S08E12: Radiant Skincare From Seed to Bottle with Aviva Tilson
Today, I had the honor of speaking to Dr. Ifeyinwa Ezeudu, a scientist, pharmacist and medical doctor. Dr. Ezeudu started her journey in Nigeria as a scientist in the laboratory setting, before getting her pharmacy degree in the Philippines. She attended Southwestern University in Cebu, Philippines, as the best graduating student in the entire college […]
Own Your Herbal Journey: A Pharmacist’s Guide to Plant Sovereignty
One of the questions I get asked most often by students, colleagues, and curious minds alike is: “Where do I even begin with herbs?” It’s a valid question. The world of herbal medicine is rich, ancient, and often overwhelming to newcomers. While I’ve created the Best Herbal References Guide to help sort through trustworthy sources, […]
Stop Calling Them “Patients”: The Power of Language in Healthcare
During pharmacoeconomics class, I remember being told we could use the word “client,” “patient,” or “customer.” The last one stunned me, but looking back, it tracks. The modern pharmaceutical system thrives on chronic treatment, not healing. And language plays a big role in sustaining that model. Let’s unpack this: The word “patient” stems from Latin […]
Pharma’s Dirty Secret: The Petrochemical Roots of Modern Medicine
Let’s talk about something that even most healthcare professionals never learn in school… including me. Did you know that many modern drugs, and the plastic supplies we use to administer them, are made from petroleum? Yes. The crude oil used to make gasoline and diesel fuels is also the foundational building block of many pharmaceuticals […]
Holistic Isn’t Alternative—It’s Foundational
Let’s be real: Most people don’t trust what they don’t understand. That’s human. But rejecting the unfamiliar doesn’t make us rational—it makes us reactive. As healthcare professionals, we’re trained to play it safe. To follow the book. To protect our license. But that same training often discourages curiosity and independent thought. And let’s not ignore […]
S08E11: Psilocybin in Practice: Safe, Sacred, and Sincere with Pam Conboy and Leah Linder
Today, I had the honor of speaking to Dr. Ifeyinwa Ezeudu, a scientist, pharmacist and medical doctor. Dr. Ezeudu started her journey in Nigeria as a scientist in the laboratory setting, before getting her pharmacy degree in the Philippines. She attended Southwestern University in Cebu, Philippines, as the best graduating student in the entire college […]
Beyond Herbal Trivia: Wood Betony vs. Lousewort
Damiana (Turnera diffusa) is a small aromatic shrub in the Turneraceae family, native to Mexico, Central and South America, and the Caribbean, traditionally used for its uplifting and aphrodisiac qualities. It has a long history of use in folk medicine, particularly for supporting the reproductive, urinary, and nervous systems, making it a relevant herb for […]
Herbalism: The Original Pharmacy
Did you know that herbalism and pharmacy used to be one and the same? Before we had white coats, sterile blister packs, and multi-billion-dollar pharmaceutical companies, we had apothecaries—skilled herbalists who healed with roots, barks, leaves, and flowers. In ancient civilizations like Egypt, India, China, and Mesopotamia, herbalism was healthcare. Knowledge was passed down through […]
The Freedom to Choose: Reclaiming Your Power
As fireworks light up the sky this Independence Day, let’s talk about a deeper kind of freedom, the kind that begins within. We often move through life feeling at the mercy of our responsibilities, routines, and roles. But when we reframe “I have to” into “I choose to,” we reclaim something powerful: our personal sovereignty. […]
Finding Joy in Your Career is a Choice Away
As we walk through life, we’re faced with decisions. Do we continue with the work that no longer aligns with our true values? Or do we make a shift, one that brings us joy and fulfillment? The answer is simple: Either find a way to enjoy what you do, or find a way to not […]