The Truth About Medications, Side Effects & Feeling Better Naturally

Medications can save lives—but are we leaning on them too much? Dr. Reshma Kapadia joins us to unpack what pharmacists actually do, how overprescribing happens, and why deprescribing should be part of every care conversation. We also talk about how food, timing, and honest education can change your health more than you might expect. Whether you’re managing medications for yourself or someone you love, this episode brings fresh clarity to what it means to truly feel well.

Chapters:

00:00 – Tea, Tylenol & What Really Helps

06:58 – What Pharmacists Actually Do

12:07 – Why Doctors Aren’t Enough

18:22 – Timing, Side Effects & Medication Mistakes

24:19 – What is Deprescribing (and Why It Matters)

30:33 – When Food is the Better Medicine

38:13 – Changing the System: Education, Access & Advocacy

49:44 – Final Thoughts & How to Advocate for Yourself

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