December 2011's Blog

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This weekend is the final shopping weekend before Christmas but if you haven’t managed to find that ideal Christmas present yet, then fear not.

At Chemist Direct we know how difficult it can be buying the right gift so we have created a unique gift finder to help you find the right gift for him, her, the kids or your pet.

You can even select a specific price range and choose from a range of categories from fragrances to gadgets.

So to help you find the perfect gift we thought we would recommend some of our most popular products to help you get started.

For Him

Gillette Fusion Razor and Balm gift is the ideal gift for men of any age. It contains a Gillette Fusion Razor along with Fusion HydraGel for sensitive skin and Fusion HydraSoothe an After Shave Balm with Hydrating Emolients. This product is available here for £8.99 (RRP £9.99). 

Powertraveller Powerchimp Emergency Charger For Gadgets is perfect for charging your cell phone, AA batteries, iPod and digital devices. This product is availablehere for £24.33 (RRP £24.99).

For Her  

Omron Soft Touch Electronic Nerve Stimulator provides relief of stiff shoulders, tired legs, cramp or numbness in legs, back pain, neuralgia, muscle pain, painful joints and other acute or chronic pains. This product is available here for £49.15 (RRP £49.95).

Lancome Hypnose Edt Spray has a woody, oriental fragrance. Lancome Hypnose acts like a sensual love potion with a magical trail: passion flower combined with vanilla and a woody base note with vetiver. This product is available here for £25.99 (RRP £30.00)

For Kids

The Wild Warmers Leopard is a fun new, fully microwavable neck warmer made from luxurious soft furs. It is a great gift for any child as it is both cute, cuddly and soothing warm, so a restful nights' sleep is almost guaranteed. This product is available herefor £11.95 (RRP £14.95). 

Snug Rug is a deluxe coral fleece blanket with sleeves, and has a handy pouch pocket for your TV Remote Control, Specs etc. Snug-Rug is available in a variety of contemporary colours in both adult and children’s sizes. This product is availablehere for £14.99. (RRP £24.99).

For Pets

Scruffs Grizzly Bear Bed measures an enormous 130cm in diameter, making it the ideal choice for even the biggest breeds. Your dog will be happy to rest their paws on this plush faux fur bed. The bed is constructed with a faux suede covered centre cushion. The cushion and outer ring have a sumptuous fill with unmatched cushioning, resilience and insulation characteristics. The bed has a non-slip base and a machine washable cover. The back support features three faux suede pads with an embroidered Scruffs logo on the centre pad & cushion. This product is availablehere for £149.99.(RRP £199.99). 

‘Dog Magic’ is a relatively easy game for dogs to play, where they have to dislodge bones to access hidden treats. You may choose to put treats under one, several or all of the bones to vary the difficulty of the game. By switching the location of the treat, you can encourage him to really focus and use his nose to seek out treasure. This product is available here for £14.99. (RRP £19.99). 

You can visit our Gift Finder service here 

With Christmas now just two weeks away, the party season is well and truly in full swing, which means we all start eating and drinking far more than usual, as we celebrate the festive period.

At Chemist Direct we recognise the importance of staying healthy and so have compiled our top tips to ensure you have a healthy, happy Christmas.

1. Top Products

Berocca Boost provides that little kick just when you need it, perfect for stimulating and energising you (especially if you’ve had a bit to drink the night before!). It contains Guarana which contains natural caffeine, which can help you feel more awake and alert, and vitamin C. Helps to rehydrate the body. This product is available for £9.99 (RRP £10.99).

Alka-Seltzer XS provides fast and effective relief of headaches with an upset stomach – symptoms which often go with hangovers. It also restores the body with much needed salt and sugar levels, which the body loses when we consume a lot of alcohol. This product can be purchased for £2.29 (RRP £2.59).

2. Drink plenty of water

It is essential to drink plenty of water to ensure you stay fully hydrated particularly if you are drinking alcohol. It is advised that if you are drinking heavily, you should alternate every alcoholic drink with a glass of water. You should also never drink on an empty stomach so where possible have a snack before the party you are attending, as this will also help you avoid unhealthy party food which lead to indigestion or sickness.  When out partying and drinking alcohol a good non alcoholic beverage is dandelion tea, a great herbal tea, which helps detoxify the liver.

3. Have a stocked up medicine cabinet

Having a fully stocked medicine cabinet is absolute must, to ensure you are prepared for whatever situation may arise over the holiday period, especially if you have kids.

It may seem obvious but having a good thermometer is a must. There are a number of varieties available which range in price from £3 to £35.00. Digital thermometers are perfect for using under a child’s arm as well as in the mouth of adults and older kids.

Paracetamol and ibuprofen are also important to have in stock because they are perfect for general conditions to treat headaches and to relief stubborn pain.

Rehydration sachets in case of attacks of food poisoning or gastroenteritis are also a vital product to own to ensure you can combat those dreaded hangovers or dodgy food at the Christmas party.

4. Reduce Stress

Stress is a big health worry at this time of year as people try to juggle their finances with festive plans with the family. It is important to not place too much pressure on yourself.  Allow plenty of time to relax to ensure your blood pressure levels do not rise. Aiming for 7-8 hours of sleep every night will also make a big difference to your overall health.

We stock a range of stress kits which can help. You can purchase them here.

Read more of our tips at reducing stress here.

This week has seen Britain hit by "The Big Freeze", causing numerous problems from sub-zero temperatures to travel chaos and shop supplies starting to run low.

At Chemist Direct we recognise the difficulties this can place on people, and so thought we would share with you an unusual health tip which is a cost effective cure for a number of health issues which arise at this time of year.

Did you know ginger is good for your health?

As strange as it may sound the spice which is commonly used in winter dishes or found in biscuits can in fact help to combat nausea, digestive problems, circulation and arthritis.

Ginger has a long tradition of being used in traditional medicine, and cultures all over the world. It has had a particular big impact on the practitioners of Chinese, Japanese and Indian medicine.

A recent study conducted in the US by researchers from Georgia College and State University and the University of Georgia also found that "muscle pain from sport of gardening can be eased by eating ginger".

Furthermore ginger has the ability to calm an upset stomach and to promote the flow of bile easing stomach cramps. Furthermore ginger supports a healthy cardiovascular system by making platelets less sticky which in turn reduces circulatory problems.

Chemist Direct recommends

At Chemist Direct we stock a wide range of products which contain ginger.

Clipper Organic Lemon & Ginger Tea 20 Bags are a wonderful citrus aroma, and the zingy taste of lemon, with the warm and balancing addition of ginger. This product is available for £1.59 (RRP £1.69) and can be purchased here.

Healthaid Ginger Root Extract 550mg Tablets are formulated using the best quality Ginger root extract, standardised to contain at least 5 % Ginerols the active constituent that helps maintain smooth gut mobility. This product is available for £5.89 (RRP £5.99) and can be purchased here.

Weleda Rosemary & Ginger Shampoo adds moisture & shine for normal to dry hair. This product can be purchased for £6.69 (RRP £7.95) and can be purchased here.

If you have any concerns about your health you should contact your GP.