Alvin Care Pharmacy

06/12/2026

Fun Friday! ☀️
Thank you to , specifically Mr. Dale Libby, for having us at the Annual Caregiver Conference and for the opportunity to be part of such a meaningful event. We had so much fun meeting everyone, connecting with caregivers, and sharing conversations about health and wellness.
It was truly inspiring to see a community come together to support and care for one another. 💙
– Alvin Care Pharmacy
“We dispense health, not just meds.”

06/10/2026

I used to think olive oil was just a healthy fat.

But then cancer hit our family hard.
So I started to dig deep in researches.

What I found about this ONE food totally surprised me.

A 2022 review involving nearly 1,000,000 people found that higher extra virgin olive oil consumption was associated with lower risks of BOTH cancer and cardiovascular disease.

Researchers found:
• 37% lower breast cancer risk
• 27% lower gastrointestinal cancer risk
• 26% lower upper airway/throat cancer risk
• 52% lower urinary tract cancer risk.

How much was considered higher consumption?
The 2022 Frontiers in Nutrition study specifically found:
• up to 1 tablespoon/day → associated with ~9% lower all-cause mortality
• 2 or more tablespoons/day → associated with significantly lower cardiovascular and cancer mortality

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8751986/
https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/nutrition/articles/10.3389/fnut.2022.997975/full

Another study found people consuming about 2 tablespoons daily had up to a 51% lower risk of cardiovascular death.

These are NOT small statistics.

Needless to say… an olive oil shot is now part of my daily morning routine. 🙂

In my next post, I’ll share:
• how I take my olive oil shot
• why the polyphenols in EVOO may be so protective
• how olive oil supports bile flow and inflammation
• how to select a HIGH-quality olive oil (because many are diluted or overly processed)

Sometimes the most powerful things we do for our health start with simple daily habits.

06/08/2026

Antibiotics can be life-saving… but don’t forget they can also wipe out the good bacteria in your gut too. 😳

As both a mom and a pharmacist, when my son Preston started doxycycline for acne, I immediately thought about protecting his gut health while treating his skin.

Why? Because your gut does SO much more than digest food.

✨ About 70% of your immune system lives in the gut
✨ Your microbiome helps support inflammation balance
✨ Gut health can influence skin, mood, energy, and overall wellness

That’s why I always recommend supporting the gut during and after antibiotics.

Not all probiotics are the same either. I personally prefer a QUALITY multistrain probiotic because your gut is home to trillions of different bacteria — diversity matters.

Preston is taking Ortho Biotic® from Ortho Molecular Products, which also contains Saccharomyces boulardii, a well-researched probiotic known to help crowd out unwanted bacteria during antibiotic use.

And don’t forget:
🌱 If probiotics are the seeds… prebiotics are the soil.

You have to FEED the good bacteria too:
✔️ Chia seeds
✔️ Ground flaxseeds
✔️ Psyllium husk
✔️ Fruits & veggies
✔️ Fermented foods

These fibers nourish your beneficial bacteria and help them thrive.

At Alvin Care Pharmacy, we love helping patients support their health beyond just filling prescriptions. If you’re on antibiotics and wondering how to better support your gut, come talk to us! ❤️

“We dispense health, not just medications.”

06/07/2026

Can you tell that I love magnesium? 😊
We’re so excited to bring in some new magnesium favorites: • Magnesium salts
• Magnesium lotion
• Magnesium spray
• Magnesium + arnica for pain support
Magnesium is often called nature’s muscle relaxant, but it does so much more than that. It’s involved in over 300 functions in the body — from muscle relaxation and sleep to stress support, energy production, blood sugar balance, and healthy nerve function.
The problem? Our soil isn’t as rich in minerals as it used to be, so many of us aren’t getting enough magnesium through food alone. Some estimates suggest up to 8 out of 10 people may be low in magnesium.
Do you struggle with: • Muscle tension or cramps
• Poor sleep
• Stress or feeling wired
• Headaches
• Constipation
• Sore muscles after workouts
Your body may be asking for more magnesium.
Stop by Alvin Care Pharmacy and let us help you find the right form for your needs!

