July 2023 Archive — ClearSkyPharmacy.Biz

July 2023 brought a handy mix of posts about supplements, drug history, and an eye-opening take on diabetes-related bone care. If you read one thing from this month, make it something that gives a practical tip you can use this week.

Calcitonin and diabetic bone disease: we looked at how calcitonin — a hormone from the thyroid — might help keep bones stronger in people with diabetes. Early research shows it can lower bone resorption and support bone density, but studies are small and more testing is needed. If bone health is a concern, the post explains when calcitonin is worth discussing with your provider and what risks to watch for.

Natural supplements featured heavily. Hyacinth bean supplements earned a post for their nutrient profile and possible perks for immunity, heart health, and mood. Spinach supplements were called “green gold” for packed vitamins and minerals that are easy to add when you can’t eat enough leafy greens. Pumpkin supplements got attention for vision, heart support, and helping with weight goals. Each piece lists realistic ways to add these supplements and notes on dosing and safety.

We also covered Sweet Annie — a lesser-known herb that some people use as a daily supplement. The guide explains origins, likely benefits, straightforward ways to try it, and possible side effects to watch for. It’s a clear, no-nonsense look so you can decide whether it fits your routine.

On the clinical side, the archive includes a concise history of flibanserin — often called female Viagra. The post walks through its repurposing from an antidepressant to an FDA-approved treatment in 2015 for low sexual desire in premenopausal women, and it outlines the approval hurdles and safety debates that followed.

July also asked a practical question: does alcohol affect diverticulitis? The short answer is that alcohol can raise risk by worsening dehydration and constipation — both triggers for diverticulitis flares. The article gives simple steps to lower that risk, like moderating alcohol and improving hydration and fiber intake.

Quick takeaways

If you want immediate action: review supplement labels for active ingredients, check interactions (especially vitamin K and blood thinners), cut back on alcohol if you have gut issues, and bring up calcitonin or flibanserin only after a focused chat with your clinician.

How to pick safe supplements fast: look for third‑party testing (USP, NSF, or ConsumerLab) on the label, check the full ingredient list for fillers or added sugars, verify the active dose matches what clinical studies used, avoid products that promise miracle cures, and favor brands that list a manufacturer and batch number. If you take prescription meds, run any new supplement by your pharmacist — they can flag interactions and adjust timing so things don’t clash. Keep receipts and note any side effects.

Where to go next

Click each post title to read full details, studies, and practical tips. Use the information to ask better questions at your next appointment — and yes, keep a list of meds and supplements so your provider can give smarter advice.