Menopausibilities at the MAC!
The Conversation for Women continues . . .
November 5, 2009 from 5-10 pm.
Friday, October 30, 2009
Ladies Night Out! - Menopausibilities
The Conversation for Women continues . . .
November 5, 2009 from 5-10 pm.
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Chronic Fatigue: The Whole World Starts at 3 PM
Don't let Chronic Fatigue ruin your Holiday Season! Come learn what it is and how to resolve it......
There seems to be a lot of controversy surrounding the existence of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Many doctors refuse to even diagnose the condition while others believe there is a virus to blame. In this one hour presentation, Dr. Arcoma Gonzalez will demystify the controversy of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome into a very practical workable treatment and management briefing. The symptoms of unrelenting fatigue, trouble with concentration, sore throat; tender lymph nodes; muscle pain; multi-joint pain; dizziness, and problems with balance do not need to rule your life anymore. The answer for most people is not Prozac, but a life balancing strategy that can support the biochemical component as well as the specific needs of the individual. Explore with Dr. Arcoma Gonzalez, the practical steps on the path of balance and of regaining the freedom that you deserve.
This seminar will be held at Pacific Compounds Pharmacy.
When: Wednesday, November 11th at 7:00pm
Where: 327 SE 3rd Avenue, Hillsboro
Guest Speaker: Dr. Arcoma Gonzalez
Cost: $10.00
Please call 503-640-3080 or come by and reserve your seat early, seating is limited.
There seems to be a lot of controversy surrounding the existence of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Many doctors refuse to even diagnose the condition while others believe there is a virus to blame. In this one hour presentation, Dr. Arcoma Gonzalez will demystify the controversy of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome into a very practical workable treatment and management briefing. The symptoms of unrelenting fatigue, trouble with concentration, sore throat; tender lymph nodes; muscle pain; multi-joint pain; dizziness, and problems with balance do not need to rule your life anymore. The answer for most people is not Prozac, but a life balancing strategy that can support the biochemical component as well as the specific needs of the individual. Explore with Dr. Arcoma Gonzalez, the practical steps on the path of balance and of regaining the freedom that you deserve.
This seminar will be held at Pacific Compounds Pharmacy.
When: Wednesday, November 11th at 7:00pm
Where: 327 SE 3rd Avenue, Hillsboro
Guest Speaker: Dr. Arcoma Gonzalez
Cost: $10.00
Please call 503-640-3080 or come by and reserve your seat early, seating is limited.
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
What To Do About The Flu?
Are you prepared for the coming attack of the H1N1 virus?
In early October, the Centers for Disease Control began shipping the H1N1 vaccine across the nation. About 251 million doses will be used to protect the masses. Many reading this article may be anxiously waiting your turn to receive one. Others skeptical about whether getting this vaccine is a good idea.
For now, the best defenses are washing your hands frequently, disinfecting cell phones, door handles, and office pens. Don’t forget getting plenty of rest and exercise, and sneezing or coughing in your sleeve. However, the best defense truly lies with building a strong immune system.
You can look in your kitchen for help. That’s right – foods can be a great way to boost your immune system, keeping you healthy. Here are a few helpful tips this season to naturally strengthen you and your loved one’s immune system.
Dr. Seibert’s A through Z nutrient tips:
Vitamin A/Beta Carotene- Helps boost Natural Killer (NK) cells used as first line of defense to kill virus infected cells. Foods: carrots, pumpkin, squash, sweet potatoes, yams.
Vitamin C – Strengthens white blood cells for fighting infection. Lowers histamine levels that cause nasal congestion. Foods: broccoli, brussel sprouts, jicama, mango, oranges, papaya.
Homemade Chicken Soup - Contains natural chemical, acetylcysteine - helps thin mucous in lungs making it easier to expel. Remember to add lots of veggies – all colorful along with warming spices below– ginger, garlic, red pepper, tumeric.
Vitamin D3 – Research now shows D3 helps immune system fight off virus attacks. Best to supplement up to 5000 IUs daily during winter season.
Horseradish Root - Mucous moving foods known as mucokinectic agent - releases waves of fluids that make eyes water and noses run. Helps break up congestion in sinus and lung bronchial passages.
Garlic – Increases NK cells. Contains alliin – gives garlic its flavor and helps regulate mucous flow.
Ginger – Destroys influenza viruses.
Omega 3 – Halts inflammatory cytokines that create fever, headaches, body pains. Foods: flaxseeds, halibut, salmon, walnuts.
Quercitin – Prevents virus from multiplying and blocks histamine. Foods: apples, capers, onions, red grapes, tea.
Hot Red Peppers – Mucokinectic agent –contains chemical resembling guaifenesin – used in cough formulas without side effects! Drink 10-20 drops of Tabasco sauce in water per day will do the trick.
Shiitake Mushrooms – Boost immunity – antiviral.
Tumeric – Blocks virus from entering your respiratory system-so H1N1 can’t replicate. Foods: curry powders, mustard.
Yogurt – Increases NK cell activity, revs up antibodies. 1-2 cups daily.
Zinc – Deficiency seen in elderly and those with weak immune systems. Foods: oysters, raw pumpkin seeds, yogurt.
So don’t delay- get to your grocery store and stock up with these wonderful foods that provide the best offense to the flu!
Stay Well,
Dr. Seibert
If you cannot get enough of these foods in your diet, supplements will help to make sure you're getting all these vitamins and nutrients. Pacific Compounds Pharmacy carries many of these supplements and Pharmacist Natalie Gustafson is there to advise you. Please stop in and ask her how to protect yourself from the flu, she's there to help!