06/06/2026

🚨 STOP SCROLLING… YOUR BODY NEEDS LIGHT ☀️
In one study, patients recovering from spinal surgery who were exposed to more natural sunlight used about 22% LESS pain medication and reported lower stress.
Sunlight is more than just vitamin D.
It helps regulate: ✨ sleep
✨ mood
✨ hormones
✨ inflammation
✨ mitochondria
✨ healing
Modern life keeps many of us indoors under artificial lighting all day… and our bodies feel it.
So here’s your gentle reminder today:
☀️ Open the blinds
☀️ Step outside in the morning
☀️ Eat lunch outdoors
☀️ Take a short walk after dinner
☀️ Let your eyes and skin experience natural light safely
Can you incorporate a little more sunlight exposure into your schedule this week?
🌿Sachi and I are doing our morning walk before I go in to work.
Happy Saturday!

06/05/2026

Moments like this truly touch our hearts. 💕
One of our sweet patients surprised us with this absolutely beautiful handmade wreath today. It’s more than just a wreath to us… it’s a reminder of the relationships, trust, and friendships we’ve built through the years here at Alvin Care Pharmacy.
We are so grateful for this community that continues to support, encourage, and love on us. Thank you for letting us be part of your health journey.
And yes… she is incredibly talented! 🌸 If you would like a custom wreath like this for your home or as a gift, message us and we’ll be happy to connect you with her.

06/04/2026

Today, I had a conversation that really stuck with me.
A patient asked if we do compounding at Alvin Care Pharmacy and I said, “Yes, we do!”
She looked at me and boldly said: “You need to do a better job getting the word out. People are driving to Clear Lake and Pearland.”
And honestly… she’s right.
Many people still don’t realize we offer non-sterile compounding right here in Alvin.
Things like: • Hormone therapy
• Pain creams
• Low-dose naltrexone (LDN)
• Iverme*tin
• Mebend@zole
• Customized medications made specifically for patient needs
No need to always drive out of town.
Please help us spread the word to your friends and family that these services are available locally, right here in Alvin. 💙
We appreciate your support so much!

06/04/2026

✨ STEP 2 and STEP 3 of supporting detoxification naturally are:
🥦 adding supportive foods
🚫 reducing toxic exposure

I made videos and posts about both of these topics last week, but today I wanted to share one practical resource that may help make healthier choices feel less overwhelming.

Are you familiar with the EWG’s:
🍓 Dirty Dozen
🥑 Clean Fifteen?

The Environmental Working Group releases yearly lists showing which produce tends to contain the highest and lowest pesticide residues.

The “Dirty Dozen” are produce items I try to prioritize organic when possible — especially softer-skinned fruits and vegetables like:
🍓 strawberries
🥬 spinach
🍎 apples

The “Clean Fifteen” tend to have lower pesticide residues, so buying conventional there may be more reasonable and budget-friendly.

And honestly…

This is not about fear or perfection.

It’s about reducing the total burden on the body little by little over time in realistic ways.

Small changes really do add up. 💕

The Environmental Working Group is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to helping you live your healthiest life.

06/02/2026

✨ STEP 1: REMOVE THE TRIGGERS

Before we talk about supplements, detox powders, or cleanses… we first have to talk about what may still be adding to the burden every single day.

Because trying to support detoxification while continuously adding in irritating foods is like trying to mop the floor while the sink is still overflowing.

Potentially triggering foods may include:
⚠️ gluten
⚠️ dairy
⚠️ sugar
⚠️ alcohol

These foods may contribute to:
⚠️ inflammation
⚠️ gut irritation
⚠️ microbiome imbalance
⚠️ poor nutrient absorption
⚠️ insulin resistance
⚠️ hormone imbalance

I often recommend removing these foods for a minimum of 3 weeks.

Why?

Because sometimes we feel so “normal” in our symptoms that we do not realize how inflamed or burdened the body has become until we remove the triggers.

And honestly…

If you begin feeling better:
✨ less bloating
✨ more energy
✨ better skin
✨ clearer thinking
✨ improved digestion
✨ fewer cravings

…you may choose to continue minimizing some of those foods longer term.

This is NOT about perfection.

It’s about reducing the incoming burden so the gut, liver, hormones, and detoxification pathways have a chance to recover and function better.

Sometimes before we ADD more things in…

…the body first needs LESS irritation and LESS inflammation. 🌿

Tomorrow we’ll talk about STEP 2:
✨ adding supportive foods for liver detoxification and gut health.