The 24-Hour Pharmacist: Advice, Options, and Amazing Cures from America's Most Trusted Pharmacist

Anybody ever have a side effect from taking meds? For years I took theophyllin for asthma, until I self-diagnosed that this medicine was the cause of my rising blood pressure. My doctor at the time told me I would have to take it for the rest of my life, which probably would have been pretty short if I'd listened only to him. Instead, I researched the side effects of the drug, and sought out the opinion of another doctor. Today I am totally off it, and doin' just fine . . . no wheezing or other breathing difficulties, and my blood pressure, while still higher than what I want it to be, is 40 points lower without taking medication to lower it. Suzy is a pharmacist who tells us to "think outside the pill," and gives us the knowledge needed to accomplish that goal. She tells us about plant extracts, vitamins, herbs, aromatherapy, and supplements. Her expose on osteoporosis (another of my hereditary risks) is the best I've seen. I didn't really care for Kevin Trudeau's book on natural cures, which totally bashed traditional medicine. However, through my career as a healthcare recruiter, I have seen the pharmaceutical reps toting in food and other treats to physician practices and ancillary hospital departments. They are not doing this to be nice, but to encourage the staff to pedal the drugs they sell. So Kevin's right about that. Suzy's book, however, give us the best of both worlds . . . natural cures and traditional medicine, and any holistic physician will tell you there's a time for both. Suzy shares her vast knowledge of natural cures and medicine, backing it up with well-reputed studies. If you're looking for solutions in a pill, this isn't the book for you. But if you like to manage your own health, with the help of well-educated professionals, this is a resource you shouldn't be without. Buy it, read it, and age well!

The author talks about everything from very effective alternatives to some prescription drugs, (why not start with these if you can, for example for better sleep, then get prescriptions if you need to.), to drug side effects (does anyone even get a package insert any more, let alone read it if they do?). Most valuable, in my opinion, the author lists the nutrients/vitamins/minerals that are depleted with many prescription drugs, and why you need to replace them.. She calls them "drug muggers". Many people know about Lipitor and other statins depleting the COQ10 in the heart. This enzyme is very necessary for proper heart function and energy. Acid blockers interfere with the absorption of so many important vitamins and nutrients, but does anyone get this information with the doctors prescription? No one I know ever has. There are so many others. I have found that most all drug store pharmacists are a wealth of information, and are very happy to talk to people. There is lots of eye opening information in this very well written book!

I was curious about this book when I received an ad in the mail. The price was too much so I was glad to find it on Amazon. There is a lot of good info in this - probably none that my doctor would agree with because it wasn't officially studied by some big drug company. Happily, though the mainstream is coming along slowly. The book is an easy read and worth considering. I feel better knowing these recommendations are from a Pharmacist.

This book answers so many of the questions you would like to ask about maintaining your health. These are questions about managing your daily aches and pains, sniffles and coughs and other ailments that drag you down. If you ever wished you could have possible solutions to these problems, -literally at your fingertips, - then this book is for you. And if you are taking prescription medications,- there is a whole section in the book about how some prescription drugs may deplete important vitamins and other necessary substances in your body. The author not only warns you about these possible drug side effects, she also takes it one step further - and suggests ways you can counteract these effects by using 'over the counter' herbs and vitamins from your local drug or health food store. I wish I had this book years ago.

I've read this book through twice and it holds a wealth of information on what medicines rob your body of what nutriments and how to replace them. It's for sure the doctors that prescribe meds for you don't know what effects they have on the body. Reading it did put me in a predicament, though. Trying to find out what and when to take the nutriments when you are on so many meds, as I am. I highly recommend this book, especially to doctors that want to be up to date and want the knowledge to help when it is needed by their patients.

I have gotten so much information from this book!! It's very plain english. Also, my brother is a Pharmacist and he does agree with Suzy on every aspect of this book!! I have gained so much insight from this book, I read the Thyroid book from Suzy last spring, started the Ashwagandha and by Oct. my blood worked had improved, ofcourse the Dr. didn't do the complete tests, but my T3 was falling for years(means I getting really bad) and now it's not.!! Thank you Suzy!!

OK as a medical reference at the time. With the advances in medicine it is probably already out of date on many listings.

Suzy tells it like she sees it and I think she see it well. Since she is an expert in her field it is nice to see the honesty that she exhibits. I have learned a lot and realized how dangerous some medication can be as it depletes many vitamins and minerals in your system. Many over-the-counter herbal solutions can by far surpass the use of doctor prescribed medications. I believe it is an easy read and an important book for your reference collection. She will make you want to find an alternative or at the least a second opinion to the medication you are taking and at the very least question you doctor on the effects prescribe meds have on your system. You will be a smarter consumer!

Suzy Cohen is the Best imho I LOVE her books and advises have all her books and never ever regreted it :D

This fascinating book lives up to its subtitle, "Advice, Options, and Amazing Cures..." Written in an informal, easy-to-read style, the author covers most of the common ailments around today and offers practical, down-to-earth advice on possible ways (other than simply popping prescription drugs) to handle them - or as she calls it, thinking "outside the pill." From experience, I can attest that several of her natural options were as effective as prescription meds for me, without any of the unpleasant side effects. This is a book that I believe will be invaluable to those folks who are ready to take responsibility for their own health and are thoughtful about the medications they may be ingesting - and it will make a useful, long-term addition to their reference library. Not only that, but it's just plain fun to read!

Good book very interesting slightly out of date in places none the less well worth the money I paid. Older books can be still very interesting as this one is. Good size writing and headings. Loads of interesting info.

One of best books on health I've read. Excellent. Suzy Cohen an amazing woman.

The book is excellent, very informative, shows a great author competence and red almost like novel. You'll will have difficulties to stop reading it. VM