Closed for Thanksgiving

 

Live and Learn Compounding Pharmacy will be

CLOSED:

Wednesday, November 23 

through

Sunday, November 27

WE will reopen on Monday, November 28 with regular hours:

Monday - Thursday

9am - 6pm

Have a safe and happy holiday!

 

To ensure the safety of our employees and patients

Live & Learn Compounding Pharmacy will be 

CLOSED ON THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 10.

We will re-open regular hours at 9am on Monday, November 14

Thank you for your understanding. 

We will be CLOSED ON THURSDAY

 

We hope your families and homes are safe and free from harm.

Continued close monitoring of Hurricane Ian has led to the conclusion that to ensure the safety of our patients and employees, 

Live & Learn Compounding Pharmacy will remain 

CLOSED ON THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 29.

We will re-open regular hours at 9am on Monday, October 3

Thank you for your understanding. 

Weather Closings

 

Out of an abundance of concern for the safety of our patients and employees, Live and Learn Compounding Pharmacy will be observing the following hours:

Tuesday, September 27 : Open 9am - 4pm

Wednesday, September 28: CLOSED

Thursday, September 29: We are hopeful that we will be able to operate our regular hours, but please check this website or Facebook page for updates.

Please note: as you may expect, the phones  may be unreliable as a source of information if the power or internet goes out. Please check our Facebook page and website for current information on operating hours.

Healthy Aging Myth #3

 

Myth #3 : Older adults should take it easy and avoid exercise so they don’t get injured.

Reality: As you age, you may think exercise could do more harm than good, especially if you have a chronic condition. However, studies show that you have a lot more to gain by being active — and a lot to lose by sitting too much. Often, inactivity is more to blame than age when older people lose the ability to do things on their own.

Almost anyone, at any age and with most health conditions, can participate in some type of physical activity. In fact, physical activity may help manage some chronic conditions like heart disease, diabetes, and high blood pressure. For most older adults, physical activities like brisk walking, riding a bike, swimming, weightlifting, and gardening are safe, especially if you build up slowly. You should talk with your doctor about how your health condition might affect your ability to be active.

 Exercise and physical activity are not only great for your mental and physical health, but can help keep you independent as you age. Tai Chi and similar mind and body movement practices have been shown to improve balance and stability in older adults and this can help maintain independence and prevent future falls.

Healthy Aging Myth #2

 

Myth #2: Arthritis is inevitable as we get older.

 

Reality: Time can take a toll on your joints. But according to the National Institutes of Health, only half of all people over the age of 65 suffer from the most common form of arthritis, osteoarthritis. And studies show that which joints are affected and the severity of the disease may be more closely linked to risk factors other than aging-related wear and tear, including obesity, genetics and previous joint injuries.

Take control: To reduce your risk of osteoarthritis, Dr. Carl Lambert of Rush University recommends taking steps — literally.

"Regular, moderate physical activity strengthens the muscles around your joints, helping to prevent damage to your cartilage," he says. "Exercise also helps you keep off the extra pounds that can put extra stress on your joints."

Just make sure to mix it up: Repetitive stress on joints for long periods of time can cause the wear and tear that may eventually lead to osteoarthritis. So if you lift weights one day, go for a long walk or ride your bike the next.

If you already have arthritis, Lambert suggests trying aquatic (water) exercises. "They'll give you a great workout that's easy on the joints.”

Healthy Aging Myth #1

 

Myth #1: My genes determine my health.

Reality: It’s not unusual to assume that your life span and health will mirror that of your parents, but  we know so much more than we used to about aging and staying healthy later in life. Good genetics are only part of the equation.

Dr. Roger Landry, author of Live Long, Die Short, says 70% of the physical differences and 50% of the intellectual differences between older adults who are healthier in later years and those who aren’t boil down to lifestyle choices.

Eating right, getting plenty of sleep, not smoking, limiting alcohol consumption and getting regular exercise all play a bigger role in your overall health and longevity than genetics. 

Older adults who are engaged in meaningful activity and feel a sense of purpose in life tend to have lower rates of mortality and better health. Volunteering late in life is associated with reduced risk of hypertension, enhanced cognition, delayed physical disabilities and lower mortality rates.

September is Healthy Aging Month!

 

Healthy aging is a hot topic. By 2060, almost a quarter of the U.S. population will be age 65 or older.  Whether you're concerned about weight gain, sex drive or chronic diseases, the key to healthy aging is a healthy lifestyle. Eating a variety of nutritious foods, practicing portion control and including physical activity in your daily routine can go a long way toward promoting healthy aging.

A study by Yale University Professor of Public Health and Psychology Becca Levy, Ph.D., found that believing in myths about aging — useless, helpless, loss of value — can in fact have a negative impact on your longevity. But replacing those negative age stereotypes with positive perceptions about aging — wisdom, self-realization, satisfaction and vitality — resulted in a nearly eight-year increase in average lifespan. So looking at the myths and realities of aging to change how you see growing older can greatly impact your overall health and wellness.

This month we will look at some of the more common myths about aging, and what you can do to avoid becoming a stereotype.

We will also look at what DOESN’T work! If an interest in healthy aging leads you to consider anti-aging therapies — such as restrictive diets, supplements or expensive treatments claiming to postpone or even reverse the aging process — be cautious. There's no quick fix when it comes to healthy aging. Know what you're buying, and know how to spot suspicious schemes. Often, anti-aging therapies don't live up to the claims.

