PatchAid Blog

Explore everyday wellness, routines, and tips for using PatchAid patches.

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What Is Cabin Fever? Seasonal Affective Disorder

January 7, 2022 Alex Brecher

Have you ever noticed “cabin fever” in winter? Do you consider yourself a summer person? Is your mood a little less bright in winter? It is more than your imagination...

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Taking Time to Relax and Unwind

January 5, 2022 Alex Brecher

Mental health has always been important, but recently it has become a focal point in new outlets and other media. Daily stressors are always present. The COVID-19 pandemic has made...

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Keeping up with Vitamins After Bariatric Surgery

January 3, 2022 Alex Brecher

One of the most important ways you can take care of yourself after bariatric surgery is to take your vitamins. It can be challenging, but PatchAid Vitamin Patches can help....

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92% of the Population Have Vitamin Deficiency. Are You One of Them?

December 23, 2021 Alex Brecher

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5537775/ Many people assume that they get plenty of vitamins. They think that if they eat a basically healthy diet, they will certainly get all of the nutrients they need....

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Dealing with the Winter Blues Aka “Cabin Fever”

December 22, 2021 Alex Brecher

Some people love winter. They love the cooler or freezing temperatures, rain or snow, and staying indoors by the fire. Other people get the winter blues. And they are not...

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Avoiding Vitamin D Deficiencies in Winter

December 16, 2021 Alex Brecher

Vitamin D may have been a bit of an unsung hero historically, but that is changing fast. Vitamin D is needed for bone health, proper immune function, and even healthy...

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8 Common Signs You May Be Deficient in Vitamins

December 15, 2021 Alex Brecher

A healthy, balanced diet can theoretically provide all of the essential nutrients, but are you sure you are getting what you need? It may be tricky to get enough of...

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Strengthening Immunity at the Height of Flu Season

December 9, 2021 Alex Brecher

The COVID-19 pandemic may have dominated the news for nearly two years, but flu season still happens. Because both flu and COVID-19 are threats at the same time, it can...

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Menopause Relief Patch

December 8, 2021 Alex Brecher

If you are going through menopause, you may already know quite a bit about its effects. The symptoms of menopause can last for years. Hot flashes, trouble with memory, night...