In early October, the Centers for Disease Control began shipping the H1N1 vaccine across the nation. About 251 million doses will be used to protect the masses. Many reading this article may be anxiously waiting your turn to receive one. Others skeptical about whether getting this vaccine is a good idea.
For now, the best defenses are washing your hands frequently, disinfecting cell phones, door handles, and office pens. Don’t forget getting plenty of rest and exercise, and sneezing or coughing in your sleeve. However, the best defense truly lies with building a strong immune system.
You can look in your kitchen for help. That’s right – foods can be a great way to boost your immune system, keeping you healthy. Here are a few helpful tips this season to naturally strengthen you and your loved one’s immune system.
Dr. Seibert’s A through Z nutrient tips:
Vitamin A/Beta Carotene- Helps boost Natural Killer (NK) cells used as first line of defense to kill virus infected cells. Foods: carrots, pumpkin, squash, sweet potatoes, yams.
Vitamin C – Strengthens white blood cells for fighting infection. Lowers histamine levels that cause nasal congestion. Foods: broccoli, brussel sprouts, jicama, mango, oranges, papaya.
Homemade Chicken Soup - Contains natural chemical, acetylcysteine - helps thin mucous in lungs making it easier to expel. Remember to add lots of veggies – all colorful along with warming spices below– ginger, garlic, red pepper, tumeric.
Vitamin D3 – Research now shows D3 helps immune system fight off virus attacks. Best to supplement up to 5000 IUs daily during winter season.
Horseradish Root - Mucous moving foods known as mucokinectic agent - releases waves of fluids that make eyes water and noses run. Helps break up congestion in sinus and lung bronchial passages.
Garlic – Increases NK cells. Contains alliin – gives garlic its flavor and helps regulate mucous flow.
Ginger – Destroys influenza viruses.
Omega 3 – Halts inflammatory cytokines that create fever, headaches, body pains. Foods: flaxseeds, halibut, salmon, walnuts.
Quercitin – Prevents virus from multiplying and blocks histamine. Foods: apples, capers, onions, red grapes, tea.
Hot Red Peppers – Mucokinectic agent –contains chemical resembling guaifenesin – used in cough formulas without side effects! Drink 10-20 drops of Tabasco sauce in water per day will do the trick.
Shiitake Mushrooms – Boost immunity – antiviral.
Tumeric – Blocks virus from entering your respiratory system-so H1N1 can’t replicate. Foods: curry powders, mustard.
Yogurt – Increases NK cell activity, revs up antibodies. 1-2 cups daily.
Zinc – Deficiency seen in elderly and those with weak immune systems. Foods: oysters, raw pumpkin seeds, yogurt.
So don’t delay- get to your grocery store and stock up with these wonderful foods that provide the best offense to the flu!
Stay Well,
Dr. Seibert
If you cannot get enough of these foods in your diet, supplements will help to make sure you're getting all these vitamins and nutrients. Pacific Compounds Pharmacy carries many of these supplements and Pharmacist Natalie Gustafson is there to advise you. Please stop in and ask her how to protect yourself from the flu, she's there to help!
Friday, October 9, 2009
Weight Loss and Hormone Balance Seminar
Weight Loss Seminar -
Are Your Hormones Making You Fat?
Learn how hormone balance plays a crucial role in weight loss. Balancing your hormones can help you on the road to a slimmer you!
Wednesday, October 14th At 7:00 pm
At Pacific Compounds Pharmacy
Featured Speaker: Dr. Crystal Hannan
of the
In Health Naturopathic Clinic
This seminar will cover the reasons why you may be gaining weight or suffering with some of the other symptoms of hormone deficiency. Dr. Hannan will lay out some simple, easy steps that you can take to get your weight back under control.
Seats are limited and reservations are required. Please call early to reserve your seat - 503-640-3080.
Price is FREE! The length of the seminar is approximately 90 minutes and the doctor will have a question and answer period after. One lucky seminar attendee will get a free copy of the Sonoma Diet book.
Are Your Hormones Making You Fat?
Learn how hormone balance plays a crucial role in weight loss. Balancing your hormones can help you on the road to a slimmer you!
Wednesday, October 14th At 7:00 pm
At Pacific Compounds Pharmacy
Featured Speaker: Dr. Crystal Hannan
of the
In Health Naturopathic Clinic
This seminar will cover the reasons why you may be gaining weight or suffering with some of the other symptoms of hormone deficiency. Dr. Hannan will lay out some simple, easy steps that you can take to get your weight back under control.
Seats are limited and reservations are required. Please call early to reserve your seat - 503-640-3080.
Price is FREE! The length of the seminar is approximately 90 minutes and the doctor will have a question and answer period after. One lucky seminar attendee will get a free copy of the Sonoma Diet book.
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
Thursday, September 3, 2009
Important information for MS sufferers from an MS sufferer
I have suffered for over 12 years with MS and recently needed to retire. I am currently on Tysabri to control the progression of my MS. I’m diagnosed with Primary Progressive now and was slowly giving up my life to MS. Recently my doctor prescribed a drug called 4-Aminopyridine (4-AP for short). This drug has given me a great deal of my life back.
I suffered with a great deal of leg spasticity, balance problems and weakness. I was also always fatigued and was extremely sensitive to heat. I was a shut in and moody all the time. Now the good news, 4-AP started working after only 3-4 dosages. It was a miracle in my opinion.
It works by improving the signals to the muscles and also reduced my fatigue and heat sensitivity. My balance improved greatly and I started being able to easily move again. 4-AP is not new but getting some attention now because a sustained release version is being tested and released shortly under the name Fampridine by a large pharmaceutical company. For any MS sufferer there is no need to wait because it is immediately available with a doctors' prescription in the 4-AP immediate release form.
