Ashley Wong, PharmD

Apple cider vinegar (ACV) is the fermented juice of crushed apples. The sour-tasting liquid is a popular ingredient in salad dressings, marinades, and sauces. ACV is also popular as a health supplement, as it contains beneficial compounds and nutrients like […]

Caffeine is a natural stimulant found in plants like coffee beans, tea leaves, kola nuts, and cacao pods. Most people get caffeine from coffee, carbonated sodas, tea, and energy drinks. Inflammation occurs when your immune system releases chemicals to fight

Joint pain—whether due to injury, infection, or arthritis—can make everyday activities uncomfortable, if not impossible. Addressing your joint pain and the inflammation that may be causing it can help make life easier. Oral, topical, or injectable nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)

Migraines are one of the most common neurological illnesses, affecting more than one billion people worldwide each year. A migraine is a type of headache that involves recurrent attacks of throbbing or pulsating pain, typically on one side of the

A compounded medication is a drug a healthcare provider prepares to meet your specific needs. It’s made by combining, mixing, or altering ingredients of a drug. Compounded medications are important for people who cannot be treated by or cannot access

Suppositories are solid medications that are inserted into the body. Different types of suppositories can be inserted into the rectum, vagina, or urethra (the tube where urine leaves your body). Some suppositories work locally where they’re inserted, while others are

Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are a group of drugs that reduce the amount of acid in your stomach. PPIs help treat certain acid-related conditions, such as acid reflux and stomach ulcers. While most PPIs come in oral forms, some are