Health and Fitness

Longevity and intermittent fasting, is it right for you? With health delivery in such chaos and uncertainty, we at Carter Drug Store suggest arming yourselves with the latest up to date information, which hopefully will prevent minimum problems from escalating into major problems. You and your loved ones deserve the best treatment possible to survive in these difficult … [Read more...] about 5:2, how about you? (part 2) Talking Health with Dr. Carter

High levels of bacteria are associated with water breaking prematurely in pregnant women, a new study indicates. Researchers arrived at their findings by analyzing samples of amniotic sacs (fetal membranes) from 48 women after they gave birth. The report is published in the Jan. 8 online issue of the journal PLoS One. Nearly one-third of early deliveries are associated with … [Read more...] about Premature ‘water breaking’ during pregnancy linked to bacteria

There are many quotes relating to seeds. However, this one from Genesis reflects the truth of seeds: Seeds are the genesis of life. Every healthy seed contains the spark of life. In our bodies, that “whole, fresh, and lively” vitality is translated into nutrition and energy. We eat many kinds of seeds. In reality, they are the basis of our food intake, taking the form of … [Read more...] about Seeds of life! (part 2) Nature’s nutrient powerhouse

By Lori Stahl, Grief Specialist Interfaith Older Adult Programs, Inc - Family Care Case Manager Whether you are newly bereaved, or remembering the death of a loved one during this time of the year, the following tips may be helpful to you. Whether we are ready or not, the holidays have arrived. For the past few months, the stores have already begun to flood us with … [Read more...] about Through the tinsel and the tears

Probiotics…for life Probiotics are beneficial microbes that live in our intestines. Coming from the Greek, meaning "for life," the term probiotic was likely coined as a witty response to the word antibiotic. The therapeutic use of probiotics began when the benefits of "probiotic therapy" after a course of antibiotic therapy was recognized. Many people mistakenly believe this … [Read more...] about Get healthy with probiotics (part 1)

Supplemental CoQ10 not only improves the quality of life, it also saves lives Coenzyme Q10 has been called the miracle nutrient of the 21st century. It has been shown to energize the body, strengthen the heart, revitalize the immune system, control periodontal disease, normalize blood pressure, overcome infertility, reverse the effects of aging, and more. Here is a brief … [Read more...] about Coenzyme Q10: Breakthrough with CoQ (part 5)