The Holistic Pharmacy Podcast

Dr. Marina Buksov

The Holistic Pharmacy Podcast (formerly called “RawFork”), features pharmacists that incorporate natural medicine into their practice. We believe merging science and traditional wisdom is the way to embody one's full health. Founded by pharmacist/health coach/herbalist Dr. Marina Buksov, our platform helps to advocate for better health and quality of life using the most natural and least invasive methods. read less
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Episodes

S07E20 - Holistic Strategies to Break Up with Chronic SIBO with Jen Yundt Coles
Nov 8 2024
S07E20 - Holistic Strategies to Break Up with Chronic SIBO with Jen Yundt Coles
Hey everyone, I hope you all have been enjoying the fall weather and the start of the fall holidays. Today, I’m thrilled to welcome a guest who brings a unique and empowering perspective to health and wellness. A self-proclaimed ‘rebel’ in the wellness space, her goal is to inspire us all to become our own health advocates. Jen Yundt Coles is an AFMC Certified Functional & Integrative Medicine Health Coach and a Certified Acupressure Practitioner. She is dedicated to helping her clients achieve optimal wellness by promoting positive food and lifestyle changes. With over a decade on her own healing journey, Jen has personally faced gluten intolerance, intense abdominal pain, fibromyalgia, SIBO, Candida, and chronic stress. Her experiences have given her a deep sense of empathy and expertise, making her especially adept at helping creatives and high-achievers improve digestive health and manage the mood imbalances that often come with it. As both a former patient and a health coach, Jen truly understands the impact that digestive dysfunction can have on self-esteem, relationships, and the ability to live fully. She’s been there, and her mission is to empower others to break free from frustrating, often embarrassing symptoms that hold them back. Through virtual sessions, Jen provides customized support for clients, integrating dietary adjustments, functional lab testing, and targeted supplement recommendations. She believes that meaningful change happens through partnership, empathy, and genuine connection. Jen also recognizes that conditions like IBS, SIBO, IMO, and anxiety are often rooted in "Primary Foods"—the aspects of life beyond our plates—and she offers guidance on addressing these core factors. With a deep commitment to personalization, she seeks unique approaches for each client, understanding that one-size-fits-all solutions simply don’t work. Connect with Jen Yundt Coles via: Email: jen@thesibocoach.com Website: The SIBO Coach FB: @thesibocoach IG: @the.sibo.coach Linked In: Jen Yundt Coles, AFMC, INHC Free Guide=>If you’re struggling to find answers for seemingly unexplained gas, bloating, indigestion, or irritable bowels, then this is a great place to begin. https://thesibocoach.com/free-mindful-eating-guide Visit https://marinabuksov.com for more holistic content. Music from https://www.purple-planet.com. Disclaimer: Statements herein have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products listed are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases.
S07E19 - Protecting Your Family Against the Ongoing Impact of Chemical Toxins with David Steinman
Oct 25 2024
S07E19 - Protecting Your Family Against the Ongoing Impact of Chemical Toxins with David Steinman
David strives to raise awareness about health and environmental dangers and proposes valuable alternatives and affordable substitutes to ensure families can keep their loved ones safe from these harmful substances. He delves into how everyone can turn shopping choices into personal activism and push politicians toward passing tough laws that demand public disclosure of carcinogens and reproductive toxins and impose stiff civil penalties for violations. David is the best-selling author of Raising Healthy Kids: How to Protect Your Children from the Hidden Chemical Toxins in Our Everyday Lives, and he is also the chief officer of the nation's most active consumer rights nonprofit, the Healthy Living Foundation, which has won court cases against big brands such as Herbal Essences, Pantene, Patagonia, Johnson's, and others. David strives to raise awareness about environmental dangers and proposes valuable alternatives and affordable substitutes to ensure families can keep their loved ones safe from these harmful substances. Connect with David via: Email: audreyann@expertbookers.com Website: David Steinman FB: David Steinman IG: @davidsteinman_author YT: @DavidSteinman2012 X: @bydavidsteinman Linked In: David Steinman Book: Raising Healthy Kids: Protecting Your Children from Hidden Chemical Toxins Visit https://marinabuksov.com for more holistic content. Music from https://www.purple-planet.com. Disclaimer: Statements herein have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products listed are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases.
