Tips from the pros at Chempro Chemists.
Tips from the pros at Chempro Chemists.
There are a few things we have uttered lately that have never come out of our mouths quite so much. One is the phrase ‘flattening the curve’ (which we hope to never have to say again), another is ‘pivot’ (ditto) and the third is immunity. Something we’ve all had to become more aware of lately and will need to continue to stay on top of as winter rolls around.
Which, as judging by recent unwillingness to leave the bed in the morning, is very soon.
Now there’s obviously a lot of noise around the place regarding how best to boost your immune system so we thought it would be a good idea to go straight to those in the know. Chempro Chemists of course.
And what they have to say is that right now, there is an absolute myriad of ways to support your immune system and one that is an absolute must is with vitamins.
The new June catalogue is filled with options and you can of course choose your own adventure in that regard, but we’ve pulled out a few Chempro recommend in case you need a little guidance.
Starting with good old Vitamin C, which some of us here have been consuming religiously for the past two months. Faulding Vitamin C is a premium option that supports healthy immune function and general health and wellbeing while reducing the occurrence of the common cold. So that’s good news.
In terms of vitamin supplements Nature’s Own are an affordable choice with options to support your immune health of course but also a huge selection to support particular elements of your health that may need assistance.
Go Healthy offer a natural range of supplements including Go Vir-Defence for that all-important immune strengthening.
Comvita, Nature’s Way Vitamins and Bioglan are also excellent options and you can always ask the friendly staff at your local Chempro Chemists if you need help deciding which is best for you.
Now, perhaps more than ever, it’s very important that we take care of our health in any and every way possible and as we know, winter is cold and flu season, so our immune systems should be our top priority.
Chempro Chemists have absolutely everything you need, so pop in and stock up.
You can check out their June catalogue here.
Stay healthy Gold Coasters.
STORY SPONSORED BY CHEMPRO CHEMISTS
It’s pretty much a sure bet that if you haven’t had the (completely awful) flu this season, you know someone who has, or does right now.
Those in the know are saying it’s the worst one we’ve seen in five years and that certainly seems to be the case with our Gold Coast pals, many of whom have spent weeks in bed with it.
In honour of spring, and because surely its time for the flu to leave now, we’ve listed the top five ways to avoid the nasty bug. You’re welcome.
1. Wash your hands at every opportunity, especially before eating. This absolutely necessary process take 8.7 seconds of your life but it’s often something that’s forgotten in the haste of, you know, doing other stuff. Quite obviously the more you wash your hands, the less germs there are and the less likelihood of illness. Be one of those people and buy yourself a hand sanitizer to carry about too.
2. Encourage people (we want to say kids but some adults also need to be told) to sneeze into their elbows if there are no tissues (or hankies, right Dad!) around. You don’t even realise how many things you touch throughout a day that others also have to touch. This is how germs spread guys, sneeze securely.
3. If you are sick, for the love of God, stay home. If you can’t get to the Doctor call our good mates Dial A Home Doctor and they’ll come to you – best. There’s nothing worse than being stuck in an office with no windows and an air conditioner that’s happy to disperse illness to anyone who can breathe (that’s everyone). Arrange to work from home if possible and if it’s not, stay home anyway, work can wait. Tell ‘em we said so.
4. If everyone around you is sick, or even if they aren’t, load up your meals with veggies, garlic, ginger, turmeric, all of the immune boosting things. You should do this regardless of the season and potential bugs in the air because a healthy immune system is the key to a healthy life and that’s a fact yo.
So there you have it, together we can eradicate this terrible flu and get outside and enjoy the spring sunshine we all very much deserve.
POST SPONSORED BY Dial A Home Doctor.
Words by Kirra Smith.
Quite obviously, the world is in somewhat of a state right now. We’ve never experienced anything like it and we’re all at somewhat of a loss as to what to do. Except buy all of the toilet paper it seems.
Of course, we’re also edging close to winter and being told to stay away from each other for the time being. And for those us who don’t socially distance on the regular, it’s strange not knowing exactly what we can and can’t do, but there are people out there who can help and plenty of legitimate advice to pay attention to.
Like the following we rounded up from our pals at Chempro Chemists.
Get a flu vaccination
Now is the perfect time. We’re not saying this will make you immune to any other illnesses around the place but being immune to the flu is obviously helpful in a myriad of ways. Chempro offer flu vaccinations in store without the need for a script and if there’s one way we can help keep our nation even a little bit healthier, it is this. Get in and get yours as soon as possible.
Diabetes and blood pressure testing
Another service that you may not be aware, not necessarily related to the current state of the world, is diabetes and blood pressure testing. This is also available at selected Chempro Chemists and even if you get tested just for peace of mind, it’s worth doing.
Many Chempro stores are opening earlier and staying open later and extending their trading hours to meet the consumer demand, so rest assured your local Chempro Chemists are here to help and support in this time.
So there you have it. Everything is quite up in the air, but if there’s any way to make a difference regarding the spread of illness or distancing yourself from people, it’s probably worth doing.
If you’re interested in finding out about the services your local Chempro Chemist offer, feel free to contact them or visit their website here.
Stay well.
STORY SPONSORED BY CHEMPRO CHEMISTS
Words by Kirra Smith
Hands up if you’re in a toxic relationship with Uber Eats? You want to bite that hand feeding you, even though, technically, that hand is yours. So maybe this is a self-restraint issue? Don’t worry, this isn’t a therapy session- just a list of healthy takeaways that don’t require any restraint at all! Because, well, they’re healthy, obviously?
