Johnson Compounding and Wellness Center

Why choose a PCAB accredited pharmacy?

Gary Kracoff — Sun, 22 Aug 2010 22:36:38 +0000

Choosing your compounding pharmacy may be as important as choosing your doctor. Compounding medications is an integral part of the practice of pharmacy – yet many people may not even be aware of it.. Compounded medications are prescriptions that are written by a physician, veterinarian or other legally authorized prescriber and prepared for an individual [...]

Johnson Compounding and Wellness Center goes solar

Gary Kracoff — Sun, 22 Aug 2010 17:41:55 +0000

Johnson Compounding and Wellness Center now has a renewable energy system to show the community they are just as committed to a healthy environment as they are to the wellness of their customers. Johnson Compounding, a PCAB Accredited Pharmacy, provides customized naturopathic and homeopathic remedies to meet the health needs of their customers. They address [...]

Pharmacist (Gary Kracoff) expouses benefit of probiotics

Gary Kracoff — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 14:41:02 +0000

By Joyce Kelly/Daily News staff Daily News Tribune Posted Aug 17, 2010 @ 02:20 AM WALTHAM — Growing up in a pharmacy, Gary Kracoff would notice his parents’ customers, over the years, as well as their children, required “more and more” medications just to maintain their health, and thought, “there has to be a better [...]

Trying to hide Toenail Fungus?

Gary Kracoff — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 21:54:47 +0000

Onychomycosis is a localized infection of the nail or nail bed caused by fungi. It is not life threatening; however, it can cause inconvenience, sometimes pain and discomfort. An estimated 11 million Americans suffer from onychomycosis, and up to 48 % have at least one affected toe by the time they reach 70 years old. [...]

Seven 7 cream- The perfect answer for troubled skin

Gary Kracoff — Fri, 23 Apr 2010 18:26:36 +0000

7 Cream was developed by British homeopath robin Logan after many years of searching for the perfect skin cream. Robin is the author of the best selling textbook The Homeopathic Treatment of Eczema and has over 20 years of experience of teaching, practicing and writing about homeopathy. In all that time he never found a skin [...]

Spring Allergies are here!

Gary Kracoff — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 15:37:09 +0000

Loren and Walley talk about Allergy New England Mix click to listen! Here are some suggestions: Allergy New England Mix: 2 sprays 1-4 times a day as needed This is a homeopathic blend of the pollens that are native to New England. No drowsiness, will not interact with prescriptions. Safe for kids and adults. On sale [...]

Fosamax may increase risk of broken bones in some women

Gary Kracoff — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 20:31:59 +0000

As reported on ABC News March 8th, 2010 Fosamax (alendronate) is taken to help make bones stronger, and to assist people with osteopenia or osteoporosis. Over the years there have been many reports by oral surgeons that they are seeing brittle jaw bones in many people who have been on Fosamax. Many times the bone [...]

Gary makes chicken vegetable soup on Fox Providence RI

Gary Kracoff — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 18:07:32 +0000

This morning I was down in Providence RI at Fox news. I appeared on the Rhode Show and make chicken vegetable soup. During the cooking, we discussed immune system support, how good food helps us stay healthy and why eating a healthy diet is important. The group down there was great, interested in promoting good health [...]

FDA issues warning about the use of some asthma inhalers

Gary Kracoff — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 18:46:17 +0000

The following appeared in the WSJ today, February 19th, 2010. Safety experts advising the FDA have been sending up flares about various asthma drugs for several years. In 2007, a panel said GlaxoSmithKline’s Serevent and Advair should carry a warning about risks to children. In 2008, experts said Serevent and Norvartis’s Foradil shouldn’t be used for asthma [...]

Enzymes: the keys to digestive health

Gary Kracoff — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 21:59:32 +0000

Eighty million Americans suffer from digestive problems on a daily basis, and special diets have become the norm. I see the reality of our struggle with impaired digestion first hand. I am writing to you today to share the story of enzymes which many believe to be the next wave of wellness in the digestion category. [...]

