Spirit Pharmacy

21/03/2023

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24/02/2023

Dealing with diabetes can understandably cause feelings of stress, anxiety and low mood. Many people are on medication to try and help with both diabetes and mental health.

This is why we have written a blog that talks you through everything you need to know about taking anti-depressants when living with diabetes.

Read the full blog here: https://bit.ly/3UvBW7y

15/02/2023

It’s quite common to be ill during the winter months and many of us will have a cold at some point, but how can you manage your diabetes when ill?

Truth be told, it can be harder as your blood sugar levels may rise if you don’t eat and you may need extra insulin, but our checklist can help, with simple rules to follow if you’re under the weather.

If you’re still unsure of what to do, your blood glucose stays high or you can’t keep food or drink down, you should always contact your GP or clinic for further advice.

Read more information from Diabetes UK: https://bit.ly/3uo7G3B

08/02/2023

Lack of sleep can impact your day-to-day life, such as your ability to remember to take your medications, have the energy to eat a balanced diet, or even your ability to produce insulin properly.

If you’re looking for some small steps to improve your sleep, some of our top tips include:
💤 Ensure your bed is comfortable for you
💤 Practice a consistent night-time routine
💤 Stick to a consistent time to go to bed
💤 Try and incorporate exercise into your daily routine

For more ideas on small changes that you can make to better manage your diabetes, read our blog: https://bit.ly/3Y1I7mS

03/02/2023

Whether you’re newly diagnosed, or you’ve had diabetes for a long time, managing your condition can be difficult and overwhelming.

This can affect your blood sugar levels as cortisol (the stress hormone) releases extra glucose into the bloodstream.

Focusing on reducing your stress levels can have a positive impact on managing your glucose levels and your diabetes.

✅ Read our nine tips here: https://bit.ly/3B9ZWWM

02/02/2023

Thank you to Desang magazine for highlighting our free blister pack service! ❤️

Spirit Pharmacy is the UK’s only home delivery pharmacy offering tailored services for people living with diabetes. Their mission is to make accessing advice, education, medication and helpful items as simple as possible for people living with all types of diabetes. As the current UK lockdown ease...

26/01/2023

If you have Type 2 diabetes then a healthy, balanced diet is recommended for managing your blood sugar level.

It’s important to remember that everyone is different, but in general, cutting down processed or fast food, and being careful with portion sizes are great steps to take.

However, we would always recommend discussing your diet with your diabetes healthcare professional.

Learn more about healthy, balanced diets from Diabetes UK: https://bit.ly/3iBQc1k

20/01/2023

🔴 NEWS ALERT! 🔴

Free blister pack service now available!

Please get in touch with us if we can help you or someone you know. Call us on 📞0116 464 5558.

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17/01/2023

If your blood glucose goes out of range, it’s important to know what you can do to bring it back in line. 📉

Here are our top tips for keeping your blood glucose at the right level:
✅ Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated
✅ Control your stress levels
✅ Get enough quality sleep
✅ Exercise regularly
✅ Control your carb intake and increase your fibre intake

Find more information on managing your blood glucose levels here: https://bit.ly/3ELzBze

12/01/2023

Whether you’ve just been diagnosed with diabetes, or you want to educate your family and friends, this short video from Diabetes UK is a brilliant introduction to diabetes.

Learn about diabetes in this 2-minute video: https://bit.ly/3XKMthP

3.8 million people have been diagnosed with diabetes in the UK, but a lot of people still don't know what diabetes is.Diabetes is a serious, lifelong conditi...

04/01/2023

For lots of people, the winter months can bring coughs, colds and the flu. If you have diabetes, it’s especially important to try to keep eating a balanced diet, drink lots of fluid and speak to your healthcare professional if you’re worried. ☕

Diabetes UK have put together some top tips for eating well when you're under the weather: https://bit.ly/3ilZTR7

31/12/2022

With the new year starting tomorrow, we wanted to share an idea for a new recipe that you can try to kick off your 2023!

This is Sweet Potato Crab Cakes with Green Chilli Dip. These are a perfect dish to make for family and friends whilst being low in fat and calories. 🍽

Find the recipe from Diabetes UK here: https://bit.ly/3EQ78IN