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4DRUG-INDUCED NUTRIENTDEPLETION Read on how certain prescriptionmedications can deplete your bodyof important vitamins.

5SAVE ON VITAMINSGreat savings on beneficial vitaminsand supplements.

6CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVEPULMONARY DISEASEOver 700,000 Canadians havechronic obstructive pulmonarydisease, or COPD. Smoking is themain cause of COPD.

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9SPOTLIGHT ON OURCOMMUNITIESA look at Victoria and Burnaby, twoB.C. communities that Peoples isproud to be a member of.

14A FIT BRAINHelpful tips on keeping your brainactive and healthy. Exercising thebrain helps to ensure optimumcognitive health.

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Is this really a thing? Does drug-induced nutrientdepletion actually exist? Actually, it does occur.Certain prescription medications can deplete yourbody of important vitamins. This is not somethingthat comes up during the usual dialog about med-ication side effects. Luckily, this is changing. YourPeoples Drug Mart Pharmacist is always learningand passing this informationalong. This month we shallhighlight some of the most im-portant drug-induced vitamindepletions, so you and yourpharmacist can work together to help you stay healthy. How can a prescription med-

ication reduce vitamins in the body? There are afew ways this can happen. The first is that certainmedications might decrease the absorption ofnutrients from your diet. Some medications areintended to reduce stomach acid production. Vitamins and minerals that require stomach acidfor absorption might be affected. Certain nutrientsmight be removed from the body as a side effectof a medication. Diuretics (water pills) make thekidneys work better at removing sodium from thebody, but this action also removes certain vitamins. Other medications might change yourbody's metabolism and increase the utilization ofcertain vitamins. Some of these drug and nutrientinteractions might not be monitored. This is whyit is important to ask your Peoples Drug MartPharmacist about your medications.

Many people who have high blood pressure aretaking a diuretic (water pill) of some sort. Thesemedications work very well and generally have fewside effects. Your doctor and Peoples Pharmacistare aware of these medications ability to alter theamount of potassium in your body. However,some diuretics can also deplete your body of mag-

nesium, calcium and thiamin(vitamin B1). A lack of magne-sium might lead to muscleweakness, stiffness, constipa-tion and osteoporosis. Calciumis very important for bonehealth. Thiamin is very impor-tant for heart function and en-

ergy production. If you are taking a diuretic, thismight be a good time to talk to your Peoples Phar-macist to see if this depletion might affect you.Sometimes all it takes is to take extra vitamin B1and ensure you are getting enough magnesiumand calcium in your diet.Another group of medications that can cause

nutrient depletion are those which reduce the pro-duction of stomach acid. These medications in-clude the proton pump inhibitors (PPI) and H2receptor blockers. Ask your Peoples Pharmacist ifyou are taking these medications and if it could af-fect your nutritional status. While these drugs workwell to reduce the symptoms associated with ex-cessive stomach acids, certain nutrients requirestomach acid for absorption. The most notable arethe minerals calcium, iron and zinc. Normally,

Certain nutrientsmight be removedfrom the body as aside effect of amedication.

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Chronic bronchitis and emphysema are together called chronic obstructive pulmonarydisease, or COPD. This is a chronic conditionwhere not enough air enters or leaves thelungs.In chronic bronchitis, the airways (or

bronchi) that connect thewindpipe and the lungs be-come inflamed and swollen.The airways become narrowand are clogged up withthick mucus, called phlegm.Chronic bronchitis may befound together with emphy-sema, in which destructive changes of the airsacs in the lungs cause them to become larger,reducing the surface area where oxygen exchange takes place. Both diseases make it difficult to breathe.It's a very common condition, especially

among people who smoke. More than 700,000Canadians have COPD. In the United States,about 12 million are affected with this condi-tion. COPD is the fourth leading cause of deathin both Canada and the United States. Morewomen than men have COPD, except in theage category above 75.CausesSmoking is the main cause of COPD. It causes

the airways to produce excess mucus that linesthe walls of the airways, making the air passagesvery narrow. This makes it easier to get abronchial infection. An infection can causeeven more damage to the airways by causingmore mucus production.

Less common causes ofCOPD include a rare geneticdisorder called alpha-1 antit-rypsin deficiency, air pollution,exposure to occupationaldusts and chemicals, and frequent lower respiratory infections during childhood.

Symptoms and ComplicationsPeople with chronic bronchitis may cough up

phlegm almost every day.It is common for someone with chronic

bronchitis to persistently cough and wheezewhen breathing. It is also common to feel shortof breath. Low oxygen in the blood due to thedecreased ability to diffuse oxygen across theair sacs may cause the lips or fingernails to become bluish in colour.COPD can lead to heart failure, as the heart

has to work harder to pump blood into thelungs. When the heart fails to pump bloodproperly, it collects in the blood vessels of thelegs and ankles and causes them to swell - this

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It's a very common con-dition, especially amongpeople who smoke.More than 700,000Canadians have COPD.

