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09/07/2026

PART TWO - SUPPLEMENTS I WOULD CONSIDER. Psyllium Husk Fiber. It is not just Grandma's bowel regimen. Psyllium husk is by far one of the most underated supplements that most adults and some children could benefit from. It firms up loose stool and softens hard stool assuming you drink water through out the day. The added benefit is stabilizing carbohydrate absorption and reducing blood sugar spikes. It also helps with cholesterol. Start low and go slow. Everyone's dose is different and taking too much too quickly with cause cramps, bloating, and gas. DO NOT TAKE IT WITH MEDICATIONS. You always want to take it by itself in the middle of day well disolved in water. Start with a teaspoon every day in a glass of water and only increase after several days. As with everything - talk to your P*P before starting supplements and recommended target dose.

08/22/2026

Omega 3 Fish Oil Supplements. This is one I would consider unless you eat a lot of wild-caught salmon, but as with everything talk to your doctor and do your research. Omega 3 supplements have different amounts of EPA and DHA. If you are looking to reduce inflammation and improve cardiovascular health, you want more EPA and less DHA. If you are looking for brain, eye, and cognitive health you want more DHA. All supplements have both - its just a matter of which one is in higher amounts (higher ratio). As with everything, you get what you pay for! Cheap Fish Oil requires you to take more capsules and likely has contaminants like more mercury etc. You want a good quality concentrated fish oil made from cold water/deep water fish -anchovies, sardines, mackerel, or wild caught salmon. Good quality concentrated Omega 3 supplements generally have you take 2 daily with a large meal. This is fat/oil so it will absorb better with food. Generally well tolerated except for occassional "fish burps" WARNING - Omega 3 supplements thin your blood - DO NOT TAKE without talking to your doctor especially if you are on aspirin therapy or any blood thinners.

08/18/2026

Supplements - what about Supplements? I am starting a series of posts about supplements. The first thing I have to say is that everyone is skeptical of big pharma but what about the supplement industry? It is a muti-billion dollar industry and has no regularion. There are several supplements that I do recommend depending on the situation. Keep in mind that there is a supplement out there recommended on the internet for everything. In general - make sure the supplement is made in the USA and make sure it is third party tested - then do your research. A great place to start is the National Institute of Health Office of Dietary Supplements. https://ods.od.nih.gov/

06/13/2026

What is with all the adds for gambling apps, free plays on slots, and sports betting? I will tell you what - its all about getting you to try it and getting a certain percentage of the population addicted to it! People do not always realize gambling is addictive. Playing these games may have a much bigger long term cost! Think about it!

06/06/2026

June is Men's Health Month! Encourage men in you life to get their check up! A lot of men do not regularly go to the doctor. High Blood Pressure, High Cholesterol, and Diabetes often go undiagnosed for years when a lot of the damage is already done. Colon Cancer Screening is now recommended at age 45 for everyone. Prostate Cancer Screening is still recommended for men over 50. Smokers and some former smokers are elidgible for Lung Cancer Screening. There is a lot to look at every year so get your Annual Wellness Exams.

01/19/2026

Happy New Year from Snow Family Medicine! New Year New You! Focus on yourself and make small changes one at a time so you can keep them going. Too many people make resolutions they can not maintain. Start small, keep it going, and build from there!

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