Wellspring Custom Pharmacy

      Summertime is usually the time of year when everything starts to slow down. The kids are out of school, the days are longer, and there is no worry about a strict schedule. To most people this seems like a dream come true, but to others who struggle with illnesses like anxiety and depression, they can find that having the pressure to live a "care-free" lifestyle during the summer causes them more anxiety. At Wellspring Custom Pharmacy we want all of our customers to live the most comfortable and healthy life they can. That is why we are going to provide you with some tips to help you maintain good mental health throughout the summer.       One of the best things you can do for yourself this summer is to get outside. Exposure to natural sunlight is very beneficial to your mood. This is because we receive vitamin D and serotonin from the sun's rays. Taking the time to step outside just to sit in the sun or read a book by the pool can brighten your mood...

      Often times when summer rolls around we find ourselves out in the sun more, hanging out with friends and family, and doing a lot more than what we normally would. That is why taking care of yourself so you can enjoy the beautiful weather is important. One of the best ways to make sure you are doing that is by getting all of your daily nutrients, either through a balanced diet, or by taking minerals and vitamins for summer. Wellspring Pharmacy is Mansfield, Ohio, is dedicated to the wellbeing of our customers, and because of this we have decided to list a few vitamins that you can take in order to stay healthy all summer long.      The first vitamin that you can take is Vitamin C . This is an antioxidant found in everything from oranges to leafy greens. It plays a large role in collagen production, neurotransmitter function, and your overall immune health. Normally you would take Vitamin C in the colder months as you might have a cold or the flu, but ...

      Have you ever been prescribed a medication that finally works for you, just to have it be discontinued by your pharmacy? This may send you into a whole new panic trying to arrange doctor appointments to find a new medication that may or may not give you adverse reactions. This is why compounding medicine is still a very important part of the pharmaceutical industry. At Wellspring Custom Pharmacy  in Mansfield, Ohio, we provide compounding services to our customers so that they can continue to live a comfortable and healthy life.      Compound medicine used to be the go-to for pharmacists but with the invention of mass drug manufacturing, this quickly became the opposite. Pharmacies began to use the drugs they were getting from mass production instead of making them, which was a plus but also detrimental to people who have certain allergies or sensitivities to medication. This is why compound pharmacies are so important now. Because your medi...

    Compound medicine can be a scary idea when you are trying to figure out what medication is best for your illness. "What is compounded medication, is it even safe, and why should I trust this over medication that I am prescribed that is brand name?", are all questions that are frequently asked when choosing which route to take for your health. So we are here to answer some of these questions because at Wellspring Custom Pharmacy in Mansfield, Ohio, we are committed to helping our customers live a healthy and fruitful life, and we want our customers to feel comfortable and know what they're getting themselves into.       First lets answer the first question, what is compounded medicine? Compounded medicine is the customized preparation of a medicine that is not otherwise commercially available, and this can be for humans and animals alike. These medications are prescribed by your physician, veterinarian, or by other prescribing practitioners wh...

      Veganism and plant-based diets have begun to rise in popularity due to the plant-based industry creating so many new and innovative products. From the Impossible Whopper at Burger King to the Beyond Sausage breakfast sandwich at Dunkin', plant-based foods are becoming way more accessible than they used to be, and many of us are more than willing to try it out. While these diets are becoming more popular, it is important to keep in mind that with the food that you eat in these diets alone, it can be awfully hard, if not nearly impossible to find all your daily nutrients.  Wellspring Custom Pharmacy  in Ontario, Ohio, offers our customers a wide variety of supplements and vitamins that can help you to maintain a healthy diet when choosing which diet fits you.     While there are many differences in what a vegan would eat compared to what a vegetarian or plant-based diet consumer would eat, the nutrients that are needed are nearly identical. To...