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is called edema.Sometimes you may become housebound

because of breathing difficulties, even whendoing simple tasks such as getting dressed orwashing.

If you have COPD, it is likely that you maycatch one or two infections every winter. Youmay also occasionally cough up blood. If thishappens, it may be a sign of a more seriousproblem and it's important to see your doctor.Making the DiagnosisYour doctor will test to see how much air youcan forcefully exhale in one second. These pul-monary, or lung breathing, tests are simple andpainless. If you exhale less than normal, yourairways are inflamed, in spasm, or clogged upwith mucus. If this persists, then you may have COPD.

Treatment and PreventionEven with treatment, COPD often becomes

progressively worse. The only treatment to slowthe progression of COPD is stopping smoking.Lung function deteriorates with age, and ithappens much faster if you're a smoker.

Your doctor may prescribe medications calledshort-acting bronchodilators, including salbu-tamol*, ipratropium bromide, or a combinationof the two, which relax and widen the bronchiand help relieve shortness of breath.

If symptoms are persistent, treatment withlong-acting bronchodilators such astiotropium, salmeterol, or formoterol can beadded. If there is any inflammation present (notas common in COPD as in asthma), your doctormay suggest that you try inhaled or oral corticosteroids to help with breathing.

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Beautiful Burnaby is located in the heart ofMetro Vancouver. The city that has it all is amature, urban community with a whoppingquarter of its land as park and open space.Get lost in the valleys, two freshwater lakes,mountain forests, ocean beach and riverfronton opposing shores.

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There are also medications available that com-bine long-acting bronchodilators with inhaledcorticosteroids. Your doctor may also prescribeantibiotics for you to keep at home in case abacterial lung infection develops.

Since influenza (the flu) may make COPDsymptoms worse and can lead to respiratory failure, it is recommended that people withCOPD receive the annual flu vaccine. Some peo-ple with COPD may also benefit from receivinga pneumococcal vaccine to lower their risk ofgetting pneumonia (lung infection), which canalso lead to complications. Talk to your doctor about receiving these vaccines.

Inhaling oxygen from oxygen cylinders or anoxygen concentrator for at least 15 hours a daymay also be helpful for some people withCOPD. Finally, drinking plenty of fluids through-

out the day can help loosen phlegm buildup.Exercise with or without a formal physiother-

apy program can improve a person's quality oflife and activities. A healthy nutritional intake isimportant, as weight loss due to the increasedwork of breathing presents a serious sign of advancing COPD. Lung reduction surgery orlung transplantation can also be considered inextreme cases.

*All medications have both common (generic) and brand names. The brand name is what a spe-cific manufacturer calls the product (e.g., Tylenol®). The common name is the medical namefor the medication (e.g., acetaminophen). A medication may have many brand names, but onlyone common name. This article lists medications by their common names. For more informa-tion on brand names, speak with your doctor or pharmacist.All material © 1996-2014 MediResource Inc. The contents herein are for informational purposesonly. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any ques-tions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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We Can HelpWith ShinglesVaccinations.About 1 in 3 people will getshingles in their lifetime.Select Peoples locations offerconvenient on-site shinglesvaccinations that can preventor reduce the severity ofshingles.

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We Can Help ReduceEveryday StrainOn Your Busy Legs.Select Peoples Drug Mart andPeoples Pharmacy locations offercompression stocking and fittingservices, which help treat painfulvenous leg disorders.Check with your local Peoplesfor this health service.

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stomach acid converts these minerals into a formthat is easily absorbed from the stomach. It is gen-erally known that long term use of these medica-tions, especially PPIs, can cause an increased risk ofosteoporosis. One vitamin that does require stom-ach acid for absorption is vitamin B12. Long termvitamin B12 deficiency can lead to neurologicaldamage and anemia. If you are taking these med-ications you might want to ensure that you arealso taking extra of these important vitamins andminerals. In the case of calcium and zinc, choosethe citrate from as it does not require stomachacid for absorption.One drug that can also affect the absorption of

vitamin B12 is metformin. Metformin is a pill thathelps to treat diabetes. It appears this medicationblocks your bodies ability to absorb vitamin B12from the intestines. If you are taking metformin,you might want to take extra doses of this impor-tant vitamin. Doses of 1000mcg a day are safe formost people. Ask your physician to check your vitamin B12 levels from time to time. A lack of thisvitamin can cause nerve problems. Certain medications that help to treat epileptic

seizures can also reduce the amount of importantvitamins in your body. The drugs phenytoin, car-bamazepine, phenobarbital and primidone couldcause your liver to metabolize more vitamin Dthanusual. This reduction in vitamin D levels can reduce calcium absorption and lead to a greaterrisk of osteoporosis. It might be a wise idea to takeextra vitamin D if you are using these medications.These anti-seizure medications can also reduce theamount of folic acid in the body. This could leadto an increased risk of anemia. You should checkwith your doctor or Peoples Pharmacist before tak-ing extra folic acid. In some people, extra folic acidcan lead to a decreased seizure control.Another interesting drug-induced nutrient de-

pletion occurs with medications used to lowercholesterol. A group of medications called 'statins'are widely used to help lower cholesterol and re-duce the risk of heart disease. This is because the'statins' can reduce the levels of a vitamin-likecompound in your body called Coenzyme Q-10