Here’s your cheat sheet for the best healthy takeaway eats on the Gold Coast.
As wholesome as it gets, Dalas Kitchen is a gourmet salad bar with two Gold Coast locations, online delivery and catering. They’re known for the most deluxe salads, but also serve sangas (on house-made focaccia), bagels and sodas too! Ran out of time to meal prep? Just order’ Dalas At Your Desk’ via their website!
Our pick: the vegan and dairy-free Bangin’ Cauli’ with panko-crusted roasted cauliflower, Asian slaw, mint, coriander, shallots, crushed peanuts and a creamy maple sriracha dressing!
Where: 2247 Gold Coast Hwy, Mermaid Beach and 6 Fifth Avenue, Palm Beach
Voted Gold Coast’s best healthy vegan eats, Govindas is not just a restaurant, but a mission. They’re a non-profit serving up feel-good, budget-friendly, and ethically made vegetarian fare. Every dish is as soul-nourishing as the next, with curries, salads, sides and more. They also run specials daily!
Our pick: Thursday’s Shepherd’s Pie– a classic!
Where: 20 James St, Burleigh Heads and 72 Griffith St, Coolangatta
This place is a plant-based paradise; every dish is a visual and nutritional masterpiece. If you’re yet to experience the best of vegan cuisine, let Cardamon Pod be your gateway! It’s as decadent and exciting as vegan dishes come- from raw cakes to globally inspired mains.
Our pick: Vegan Madras Chicken Tacos with tamarind popcorn ‘chicken’, bhuja, BBQ corn chat salsa, madras mayo and jalapeño cheese pakoras.
Where: 3/3 Brolga Ave, Brickworks Ferry Road, Southport
Quick, healthy and tasty- Just Fresh Made is your go-to for mouthwatering salads, spuds, wraps and fresh juices. Whether you’re craving something light and refreshing or a little heartier, Just Fresh Made has you covered every day of the week.
Our pick: Classic Fresh Veg Spud loaded with your choice of protein, smashed avo, tomato salsa, kale mix, sour cream and herb butter.
Where: Shop 1/84 Scarborough Street, Southport
They’re the Asian-inspired salad bar shaking up the fast-food game with zingy Asian bowls and rolls full of flavour and crunch. Banana Blossom is an East Coast favourite, serving in locations from the Sunny Coast to Bondi Beach. Their salads, rice bowls, and rice paper rolls are a fast, healthy and flavourful way to get your takeaway fix.
Our pick: Satay Salad with chicken, tofu or beef, plus pineapple, rice noodles, bean sprouts and a mouthwatering Malay-style dressing.
Where: Shop E117 Oracle East 6 Charles Ave, Broadbeach
Come for the poke, stay for the roti wraps and smoothie bowls. This Mermaid Beach gem dishes up generous, customisable bowls with all the toppings your taste buds could desire. They offer plenty of vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free options to suit all!
Our pick: Nacho Bowl with chilli con carne, smoked sour cream, guac, habanero jam, and crunchy wonton chips.
Where: 2375 Gold Coast Highway, Mermaid Beach
Plant-based yum cha? What about take-home banquet packs?! Hell yeah! This little vegan restaurant in Mermaid Beach serves up mind-blowing Asian yum cha and meals that are so damn good it’s earned them a 92% recommendation on Facebook! This place is a not-to-miss, with insane hot pots, soups and noodles, and even vegan ‘meat’ and ‘seafood’ dishes.
Our pick: Any noodle dish (seriously, you can’t go wrong)- but don’t skip the entrees.
Where: 90 Market St, Mermaid Waters
Three words, well, dishes; donburi, okonomiyaki and sushi. Does healthy takeaway get much better than Japanese soul food? Okazu does it best- fast, fresh and in two locations. They also do poke bowls, burgers, bento combo meals and plenty of options for the kiddies.
Our pick: Teriyaki Beef Okonomiyaki with a side of miso soup.
Where: 1/2223 Gold Coast Highway, Mermaid Beach and 90 Markeri St Mermaid Waters
Don’t let the same put you off because this famed franchise is single-handedly making salads great again! They taste so damn good you forget you’re getting your entire daily intake of veg in one bowl! Build your own or pick from a menu of stacked bowls.
Our pick: The O.G. Chicken with poached chicken, kale, beets, crispy shallots, seaweed salad and roasted sesame dressing.
Where: Soul Boardwalk Shop T120B/4 Esplanade Surfers Paradise, Shop/4252 Robina Town Centre Dr, Robina and 2 James Street Burleigh Heads
Your servo snack stop just got a serious glow-up. Fox’s Pantry is a gourmet grocer/café hybrid (also a servo) serving fresh and fab whole eats, including sandwiches, salads, soups and more. Whether you follow a vegan, gluten free, dairy free or, keto lifestyle or diet….they have something ya!
Our pick: whatever you get, just don’t leave without a smoothie!
Where: 468 Golden Four Drive, Tugun
This Currumbin spot is a treasure trove of health-conscious delights. While catering is their main gig, their in-house and takeaway eats are at the next level. They use only the highest quality ingredients to make only the best-tasting eats that will fill your belly and warm your heart.
Our pick: the Organic Handcrafted Tofu Burger
Where: Shop 2 – 30 Currumbin Creek Rd, Currumbin
Words by Chelsea Ipsen
