Pharmacist Ben Fuchs

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Pharmacist Ben blogs posts, radio show, news and products to benefit your quality of life. We dig deep into the topics of health, nutrition, supplements.

  • In Your Genes? So What!In Your Genes? So What!
    The science of epigenetics is really what The Bright Side is all about, because it gives our choices an element of importance, it gives us an element of control, and that is good news! The science of epigenetics is our key to health and vitality, because unlike the science of genetics which relegates our role in our health to an “afterthought”, because after all: “it’s in our genes”, epigenetics ..
  • The Bright Side Mission Pt. 3The Bright Side Mission Pt. 3
    The medical model does nothing but confuse and obfuscate, and makes people give up on taking care of themselves because it all just seems too complex. The Bright Side boils down problems to the two conditions above at the cell level. Heal the cells, which are always breaking down and building up new ones, and you’re going to be healthier.

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    • This brain discovery is forcing scientists to rethink how memory works
      on February 3, 2026 at 7:17 am

      A new brain imaging study reveals that remembering facts and recalling life events activate nearly identical brain networks. Researchers expected clear differences but instead found strong overlap across memory types. The finding challenges decades of memory research. It may also help scientists better understand conditions like Alzheimer’s and dementia.

    • Scientists discover protein that could heal leaky gut and ease depression
      on February 2, 2026 at 4:37 pm

      Chronic stress can damage the gut’s protective lining, triggering inflammation that may worsen depression. New research shows that stress lowers levels of a protein called Reelin, which plays a key role in both gut repair and brain health. Remarkably, a single injection restored Reelin levels and produced antidepressant-like effects in preclinical models. […]

    • Scientists Warn: This “miracle cure” works only by damaging human cells
      on February 2, 2026 at 3:52 pm

      MMS has long been promoted as a miracle cure, but new research shows it’s essentially a toxic disinfectant. While it can kill bacteria, it only works at levels that also damage human cells and beneficial gut microbes. Scientists warn that homemade MMS mixtures are especially dangerous due to wildly inconsistent dosing. The study calls MMS a clear case […]

    • Tragic Passing of Dr. Cletus Iwuagwu: A Look at His Life, Death, and the Holistic Traditions of His Igbo Heritage
      by Erin Elizabeth on January 7, 2026 at 1:04 am

      On Christmas Day 2025, the body of Dr. Cletus Iwuagwu, a 71-year-old Nigerian-born geriatrician and professor, was discovered in a pond near his home in Springfield Township, Ohio. The Lucas County Coroner’s Office performed an autopsy the following day, ruling his cause of death as drowning. Further investigations are ongoing. Dr. Iwuagwu had been […]

    • Dark Chocolate May Lower Diabetes Risk, While Milk Chocolate Adds Pounds
      by Erin Elizabeth on February 15, 2025 at 7:24 pm

      Story at-a-glance Type 2 diabetes is a chronic metabolic disorder characterized by high blood sugar levels due to the body’s ineffective use of insulin. This condition occurs when cells become resistant to insulin or when your pancreas fails to produce enough insulin to maintain normal glucose levels. If left untreated, Type 2 diabetes leads to The post […]

    • Sleep Deprivation — A Hidden Threat to Public Health
      by Erin Elizabeth on January 24, 2025 at 7:07 pm

      Story at-a-glance Influenza, commonly known as the flu, is a contagious respiratory illness characterized by symptoms such as fever, cough, sore throat, muscle aches and fatigue. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that influenza leads to between 9.3 and 41 million cases annually in the United States alone.1 This viral […]

    • Vitamin A Part 2Vitamin A Part 2
      Worldwide, Vitamin A deficiency (VAD) is considered a serious problem by the World Health organization. Because of its growth stimulating properties, children are especially susceptible to the negative health impacts of VAD. According to the World Health Organization, deficiencies in Vitamin A affect nearly 250 million preschoolers; it’s the leading cause of ..
    • Anti-hypertensive DrugsAnti-hypertensive Drugs
      Perhaps we should be thinking about and addressing the causes of pressure building stagnation and stenosis, i.e; stress and digestive system sludge. One of the most important reasons for the stagnation of circulatory fluids that cause high blood pressure in the first place involves the lymphatic vessels, the body’s waste disposal system.

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    • Chocolate Mint Foaming Salt Scrub Recipe
      by Rebecca Dillon on June 30, 2025 at 1:19 pm

      This homemade Chocolate Mint Foaming Salt Scrub recipe is the perfect recipe for any skin type and it does not leave your skin feeling greasy. Scented in a to-die-for blend of chocolate and mint, this chocolate mint foaming salt scrub effectively balances your love of scrubs with a formula that actually works for your skin type,... Chocolate Mint Foaming […]

    • 12 Natural Remedies for Psoriasis You Must Try!
      by Bett on June 27, 2025 at 6:40 am

      Looking for natural remedies for Psoriasis? You have come to the right place. My husband has suffered from psoriasis for years. He has had creams from the dermatologist and nothing really worked – it just flared up again. :/ Turning to natural remedies here are some that he tried and liked/worked for him. 12 Natural... 12 Natural Remedies for Psoriasis […]

    • What are Dunkin Donuts Drink Sizes? Here’s the 411 on the shots!
      by Bett on June 14, 2024 at 7:03 am

      With so many different fast food stores, drink sizes can get hella confusing. Luckily, Dunkin drink sizes are kept fairly straightforward.  I have to say I like this approach. Yes, I’ve got used to Starbucks drink sizes but honestly, when I first started going to Starbucks I found the whole thing pretty confusing. If you:... What are Dunkin Donuts Drink […]