There are many supplements available that contain Zinc, but what are the benefits of Zinc supplements? The refining of cereal grains, a major dietary staple in the UK, has been shown to remove upto 90% of the available zinc content of these foodstuffs. This, combined with the trend to eat less animal-derived protein, is likely…

The menopause is marked by the ending of menstruation and occurs at an average age of 50, but the usual range is from 47-52. The menopausecan be a challenging time for amny women as they may experience pysiological changes and have to make decisions regarding the range of different treatment options available. Due to the…

While Sudocrem is claimed to be the UK’s number one selling nappy rash cream, its makers emphasise its versatility, and as a useful first aid item. Sudocrem‘s mild antiseptic properties are said to help soothe the soreness of sunburn, for example, while having an emolient effect. Sudocrem can also be used on cuts and grazes…

Pharmacy First are running a Free Prize Draw to win a years supply of multivitamins. All you have to do to be in with a chance of winning is to join our Facebook Page. All members of our Facebook page will be eligible for the prize. The prize draw will be made on the 31st…

Every year people over-indulge at Christmas Time and New Years. So, we thought that we would put together a list of the best ways of avoiding a hangover after this years festivities. Please feel free to add your own tips in the comments below! Top Tip Number 1: Vegetable Soup – Apparently having a bowl…

Most people nowadays have heard of Viagra, or Cialis. These are both well known drugs for treating erectile dysfunction. Now there are growing numbers of herbal alternatives, such as Viapro, that have hit the market and many people have found to be effective. Viapro Capsules contain a blend of natural herbs that increase sexual performance…

Would you get enough magnesium in your diet? Were you aware it could help prevent type 2 diabetes? Dr. Ka He from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and colleagues have found that people who ingested the most magnesium from foods and vitamin supplements were about half as likely to develop diabetes in…

According to research done by St Andrews University eating a healthy diet and exercising regularly can improve your attractiveness more than make-up or cosmetic surgery. The research showed that people tended to pick up on slight changes to skin colour and that people prefered the colours, or hues, that would reflect a healthier lifestyle. “What…

Research has found that people who exercise more are less prone to colds. A 1000 person study found that people who are more active have about half the chance of colds and viruses than people who were not active. It also showed that if the cold is not prevented the severity of it is reduced…

People can suffer from itchy and irritated skin at different times of the year, but Eurax offers relief all year round to allow people to get on with their every day lives. Itchy and irritated skin is common during the summer months as a result of an increase in the incidence of heat rash, sunburn…