There is good science behind how this drug works and it has been used for years on MS patients as well as patients with spinal cord injuries. It helps to reconnect the nerves' communication and greatly improves their nerve sensitivity and conductivity. This drug has been used for over 20 years. I have recommended it to every MS friend I know and 100% of the ones who have tried it had major improvement with it and now swear by it.
I have also been able to stop taking Baclofen and my spasticity and walking speed measured by my physical therapist has improved 25%. Stopping Baclofen has also helped my fatigue and tired symptoms caused as a side effect of it. Neurological tests done by my neurologist have also improved greatly. Many MS sufferers take so much Baclofen they need to take Provigil to help them stay awake. Once you're on 4-AP you may not need or can reduce these types of drugs.
I started taking a second drug called LDN (Low Dose Naltrexone) recently and have improved even more. This drug took about 9 days to start seeing an improvement. I can now do things I have not been able to do for years.
These drugs are not cures. These medications will simply and effectively improve your symptoms and improve your quality of life. MS is something you and I live with every day. I’m happy to convey my experience to anyone interested. These 2 drugs are easy to swallow pills and are both relatively cheap (about $1 per day each).
Please take control of your life and your symptoms and get your doctor to prescribe at least 4-AP as soon as you can. You should know within 3-4 dosages if it is working for you and as you slowly increase the dosage as prescribed you will also be telling all your MS friends to take this drug as soon as possible. You may need to persuade your doctors to prescribe them because there are no large pharmaceutical companies behind them. Some doctors will ask you to wait for Fampridine. This is easy for a doctor who does not live with MS to ask, but relief is available immediately so there's no need to wait.
Here is how I measure my improvements and quality of life on these drugs. I’m now 54 and compared to last summer my bad days now are what used to be my good days a year ago. My good days now are so good and full of activity that I am constantly on the go and they far outnumber my bad days. I can now tolerate the sun on a hot day. I work out 2 times a week with no pain. What used to be impossible is now easier and I can do it now. What was hard to do is now easy. My physical envelope has doubled or tripled in size. I find the more I can do the better mental attitude I get from it. I’m now really building core muscle and strength.
Do I still have MS? Yes, but now if you ask my family they will tell you Dad's doing great and we have Dad back. He wants to participate now with the family. I travel now and I want to get out of the house. It has really helped my marriage. These drugs are unfortunately unpatentable and therefore large pharmaceutical companies have no interest in them as well as most doctors know little about them. I find this almost criminal that a drug like this is not used more and more widely known about. This means information must be spread by us, the MS sufferers, until the MS society or government no longer can ignore this type of drug.
I urge you to get better fast and start enjoying your life more. For more information search them on the web (LDN) (4AP) and read lots of positive information that other MS patients are saying worldwide. If you wish more communication or have more questions you can contact me through the good people at Pacific Compounds Pharmacy.
It is now up to you to get back your life.
R.M. - Hillsboro
I suffered with a great deal of leg spasticity, balance problems and weakness. I was also always fatigued and was extremely sensitive to heat. I was a shut in and moody all the time. Now the good news, 4-AP started working after only 3-4 dosages. It was a miracle in my opinion.
It works by improving the signals to the muscles and also reduced my fatigue and heat sensitivity. My balance improved greatly and I started being able to easily move again. 4-AP is not new but getting some attention now because a sustained release version is being tested and released shortly under the name Fampridine by a large pharmaceutical company. For any MS sufferer there is no need to wait because it is immediately available with a doctors' prescription in the 4-AP immediate release form.
There is good science behind how this drug works and it has been used for years on MS patients as well as patients with spinal cord injuries. It helps to reconnect the nerves' communication and greatly improves their nerve sensitivity and conductivity. This drug has been used for over 20 years. I have recommended it to every MS friend I know and 100% of the ones who have tried it had major improvement with it and now swear by it.
I have also been able to stop taking Baclofen and my spasticity and walking speed measured by my physical therapist has improved 25%. Stopping Baclofen has also helped my fatigue and tired symptoms caused as a side effect of it. Neurological tests done by my neurologist have also improved greatly. Many MS sufferers take so much Baclofen they need to take Provigil to help them stay awake. Once you're on 4-AP you may not need or can reduce these types of drugs.
I started taking a second drug called LDN (Low Dose Naltrexone) recently and have improved even more. This drug took about 9 days to start seeing an improvement. I can now do things I have not been able to do for years.
These drugs are not cures. These medications will simply and effectively improve your symptoms and improve your quality of life. MS is something you and I live with every day. I’m happy to convey my experience to anyone interested. These 2 drugs are easy to swallow pills and are both relatively cheap (about $1 per day each).
Please take control of your life and your symptoms and get your doctor to prescribe at least 4-AP as soon as you can. You should know within 3-4 dosages if it is working for you and as you slowly increase the dosage as prescribed you will also be telling all your MS friends to take this drug as soon as possible. You may need to persuade your doctors to prescribe them because there are no large pharmaceutical companies behind them. Some doctors will ask you to wait for Fampridine. This is easy for a doctor who does not live with MS to ask, but relief is available immediately so there's no need to wait.
Here is how I measure my improvements and quality of life on these drugs. I’m now 54 and compared to last summer my bad days now are what used to be my good days a year ago. My good days now are so good and full of activity that I am constantly on the go and they far outnumber my bad days. I can now tolerate the sun on a hot day. I work out 2 times a week with no pain. What used to be impossible is now easier and I can do it now. What was hard to do is now easy. My physical envelope has doubled or tripled in size. I find the more I can do the better mental attitude I get from it. I’m now really building core muscle and strength.