S07E18 - Harnessing Psychedelics for Improved Wellbeing with Neil Markey
Sep 27 2024
S07E18 - Harnessing Psychedelics for Improved Wellbeing with Neil Markey
Today’s guest takes a holistic approach to healing body, mind and soul through an unconventional journey with plant medicine. Whether or not you come from a health background, tune in to learn how improved wellbeing is possible with the safe use of psychedelics Neil Markey is the co-founder and CEO of Beckley Retreats, the world’s only psychedelics retreat program backed by 25 years of scientific research and an ecosystem of expertise that honors global wisdom traditions. A former Captain in the US Army Special Operations 2nd Ranger Battalion, Neil served in Iraq and Afghanistan before studying at Columbia University, where he struggled with depression and PTSD. This led him to explore mindfulness and psychedelics as part of his healing journey. Prior to Beckley, he was Chief Growth Officer for a $450M private equity portfolio company and a consultant at McKinsey & Co. Neil believes in the synergy between science and spirituality. Connect with Neil via: Email: neil@beckleyretreats.com Website: http://www.beckleyretreats.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/beckleyretreats/ Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/neilpmarkey/ YT Channel: @beckleyretreats ***Special offer for HP podcast listeners: $500 off a program with code “FORK500” Visit https://marinabuksov.com for more holistic content. Music from https://www.purple-planet.com. Disclaimer: Statements herein have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products listed are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases.
S07E17 - Innovating Wellness Plan Management through PEMF Therapy with Tim Daniels
Sep 13 2024
S07E17 - Innovating Wellness Plan Management through PEMF Therapy with Tim Daniels
I had so much fun and learned a lot about PEMF from Tim Daniels on today’s episode! His mission is to help people live physically enjoyable lives well into their golden years. As a Wellness Plan Manager, Tim is dedicated to helping individuals live better, healthier lives and thrive physically well into their golden years. He customizes wellness plans to each person's unique needs that include but not limited to non-pharmaceutical pain management, stress mastering, age adjusted exercise, quality sleep, mental well-being, nutrition, social activities, PEMF Therapy (Pulsed Electro-Magnetic Field) a healthy home. His diverse background in collegiate wrestling, Chinese internal martial arts, strength training, operating as corporate executive in demanding situations, and running an in-home care agency for over 7.5 years equips him to craft effective wellness strategies. Tim partners with health and wellness providers to enhance client outcomes while increasing profitability. He offers scientifically-sound, FDA-cleared Pulsed Electromagnetic Field (PEMF) solutions that are natural, non-invasive, and free from side effects. His expertise in sales, business development, relationship management, project management, and consulting is supported by a BA in Economics from Stanford University and an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. This blend of academic and practical experience uniquely positions Tim to assist health and wellness providers in achieving superior patient outcomes and business growth. Connect with Tim via: Email: tim@wellnesswaveclub.com Website: https://www.wellnesswaveclub.com/ Linked In: Tim Daniels Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@timdaniels8389 White Paper - Therapeutic Potential of PEMF Visit https://marinabuksov.com for more holistic content. Music from https://www.purple-planet.com. Disclaimer: Statements herein have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products listed are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases.
S07E16 - Start with One: The Power of Belief and Behavior Change with Kathleen Klug
Aug 30 2024
S07E16 - Start with One: The Power of Belief and Behavior Change with Kathleen Klug
I can’t believe summer is coming to a close very soon, and my son has already started school. However I am also looking forward to having a more structured and organized schedule after an eventful and busy summer season. And I have a treat for you for the Labor Day weekend with my latest podcast guest, with whom I share a strong hope for health and healing with structure, education, practical tools, and lots of grace. Kathleen Klug is a 40-year veteran in the Health & Wellness profession, and currently serves as an (IIN) Holistic Health Coach, a Health Educator at Kaiser Permanente, and a Speaker. She is the creator of the START with ONE eCourse, and author of the book, START with ONE - A Simple Approach to Upgrade your Health - Body, Mind, and Spirit. On these platforms, she inspires, informs, motivates, and walks alongside people on their journey to revitalizing their health and wholeness. Learning new behaviors can be complicated, as it's so often that one has practiced unhealthy behaviors for decades. Practiced like this, these behaviors become automatic and unconscious. But there is hope, and we can learn to replace long-practiced unhealthy patterns with healthy ones through planning, practice, support, and self-kindness - Starting with One! Connect with Kathleen Klug: Website:KKHealthCoaching by Kathleen Book: Kathleen Klug Book FB: KKHealthCoaching IG: kathleenklughealth *Free Start with One resources on my website: https://kathleenklugbook.com/resources/ *10% discount on group coaching session starting in September 2024. (If the podcast episode comes after my start date, I will extend it to my next group), Visit https://marinabuksov.com for more holistic content. Music from https://www.purple-planet.com. Disclaimer: Statements herein have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug
