LifeLab

Hydration

As the summer heat is upon us remember to stay hydrated throughout the day!

Avoid reaching for coffee, fizzy drinks and alcohol over water as these can dehydrate you more sometimes as they are high in sugars. If you are out drinking or socialising then remember to also add in glasses of water as often as you can.

Keeping cool with light clothing, a hat and sticking to the shade as this can help you stop sweating as much which will therefore keep you at a less of a chance of getting dehydrated.

Keep sipping cool water throughout the day and watch for dry lips or skin as a sign you may be lacking in water. The body usually only registers thirst if you are already mildly dehydrated and have a body water loss of 1-2% so keep a bottle with you at all times.

Check yourself for mild headaches, feeling weak, feeling lightheaded and for yellow to dark urine colour regularly throughout the day to make sure you are sufficiently hydrated.

Adding dilute, slices of fruit, berries or more to your water can encourage you to keep drinking and keeping a glass or bottle by your side at all times can also help the habit form.

Stay sun safe

Our new nutrition and lifestyle assessment service is ongoing in the Ardfallen Staywell pharmacy and optionally online also.

This service assesses several different health markers for a detailed health check and will identify many early signs of metabolic syndrome before they reach a more critical level.

Working together, we will assess your particular needs and work in a step by step way to improve your general health as well as working towards any other goals you may have.

Don't miss out on this unique opportunity and there's no time to start like today!

Bloating...

A very common issue for many, especially females.

Bloating comes from when the gastrointestinal (GI) tract is filled with air or gas, making the abdomen feel tight, swollen and filled with pressure. People experiencing it can feel only lightly uncomfortable or actually be in moderate pain that can affect their everyday activities.

Gas is a common cause of bloating and it can build up in the digestive tract when undigested food gets broken down or when you swallow air.

Eating and drinking too fast so you are swallowing excessive air is a common cause of bloating. Smoking, chewing gum, having IBD (irritable bowel disorders) issues, food intolerances, weight gain, mental health issues and eating disorders can all be causes of bloating also.

Changing lifestyle habits like giving up chewing gum or smoking or making an conscious decision to slow down when eating can all help issues of bloating.

However, often more serious issues can be the root of the problem so make sure to contact a healthcare professional if problems are persistent and affecting your day to day activities.

Caffeine is something we all consume in our day to day lives. Each of us probably consume more than we realise too. Caffeine is in coffee, tea, soft drinks, energy drinks and even chocolate and all in varying amounts.

Caffeine is a stimulant and can boost energy, your heart rate and improve focus and energy to differing effects. It is commonly used as a stimulant to start our day, before big meetings or exams or before exercise and the gym.

Caffeine affects each of us differently and can stay in our system anything from 4-9 hours. If you have your last coffee late in the day than expect that coffee to still be affecting you later that night when you go to bed.

Tips for limiting the affect of caffeine:
1) Try have your last high caffeine item no later than 3pm in the day.
2) Read packaging to see how much caffeine is in other items you are consuming such as soft drinks and energy drinks.
3) Swap caffeinated teas for herbal teas, especially later in the evening.
4) Try to drink a glass of water for every caffeinated drink you have throughout the day.
5) Know what affects you and your own body.

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🥳📣 Project WeightLoss 🥳📣

Our Project WeightLoss summer term kicks off in just over a weeks time and places are filling up fast 🙋🙋

If you are looking for a programme to help you get fitter and put more structure around your exercise this summer in a fun and supportive environment then this programme is for you!

Summer locations include:
✔North Cork City
✔Togher
✔Beara
✔Clonakilty
✔Ballinacarriga
✔Ballintotis
✔Whitechurch

Summer Programme Details:
⏰6 weeks
⏱1 hour weekly
📆Starts 27th June
💵€60
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Further Details:

https://www.corksports.ie/project-weightloss/

It is easy to get overwhelmed by all the claims in the media of what is healthy and not.

Here are some simple steps that you can modify to make easier or harder to ensure a healthier lifestyle right now.

These steps if completed daily will improve your health, fitness and stress levels for an overall healthier life.

Health does not need to be complicated so give these a go right now!

We are delighted to welcome Nutrition Consultant Stephanie Ronayne BA, MSc, ANutr. to the team at Ardfallen Staywell Pharmacy, Douglas Rd Cork. Stephanie is a Nutritionist registered with the Association of Nutrition and joins us with a huge amount of experience in diet, wellness, lifestyle & nutrition coaching.

Stephanie will be offering a number of FREE introductory consulatations in the coming weeks. To register please send a PRIVATE MESSAGE to this page, or phone 021 4292256 & ask to speak with Stephanie
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**New Product Highlight**

Dr. Doireann O'Leary has created a range of essential supplements to target many common deficiencies seen in the general population today.

The Vitamin B12 spray is an easy to use and take supplement which is highly beneficial for people following a vegetarian or vegan diet to easily boost their B12 levels. Any person who consumes limited amounts of animal products for whatever reason such as meat, eggs and dairy can also benefit from taking this supplement daily.