Do I still have MS? Yes, but now if you ask my family they will tell you Dad's doing great and we have Dad back. He wants to participate now with the family. I travel now and I want to get out of the house. It has really helped my marriage. These drugs are unfortunately unpatentable and therefore large pharmaceutical companies have no interest in them as well as most doctors know little about them. I find this almost criminal that a drug like this is not used more and more widely known about. This means information must be spread by us, the MS sufferers, until the MS society or government no longer can ignore this type of drug.
I urge you to get better fast and start enjoying your life more. For more information search them on the web (LDN) (4AP) and read lots of positive information that other MS patients are saying worldwide. If you wish more communication or have more questions you can contact me through the good people at Pacific Compounds Pharmacy.
It is now up to you to get back your life.
R.M. - Hillsboro
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
Fibromyalgia - Seven Steps Out Of Pain
This seminar on Fibromyalgia and Chronic Pain will be presented by Dr. Arcoma Gonzalez on Wednesday, September 16th at 7pm at Pacific Compounds Pharmacy. She will give us an hour of information and then will stay to answer any questions you may have. Please come join us and learn how to get rid of the pain!
Do you suffer from chronic pain in many places all over your body? If you have pain, fatigue, fibrofog, restlessness, poor sleep, hypersensitivities to smells, allergies, and weight concerns, then this one hour presentation will answer a lot of questions about how and why these symptoms occur. There are many theories as to the causes of fibromyalgia, but anyone who suffers with these symptoms has an entirely different view of the disease than the researchers. Dr. Gonzalez Lambert will shed some light on the body systems affected, the ways to treat this ever changing condition, and useful tips on how to keep your insurance coverage. This one hour presentation is practical, entertaining, and informative so that you can get back to living your life.
Cost is $10.00 per seat if reserved ahead, or $15.00 at the door. You can call and make reservations at
503-640-3080. We look forward to seeing you there!
Do you suffer from chronic pain in many places all over your body? If you have pain, fatigue, fibrofog, restlessness, poor sleep, hypersensitivities to smells, allergies, and weight concerns, then this one hour presentation will answer a lot of questions about how and why these symptoms occur. There are many theories as to the causes of fibromyalgia, but anyone who suffers with these symptoms has an entirely different view of the disease than the researchers. Dr. Gonzalez Lambert will shed some light on the body systems affected, the ways to treat this ever changing condition, and useful tips on how to keep your insurance coverage. This one hour presentation is practical, entertaining, and informative so that you can get back to living your life.
Cost is $10.00 per seat if reserved ahead, or $15.00 at the door. You can call and make reservations at
503-640-3080. We look forward to seeing you there!
Monday, June 8, 2009
New Therapy for Auto-Immune Diseases
Dr. Jan Seibert will be the guest speaker here at Pacific Compounds Pharmacy on Wednesday, Aug. 19th at 7:00 pm and she will share with us the promise of Low Dose Naltrexone therapy for atuo-immune diseases. So, if you or a loved one have:
Allergies
Alzhiemer's
Autism
Behcet's disease
Cancer (various types)
Chronic Fatigue
Colitis
COPD
CREST syndrome
Crohn's Disease
Eczema
Emphysema
Endometriosis
Fibromyalgia
Hepatitis
Herpes
HIV Infection
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Lou Gehrig's Disease
Lupus
Lyme Disease
Multiple Sclerosis
Neuropathy (including Chemo induced neuropathy)
Parkinson's Disease
Polycystic Ovaries
Premenstrual Syndrome
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Thyroid Auto-immune Disease
Wegener's Granulomatosis
Pemphigoid
Primary lateral sclerosis
Psoriasis
Sarcoidosis
Scleroderma
Transverse myelitis or any other auto-immune disease you'll want to attend this seminar and see what all these diseases have in common! And you'll want to learn about the promise of Low Dose Naltrexone therapy.
Cost to attend the seminar is $10.00 per person or $15.00 per couple and reservations (which are required) can be made by calling:
503-640-3080
Allergies
Alzhiemer's
Autism
Behcet's disease
Cancer (various types)
Chronic Fatigue
Colitis
COPD
CREST syndrome
Crohn's Disease
Eczema
Emphysema
Endometriosis
Fibromyalgia
Hepatitis
Herpes
HIV Infection
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Lou Gehrig's Disease
Lupus
Lyme Disease
Multiple Sclerosis
Neuropathy (including Chemo induced neuropathy)
Parkinson's Disease
Polycystic Ovaries
Premenstrual Syndrome
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Thyroid Auto-immune Disease
Wegener's Granulomatosis
Pemphigoid
Primary lateral sclerosis
Psoriasis
Sarcoidosis
Scleroderma
Transverse myelitis or any other auto-immune disease you'll want to attend this seminar and see what all these diseases have in common! And you'll want to learn about the promise of Low Dose Naltrexone therapy.
Cost to attend the seminar is $10.00 per person or $15.00 per couple and reservations (which are required) can be made by calling:
503-640-3080
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Come Hear About The Natural Hormone Replacement Used By Suzanne Somers
This seminar for the public will be held on Wednesday, June 17th at 7:00pm and the cost is $15.00/seat.
The guest speakers will be Dr. Rebecca Provorse and Dr. Anne Hill.
Seminar location: Pacific Compounds Pharmacy
327 SE 3rd Avenue
Hillsboro, OR
Dr. Provorse and Dr. Hill will present the Wiley Protocol, an approach to hormone replacement that mimics the body's natural cycle, and the same natural hormone replacement used by Suzanne Somers. Unlike replacement regimens which deliver the same dose of hormones each day (birth control pills, most topical creams, most thyroid prescriptions), this "biomimetic" system attempts to replicate the beautifully complex process of the endocrine system. By varying the amount of hormones over the course of a lunar/monthly cycle, one can more accurately restore hormones to their natural, wave-like rhythms. This seminar will address hormone replacement for both women AND men.