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Going Away For Spring Break?Some immunizations for internationaltravel require a series of vaccinations thatare administered over a 2-3 month period.

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Most Peoples locations conveniently administer travelvaccinations on-site. Talk to a People Pharmacist ifyou're travelling to a tropical destination and discussthe following common illnesses:

cholera, hepatitis A, hepatitis Bmalaria, traveller's diarrheatyphoid fever

Talk to a Peoples Pharmacist who can advise you onthe medications, vaccinations and health supplies thatyou'll need for a safe and healthy trip.

Focus On Calcium & Vitamin DHelps Reduce Risk Of Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to losemass and become thin and brittle. Weaker bonesmean there is more risk of breaks, which can result inpain, deformity, and other serious consequences. Aspeople age their bodies start to re-absorb calcium fromtheir bones, leading to some loss in bone density. Osteoporosis affects about one in four women overthe age of 50 and one in eight men over 50.

You can reduce your risk of osteoporosis by quittingsmoking, limiting daily alcohol to two beverages orless, reducing caffeine intake and getting enough cal-cium, getting enough vitamin D, and staying physi-cally active.

Talk to a Peoples Pharmacist about the benefits ofcalcium and vitamin D supplements.

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We Can Help WithTravel Vaccinations.Make Peoples your first destinationfor travel health. Most Peopleslocations provide convenienton-site vaccination services so youcan have a worry free and safevacation.

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Louisa BalbiPharmacy Manager, Golden

We Can HelpWith Vitamins &Supplements.A Peoples Pharmacist can provideprofessional advice on possibleinteractions between vitamins,supplements and medications.Trust your health with a PeoplesPharmacist.

Tamer MahmoudPharmacy Manager, Chetwynd

We Can Help WithMedication Reviews.Medication reviews are in-depthconsultations that improve healthoutcomes by helping resolve anyissues that may have arisen due toyour medication. Ask about themedication review service.

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(CoQ10). CoQ10 is found in almost every cell inthe human body. Its primary purpose is to helpyour body produce cellular energy. Of interestingnote, there is a rare genetic disorder of impairedcellular energy production called mitochondrialencephalomyopathy with symptoms that includemuscle weakness, headaches and vomiting. Coincidentally, some of the major side effects ofthe 'statins' are muscle fatigue, headaches andvomiting. Supplementation with Co-Q10 can helpresolve these conditions. Supplementation with Co-Q10 might not be for

everyone. This supplement can lower blood pressure,so people using anti-hypertension medicationsshould use this supplement with caution. Co-Q10can also interact with warfarin, a prescriptionblood-thinner. If your have any questions aboutCo-Q10 ask your Peoples Pharmacist. They can bea wealth of information about all sorts of supple-ments.This may be of interest to young women, oral

birth control pills can reduce the amount of cer-tain B vitamins in the body. Many of the B vita-mins are affected, including folic acid, B6, B2 andB1. Many of these vitamins are very important forprenatal health, especially folic acid. It might bewise for women taking birth control pills to take aB complex vitamin supplement, or even better aprenatal vitamin. This will ensure that they will notbe lacking any of these essential nutrients if theydecide to start a family. This is by no means a complete list of drug-in-

duced nutrient depletions, there are many more.There are entire books written on the subject, soask your Peoples Pharmacist if your medicationsmight be affecting your nutritional status. Evenbetter, ask if your neighbourhood Peoples Phar-macist can book you in for a medication review.During this review, your Pharmacist makes one-on-one time to explain your medications and an-swers any questions you might have. The moreyou know about your health and your medica-tions, the better you can live.

Written By Ian Lloyd, Pharmacist & Chartered Herbalist

Darlene BoothR.H.N., B.S.W.

