Pharm.D. on January 21, 2013

Many Americans want to quit smoking, but not all gums, patches, and other cessation aids work for everyone. Some may want to look into cost saving complementary and alternative medical (CAM) therapies, such as yoga, acupuncture, and natural herbs and supplements to help them put down the cigarettes for good. Save your lungs and your money!

Many Americans want to quit smoking, but not all gums, patches, and other cessation aids work for everyone. Some may want to look into cost saving complementary and alternative medical (CAM) therapies, such as yoga, acupuncture, and natural herbs and supplements to help them put down the cigarettes for good. Save your lungs and your money!

Stress
Alternative Therapies for Stress and Anxiety

Catherine Ulbricht Pharm.D. on August 17, 2012

Everyone experiences stress at some point in their lives. Some feel anxious once in a while, when they have to visit the dentist or present a project at school. Others may feel tense on a daily basis, if they get stuck in rush hour traffic or have to run around to meetings all day.

Everyone experiences stress at some point in their lives. Some feel anxious once in a while, when they have to visit the dentist or present a project at school. Others may feel tense on a daily basis, if they get stuck in rush hour traffic or have to run around to meetings all day.

Stress
Natural Energy-Boosting Treatments

Catherine Ulbricht Pharm.D. on August 3, 2012

Alternative therapies may be a great way to relieve your exhaustion and help improve your well-being so that you can go about your day feeling strong and energized.

Alternative therapies may be a great way to relieve your exhaustion and help improve your well-being so that you can go about your day feeling strong and energized.

OCD
Alternative Therapies for OCD

Catherine Ulbricht Pharm.D. on May 15, 2012

Have you ever heard someone joke about having OCD? Many people don't understand how serious and debilitating the disorder can be.

Have you ever heard someone joke about having OCD? Many people don't understand how serious and debilitating the disorder can be.

Insomnia
Natural Options for Insomnia

Catherine Ulbricht Pharm.D. on April 19, 2012

Picture this: you’ve had a long day at work. You come home and climb into bed, exhausted, longing to to sleep. But the hours tick by and still your eyes are open, you’re tossing and turning. Or maybe you doze off, only to wake up tossing and turning at 3 AM. If this sounds familiar, you may have something that affects millions of people worldwide—insomnia.

Picture this: you’ve had a long day at work. You come home and climb into bed, exhausted, longing to to sleep. But the hours tick by and still your eyes are open, you’re tossing and turning. Or maybe you doze off, only to wake up tossing and turning at 3 AM. If this sounds familiar, you may have something that affects millions of people worldwide—insomnia.

Depression
Feeling SAD This Season?

Catherine Ulbricht Pharm.D. on January 10, 2012

SAD should not be confused with mild winter blues. It can be as debilitating as other forms of depression. Conventional and non-conventional therapies are available and may be helpful.

SAD should not be confused with mild winter blues. It can be as debilitating as other forms of depression. Conventional and non-conventional therapies are available and may be helpful.