One lucky seminar attendee will win a free copy of T.S. Wiley's "Sex, Lies and Menopause."
To reserve a seat for this seminar, please call
503-640-3080.
Dr. Rebecca Provorse is a naturopathic physician in private practice in Portland, Oregon. Her practice focus is on women's health, endocrinology, digestive health, and mental health. She is a graduate of the National College of Natural Medicine and has been in practice for 5 years.
Dr. Provorse believes in patient education and empowerment. She works closely with her patients as a primary care provider or healthcare ally to ensure they have what they need to make informed choices about their health. In addition to hormone replacement, she utilizes nutrition, botanical medicine, acupuncture, and hydrotherapy as treatment modalities in her practice.
Dr. Rebecca Provorse
Glow. Healthcare for Women
1435 NW 23rd Ave, Ste 102
Portland, OR 97210
(503)222-1865
You can find more information about Dr. Provorse and her practice by visiting her website: http://www.glowhealthcare.com/
Dr. Anne Hill
Rising Tide Medicine
(503)313-3605
You can see more about Dr. Hill and her practice at her website:
http://www.risingtidemedicine.com/
The guest speakers will be Dr. Rebecca Provorse and Dr. Anne Hill.
Seminar location: Pacific Compounds Pharmacy
327 SE 3rd Avenue
Hillsboro, OR
Dr. Provorse and Dr. Hill will present the Wiley Protocol, an approach to hormone replacement that mimics the body's natural cycle, and the same natural hormone replacement used by Suzanne Somers. Unlike replacement regimens which deliver the same dose of hormones each day (birth control pills, most topical creams, most thyroid prescriptions), this "biomimetic" system attempts to replicate the beautifully complex process of the endocrine system. By varying the amount of hormones over the course of a lunar/monthly cycle, one can more accurately restore hormones to their natural, wave-like rhythms. This seminar will address hormone replacement for both women AND men.
One lucky seminar attendee will win a free copy of T.S. Wiley's "Sex, Lies and Menopause."
To reserve a seat for this seminar, please call
503-640-3080.
Dr. Rebecca Provorse is a naturopathic physician in private practice in Portland, Oregon. Her practice focus is on women's health, endocrinology, digestive health, and mental health. She is a graduate of the National College of Natural Medicine and has been in practice for 5 years.
Dr. Provorse believes in patient education and empowerment. She works closely with her patients as a primary care provider or healthcare ally to ensure they have what they need to make informed choices about their health. In addition to hormone replacement, she utilizes nutrition, botanical medicine, acupuncture, and hydrotherapy as treatment modalities in her practice.
Dr. Rebecca Provorse
Glow. Healthcare for Women
1435 NW 23rd Ave, Ste 102
Portland, OR 97210
(503)222-1865
You can find more information about Dr. Provorse and her practice by visiting her website: http://www.glowhealthcare.com/
Dr. Anne Hill
Rising Tide Medicine
(503)313-3605
You can see more about Dr. Hill and her practice at her website:
http://www.risingtidemedicine.com/
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
The King of Your Body - The Thyroid Gland
Throid Seminar
hosted by Pacific Compounds Pharmacy and presented by Dr. Arcoma Gonzalez
Do you suffer with any of the following symptoms?
Fatigue
Low Libido
Weight Gain
Foggy Thinking
Depression
Sleep Difficulties
Aches and Pains
Infertility
Anxiety
Dry Skin
Headaches
Heart Palpitations
Constipation
Cold Hands and Feet
Thinning Hair
Brittle Nails
Feeling Cold All The Time
Elevated Cholesterol
Menstrual Irregularities
Inability To Lose Weight
If so, it could be your thyroid.
In a one hour presentation, Dr. Gonzalez Lambert will focus upon the nature of the thyroid gland and how its physiology affects every cell in the body. Many physicians miss the often confusing array of symptoms throughout the body, such as with weight gain, dry skin, hair loss or breakage, constipation, lethargy, mental fog, and low libido because of so-called "normal" blood levels of TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone). The hidden cause of these confusing symptoms only reveals itself with a closer look at the hormones of the thyroid itself, T3 and T4, and what even suboptimal thyroid levels mean. Explore with Dr. Gonzalez Lambert the various effects thyroid dysfunction. Dr. Gonzalez Lambert will give you the treatment answers that you crave and put you on the path to quenching your hunger.
This presentation will be held at Pacific Compounds Pharmacy on April 15th at 7:00pm. The price is $15.00/seat and reservations are required. To reserve your seat, please call the pharmacy at 503-640-3080.
We look forward to seeing you there!
hosted by Pacific Compounds Pharmacy and presented by Dr. Arcoma GonzalezDo you suffer with any of the following symptoms?
Fatigue
Low Libido
Weight Gain
Foggy Thinking
Depression
Sleep Difficulties
Aches and Pains
Infertility
Anxiety
Dry Skin
Headaches
Heart Palpitations
Constipation
Cold Hands and Feet
Thinning Hair
Brittle Nails
Feeling Cold All The Time
Elevated Cholesterol
Menstrual Irregularities
Inability To Lose Weight
If so, it could be your thyroid.
In a one hour presentation, Dr. Gonzalez Lambert will focus upon the nature of the thyroid gland and how its physiology affects every cell in the body. Many physicians miss the often confusing array of symptoms throughout the body, such as with weight gain, dry skin, hair loss or breakage, constipation, lethargy, mental fog, and low libido because of so-called "normal" blood levels of TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone). The hidden cause of these confusing symptoms only reveals itself with a closer look at the hormones of the thyroid itself, T3 and T4, and what even suboptimal thyroid levels mean. Explore with Dr. Gonzalez Lambert the various effects thyroid dysfunction. Dr. Gonzalez Lambert will give you the treatment answers that you crave and put you on the path to quenching your hunger.