Being a naturally curious person has served me well overthe years. Curiosity has engaged me in lifelong learning ad-ventures that included taking on university at the age of 50.In spite of huge doubts as to the probability of the educa-tional adventure turning out well, I am happy to report thatwhat began as a 1 year trial period, turned out to be a 4 yearride resulting in a Social Work degree. It was a bumpy ride,but achieving Dean’s list status upon graduation far ex-ceeded any expectations I had originally imagined. Year onewas the hardest� relearning how to learn was like walkingthrough quick setting cement. Studying was tedious and ittook a tremendous amount of time and effort. Perseverancewas key and by year four the neurons were firing muchquicker and my cognitive functions were noticeably fitter.Use it or lose it had pretty much been lip service to me butexperiential learning now solidifies it as truth. My brain hasbeen forever altered and I mean that in the best of ways.

Neuroscience has become fascinated with the brain andthe aging baby boomer population is good incentive for re-searchers to study ways to keep cognitive functions healthyas we age. We used to believe that the brain was certain todeteriorate once we turned the corner into middle age butscience is now touting that brain plasticity means the agingprocess can go either way. The brain is just like any othermuscle in the body� it will atrophy without use and it will ex-pand through exercise. Plasticity is not age dependent but itdoes take more of a purposeful focus as the shadow of ouryouthful years lengthens. While enrolling in university is cer-tainly a sure fire way to forge some new neural pathways,there are other ways to exercise the brain to ensure optimumcognitive health.

1. Be a student for life and never stop seeking out new ex-periences and knowledge. You may want to take up a newinstrument or hobby, keep a good book handy or join a clubor an organization that challenges you to new ways of think-ing. You want to fully engage and exercise the brain in a va-riety of new activities.

2. If games are your thing there are benefits to solving jig-

saw puzzles, Sudoku and crosswords. As much as technol-ogy may have a negative impact on our mindfulness andfocus, many online programs are geared at exercises thathelp to strengthen brain functioning and speed.

3. Building models, knitting or playing an instrumentstrengthens the part of the brain involved in fine motor skills.Work with your hands or practice using your non-dominanthand when doing some everyday activities like brushing yourteeth and eating. The extra benefit of eating with your non-dominant hand is that it forces you to eat slower which isfabulous for your digestive processes.

4. Actively practice using your memory. Often what wethink of as a failing memory is just a result of sleepwalkingthrough the day or relying too much on external memorieslike cell phones and computers. Engage the memory as yougo about your day. Rather than just observing the worldaround you - participate in it. What is the name of that tree,flower or bird you observed? Make it your mission to com-mit new names and numbers to memory. Repetition andpractice are important.

5. Engage all the senses and you will engage more of thebrain. Be fully present with your activities and take time toregister all sights, smells, sounds and sensations. When wasthe last time you really sat down to truly savour a meal orstop to take in the wholeness of a flower?

6. Your brain works while you sleep so make sure yoursleep habits are optimal. One of the best things I learnedwhile I was in school is that taking a nap after studying orlearning a new skill can do wonders for helping the brainconsolidate new information.

As with any pursuit of optimal health, success comes whenwe incorporate a variety of strategies. Challenging the brainis as important as getting rid of junk food, feeding the brainnutritionally sound food and getting a daily dose of oxygenthrough moderate exercise. The good news for most of us isthat it is never too late to put on your thinking cap and giveyour brain a good workout.

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Chopped peeled orange- 4 cups 1 Litrefleshed sweet potato (about 3⁄4 inch, 2 cm, pieces)Chopped cauliflower 3 cups 750 mLChopped yellow pepper (3⁄4 inch, 2 cm, pieces) 2 cups 500 mLChopped onion 1 cup 250 mLLong-grain brown rice 1 cup 250 mLCan of coconut milk 14 oz. 398 mLPrepared vegetable broth 1 cup 250 mLBrown sugar, packed 1 tbsp. 15 mLChili paste (sambal oelek) 1 tbsp. 15 mLFinely grated ginger root 2 tsp. 10 mL(or 1⁄2 tsp., 2 mL, ground ginger)Garlic cloves, minced 2 2(or 1⁄2 tsp., 2 mL, powder)Dried thyme 1⁄2 tsp. 2 mLGround allspice 1⁄2 tsp. 2 mLGround cinnamon 1⁄4 tsp. 1 mLSalt 1⁄2 tsp. 2 mLPepper 1⁄4 tsp. 1 mLChopped unsalted toasted pumpkin seeds 1⁄3 cup 75 mLCombine first 5 ingredients in greased 3 1/2 to 4 quart (3.5 to 4 L) slow cooker. Whisk next 11 ingredients in medium bowl. Pour over vegetables. Stir.Cook, covered, on Low for 8 to 9 hours or on High for 4 to 4 1/2 hours. Sprinkle with pumpkin seeds. Makes about 8 cups (2 L).1 cup (250 mL): 280 Calories; 11 g Total Fat (0 g Mono, 0 g Poly, 9 g Sat); 0 mg Cholesterol; 42 g Carbohydrate; 5 g Fibre; 5 g Protein; 320 mg Sodium

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