Minal Pharmacy

29/01/2026

28/01/2026

If you require treatment or further information on weight loss, you can fill out this short confidential form to be assess to see if you are suitable for treatment.

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27/01/2026

Coeliac 2

What causes coeliac disease?

Coeliac disease is an autoimmune condition. This is where the immune system (the body’s defence against infection) mistakenly attacks healthy tissue. In coeliac disease the immune system mistakes substances found inside gluten as a threat to the body and attacks them.
This damages the surface of the small bowel disrupting the body’s ability to take nutrients from food. It is not entirely clear what causes the immune system to act in this way, but a combination of genetics and the environment appear to play a part.

Complications of coeliac disease

These only affect people who continue to eat gluten, or those who have not yet been diagnosed, which can be a common problem in milder cases. Potential long complications can include:
• Weakening of bones
• Iron deficiency anaemia
• Vitamin B 12 or folate deficiency

Less common and more serious complications include some types of cancer, such as bowel and problems affecting pregnancy, such as your baby having low birth weight.

26/01/2026

Come and speak to one of our trained pharmacists if you have symptoms of any of these conditions.

20/01/2026

Coeliac 1

What is coeliac disease?

Coeliac disease is a condition where your immune system attacks your own tissues when you eat gluten. This damages your gut (small intestine) so your body cannot properly take in nutrients.
Coeliac disease is caused by an adverse reaction to gluten, which is a dietary protein found in 3 types of cereals: wheat, barley and rye. So, gluten is found in any food that contains these cereals Including:
• Pasta
• Cakes
• Breakfast cereals
• Most types of bread
• Certain types of sauces
• Some ready meals
• Most beers as they contain barley
• Eating any of these foods can trigger a range of gut symptoms such as:
• Diarrhoea which may be particularly unpleasant
• Stomach aches
• Bloating and farting
• Indigestion
• Constipation

There can also be more general symptoms like:
• Tiredness because you are not getting enough nutrients from your food
• Unintentional weight loss
• An itchy rash
• Problems getting pregnant
• Nerve damage
• Disorders that affect co-ordination, balance and speech.

Children with coeliac disease may not grow at the expected rate and may have delayed puberty.

13/01/2026

Walking 6

Quiz & Answers

Q1. Why is it important to stay active as you get older?
A1. It can help you maintain your strength and flexibility and improve your energy levels
Q2. How can I improve my strength and balance?
A2. Climbing the stairs frequently, rising slowly and repeatedly to a standing position from a chair, walking, playing badminton, dancing or practising yoga, doing strength and balance exercise classes.
Q3. What if I have a condition that causes joint pain?
A3. The exercises that improve muscle strength and balance are especially helpful for joint pain.
Q4. How do I stay motivated?
A4. Do something that you enjoy like walking the dog, dancing or joining a walking club.
Q5. How can taking care of what you wear help you feel steadier?
A5. Keep your toenails short, always wear shoes, sandals or slippers that fit well, avoid high heels, make sure your clothing doesn't trail on the ground.
Q6. What is the best way to walk to avoid falls?
A6. Keep your head up, swing your arms, slightly tighten your stomach muscles, roll your foot from heel to toe.
Q7. What should I do if I have a fall?
A7. Try to get up if you are not injured.
Q8. What is the best way to do this?
A8. Try rolling onto your hands and knees, then hold onto something stable such as a bed or armchair.
Q9. What do I do if I am injured?
A9. If you have a personal alarm or mobile phone call for help or bang on the door, windows or walls to try to attract attention.
Q10. What do I do while I am waiting for help to arrive?
A10. Try to keep warm by covering yourself with something in reach like a coat or blanket, if you can, try to keep moving to help you keep warm and maintain blood flow.