This presentation will be held at Pacific Compounds Pharmacy on April 15th at 7:00pm. The price is $15.00/seat and reservations are required. To reserve your seat, please call the pharmacy at 503-640-3080.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Monday, February 23, 2009
Biomimetic Hormone Seminar - The Wiley Protocol
Dr. Provorse will present the Wiley Protocol, an approach to hormone replacement that mimics the body's natural cycle. Unlike replacment regimens which deliver the same dose of hormones each day (birth control pills, most topical creams, most thyroid prescriptions), this "biomimetic" system attempts to replicate the beautifully complex process of the endocrine system. By varying the amount of hormones over the course of a lunar/monthly cycle, one can more accurately restore hormones to their natural, wave-like rhythms.
This seminar will be hosted by Pacific Compounds Pharmacy which is a Registered Provider of The Wiley Protocol, a compounded natural, topical hormone regimen. The seminar will be held at Pacific Compounds Pharmacy at 7:00 pm on Wednesday, April 1st, 2009. The price to attend is $15.00, reservations are required and may be made by calling: 503-640-3080. A FREE copy of T. S. Wiley's book "Sex, Lies and Menopause" will be given to one lucky attendee of this seminar.
Dr. Rebecca Provorse is a naturopathic physician in private practice in Portland, Oregon. Her interest in women's health began in undergraduate school, where she studied biology and anthropology and was a member of Asklepiads (a pre-medical honor society).
In medical school she worked for three years under the tutelage of a women's health expert. In 2004, Dr. Provorse graduated from the National College of Natural Medicine (NCNM) in Portland with a master's degree in Oriental Medicine and a doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine. After completing her board exams, Dr. Provorse spent six months studying bio-identical hormone replacement in the clinical practice of another colleague. In 2005 she began her own private practice in NW Portland. Her business, Glow. Healthcare for Women, LLC, has a focus of natural healthcare for females: puberty through menopause. Her interest is in endocrine disorders. Dr. Provorse began providing the Wiley Protocol to her patients in 2006, where--for some time-- she was the only WP practitioner in the state of Oregon.
Dr. Provorse believes in patient education and empowerment. She works closely with her patients as a primary care provider or healthcare ally to ensure they have what they need to make informed choices about their health. In addition to hormone replacement, she utilizes nutrition, botanical medicine, acupuncture and hydrotherapy as treatment modalities in her practice.
You can find more information about Dr. Provorse and her practice by visiting her webisite: http://www.glowhealthcare.com/
This seminar will be hosted by Pacific Compounds Pharmacy which is a Registered Provider of The Wiley Protocol, a compounded natural, topical hormone regimen. The seminar will be held at Pacific Compounds Pharmacy at 7:00 pm on Wednesday, April 1st, 2009. The price to attend is $15.00, reservations are required and may be made by calling: 503-640-3080. A FREE copy of T. S. Wiley's book "Sex, Lies and Menopause" will be given to one lucky attendee of this seminar.
Dr. Rebecca Provorse is a naturopathic physician in private practice in Portland, Oregon. Her interest in women's health began in undergraduate school, where she studied biology and anthropology and was a member of Asklepiads (a pre-medical honor society).
In medical school she worked for three years under the tutelage of a women's health expert. In 2004, Dr. Provorse graduated from the National College of Natural Medicine (NCNM) in Portland with a master's degree in Oriental Medicine and a doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine. After completing her board exams, Dr. Provorse spent six months studying bio-identical hormone replacement in the clinical practice of another colleague. In 2005 she began her own private practice in NW Portland. Her business, Glow. Healthcare for Women, LLC, has a focus of natural healthcare for females: puberty through menopause. Her interest is in endocrine disorders. Dr. Provorse began providing the Wiley Protocol to her patients in 2006, where--for some time-- she was the only WP practitioner in the state of Oregon.
Dr. Provorse believes in patient education and empowerment. She works closely with her patients as a primary care provider or healthcare ally to ensure they have what they need to make informed choices about their health. In addition to hormone replacement, she utilizes nutrition, botanical medicine, acupuncture and hydrotherapy as treatment modalities in her practice.
You can find more information about Dr. Provorse and her practice by visiting her webisite: http://www.glowhealthcare.com/
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
Get 2 FREE tickets to a Blazer Game
Pacific Compounds Pharmacy is hosting a Men's Health Seminar on March 11th at 7pm. One lucky attendee of this seminar will win 2 FREE tickets to the March 13th Blazer Game.
In this 1 hour presentation Dr. Jennifer Mlnarik, N.D. of Blossoming Health Naturopathic Clinic will focus on the prevention and treatment of many of the most common health issues affecting men. Foot fungus/jock itch, hemorrhoids, hair loss, prostate health, heart burn, and other issues will be addressed. Also, learn how low testosterone levels could be impacting your energy level, mental acuity, and sex drive. Low testosterone has also been associated with cardiovascular disease, type II diabetes, and erectile dysfunction. Dr. Mlnarik is looking forward to giving you concrete information on how to prevent and treat these health issues.
This presentation is open to both men and women. The price is 15.00 per seat or 25.00 per couple. Reservations are required - please call 503-640-3080 to reserve your seat.
