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Managing Diabetes Effectively

Did you know that there's an estimate of 100 million people in the United States who are living with Diabetes or are pre-diabetics? That's an alarming number, isn't it? The sound of the word 'diabetes' is very familiar. However most of us, unless we have had to deal with this awful disease ourselves or watch…

January 10, 2019

Thyroid 101

You, most likely, have heard the term 'Thyroid Testing', or the phrase:"You should get your thyroid checked" in the past few years. Whether it was said to you or to someone else, it is actually pretty sound advice in certain cases. Approximately, 23 million Americans suffer from thyroid-related disorders! And, it is highly important that…

January 9, 2019

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Feed Your Skin

Obtaining and maintaining beautiful, healthy skin is something that never goes out of style. However, the focus seems to highlight what you put on your body and forgets that what you put into your body is just as important. Skin is nourished from the inside out. If there is a chronic problem such as acne,…

July 16, 2018

Welltopia Day!

Welltopia Day It has been almost a year since we opened our doors at Welltopia Pharmacy. Welltopia started out as an idea to go back to the origins of pharmacy by creating compounded medications, while delivering world-class service, and providing the best pharmaceutical-grade medications and supplements -- all in a beautiful comfortable atmosphere. The…

June 10, 2018

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Wonders of MgT

We, often, think of the brain as this separate entity from the body. When we picture the brain, we picture it as the master of all other organs, and the maestro of body functions. But do we reflect the same importance on the role of other parts of the body when it comes to brain…

June 4, 2018

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Medication Adherence Simplified

Are you tired of having to go through bottles and bags in your medicine cabinet to take your daily prescriptions? When you pick up your prescriptions from your pharmacy, do you often feel that you are just another medication label, patient file, or insurance number? Do you feel that your pharmacist, truly, knows your…

June 2, 2018

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Outdoor Season is Here

With Summer upon us, Mother Nature sends a warm invitation for everyone to experience the outdoors. There is a variety of activities to choose from that will allow you to soak in the beauty of the season, keep your body going and moving, and just help you unplug and enjoy this magnificent planet of…

May 26, 2018

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Supplements Found in Food

Vegans who are just starting out can be overwhelmed with trying to maintain a healthy body – including a healthy gut – solely from a plant-based diet. However, with proper guidance and nutrition, it is possible to stay just as healthy as those who are not following plant-based diets. Alternatively, merely being a vegan does…

March 16, 2018

Drug Robbers

At Welltopia, we divide the pharmacy into zones. The green zone is filled with natural herbs and professional supplements, the white zone is where personalized medications are compounded, and the grey zone contains commercially available drugs. Let’s focus on the grey zone with its drug robbers, which are drugs that deplete our bodies from natural…

March 16, 2018

How Healthy Are Sugar Alternatives?

These days we have a greater access to information, which means we are becoming ever more health conscious. It also seems that there are certain buzz words doing the rounds such as ‘refined sugar-free.’ Increasing numbers of products are now using unprocessed options instead, but what does it mean? Is it really healthy or are…

March 16, 2018

Why You Need Zinc

Zinc becomes more crucial in our bodies as we age. Supplementing with this mineral plays a vital role in arresting inflammation that is linked to many health complications, including issues such as diabetes and autoimmune disorders. Zinc also plays a role in inhibiting cancer development and in maintaining the immune system. Immune system cells are…

March 16, 2018

5 Nutrient Deficiency Signs

With all of the emphasis on clean and healthy living these days, it is easy to think that nutrient deficiencies are a thing of the past. Especially with all of the information available about which nutrients and how much our bodies need to function at their best. However, this is not the case. Here are five…

March 16, 2018

Skin Care Benefits of Vitamin C

You probably love Vitamin C for its antioxidant power. As the first thing you grab to prevent or recover from a cold or an upper respiratory infection, Vitamin C is an essential supplement to have on hand. However, did you know that this vitamin can also contribute to healthy skin? L-ascorbic acid, otherwise known as Vitamin…

March 16, 2018

Power up your day with these vitamins and supplements

All through the week, you go to work, take your kids to school, exercise and a weekend packed with social activities lined up; you need a lot of energy to handle all these activities. Even after eating healthy most of the time, you definitely would love to know how you would get more energy to…

March 16, 2018

Factors that affect vitamin supplement absorption and how to manage them

You have probably made an effort to get plenty of essential vitamin and supplements in your diet. However, not all of them may be adequately absorbed into the body. Here are some of the factors that affect the absorption of nutrients into the body. Smoking and alcohol You are probably aware of the effects of…

March 16, 2018

Welltopia Customizes Its Services for You

Welltopia Pharmacy in Thiensville offers its customers a level of customized pharmaceutical service that may seem out of the norm in many cities across the United States. When you visit the pharmacy, you feel like you should be visiting a location in Europe as opposed to something that’s in the middle of a small town…

March 16, 2018

How much do you know about your medication?

Millions of people in this country depend on prescription medications to control medical conditions and help them to have happier lives. Many, however, do not know much about the medications they are taking or how they work within the body. Educate yourself about medications you take It is important to understand how your medication works…

March 16, 2018

Why You Should Start Taking Vitamin D

Vitamin D, important to our overall health, is a hormone produced by our bodies as well as a nutrient that we eat. Within our bodies, it is generated through the absorption of sunlight. As a nutrient, it is found, usually in low amounts, in food sources and is also available as a supplement. The best…

March 16, 2018

How to Find a Quality Health Coach

For those individuals trying to lose weight or generally be healthier, there’s good and bad news for you. The good news is that currently, there’s an influx of knowledge and guidelines on how to achieve your goals. However, the bad news is that sometimes the pieces of information that come your way may be wrong,…

March 16, 2018

Top Three Vitamins for the Fast-Paced!

In a money-driven world, we often neglect our own bodies in the pursuit of happiness. Without the proper nutrition, our bodies won’t run at peak level. Certain vitamins and supplements can be necessary, however, even if we eat right and exercise. Everyone is different, but in order to maintain focus and energy throughout a busy…

March 16, 2018