Ben Fuchs

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Pharmacist Ben Fuchs discussed natural health remedies and the vitamins, nutrients, and minerals that our bodies need to maintain good health. Speaking of "terrain medicine," he described it as the idea of taking care of the body and making it strong so opportunistic infections cannot take hold. Regarding elevated blood cholesterol, he noted that it's often found in tandem with high blood sugar, and this is demonstrated by the fact that nutrients that help lower blood sugar will also lower blood cholesterol. Supplements like selenium, niacin, and EFAs will naturally lower both blood sugar and cholesterol levels, he added.

Fuchs also addressed the study of psychoneuroimmunology which explores the relationship between the mind and body. When we're under stress, this can negatively affect the immune system, he pointed out. So keeping the body calm is essential, he said, whether it's through nutritional supplementation, the foods you eat, or mental, emotional or spiritual strategies. On the subject of Parkinson's and its associated tremors, he advised relaxation exercises for the body, particularly the face and jaw muscles, as well as taking hot baths.