                There are many stressors in life and for each person the cause of stress is completely different. That is why there is no true medicine to help get rid of, or cure stress. There are many go to things that can help calm you though, such as regular exercise, adequate sleep, and good nutrition, but not everyone has the means or ability to take time out for themselves like this. That is why here at Wellspring Pharmacy we offer many vitamins that can actually help reduce the side effects of stress like fatigue, headaches, upset stomach, nervousness, and even irritability.  Some of the vitamins that we offer at Wellspring Custom Pharmacy are: Rhodiola Rosea - this is a natural, non-toxic herb that stimulates the body's stress response system, helping to build stress resistance. Ashwagandha- this is another herb that is thought to enhance your body's resilience to physical and mental stress. It's properties have been shown to re...

         The weather is warmer, the days are starting to get longer, and we are feeling good about ourselves. But why is that? Springtime is the time of rebirth and to start new and for many customers at Wellspring Custom Pharmacy, it is a time to feel better. One of the main reasons our moods lift when the seasons change from cold to warm is because we are getting more light and absorbing a larger amount of vitamin D. Vitamin D has many functions in the body, and this includes maintaining good bone, brain, and heart health. Low Vitamin D levels have been proven to be linked to depression, and this can include seasonal depression. This is because there are receptors in the brain that need this vitamin that are responsible for mood and behavior. The more sunlight you get, the more vitamin D can be absorbed through your skin, making you a happier, healthier person.           When someone is feeling happy, they are more likely to ...

       Herbs can be used for many things like flavoring or garnishing food, fragrances, and even medicine. Linking back as far as Mesopotamia, an ancient region located in the eastern Mediterranean, humans started to use herbs, such as myrrh and opium, for medicinal practices. Ever since, we have been utilizing and experimenting with different plants and what they can do and help us with in our everyday lives. We at Wellspring offer a variety of herbal remedies for our customers. Our products range from herbal shampoo to throat lozenges and blends of herbs in liquid form, to teas. There are so many possibilities in the world of herbal medicine.      There are many herbs and spices that we use every day that are good for us, and we may not even know about their benefits. Like cinnamon, which helps to lower blood sugar levels and has powerful anti-diabetic effects. Therefore, many diabetics will substitute sugar for cinnamon in their everyday...

         In the age of the internet, online shopping is used for everything. From shopping for clothes or beauty products on retail shop websites, to ordering groceries from your local grocery store to be dropped off for delivery. The possibilities are endless. At  Wellspring Custom Pharmacy and Health Source  in Mansfield, Ohio, we offer our customers the chance to shop online from Wellevate ℠ , a site created by the trusted Emerson Ecologics. This site offers high quality, natural health and beauty products, supplements, and herbs, right at your fingertips. What Will You Need?      In order to use this site, all you will need is a valid email address and to create a password for your account. After you have finished filling in your name and address you will come to your dashboard where you can see your shopping history, who your practitioner is, and what pharmacy you will be using.  How Can Wellevate ℠ Help Me? ...

      Taking medication and finding the right dose for you can be time-consuming, inconvenient, and expensive. That is why it can be especially frustrating when your doctor tells you the medication you've finally gotten used to and like, is no longer being manufactured. Instead of going through the process of trying to find yet another medication that works for you, there is another option. If you find yourself in this situation stop in at Wellspring Custom Pharmacy & Health Source , where we can help make your perfect medication.  How is this done? Here at Wellspring, we are known as a compound pharmacy. What this means is we can create the perfect dose for your medical condition, and we can do it based off of your height, weight, gender, and age. Say goodbye to rounds of unknown medications making you sick as you try to find the right one. This type of pharmacy can be very beneficial to everyone, including animals, and we pride ourselves in knowing that we...

 Our physical health is heavily related to our mental health. Things like diet and nutrition have a huge impact on your mental state and by having a lack of nutrients or vitamin deficiency, it can lead to depression and decrease your mental health. There are a few vitamins that can directly effect your mental health including Zinc, B vitamins, and vitamin D, all of which can be increased by coming to Wellspring Custom Pharmacy .     Zinc can be found in nutrients like red meat, fish, and poultry. Having a deficiency of zinc can lead to depression, mood disorders, anxiety, and insomnia. There have also been studies showing that those with lower amounts of zinc are more likely to have Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease. There are specific supplements and vitamins to combat low zinc in order to avoid these issues or by consuming more of the nutrients through changing your diet.     B vitamins actually consist of eight types of vitamins. These v...

