At the Prescription Shop, we care about your feet! There are a variety of chronic foot and leg wounds that are often caused by common, underlying conditions like diabetes and vascular disease. Experts estimate that at least a quarter of the more than 29 million people living with diabetes will develop a diabetic foot ulcer. Unfortunately, a lack of proper treatment and care of these wounds can lead to amputation or even death. Read on →

Did you know that the medications you take can cause drug-induced nutritional deficiencies? While most physicians are aware of more common side effects of the medications they prescribe, few are aware of all of the nutritional deficiencies that certain medications may cause. Many common medications may cause vitamin and mineral deficiencies. If you are taking any medication regularly, whether prescription or OTC, you may be at risk for significant nutritional deficiencies. Read on →

Insomnia is an all-too-common condition for millions of adults in the US, both young and old. However, most sleep medications contain the antihistamine diphenhydramine, which is an inappropriate ingredient for seniors due to risks of confusion, urinary retention, and dizziness. Diphenhydramine is the main ingredient in Benadryl, and is frequently added to nighttime medications such as Tylenol PM, Advil PM, and ZzzQuil. Other OTC medicines like Nyquil and Unisom contain another antihistamine called doxylamine. Read on →

Shopping with young children can be very challenging for caregivers, but there are definitely things you can do to help make the trip more fun, educational, and, most importantly, safe. Follow the tips below the next time you go shopping with little ones, and don’t forget to stop by The Prescription Shop too—we’d love to say hello! Prior to Leaving: Check how everyone is feeling. It’s better for everyone to go out when they are well-rested and fed. Read on →

Did you know that March is National Nutrition Month? This is the time of year when the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics reminds us all to get back to the basics of a healthy lifestyle through nutrition. Do you need a little help getting your family, school, workplace or community back on track? We’ve got great ideas to help you make the most of March! Have kids save food product labels and boxes when they are finished eating. Read on →

When we talk about kidney health awareness, it’s important to look at the everyday actions we can take to help reduce our risk for disease. Check out some of the ways you can better protect yourself beginning today: Watch the Salt Did you know that the recommended amount of sodium we should take in each day day is limited to about a teaspoon? Unfortunately many Americans who never even add salt to their food end up getting far more than the recommended limit due to the amount of excess sodium in processed and prepared foods. Read on →

According to the Centers for Disease Control, stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the US, as well as a major cause of adult disability. As we become increasingly aware of the risk factors and effects of heart disease, it’s important that we also acknowledge the seriousness of stroke. Here are some quick facts about strokes in the United States. Every year, about 800,000 Americans experience a stroke, and 1 of those people dies from a stroke every 4 minutes. Read on →

Oats You may have heard about beta-glucans in the news. It’s a kind of fiber that lowers your “bad” LDL cholesterol. One and a half cups of cooked oatmeal provides the amount of beta-glucan needed daily to help lower cholesterol. You can also find beta-glucans in oat bran and oat flour, barley, shiitake mushrooms, and seaweed. Monounsaturated Oils Oils, such as olive, canola, safflower and sunflower, all contain heart-healthy monounsaturated fats. Read on →

This year’s flu season has gotten off to a late start, but it’s still vital to be prepared and avoid winter illness wherever you can. Check out our seven very simple tips to help you prevent getting the flu this year. The best thing you can do to prevent the flu is get your flu shot. While it’s true that you can still contract another strain of the flu, it will most likely give you less severe symptoms if you’ve been vaccinated. Read on →

Did you know that January is weight loss awareness month? Considering that most of us resolve to lose weight each new year, it probably shouldn’t be a surprise. Yet our busy lives, work, and life with kids can all make weight loss seem impossible. This month, resolve to adopt a handful of tips to help you more easily lose excess pounds: Get better sleep. Study after study confirms that skimping on sleep can raise hormones that help expand your waistline. Read on →