Health Advice
At Bendigo UFS, we’re committed to providing trusted, professional health advice to help you make informed decisions about your wellbeing.
From medication guidance to preventative health tips, chronic condition support, and family health insights, our resources are designed to keep you informed and empowered. Explore our latest general health advice below or visit us in-store for personalised support.
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Why can’t I sleep?
We all need a good night’s sleep to function optimally, yet many of us never get it. There could be immeasurable reason for this, but a few of the common ones have to do with poor sleep hygiene, consuming stimulants late in the day and dietary factors.
Hearty and warm for Autumn and Winter
Shepherd’s Pie
Low fat, saturated fat, salt and sugar.
Hydration – Create your own cool change
Drinking eight standard glasses of plain, filtered water every day helps maintain critical moisture balance of the body and skin, and assists in detoxing. If you drink caffeinated beverages, you need to triple the amount of water you drink!
Hand Hygiene – Keep the Bugs Away Today!
Did you know that washing your hands properly is the SINGLE most effective action to help reduce infection?
Protect your skin this summer
At least two in three Australians are diagnosed with skin cancer before the age of 70. Skin cancer is one of the most expensive of cancers for the Australian Healthcare system, but also one of the most preventable
Body movement
People often wonder how much they need to move their bodies, and if they really need to exercise or not. Let me tell you this, exercise is not just a fad, and the human body is designed to be moved in some way every single day.
Iron and Blood
Pharmacists are experts on medicines and drug therapy. The pharmacists at UFS have all completed a university course and intern year, and come with a variety of past experience such as hospital pharmacy, mental health, oncology, medication review and international volunteering.
Autumn Sniffles
Coming into Autumn, staff at UFS pharmacies traditionally notice a change in the conditions that patients seek treatment for. For the next month, I will be concentrating on nasal congestion and colds, zinc testing, influenza and skin care.
More food swaps
The concept of food swapping is a great one to adopt into your daily life. It allows you to add foods into your diet that you mightn’t normally have, rather than taking things away.
Eating for calmness
The world we live in today can be extremely busy, and it’s easy to feel a little overwhelmed and stressed. Using food as a way to help reduce the stress in your life is a simple and wonderful tool.
The importance of green leafies
Green leafy vegetables such as Kale, chard, rocket and spinach are essential aspects of the human diet if we want to feel healthy and vibrant.
How to cook Quinoa and Buckwheat
As a naturopath I often recommend to my patients to replace white rice with Quinoa and buckwheat. These wholefoods are not as commonly used as rice, and so I can’t ask you to use them without equipping you with knowledge of how to cook them!
Homemade muesli
It’s time for a recipe, and when it comes to muesli and breakfast dishes, homemade is always the best! Most cereals that come from the supermarket and out of box, have more nutrients in the box than the cereal, and certainly the box would be healthier for you.
Healthy snack options
Essentially a snack is a small meal, which is eaten to keep our blood sugars stable and our energy levels up. Therefore our snacks need to be smaller versions of a well balanced meal, ie: contain healthy fats, protein and carbohydrates.
School lunch box ideas!
Kids lunch boxes are the perfect opportunity to give your little ones a great head start in life. Fruits, veggies, whole grains, proteins and healthy fats can all be included in some easy and delicious recipes.
How to stick to healthy habits
When making changes, add things into your diet and lifestyle rather than viewing it as taking things away. Don’t be too strict on yourself with this process, it is a process and it will take time.
Healthy eating guidelines
Healthy eating involves thinking about what you’re putting into your body and how this will affect your overall health. Fresh fruit, vegetables and whole grains are the main features of a healthy diet.
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Medicine Cabinet
Be prepared for life’s little health challenges. Whether it’s relief for allergies, cold and flu, pain management, or first aid essentials, our pharmacy offers trusted solutions to keep your medicine cabinet stocked and ready.
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Women’s Health
At every stage of life, women’s health matters. From pregnancy care to family planning, hormonal health, and menopause support, our pharmacy team provides expert advice and essential services tailored to women’s unique health needs.
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