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  At Wellspring, we offer a variety of supplements and vitamins to help our patients nourish their bodies. These supplements and vitamins can be a great option if you need a boost to your diet! In this article we'll list and discuss some common vitamins and supplements that you can take, but make sure to consult your doctor at Wellspring before starting any new vitamin or supplement! Vitamin D Vitamin D is one of the most common vitamins that you'll see people take. This is due to the fantastic and wide array of benefits that Vitamin D can bring. Some common reasons that people take Vitamin D are to increase bone health and help improve the liver. You can actually get this vitamin from sunshine, but those that lack this vitamin can get it in an easy to take supplement! Omega 3 and Fish Oil Another vitamin that you've likely seen before is fish oil! But have you ever considered the benefits of taking this different smelling vitamin. Omega 3 is touted as being able to help ...

     Summertime is a great time to be outside, enjoying the outdoors with your family and friends, and because of this, no one is paying attention to how much they eat or if they are drinking enough water. After all we are usually on the go with all of the activities we partake in during the warmer months. Even though we may not realize it at the time, we are wearing out our bodies. You may start to ask yourself, "why am I feeling so tired, or worn out?" Don't stress though, you are not the only one who feels this. Many people experience "summer fatigue", here are some reasons as to why this happens and some tips to help you avoid it and enjoy your summer to the fullest extent.      There are a few reasons why during the summer we may feel more tired than usual like not taking in enough water during the day, excessive sweating which can lead to dehydration and electrolyte imbalance, and a change in your diet. Most times when it gets warmer out people tend t...

      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 ...

      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 ...

         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? ...

       Pets, much like that of young children, can sometimes cause a fit when it's time for them to take their necessary medication. Animals are notorious for being extremely difficult to treat with medications. Cats are especially deceptive as they will refuse to swallow a pill as well as eat right around one if it's disguised in food. While not nearly as sneaky as cats, dogs have their complications as well. Dosages for certain breeds and sizes of dogs varies so an antibiotic that works for a 90-pound great  Dane won't work on a little chihuahua. This is where pharmacy compounding comes in handy.     Compounding is the art and science of preparing customized compound medications for pets. It has seen a growth in popularity in recent years due to it's valuable benefits to today's pet owners. Veterinarians have also started recommending it to clients. Pharmacists and veterinarians work closely together to solve a pets health proble...

 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...

Struggling with anxiety can be a lonely feeling. You should know, though, that you are not alone – not at all. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America , “Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the U.S., affecting 40 million adults in the United States age 18 and older, or 18.1% of the population every year.” Millions of Americans can relate to your anxious feelings, quick breathing, and overthinking. Also, there’s even better news: treatment is available. There’s a multitude of vitamins and supplements that can help relieve anxiety. In this blog, we are going to discuss a few of these options. A multitude of vitamins and supplements can help reduce your anxiety levels.  Vitamin C. Surely, you know that vitamin C is helpful to boost your immune system . It’s also important to note, though, that the antioxidants in vitamin C “help prevent oxidative damage in your nervous system,” according to Healthline. Vitamin A. Like vitamin C, ...