S07E15 - Treating the Root Cause of Acne With Novel Topical Probiotics with Yug Varma, PhD
Aug 16 2024
S07E15 - Treating the Root Cause of Acne With Novel Topical Probiotics with Yug Varma, PhD
Hey everyone, I hope you have been enjoying the summer! I just took a week off from technology (well as much as one can nowadays) and immersed myself in nature so I’m feeling recharged. And I can’t wait to introduce my next guest, who completely changed the way I look at acne and skin health. Join me as I interview Yug Varma, PhD, the Cofounder & CTO of Phyla, the world’s most advanced probiotic acne system. He has 10+ years of microbiome research experience including an extensive background in bio-organic chemistry, microbiology, and synthetic biology. Dr. Varma received his scientific training at several distinguished academic institutions, including Johns Hopkins University (PhD) and University of California, San Francisco. His scientific work has been published in many prestigious journals, including Nature. Dr. Varma’s mission is to change the way we treat chronic bacterial diseases, and is working tirelessly to achieve this goal with a microbiome-based technology platform. He is passionate about promoting scientific literacy, and devotes a significant amount of time demystifying microbiome research and making the latest research accessible to the general public. Join us and never look at acne the same again! Connect with Yug Varma via: Email: yug@phitherapeutics.com Website: Phyla Skincare FB: Phyla IG: @phylabiotics Twitter: @phylabiotics Linked In: Phyla YouTube Channel: phylabiotics Visit https://marinabuksov.com for more holistic content. Music from https://www.purple-planet.com. Disclaimer: Statements herein have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products listed are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases.
S07E14 - Remote Holistic Programs to Boost Your Business's Impact and Income w/ Laura Baum
Aug 2 2024
S07E14 - Remote Holistic Programs to Boost Your Business's Impact and Income w/ Laura Baum
I firmly believe that holistic lifestyle medicine is the way to better overall health outcomes and it can be an easy addition to your existing practice. So I recently had a Masterclass with today’s podcast guest covering the 5 Critical Daily Business Activities For Massive Impact And Growth In 2024 - and she is sharing some of these tips on today’s episode! Laura Baum is a holistic business coach who helps health service-based providers, who work on their feet many hours a week, shift into new types of product offerings that don't require as much energy or time out of them, but still adds impact, value and money to their bottom lines. She also helps these providers step into new leadership roles to strengthen their industries. Laura is the creator of Everyday Holistic, a health coaching model that makes herbalism and holistic lifestyle tools very easy for health service-based practitioners' patients/ clients to implement without many hours-of-service fulfillment required by them. This creates a sustainable solution to build and grow a business without overexertion fulfilling services but still making a notable impact. Laura was a health practitioner who was only serving in a single session type model (50 + hours service fulfillment a week, multiple locations). If she could not fulfill services everything would stop and that felt terrible. She decided to learn how to make that not the case. Now her company, Laura's Botanicals has a multi-platform voice, a team of VA's and products that sell while she is away doing other things which equals less stress around service fulfillment. Laura is also the coordinator of the Richmond, Virginia Chapter of Advance Innovation Society and she offers monthly meet ups in the downtown/ arts district of Richmond, Virginia. Connect with Laura Baum: Website: Laura's Botanicals FB: Laura's Botanicals LLC. IG: @laurasbotanicals LI: Laura Baum Gifts from Laura: -Help your community start and grow a health supporting garden with our gardening course that is free to access here: https://learn.laurasbotanicals.com/workshop-signup -Help your community develop their own holistic lifestyle workspace in their homes so that they can integrate holistic tools on their own successfully with our course that is free to access here: https://dYYwLvVGJ9ppi5gieK00.memberships.msgsndr.com/offers/564f8f89-39a0-46a6-976b-e7009d35142e -Grab the replay from our recent Masterclass: 5 Critical Daily Business Activities For Massive Impact And Growth In 2024 https://youtu.be/dc6pBV8XgIA Quote: : “Energy Is Everything” Visit https://marinabuksov.com for more holistic content. Music from https://www.purple-planet.com. Disclaimer: Statements herein have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products listed are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases.
