Category Archives: General Information

Crohn’s Disease, A Life Altering Condition

Although the disease has no cure there are some medications that can help a patient go into,or stay in remission or lessen symptoms. These medications include aminosalicylates, antibiotics steroids and TNF ( tumor necrosis factor) blockers. Continue reading

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Annual Colon Screening

Most people know that physicians recommend annual colonoscopies for adults over the age of 50. Colonoscopies allow for early detection of potential signs of colon cancer. Early detection allows patients a strong fighting chance of overcoming colon cancer if it does develop. Continue reading

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Cancer Does Not Discriminate

Whenever you see or feel something that doesn’t feel or look right, go to your doctor immediately. It doesn’t matter if it turns out to be nothing because time is of the essence when diagnosing cancer. In a perfect world we would never have to worry about such a horrible disease taking the lives of the ones we love but we don’t live in a perfect world. Cancer knows no face and doesn’t single out people who are less fortunate. We love our families and owe it to them to stay healthy so they may enjoy us for many years to come. Continue reading

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Doctors Recommend Frequent Senior Health Checks

When you see the doctor and he gives you a prescription, tell him you will be going to TotalDrugmart.com for your medication or prescription order. Remind him to recommend us to his patients who need low-cost, fast delivery and ease of ordering by skipping going to the drug store and staying home to order online. Continue reading

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Could You Have Hypothyroidism?

Because many of the symptoms of hypothyroidism appear to be similar to aging, and other medical conditions, the possible root cause of hypothyroidism is often overlooked. This condition occurs when the thyroid gland does not produce enough hormones; and the these hormones are responsible for almost every part of the metabolic process. Continue reading

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Unseen Damage From Obesity

To keep major arteries open and functioning properly to continue transporting oxygen and nutrients though the body, the doctor will have that person lose weight, exercise and may prescribe an anti-cholesterol medication, that can easily be purchased on a reputable, certified, online Canadian Pharmacy. Continue reading

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Fighting Inflammation With Proper Supplements

The capability for omega 3s to reduce overall bodily levels of inflammation stems from two discrete processes, one of which is the direct result of simple malnutrition. The human body requires two forms of fatty acids to create cellular structures from fat. Continue reading

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Seniors Health & Vegetables

Low in calories
Excellent source of Vitamin C, Vitamin K and lutein
Good source of folic acid, Vitamin A and Manganese
A good source of thiamine, Vitamin B-6, iron, potassium and phosphorus
Contains sulforaphane, a chemical believed to have potent anti-cancer properties Continue reading

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Medicare Part D “Threatened”

Limiting access and raising prices of much needed prescription drugs would not only threaten the success of the Medicare Part D program, but it could more importantly threaten the success of many of the elderly in their ability to maintain mental and physical health. Continue reading

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Debt Deal Will Impact Seniors

Unfortunately, a plan to lower cost-of-living increases for Social Security beneficiaries was not included in the final debt deal. As well, the first payment of $1 trillion in spending cuts does not include Social Security or Medicare. Continue reading

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