In this 1 hour presentation Dr. Jennifer Mlnarik, N.D. of Blossoming Health Naturopathic Clinic will focus on the prevention and treatment of many of the most common health issues affecting men. Foot fungus/jock itch, hemorrhoids, hair loss, prostate health, heart burn, and other issues will be addressed. Also, learn how low testosterone levels could be impacting your energy level, mental acuity, and sex drive. Low testosterone has also been associated with cardiovascular disease, type II diabetes, and erectile dysfunction. Dr. Mlnarik is looking forward to giving you concrete information on how to prevent and treat these health issues.
This presentation is open to both men and women. The price is 15.00 per seat or 25.00 per couple. Reservations are required - please call 503-640-3080 to reserve your seat.
Dr. Jan Seibert - Study on Bio-Identical Hormones
Since my bio-identical hormone study was covered in the media back in 2006, why do so many women and men continue to struggle with hormonal imbalances that can lead to aging and chronic diseases - hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes, hypothyroidism, memory problems, vaginal dryness, enlarged prostate, weight gain, depression, and more?
View the study.
The purpose of my study was to rally the medical research community and pharmaceutical companies who make FDA approved bio-identical hormones to embark on long-term bio-identical hormone studies. The claims made by the FDA, the medical community, and the pharmaceutical industry that these types of hormones have no long term studies - well the environment is ripe to do something about this gap in researching safety information for long-term usage.
Must we have to rely on Oprah to open the doors by bringing on television medical experts to educate the public on their hormonal health and bio-identical hormone options? Oprah viewers are now demanding that their hormones be measured and that they be treated for their symptoms. The medical profession owes it to the public to sort out this gap of research information for all, including the 50 million women who will be in menopause by 2010.
What about the needs of men - who is looking after their hormonal needs? Has the doping scandal in major league baseball closed the door on the low testosterone issue facing 1 in every 4 men over the age of 30?
We need to balance the hormones of both women and men as they age. After all, if hormones cause cancer, then women and men under the age of 30 who have the highest levels of sex hormones should be the ones having the highest rates of breast, ovarian, uterine, and prostate cancers.
A change is needed in our current medical treatment model- focusing on prevention of hormonal imbalances. The laboratory technology is available and needs to look at tighter ranges of hormone levels based on age levels. In other words, women in their twenties who show low levels of progesterone in the second half of their menstrual cycles may need bio-identical hormones to balance their deficiencies.
So be your own health care advocate. To have your voices heard - speak up - to your doctor -ask for your hormones to be tested and treated for symptoms with ongoing monitoring; to your medical insurance company to provide coverage for regular hormone testing and prescription compounded bio-identical hormones in appropriate dosages and delivery systems to meet your needs; to your elected government officials to halt the FDA from taking away your compounded bio-identical hormones.
Dr. Jan Seibert
View the study.
The purpose of my study was to rally the medical research community and pharmaceutical companies who make FDA approved bio-identical hormones to embark on long-term bio-identical hormone studies. The claims made by the FDA, the medical community, and the pharmaceutical industry that these types of hormones have no long term studies - well the environment is ripe to do something about this gap in researching safety information for long-term usage.
Must we have to rely on Oprah to open the doors by bringing on television medical experts to educate the public on their hormonal health and bio-identical hormone options? Oprah viewers are now demanding that their hormones be measured and that they be treated for their symptoms. The medical profession owes it to the public to sort out this gap of research information for all, including the 50 million women who will be in menopause by 2010.
What about the needs of men - who is looking after their hormonal needs? Has the doping scandal in major league baseball closed the door on the low testosterone issue facing 1 in every 4 men over the age of 30?
We need to balance the hormones of both women and men as they age. After all, if hormones cause cancer, then women and men under the age of 30 who have the highest levels of sex hormones should be the ones having the highest rates of breast, ovarian, uterine, and prostate cancers.
A change is needed in our current medical treatment model- focusing on prevention of hormonal imbalances. The laboratory technology is available and needs to look at tighter ranges of hormone levels based on age levels. In other words, women in their twenties who show low levels of progesterone in the second half of their menstrual cycles may need bio-identical hormones to balance their deficiencies.
So be your own health care advocate. To have your voices heard - speak up - to your doctor -ask for your hormones to be tested and treated for symptoms with ongoing monitoring; to your medical insurance company to provide coverage for regular hormone testing and prescription compounded bio-identical hormones in appropriate dosages and delivery systems to meet your needs; to your elected government officials to halt the FDA from taking away your compounded bio-identical hormones.
Dr. Jan Seibert
Friday, January 23, 2009
Dr. Miller Picks Up Where OPRAH Left Off.....
Bio-Identical Hormone Seminar :
Are You Out Of Balance?
Are you overweight
and putting on more
belly fat?
Do you sleep poorly?
Have less interest in sex?
Crave sugar and/or salt?
Do you feel tired but wired?
Depressed? Have thinning hair?
If so, you are not alone. In fact, this is how most Americans feel, because we are living out of harmony with our natural
biological rhythms – and our hormones are all over the place. The stress, sex and thyroid hormones and insulin are usually the culprits.
When: February 25th At 7:00 pm
Where: Pacific Compounds Pharmacy
327 SE 3rd Avenue in Hillsboro
Guest Speaker:
Dr. Gerald Miller, MD
Family Practice Medicine in Beaverton
One lucky attendee of this seminar will win a FREE Saliva Test panel to check their sex hormone levels (a $180.00 Value!)
Seats are $15.00 and reservations are required.
Please call early to reserve your seat - 503-640-3080.
Monday, January 19, 2009
Don't Miss The Oprah Show On January 29th!
The January 29th episode of the Oprah Winfrey Show will highlight Suzanne Somers and her use of Bio-Identical hormones and Dr. Frank Oz who will visit a compounding pharmacy that makes Bio-Identical hormones. The segment will include a demonstration of how Bio-Identical hormones are prepared.
