June 2023: Practical Supplements & Health Tips

Here are the key posts we published in June 2023 on Pharmstore.com. Each piece focuses on a supplement or treatment and gives clear, usable advice you can try right away or discuss with your clinician.

What we covered

Sulfur: Sulfur showed up as a surprising, useful supplement. It supports skin, joints, and detox pathways. You can get sulfur from foods like eggs, onions, garlic, and cruciferous vegetables, or consider supplements such as MSM under a doctor’s guidance. Start with low doses, watch for stomach upset, and check with your provider if you take blood thinners or have chronic conditions.

Iron + Folic Acid for nerve health: Iron helps myelin formation and folate helps make neurotransmitters. If you feel numbness, fatigue, or unusual tingling, ask your doctor to test iron and folate levels. Simple steps include eating iron-rich foods (red meat, lentils, spinach) with vitamin C for better absorption, and taking folic acid if tests show a need. Don’t self-prescribe high-dose iron—excess iron can cause harm.

Antioxidants and Graves' disease: Antioxidants reduce oxidative stress and may help manage inflammation tied to autoimmune thyroid conditions. Focus on concrete foods—berries, leafy greens, nuts, and whole grains—rather than relying solely on pills. If you consider supplements like vitamin C, vitamin E, or selenium, discuss dosage with your endocrinologist, since interaction with thyroid meds matters.

Vietnamese coriander and Wild Mint: Both herbs are more than flavor. Vietnamese coriander can aid digestion and add antioxidants; wild mint soothes digestion and reduces stress. Use them fresh in salads, soups, or as herbal tea. A practical tip: steep one to two teaspoons of chopped leaves in hot water for 5–7 minutes for a mild, healthful infusion.

Allopurinol and metabolic syndrome: Allopurinol is mainly for gout and high uric acid, but research and clinical observations suggest it can reduce inflammation and improve insulin resistance in some people. If you have metabolic syndrome, ask your doctor whether managing uric acid could be part of your plan. Always review kidney function and drug interactions before starting therapy.

Quick practical tips

1) Test before you guess: blood tests for iron, folate, thyroid, and uric acid tell you what you actually need. 2) Food first: get nutrients from whole foods when possible and use supplements to fill gaps. 3) Start low, watch reactions: begin with low supplement doses and track changes for a week or two. 4) Talk to a pro: always mention any new supplement to your doctor or pharmacist, especially if you take prescription meds.

If you want links to any of these posts or a quick checklist for discussing these topics with your clinician, say the word and I’ll pull them together.