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20 6 MINUTES WITH ... FROM PAGE 19 vividly imagine what it’s like to feel connected to them in those moments and imagine them reassuring you that this, too, will pass and the good times will come again. What are some things that might be available at a retail pharmacy that pharmacy assistants can recommend to customers seeking to enhance their mental health/wellbeing? Creating a nurturing space at home can be helpful, so buying some essential oils, hand creams, etc., can be a nice way to add a daily ritual of self-care into your day. Often our diets can change when stuck at home, so it may be worth considering a multivitamin with good amounts of active B-group vitamins, which can be helpful when we’re under stress. Important nutrients to keep a good intake of for mental health include B-complex vitamins, zinc, magnesium and omega-3 fatty acids. Herbs that may help with stress and anxiety include kava, chamomile, valerian, St John’s wort and passionflower – but please speak to a qualified naturopath or pharmacist before self-administering these herbs, in case of contraindications. For more about Jad’s practice (Jad Patrick Naturopathy) or to get in touch for a consultation, visit: instagram.com/jadpatricknaturopathy/ or facebook.com/jadpatricknaturaltherapies/ If you’ve found that your mental health has been impacted by COVID-19, please contact the Beyond Blue coronavirus mental wellbeing support service on 1800 512 348 or visit coronavirus.beyondblue.org.au RETAIL PHARMACY ASSISTANTS • JUN 2020