This show will be very informative for any of you that are using or considering the use of Bio-Identical hormones, so be sure to tune in or record it! You can visit this link to verify when the show will air in your area.
Our compounding pharmacists are also available to answer any questions you may have. Just give us a call at: 503-640-3080 or email: info@pacificcompounds.com
This show will be very informative for any of you that are using or considering the use of Bio-Identical hormones, so be sure to tune in or record it! You can visit this link to verify when the show will air in your area.
Our compounding pharmacists are also available to answer any questions you may have. Just give us a call at: 503-640-3080 or email: info@pacificcompounds.com
Friday, January 16, 2009
Bio-Identical Hormones Star On The Oprah Winfrey Show
Menopause can be a confusing time. Oprah Winfrey did all women a great service when she invited Dr. Christiane Northrup onto her show to discuss menopause and what it all means. If you missed the show, you can click on the link below to see some of the segments.
Should You Replace Your Hormones?
Thursday, January 15, 2009
Tired of being Overweight?
Weight loss tips for a new you!
Article written and contributed by:
Dr. Jan Seibert
In the January 2009 issue of O Magazine, Oprah Winfrey described her personal lifelong struggle with her weight. After celebrating her 53rd birthday, Oprah began having health problems. She shared with millions of fans that she couldn't sleep at night and began having heart palpitations and some leg swelling. Her personal doctor advised her to reduce her intake of salt. She knew that it wasn't salt. She was prescribed blood pressure and heart palpitation medications.
Doctors didn't recognize that Oprah had a thyroid problem, but many of her viewers did. She stated that, "nobody showed me the fan e-mails until I started talking about this, but I had e-mails from viewers saying, 'Tell Oprah to check her thyroid because I think she has a thyroid problem’.
The thyroid gland is a butterfly shaped gland located at the base of the neck, just below the Adam’s apple. The thyroid gland weighs less than an ounce but has an enormous impact on a person’s health. Every aspect of metabolism from heart rate to how quickly calories are burned is regulated by thyroid hormones.
Finally diagnosed with hypothyroidism, Oprah was placed on thyroid medication to address her problem. Once she received this diagnosis, that her metabolism wasn't working right, she fell into the mindset that everything she ate was going to make her fat anyway, so she decided to eat whatever she wanted. Then came the reality, she gained a total of 40 pounds, with her weight climbing as high as 200 pounds.
Oprah’s story is not unique. Many men and women are finding pounds slowly creeping onto their bodies – an average of 2 to 5 pounds a year. Others find themselves gaining 10 or 20+ pounds in a year. After a decade, you will have gained 20 to 50 pounds! With this amount of weight gain, many health consequences like heart disease, Type II diabetes, high cholesterol, acid reflux, arthritis, and even cancers can develop.
Imagine how your body must feel as you carry that extra twenty-pounds - like a giant sack of potatoes - all day long. This extra weight prevents you from doing the things you once did with ease, even making routine exercise more difficult. A lack of movement can lead to fatigue and feelings of depression. It’s no wonder that many turn to antidepressants, alcohol and caffeinated stimulants.
The real issue is balancing your life by making a commitment to address the core issues behind your weight gain. If you are an emotional eater, identify issues needing to be addressed that cause you to eat without self-control. For stress eaters, look at areas that trigger your stress and work on coping strategies other than using food.
Begin each day with a nutritious breakfast – consisting of high quality proteins – egg white omelets, lentils, beans, or low calorie smoothies to name a few. Avoid those sweet rolls, soft drinks, and 500 calories caffeinated specialty coffees. Make gradual changes to your diet and watch your portion sizes.
Read food labels when shopping. If the first four ingredients on the label have high fructose corn syrup, processed sugars or refined grains – leave these foods on the grocery shelves. Use whole grains instead of white bread, white rice. Increase fiber gradually.
Start planning a menu for each day of the week and try to stay around 1,900-2,200 calories per day – depending on your level of exercise. Try to eliminate 100-200 calories per day by cutting out high fat dairy, processed fats, and fried foods. Watch your alcohol intake including artificial sweeteners and soft drinks –the “empty calories” culprits. These items rob your body of important nutrients – minerals, vitamins, and fiber - needed to satisfy your body’s hunger.
Finally, go to your doctor and get a blood test to check your thyroid gland. If your lab results are in the “normal range” and you are suffering symptoms, you still may need to be treated. Find a doctor who will listen and work with you. Be your own smart health consumer and make a daily commitment to shedding those extra pounds in 2009!
Dr. Jan Seibert
Hormone Rejuvenation Center
2187 SW Main Street #103
Portland, OR 97205
503-477-9340
Dr. Seibert also sees patients at the Pacific Compounds Pharmacy wellness office every Wednesday. Please call 503-477-9340 to schedule an appointment.
Monday, January 12, 2009
Get a FREE Copy of the Sonoma Diet Book
Come learn how hormone balance plays a crucial role in weight loss. Balancing your hormones can help you on the road to a slimmer you!
We have scheduled our first 2009 Seminar here at Pacific Compounds Pharmacy. It will be held Wednesday, January 21st at 7pm. Dr. Crystal Hannan from the In Health Naturopathic Medicine Clinic will be the speaker and she will discuss how hormone imbalance can lead to frustrating weight gain. She will also discuss The Sonoma Diet which she not only recommends, but uses herself. And each attendee of this seminar will receive a FREE copy of The Sonoma Diet book! (A $25.00 value)
Reserve your seat early as space is limited. Seats are $15.00 and you can make your reservation by calling the pharmacy at 503-640-3080.
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