On average, I probably see at least 3-5 new patients diagnosed with vitamin D deficiency or insufficiency every DAY. It’s incredibly common now to see this in community pharmacies up and down the country. So why do you need Vitamin D? The biggest reason is that vitamin D helps you absorb calcium. And why do […]
Rule of thumb for buying the right supplement for you
Before buying any supplement, always ask yourself three questions: Do i need this supplement? If you can get it from diet that is always preferable. Things like vitamin D you can answer a question like this with a simple blood test at your GP 2) Is this supplement scientifically proven to do what its […]
The trouble with supplements
Most of us regularly buy supplements, and often we are faced with a huge shelf with bottles that make no sense. The labels are cryptic or full of jargon, and it’s often quite difficult to choose the right product. There are few basic issues to understand before you go ahead and dive into the world […]
Hello all
And welcome to my blog, I am an experienced pharmacist from the United Kingdom bringing you helpful tips on a range of medicinal products. The aim of this blog to help you understand how to use medicine properly. Stay informed and stay healthy. […]