 Are you looking for a new diet to follow that can help you take off the extra pounds and reduce your risk factors for certain diseases, such as heart disease and type 2 diabetes? Well, maybe you should consider the Ketogenic Diet that has become rather popular within the past few recent years! The Ketogenic Diet is designed to cut out carbs in your meals, making your body go into ketosis. The low-carb, high-fat meal plan, that is encouraged, makes your body extremely efficient at burning fat for energy, while also turning fat in the liver into ketones, which can supply energy to the brain.  Some foods you should avoid on the Ketogenic Diet include, but aren't limited to, are sugary foods, grains/starches, root vegetables, alcohol and unhealthy fats. Foods you should seek out instead are meat, eggs, cheese, low-carb veggies and fatty veggies.  Although not required some supplements may assist you in achieving the desired results from your Keto diet. These include MCT Oi...

Supplements can be an important part of your diet to ensure that you are getting all of the nutrients that you need through a quick and easy pill or chewable gummy. Below are some of the highly recommended nutrients available in supplement form that are some of the most important to get enough of on a daily basis.  - Vitamin D: This vitamin, that can be obtained naturally through sunlight, is important for the absorption of calcium and phosphorous, while also helping you have normal immune system function. Vitamin D has also been shown to help fight disease, reduce depression boost weight loss. - Fish Oil: This nutrient obtained from the sea animals, can help reduce  triglycerides and has been thought to possibly be effective for battling high blood pressure, ADHD and narrowed blood vessels (angioplasty). - MultiVitamin: Multivitamins are made up of multiple different nutrients to give you a well-rounded supplement that can help with a multitude of things. Taking a daily mul...

There can be many advantages to getting your medications from a compounding pharmacy, like Wellspring , as compared to a traditional pharmacy that sells exactly what is sent to them from the manufacturers. Almost everyone, especially the Baby Boomers that are now aging, takes at least one pill regularly to help with some sort of ailment that they have. However, many of these pills come with side effects or include an ingredient that doesn’t agree with the patient, so it is unbearable to use. That is where custom compounding comes in! Custom compounding medicines to remove certain ingredients or reduce side effects depending on the patient’s needs is one great thing that custom pharmacies can do. Along with adjusting the formula, a custom pharmacist can also combine multiple medicines together into a single pill so it allows people that are taking more than one medicine to have easy usage and helps them not to forget to take their medications. Compounded medications can also be cheaper...

Flu season isn’t over yet! You might have noticed that some of your coworkers have been sick. Maybe your family members haven’t been feeling well. Sometimes, you take all the precautions you can, and you still wind up getting sick. However, it’s still important to make every effort to stay well.  So, in this blog, we’re going to discuss tips for avoiding the flu.  Washing your hands for 20 seconds each time is optimal for healthy living. Wash your hands. While this tip may seem obvious, many folks don’t wash their hands fully. According to the CDC, you should wash your hands for 20 seconds, using plenty of soap and warm or cold water. Many times, people are in such a hurry that they hardly wash their hands. They wet them, add some soap, lather for about four seconds, and consider it “good enough”. It’s not good enough if you get sick, though. The CDC also suggests singing the popular “Happy Birthday” song all the way through twice or simply counting to 20. Healthy ea...

Many Americans struggle with gut health issues such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome, commonly referred to as IBS. If you frequently notice gas and bloating, cramping, constipation, alternating constipation and diarrhea, or difficulty sleeping, you could be one of them. The good news is that it’s simple to reverse the symptoms of bad gut health with your diet! In this blog, we’ll explore the types of foods to avoid as well as smart choices to eliminate these unwanted symptoms. Increasing your fiber intake can help tremendously with gut health!  Some foods that are likely causing IBS symptoms include:  Dairy products, especially cheese  Highly processed foods, like chips or cookies Cereals with refined grains Caffeine or alcohol  Web MD recommends that you “gradually boost your fiber intake by 2 to 3 grams per day until you're eating 25 (for women) or 38 (for men) grams per day.” Some foods that can help improve gut health include:  Whole-gra...