S07E12 - How Your Face and Body Can Open You To Receive More Of What You Say You Want with Tammy Cho
Jul 5 2024
S07E12 - How Your Face and Body Can Open You To Receive More Of What You Say You Want with Tammy Cho
Hi dear listeners, I cannot wait to share this next episode with you so you can meet today’s guest. Her vision is to remove 100,000 leaders from the hustle culture to create meaningful impact and authentic abundance with more peace, ease, and flow, in alignment with their true authentic selves. Tammy Cho is a former registered nurse turned international best-selling author, Body Whisperer, and Chief Energy Officer of Path To The Heart. Having served in healthcare, and in the psycho-spiritual industry for over 20 years, Tammy blends a proven face and body analysis system, neuroscience, NLP, energy alchemy, and metaphysical laws to help high-achieving entrepreneurs and leaders uncover subconscious challenges and dissolve patterns at the mental, physical, and emotional and energetic levels to step into their authentic self-leadership. As a burnout survivor, Tammy is passionate about helping clients reach their full potential without sacrificing themselves. Path To The Heart’s Mission is to create a more loving and connected world by inspiring and empowering humanity to embrace energy mastery and step into their Authentic Self Leadership and genius in service to their purpose. Connect with Tammy via: Email: tammy@pathtotheheart.com Website: Path to the Heart FB: Tammy Cho Path to the Heart IG: @path2theheart Linked In: 🌟Tammy Cho🌟 YouTube: Tammy Cho Path To The Heart Access your complimentary "Discover What Your Face Shape Says About You" Masterclass https://pathtotheheart.com/faceshapeworkshop to start your journey through your body communication. Visit https://marinabuksov.com for more holistic content. Music from https://www.purple-planet.com. Disclaimer: Statements herein have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products listed are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases.
S07E11 - Stepping into Your Fullest and Healthiest Expression with Sarah Townley
Jun 22 2024
S07E11 - Stepping into Your Fullest and Healthiest Expression with Sarah Townley
Welcome back to the show everyone! Summer swept in swiftly and it’s already scorching here in NYC. Summer Solstice has just passed, which marks the halfway point between summer and winter. Lots of people are caught up in events and celebrations, graduations, etc. With that said, I’m here with a guest that is not only able to survive as a busy mom, professional, and entrepreneur - but has found a way to balance it all and thrive. She hopes to inspire listeners, help them honor their true desires, and provide some practical advice. Dr. Sarah Townley, PharmD, BCACP, offers one-to-one coaching for those who want to reverse type 2 diabetes and get off their diabetes medications by addressing the root cause of this disease. As a certified life coach and board-certified clinical pharmacist with years of experience doing this work, she can address just about any physical or mental obstacle to creating a lifetime of peace and freedom from diabetes. She lives in Billings, Montana with her husband and 7 children. Connect with Dr. Sarah via: Email: yourfuturebydesign@gmail.com Website: Sarah TownleyThe Type 2 Diabetes Coach FB: Sarah Townley IG: @thetype2diabetescoach Tons of free content on my website, as well as my podcast. The Diabetes Revolution Podcast can be found on all major directories. PS Sarah and I just hosted an event discussing the importance of high quality water, how to check your water quality, and shared our favorite filters on the market that we personally use. Watch the replay here. Visit https://marinabuksov.com for more holistic content. Music from https://www.purple-planet.com. Disclaimer: Statements herein have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products listed are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases.
S07E10 - Improving Gut Microbiome to Propel Your Life with Inna Melamed, PharmD
Jun 7 2024
S07E10 - Improving Gut Microbiome to Propel Your Life with Inna Melamed, PharmD
The age-old Hippocratic saying that all disease begins in the gut is proven time and time again in practice. It is one of the greatest legacies that he bestowed upon the medical field, along with the Hippocratic oath to “do no harm.” So today, my guest and I will explore how the gut can have a hand in every disease state, and also can be a therapeutic target to promote health. Dr. Inna Melamed is a Doctor of Pharmacy, a functional medicine practitioner, an expert in gut and hormone health, and a Crohn’s patient in remission. Her career started as a traditional pharmacist and her mission later became to heal herself and help others with chronic gut and hormone problems. She became certified in functional medicine clinical training with Dr. Daniel Kalish. In December of 2017 she earned her PharmD (Doctor of Pharmacy) degree from one of the top pharmacy schools in the U.S., University of Florida, graduating cum laude, to broaden her clinical knowledge and incorporate that into her functional medicine practice. Since opening her practice, Real Health Solutions, she has helped thousands of clients with their IBD (inflammatory bowel disease), digestive problems, hormone imbalances, and other chronic conditions that could not have been resolved by traditional medicine alone. Dr. Inna successfully incorporates her extensive knowledge of functional medicine into every case that comes into her practice. She is the creator of the signature Digestive Reset program and the Digestive Reset supplement line, which has helped numerous clients virtually and in person. She lives with three sons in Manalapan, New Jersey. Connect with Dr. Inna Melamed via: Email: inna@realhealthsolutionsllc.com Website: Digestive Reset FB: Digestive Reset IG:@digestivereset Linked In: Dr. Inna Melamed Free Books Available on My Website. Visit https://marinabuksov.com for more holistic content. Music from https://www.purple-planet.com. Disclaimer: Statements herein have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products listed are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases.
