It’s 2014 and, as with the beginning of any new year, people are drawn to focusing on personal health and fitness. Whether it’s a New Year’s resolution to lose weight and get fit or a desire to return to healthier habits after indulging a bit too much over the holidays, your pharmacist can assist you in getting back on track to living healthier.

Vitamins and supplements play a large role in improving and maintaining overall health. There are many products on the market and it can be difficult to choose which one is best for you. Pharmacists can answer any questions you have and guide you in the right direction. If the use of weight loss products is part of your strategy, pharmacists can also provide guidance and information.

Embarking on a focused health regime involves exercise just as much as it does nutrition. And for those of us just returning to gym (I count myself in this group), pulled muscles and other minor injuries can occur. A visit with your pharmacist can help you choose the right pain relief remedy and identify any possible contraindications that it might have with medications that you may already be on.

Caring for your health is important, no matter what time of the year it is, and it’s an endeavor you shouldn’t take on alone. Your pharmacist, as well as your physician and other health care professionals, are all invaluable resources available to you. Remember to consult with them as you plan out your activities.

– Jimi Galvão, Communications and Marketing, UBC Pharm Sci

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