Pharmax mix and match special

Gary Kracoff — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 19:18:48 +0000

We have a great promotion to kick off the new year! Mix and match any Pharmax products: 3 items save 20% 6 items save 25% 12 items save 30% HLC High Potency Probiotics, Finest pure fish oil liquid and capsules, Liver support and detox caps, Bile support caps, High DHA fish oil, Finest pure fish [...]

Johnson Compounding and Wellness is the ONLY Sterile PCAB Acredited Pharmacy in Massachusetts

Steve Bernardi — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 17:04:35 +0000

Many people ask us what does PCAB accredited mean? PCAB (Pharmacy Compounding Accreditation Board) was created by leading organizations in pharmacy for the purpose of recognizing those compounding pharmacies that have demonstarted their outstanding commitment to quality. Johnson Compounding and Wellness Center has been tested against an extremely challenging set of national standards created by [...]

Wai Lana Yoga and Fitness Products

Mary Hodgetts — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 00:08:40 +0000

Fitness in Harmony with the Earth In line with Johnson’s philosophy to provide our customers with health-conscious and environmentally friendly products that care for the whole person, we have introduced an eco-friendly line of yoga and fitness products by Wai Lana Green. These products include EnviroMats that have a soft and supportive surface for your [...]

Tasteburst finest pure fish oil chewables for kids

Gary Kracoff — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 20:37:05 +0000

Tastburst Finest Pure Fish Oil Chewables are perfect for children as the tasty chewable softgel capsule breaks open in the mouth to release the delicious natural orange flavored Pharmax Finest Pure Fish Oil. It is fun to take. Increased intake of EPA and DHA from fish oil may be highly beneficial to a wide spectrum [...]

JCWC Health and Wellness Product Fair

Diane Bernardi — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 12:10:16 +0000

Wednesday, December 16th,2009 11AM to 2PM Last month’s fair was such a success that we decided to do it again. There will be representation from Flora, Luvalla , Rainbow Light, Organix South, Aloe Life & Modern Mermaids. We will have tastings of a great protein drink, berry antioxidant drink, Yogi tea and some incredibly delicious [...]

Gary talks to Gene Lavanchy at Fox News Thursday November 12, 2009 about what to do for the flu

Diane Bernardi — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 22:17:35 +0000

This morning I was interviewed by Gene Lavanchy at Fox News about what you can do to support your immune system so you don’t get sick. We talked about diet, stress reduction, good foods, and also what to do if you begin to feel sick. We also spoke about what can be given safely to [...]

Child Doses Of Tamiflu In Short Supply

Gary Kracoff — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 23:46:52 +0000

Pharmacist Stephen Bernardi appeared on WBZ TV 6:00 Evening News Thursday October 29th concerning the shortage of children’s Tamiflu. Johnson Compounding and Wellness Center in their state of the art sterile compounding room is custom compounding this medications for doctors and their patients. To date, only 60 pharmacies out of over 56,000 nationwide have successfully [...]

ViraStop 2X Enzymedica

Diane Bernardi — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 23:10:26 +0000

Protease enzymes break down proteins, be they proteins in the digestive system, cellular debris or toxins in the blood. Not all proteases, however, can break down all proteins. Therapeutic protease enzymes go beyond digestion, travel through our bloodstream and serve as catalysts to metabolism, detoxification and immune activity. The proteolytic enzymes in ViraStop 2X support [...]

Candidase and Probiotics to the Rescue

Gary Kracoff — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 23:05:14 +0000

Candida albicans is a yeast-like fungus that normally lives in healthy balance in the body. It is found mostly in the intestines, genital tract, mouth and throat. When the balance is upset, overgrowth results. This occurs mostly with the use of broad-spectrum antibiotics that destroy the healthy micro-flora and a weakened immune system from long-standing [...]

Do you burp when you take Omega-3 fish oil?

Gary Kracoff — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 13:36:14 +0000

Fats are labeled as essential or non-essential. Essential fats (EFA’s) must be consumed through diet or supplements because the body cannot synthesize them. Popular supplements that provide EFA’s come in the form of oils such as fish oils, flax oil, borage oil, krill, coconut and evening primrose oil. Many of us know the importance of [...]