Vitamin B12 is essential in supporting the immune system and is also needed to form DNA and red blood cells. Vitamin B12 is very important for nerve and brain function.

If you are interested in learning more about why you may need a Vitamin B12 supplement or simply to see Dr. Doireann O'Leary's full range then call in to the pharmacy today!

**New Product Highlight**

Dr. Doireann O'Leary has brought out a new range of essential supplements for many common deficiencies in the general population today.

Her Omega 3 Fish Oil supplement is designed to maintain the normal functioning of the heart and brain as well as supports normal blood pressure and cholesterol levels.

This supplement is suitable for all age groups and is particularly useful for people who find they do not reach the recommended twice weekly portions of fish as well as those who include very little nuts and seeds in their diet.

Try this product out and come in store to the Ardfallen StayWell Pharmacy Douglas Rd to pick up this supplement for only €14.95!

**New Product Highlight**

Dr. Doireann O'Leary has brought out a new range of essential supplements for many common deficiencies in the general population today.

Her Vitamin D supplement range includes a spray form as shown below, as well as a capsule form. Both are equally effective and which one you choose is up to personal preference.

Vitamin D is very important for the general population in Ireland as due to the low levels of sunlight in the winter months, we can often be deficient in Vitamin D. This is why between October and March of each year, a daily Vitamin D supplement as shown below is recommended.

Additionally, for those who get little sunlight during the day time and work indoors all year round, a supplement daily for the whole year may be beneficial.

Vitamin D is essential for the proper functioning of your immune system as well as helping the body absorb calcium and this supplement along with other brands can be very useful by being taken daily and used along side a varied and balanced diet.

Find this supplement in our store today!

**New Product Highlight**

Dr. Doireann O'Leary has created a new range of supplements to address many common deficiencies seen in the general population today.

Her Folic Acid capsule supplement is an excellent product that can be taken by everyone but is particularly recommended for women of all ages.

Folic Acid is not just a supplement for women who are trying to conceive, but something women of all ages should try to include in their daily diet. A supplement of folic acid may be useful for many women who would not get a lot of folate from their diet usually.

Find this product in stores today and explore the other products in this range also!

Macronutrients - Protein, Carbohydrates, Fats.

Macronutrients are the main elements of what makes up our food.

For a balanced and nutritious meal, all of the macronutrients should ideally be included. For example eggs, bread and avocado making up the protein, carbohydrates and fats respectively.

Having a meal or snack with all of the macronutrients included can help to keep you fuller for longer and create a higher level of satiety which can help stop mindless snacking and boredom eating.

For more information on how to build a balanced meal for your own individual lifestyle and much more, send us a message today about our services in LifeLab.

Are you interested in a full and in-depth heath check completely free of charge??

Send us a message today to be in with the chance to be one of the first people to benefit from a LifeLab assessment here in store which includes a full nutrition assessment, blood work, body metric analysis, lifestyle and habit work and more.

This is a one time offer so be sure to grab a space while they last as spots are very limited.

Any questions or queries just send a message and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

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Supplements are a useful aid in ensuring you are getting all of the necessary vitamins and minerals for a healthy and active lifestyle. We have a wide range of products in store that can help with a variety of issues to do with health and illness, lifestyle stresses and changes to our bodies as we grow older.

For the average person who is generally well and enjoys a plentiful and varied diet, then a Vitamin D supplement from the months of October to March each year is the only supplement required.

However, if you find you are sluggish, fatigue easily, have brain fog, are prone to small but persistent issues to do with your health and much more then a consultation here at LifeLab may be useful for you!

At LifeLab we look at the broader picture and focus on lifestyle and nutrition change as well as adding in supplements when needed.

Consultations with your GP are also advised in any major health and wellness change or beginning a course of any medication or certain supplements.

Come see us in store or send us a message here to start your LifeLab assessment today!

With the LifeLab assessment we try to show the impact of alcohol on many different aspects of life. This knowledge can impower people to moderate alcohol in their lives and teach them to know when and what alcohol is best for them!

Our daily habits is what makes us our best selves. As part of the LifeLab nutrition and wellness assessment we will aim to support you as much as possible to quit smoking for good!

LifeLab is focused on helping people reach their own personal goals in health and wellness and weight management is an important aspect of this. Understanding your own body is paramount to being able to control this which is all done through our in-depth assessment.

Exercise and daily movement is an important factor to bring into our daily lives. With LifeLab you can learn how to make each step count and get moving!

A healthy diet means something different for each person. Come in for a LifeLab assessment and learn more about what a healthy diet could look like for you!

LifeLab will help you control your cholesterol levels and teach you how to tell the 'good' fats from the 'bad' fats. Come in for your initial assessment to get started!

High blood sugar levels are significant to many different aspects of your individual health and wellness. Come in and learn about your levels as part of our nutrition and lifestyle assessment!

Keep check on your blood pressure levels as part of the assessment and follow up plan with LifeLab. Check it, Change it, Control it!