Mini Med Minutes

You've probably heard of creatine. But what if I told you it's probably not being used in the population that could potentially benefit the most from it? As a long-term user of this one, I believe this to be one of the most beneficial and cost-effective supplements out there but few people talk about its use outside sports and athletics.  Today we'll be discussing its application to...

Being as busy as I am, I'm always on the hunt for ways to get more energy to accomplish more things, or just get through my day in one piece. One thing I tried was Ashwagandha. It's been in the news quite frequently in the past few years and I thought it was worth a shot as more and more studies have been emerging. Today we'll be talking about what drew me to it, what it's supp...

Have you ever been to the pharmacy and really looked at all the things you can buy? As a pharmacist, I'm a little embarrassed that the companies I've worked for in the past would bait patients into products I would wholeheartedly believe that they, themselves know don't work. Let's talk about it a little bit today. A short PSA on why you should save your money and avoid these k...

Statins are so popular, that there's a high probability you or someone in your family is taking one. Do you know why we need them though? Do we need them at all? It's been a debate over the years. Today, we explore the reasons why it's surrounded by controversy and my personal opinions on the matter as a Pharmacist.

Magnesium is an essential nutrient for the body, responsible for over 200 chemical reactions, and is necessary for individuals from Athletes to your regular senior citizen.  Getting the wrong kind of magnesium at the store is one of the biggest mistakes I've seen when choosing and it's time to shed some light on it!

Are you considering taking medications for weight loss ? Are you a diabetic who currently takes medications like Ozempic to control blood sugar? Come join me as I give my takes on Ozempic and the American Weight Loss Craze. I think it may be a surprising stance to many.

Come Join Dr. Albert Chan, as we dive into an essential and very common nutrient that 1 out of 8 Americans are lacking. We talk about why it's important, what happens when you don't have enough, and how to easily fix the problem!