S07E09 - The diapedic Experience: CBD From Soil to Shelf with Datron Branch
May 24 2024
S07E09 - The diapedic Experience: CBD From Soil to Shelf with Datron Branch
Welcome back to the show everyone! I’m so excited to talk to you today about a very hot topic right now in both the pharmaceutical and wellness spaces. My guest today will be discussing the hemp/CBD industry by sharing his company’s expertise and experience as licensed hemp cultivators and premium CBD product distributors. Datron Branch manages all aspects of diapedic’s from soil-to-shelf business model; including field and processing operations, product development, marketing, and supply chain and distribution channel strategies. In the spirit of true entrepreneurship, Datron is applying and leveraging his more than 25 years of sales and account management experience as well as tapping into his engineering and manufacturing background, to help elevate the diapedic brand in the CBD industry. A Monticello, Arkansas native, Datron earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Technology from the University of Arkansas-Pine Bluff. An active community volunteer with various nonprofit and civic organizations, Datron resides in Allen, TX with his wife Carmen. Connect with Datron Branch: Website: Diapedic FB: Diapedic IG: @diapedic, @datron branch LI: diapedic, Datron Branch 15% off for purchases by using the discount Code: “holisticpharmacypodcast” on anything in the Diapedic Shop Visit https://marinabuksov.com for more holistic content. Music from https://www.purple-planet.com. Disclaimer: Statements herein have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products listed are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases.
S07E08 - Bridging the Medical Gap with Nature & Joy with Eziaku Ogbonna
May 15 2024
S07E08 - Bridging the Medical Gap with Nature & Joy with Eziaku Ogbonna
Although I’m recovering from a cold as I record this, I cannot be more excited to introduce you to my next guest on the Holistic Pharmacist Podcast, who truly embodies a holistic approach to health and wellness. I believe we truly captured her beautiful essence as well as that of her beautiful botanical brand. Shameless plug: check out her products for Mother’s day this weekend (and I’ve also sent an email about my products and a partner brand if you’re looking for herbal teas and alcohol-free tinctures. And if you’re not on my email list - head to my website to sign up or shoot me an email to marina@rawfork.com). So back to today’s episode. Eziaku Ogbonna, PharmD , MBA, BCPS, PMP, “Dr. O.G” (she/her) is a Nigerian-American Clinical Pharmacist, Project Management Professional and Herbalist with a passion for an integrative approach to health and wellness. Growing up in Nigeria, she would see her grandmother using herbs as part of her holistic healing process. This memory sparked her interest and curiosity for integrative health. After moving to the United States at age 7, she majored in Chemistry at Morgan State University and went on to attain her doctor of pharmacy degree at the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy. She has 11+ years of experience in the healthcare field and is also a board-certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist, with emphasis on direct patient care, medication therapy management and optimization. When Dr. OG is not at the hospital fighting bugs with drugs, she’s working in her small business, Ayoni Wellness (Ayoniwellness.com), where she handcrafts botanical skin & body care products with the help of plant allies. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, spending time with family, writing and traveling off the beaten path. Connect with Dr. O.G via: Email: drog@ayoniwellness.com Website: ayoniwellness.com FB: Ayoni Wellness IG:@ayoniwellness & theplantpharma Mention this podcast — save 15% on your order Visit https://marinabuksov.com for more holistic content. Music from https://www.purple-planet.com. Disclaimer: Statements herein have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products listed are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases.
S07E07 - Pharmacogenomics as the Patient Advocate for Better Health Outcomes with Mark A Smith
Apr 26 2024
S07E07 - Pharmacogenomics as the Patient Advocate for Better Health Outcomes with Mark A Smith
I hope everyone’s been enjoying recent holidays and the weather. It’s finally feeling like spring here in NY! Today I am so excited to talk with my guest about becoming our own advocates in healthcare, and in what we are prescribed as part of that journey. We will be talking about pharmacogenomics as the tool that will help us usher in the future where safety comes first. Today’s guest, Mark A. Smith began his career as a Special Agent with the FBI working on organized and white-collar crime. Followed by a Human Resources path from Pfizer, to PepsiCo, and ending as CHRO with Blockbuster Entertainment. Following an acquisition Mark returned to Western New York where he became actively involved in Children’s Behavioral Health at both the state and national level. Mark’s passion is focused on the clinical and economic value of Pharmacogenomics (PGx), and has placed him in the center of the national drive to “Standard of Care” for PGx. His network in autism, genetics, rare conditions, healthcare systems and payers positions him as an influential individual in the “fixing” of the American healthcare system. Connect with Mark via: Email: mark.smith@avalonbhs.com Website: avalonpgx.com, ismyrxsafe.com YT: @IsMyRxSAFE333 Linked In: Mark Smith Visit https://marinabuksov.com for more holistic content. Music from https://www.purple-planet.com. Disclaimer: Statements herein have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products listed are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases.
