Monthly Archives: February 2017
#WiseWordsWednesday: Do medications affect nutrition?
Some medications can affect the way our nutrients are absorbed from the stomach. One class of medications known to have this effect are called proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). These medications lower stomach acid production and are commonly taken with anti-inflammatory … Continue reading
#WiseWordsWednesday: Psoriasis Tips
The cold dry weather can certainly have its impact on everyone’s skin. Those who have psoriasis need to be vigilant about moisturizing their skin on a regular basis. Here are some helpful tips: Use tepid rather than hot water when … Continue reading
Beating the Winter Blues
We know winter can be tough on a lot of people. Here are some tips on beating the winter blues courtesy of our Nurse Lead, Evelyn Gilkinson. Keep active Research has shown that a daily one-hour walk in the middle … Continue reading
#WiseWordsWednesday: It’s Time to Quit!
Quitting smoking is the most important thing a person can do to improve their health. It is well known that smoking increases the likelihood of a person getting an autoimmune disease such as rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, psoriasis, ankylosing spondylitis … Continue reading