Closed on Monday, September 5

 

Closed on Memorial Day

 

Our humble thank you to the service men and women 

who made the ultimate sacrifice.

We will be closed on Monday, May 30

Special hours on Thursday, April 28 !

 

Live & Learn Compounding pharmacy will be closing  at 1pm on Thursday, April 28.

We will reopen with regular  hours on Monday, May 2nd

Thank you for your business and understanding

Phone lines are down!

 

Internet phone lines are down-- almost everywhere!   The phone people are working on it as quickly as they can, but in the meantime, if you are calling in a refill or have a question, please send us an email at: 

liveandlearnsupplements@gmail.com

We will get your email when we reopen on Monday!  Thank you!

Spring Forward!

 

Yep, it's that time of year .... again. Daylight Savings Time begins on Sunday, March 13. 

Regardless of how you feel about the practice, moving the clock forward one hour in the spring and back one hour in the fall doesn’t just affect your schedule — it can throw off your body’s internal clock, too.

That hour of sleep that’s lost or gained can leave you feeling groggy and irritable. It can also be dangerous. Studies have found that both heart attacks and fatal car accidents increase after the spring shift to Daylight Saving Time.

“In a nation that is already sleep deprived, losing an extra hour can make a huge impact,” says sleep specialist Harneet Walia, MD.

Adjusting to the time change is different for everyone. Some people adjust in a few days; for others, it takes more time. For your health and safety, Dr. Walia offers these tips for dealing with the time change:

1. Start preparing a few days early. About a week before “springing forward,” Dr. Walia recommends that you start going to bed 15 to 30 minutes earlier than your usual bedtime. Your body needs that bit of extra time to make up for the lost hour.
2. Stick to your schedule. Be consistent with eating, social, bed and exercise times during the transition to Daylight Saving Time. Exposing yourself to the bright light in the morning will also help you adjust, Dr. Walia says.
3. Don’t take long naps. Shutting your eyes mid-day is tempting, especially if you’re feeling sluggish. But avoiding naps is key for adjusting to the time change, as long daytime naps could make it harder for you to get a full night’s sleep. “If you have to take them, take them early and for no longer than 20 minutes,” Dr. Walia says.
4. Avoid coffee and alcohol. Put down coffee and caffeinated beverages four to six hours before bedtime.Alcohol also prohibits you from getting quality sleep, so avoid it late at night.

 A lot of folks ask us about natural supplements to help with the transition. Our favorite is BestRest by Pure Encapsulations. A combination of herbal and natural products including GABA, valerian, l-theanine, and yes- melatonin, that have been recognized as helping with sleep. Order direct from our wholesaler throught the “supplements” tab on our website  www. Liveandlearnpharmacy.com

Read more about healthy sleep habits at the Cleveland Clinic 

February is Children Dental Health Month

 

Are you prepared for a dental emergency? 

I thought I was... then I got a call from my son's daycare asking if my son had his 2 front teeth when he left for school that morning. Yes, he did and, um,  no, he was not due to lose any, but that's how it goes with kids!   

Thousands of dental emergencies—from injuries to a painful, abscessed tooth—take place every day. Would you know what to do if your child broke a tooth or had a tooth knocked out while playing outdoors? What if you had a bad toothache in the middle of the night and couldn’t get to the dentist until the next day? Knowing what to do can lessen the pain and save a tooth that might otherwise be lost.

Keep your dental office phone number and an emergency number where the dentist can be reached after hours with other emergency numbers, such as your family doctor, and fire and police departments. Some families post these numbers on the refrigerator or inside a kitchen cabinet door near the phone. Call the dentist immediately for instructions on how to handle a dental emergency.

Toothache: Rinse the mouth with warm water to clean it out. Gently use dental floss or an interdental cleaner to remove any food or other debris that may be caught between the teeth. Never put aspirin or any other painkiller against the gums near the aching tooth. This could burn gum tissue. If the toothache persists, try to see the dentist. Don’t rely on painkillers. They may temporarily relieve pain but your dentist should evaluate the condition.

Knocked-out (avulsed) tooth: Try to find the tooth! This may not be as easy as you think if the injury took place on a playground, basketball court or while skateboarding, so try to stay calm. Hold the tooth by the crown and rinse the root in water if the tooth is dirty. Don’t scrub it or remove any attached tissue fragments. If it’s possible, gently insert and hold the tooth in its socket while you head to the dentist. If that’s not possible, put the tooth in a cup of milk and bring it to the dentist. Time is critical for successful reimplantation, so try to get to your dentist immediately.

Broken tooth: Rinse your mouth with warm water to clean the area. Use cold compresses on the outside of the cheek to help reduce the swelling.

Tongue or lip bites or wounds: Clean the area gently with a clean cloth and apply cold compresses to reduce any swelling. If the bleeding can’t be controlled, go to a hospital emergency room or clinic. You may able to reduce bleeding from the tongue by pulling it forward and using gauze to put pressure on the wound.

Objects caught between teeth: Try to gently remove the object with dental floss. Never use a sharp instrument to remove any object that is stuck between your teeth. If you can’t dislodge the object with floss, contact your dentist.

Possible broken jaw: Apply cold compresses to control swelling. Get to the hospital emergency room immediately.