S07E06 - Gut Health - Health Begins in the Gut w/ Dr. Loredana Marzullo Shapson, PharmD
Apr 12 2024
S07E06 - Gut Health - Health Begins in the Gut w/ Dr. Loredana Marzullo Shapson, PharmD
It’s true what the forefather of modern medicine said about disease originating in the gut. Following in Hippocrates’s footsteps, my podcast guest will be sharing how fixing your gut health can and will help fix any other issues you may have. Dr. Loredana Marzullo Shapson, PharmD, FNTP is the founder of LifeMod Solutions, a holistic health practice in Newtown, PA. She is a pharmacist turned holistic with the mission to empower her patients to know they can heal at any age by providing answers, education and tools to live more naturally in our modern world. Dr. Loredana earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree (PharmD) at Temple University in 2012 and is a pharmacist licensed in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. In addition, she is a certified Primal Health Coach (PHC), a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner (FNTP), a Reiki Level II practitioner, and trained in energy medicine using muscle response testing techniques to analyze neurological reflexes. Whatever you put in your mouth, whether it be a food, a prescription medication, a dietary supplement, a nutraceutical, a herb, you name it, Dr. Loredana has the unique advantage of understanding how it impacts your health. After working in a pharmacy for more than 12 years, Dr. Loredana realized that prescription medications are not the answer to our chronic health problems, rather they act as band-aids, masking symptoms, and ignoring the root cause of illness and dis-ease. Thus, dis-ease continues and progresses, new symptoms arise, and health continues to degrade. Dr. Loredana has dedicated her life to research, continuing education and training, and she has uncovered the leading factors that negatively impact our health. From pain to purpose, she successfully reversed her own health challenges including high blood pressure, weight loss, adrenal fatigue, and recurrent bacterial infections that required multiple rounds of antibiotics. Dr. Loredana was diagnosed with high blood pressure at 19 years old, and worked through three doctors that chalked it up to hereditary factors, and took 2 prescription medications for over a decade. After uncovering her root causes, which were heavy metal toxicity mercury and aluminum, she learned how to detox her body. Dr. Loredana is passionate about teaching others how to regain control of their health so they can take on life’s challenges full of youth, energy and vitality. Connect with Dr. Loredana Marzullo Shapson via: Learn more at Lifemodsolutions.com and @lifemodsoltuions Follow on her on Instagram, and Facebook Check out her @lifemodsolutions YouTube channel with Gut health tips here Get rid of bloat within days with her Belly Bloating Fixer Elixir Tea FREE Recipe here Learn about her Bye Bye Bloat for Women: 2 Week Online Program here Join Dr. Loredana Private Facebook group 'LifeMod Insiders Holistic Health' and connect with her directly here Special Offer: Get 50% off an initial consultation visit with Dr. Loredana by mentioning this podcast interview. Book an appointment today! Loredana and I recently hosted 2 masterclasses - check them out below: -Detox Done Right Protocols -Healing Protocols for Gut Overgrowths Visit https://marinabuksov.com for more holistic content. Music from https://www.purple-planet.com. Disclaimer: Statements herein have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products listed are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases.
S07E05 - Why Nutrition Plays a Vital role in Your Digital Wellness Practices with Kylen Ribeiro
Mar 29 2024
S07E05 - Why Nutrition Plays a Vital role in Your Digital Wellness Practices with Kylen Ribeiro
Welcome back to the show everyone! This week I’m celebrating my daughter’s second birthday, and on that note I'm also looking to build a better future for our children, and their children! My guest and I will be discussing how we are surrounded by more toxins than ever before. Scientists and doctors know wireless signals can affect the body, similar to other man-made toxins. On top of this, our food is no longer giving us the correct nutrients we need to be resilient to these toxins. There is a need to help people’s bodies become more resilient to our modern lifestyle, and certain nutritional supplements can help! Kylen Ribeiro is the Chief Executive Officer at Lightbody, and is responsible for leading the strategic growth of the company. Her collegiate swimming career, B.S. in Marketing and Management, and MBA from Florida State University is complemented by a yoga instructor certification and background in digital wellness. Kylen has been an integral part of creating an entirely new market of EMF protection from her work with DefenderShield, and is passionate about raising awareness about this growing public health concern, especially with regards to children. Kylen and her team knew they could do more to help protect people from toxins from technology so they set out to complement their external protection products with supplements to help the body become more resilient to EMFs, blue light, and other toxins at the cellular level. Using the latest research and knowledge from their relationships with doctors, physicians, researchers, biologists, scientists, health experts and formulators, they created a new company, Lightbody. In her personal time, Kylen loves to spend time with her two sons and husband, Alan, who owns Caridian Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Tampa, FL. I absolutely loved our conversation about conservation, innovation and sustainability this week. Stay tuned to learn about staying well in the modern digital age. Connect with Kylen Ribeiro via: Email: media@lightbodylabs.com Website: lightbodylabs.com IG: @lightbodylabs Use this 15% discount code on all Lightbody products running from the release date for 30 days! Visit https://marinabuksov.com for more holistic content. Music from https://www.purple-planet.com. Disclaimer: Statements herein have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products listed are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases.
S07E04 - “What-Supp” for Natural Cancer Support w/ Gina Marie Ruffa aka Mama G
Mar 15 2024
S07E04 - “What-Supp” for Natural Cancer Support w/ Gina Marie Ruffa aka Mama G
What’s up everyone? I have quite a treat for you in store today, as I am introducing you to yet another inspiring guest and powerhouse. Coworkers widely regard her as “Mother Nature,” “Wellness Warrior” and an “Inspiring Health Educator.” As a parent of a child who battled cancer she can help parents with the overwhelming feeling of a childhood cancer diagnosis using her HOPE Prescription. I’m excited to introduce Gina Ruffa, a pharmacist with decades of experience in hospital, retail and independent pharmacies. Gina has been a cancer coach and has done extensive research on cancer prevention using natural remedies. Gina had a featured interview on The Truth About Cancer and has helped many people, including her son, journey through cancer while using natural interventions and alternative approaches. Gina was a guest speaker for the 2019 Reboot Health and Wellness Cruise and has been a commentator on numerous radio broadcasts as well as a sought-after speaker at health and wellness fairs and has hosted webinars pertaining to health and wellness. Gina is a graduate of Duquesne University School of Pharmacy and completed a hospital residency at Shand’s Teaching Hospital in Gainesville, FL. She is Founder/CEO of What-Supp (an herbal and supplemental coaching business). She is nationally known for her holistic pharmaceutical skills and takes an integrative approach in assisting clients individualize which herbs, SUPP-lements and foods would be most appropriate. Gina currently works as a consultant for new product developments with Farmulated.com and writes monthly blogs. She is a member of NWPSHP Northwestern Pennsylvania Society of Hospital Pharmacists and the FMPhA Functional Medicine Pharmacist Alliance. Connect with Gina Marie Ruffa via: Email: gina@theplantbasedpharmacist.com Website: The Plant Based Pharmacist IG: @ginatheplantbasedpharmacist Client consultations tailored to the individual. Visit https://marinabuksov.com for more holistic content. Music from https://www.purple-planet.com. Disclaimer: Statements herein have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products listed are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases.
S07E03 - Amplifying Pharmacy through Collaborations with Ahunna Freeman
Mar 1 2024
S07E03 - Amplifying Pharmacy through Collaborations with Ahunna Freeman
Hello fellow humans and healthcare leaders! I hope everyone had an amazing Valentine’s day and keeping up with the theme, I am beyond honored to introduce my next guest who has so much heart and courage. With this episode, we hope to inspire other pharmacists to lean into their unique qualities and coaching. My guest’s message to listeners is this: use the power of collaboration to fulfill your professional calling even if it's outside your comfort zone; just learn as you go. You don't have to wait on the sidelines to be granted the professional power & permission to help and heal our patients. There are organizations, patients, and providers that are looking for our expertise. For the ones that aren't, we'll keep educating them along the way without compromising our potential. Ahunna Freeman is a Nigerian-American. She completed her undergraduate studies in Chemistry at The University of North Carolina at Asheville. She earned her Doctor of Pharmacy Degree at Campbell University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. Ahunna Freeman began her career in pharmacy as a community pharmacist in one of the big box retail pharmacy giants. There, she fell in love with problem-solving using her skills and expertise. In 2014, Ahunna quit corporate America, opened Southside Discount Pharmacy with her husband, and began the journey of pharmacy ownership, preceptorship, and entrepreneurship. She is the president of Aligned Care LLC, a healthcare company that endorses a team-based approach to patient care in community practices. Aligned Care LLC provides consulting services to pharmacists and other healthcare providers as well as preventive care services for medical practices. Ahunna is an established trusted pillar of support for health and wellness in her virtual and in-person communities. She is passionate about preventive care, clinical services in community pharmacies, patient education/health literacy, and pharmacist-provider collaborations that provide real patient care solutions in community practices. Connect with Ahunna Freeman via: Email: DrFreeman@SouthsideDiscountRx.com Website: www.SouthsideDiscountRx.com, www.AlignedCareLLC.com FB: on website IG: on website Linked In: Ahunna Freeman, PharmD, BCGP Mention this episode to receive a 10% discount offer on any product of Aligned Care LLC either from Aligned Care Academy products or MyPharmacist product. Visit https://marinabuksov.com for more holistic content. Music from https://www.purple-planet.com. Disclaimer: Statements herein have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products listed are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases.
S07E02 - From Western Medicine to Naturopathic Care with Heather Hardin
Feb 16 2024
S07E02 - From Western Medicine to Naturopathic Care with Heather Hardin
I still can’t believe we’re already on season 7 of the podcast - marking 7 years! And I also can’t wait to introduce my next guest, who I personally got the honor to know as a human and student in my herbal practitioner program. Heather Hardin received her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Florida in 2005 and is a Board-Certified Ambulatory Care Specialist. After working as a community pharmacist, Dr Hardin became a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Florida College of Pharmacy from 2010 to 2018. Heather currently owns her own health and wellness company, Halo Health Services, where she helps clients find more natural ways to address the root causes of their health concerns, decreasing dependence on prescription medications. She works to identify and address the root cause of conditions instead of merely treating the symptoms. Heather teaches yoga, leads meditations, and sells her own CBD products. She also hosts two vodcasts/podcasts: “Pharmacists Out of the Box” and “Nurture Your Soul.” I’m beyond proud and grateful to feature this beautiful soul! PS February is heart health awareness month so let me know what questions you have around keeping your heart healthy! PPS: Hope y’all lovely people had an amazing Valentine’s day <3 Connect with Heather Hardin via: Email: heather.hardin45@gmail.com Website: HaloHealth.com FB: Heather Carroll Hardin IG: @pharmie_gal Linked In: Heather Hardin 15% off first purchase of Halo Health CBD using coupon code "Marina" at checkout (www.HaloHealthCBD.com) Visit https://marinabuksov.com for more holistic content. Music from https://www.purple-planet.com. Disclaimer: Statements herein have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products listed are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases.
S07E01 - Disrupting Dis-ease with Essential Oils with Tammy L. Davis
Feb 2 2024
S07E01 - Disrupting Dis-ease with Essential Oils with Tammy L. Davis
Hello my dear listeners, and welcome to season 7 of the Holistic Pharmacy Podcast! We are back for a fresh new season after a short break for integration and recalibration after the winter holidays. I hope that you are all taking good care of yourselves and doing the visionary work now to plant seeds for a fruitful harvest in 2024. Without further ado, allow me to introduce my first guest of the season, who is a remarkable pharmacist and holistic practitioner who overcame countless challenges and is now helping others heal despite all obstacles. Her mission is to shatter the misconceptions about 'stress' and help people recognize their innate ability to be healthy and well. Seeing health in this new light influences effective brain responses that stimulate positive epigenetic modifications without altering the underlying DNA sequence. Recognized for breaking the code on stress and the legacy of degeneration, Tammy Davis is minimizing dis-ease management and raising the standard of healthcare. After 40+ years in the field which includes pharmacology, psychology, epigenetics, and aromatherapy she is an internationally celebrated pioneer and thought leader for her groundbreaking work and discovery of Revolutionary Aromatherapy and AROMA: an integrative mastermind plus academy. She is a Clinical Neuroaromatherapist, Coach, Author, Speaker, Consultant and Facilitator on a mission to end the normalization of stress and its impact on human health, including that of the unborn. Connect with Tammy L. Davis via: Email: tammy@beremarkablyhealthy.com Website: Revolutionary Aromatherapy FB: Be Remarkably Healthy IG: @revolutionaryaromatherapy Linked In: Tammy Davis Tammy is offering a complimentary 1:1 Q&A call and a sample list of essential oils with details on why they're not necessarily safe for listeners of this podcast. Email her and mention this episode to take advantage of this offer! Visit https://marinabuksov.com for more holistic content. Music from https://www.purple-planet.com. Disclaimer: Statements herein have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products listed are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases.