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EXPAND YOUR RANGE 35 HYPERGLYCAEMIA Made to measure ketone levels Ketostix are test strips used to measure ketone levels. To help you prepare for traditionally high demand at this time of year, Ascensia Diabetes Care is offering a special limited offer via turnover order: Buy six to save 15 per cent or 12 to save 25 per cent. This offer is valid only until 31 December 2020. RRP: Ketostix, $10.95. Stockist inquiries: 1800 289 312. Visit: diabetes.ascensia.com.au Managing diabetic foot syndrome Grahams Natural Diabetic Foot cream is promoted as a scientifically formulated, non-sterile, topical-emollient moisturising therapy that assists in the management of diabetic foot syndrome. The cream is recommended as an integral part of daily self-screening of diabetic foot health, providing a non-greasy lubricant aid to examination and stimulating massage. It moisturises diabetic feet and helps protect skin from friction, callus development and skin injury. RRP: Grahams Natural Diabetic Foot Cream 75g tube, $21.95. Stockist inquiries: TerryWhite Chemmart pharmacies or 07 5596 1708. Visit: grahamsnatural.com.au Foot support for the hard yards Specifically designed for people with diabetes, arthritis or any skin disorder that requires feet to remain friction free, Neat Feat Wellness Self- Moulding Insole is constructed of Platazote, a thermoplastic polyethylene foam. It moulds “precisely” to the foot, offering “ultimate comfort”, and is said to be used regularly by medical professionals for its “superior ability” to relieve pressure on sensitive foot areas. The Self Moulding Insole provides soft tissue arch support, cushions the foot, protects the entire plantar surface and insulates against cold, hard-walking surfaces. RRP: Neat Feat Wellness Self-Moulding Insole, $35.25. Stockist inquiries: 1800 632 833. Visit: neatfeat.com Sweet choice for diabetic and keto lifestyles Some 1.2 million diabetic Australians can now enjoy #responsiblysweet cakes and beverages, according to Lakanto, which promotes its Monkfruit Sweetener as an all-natural, one-for-one sugar replacement – with 93 per cent fewer calories – that cooks, bakes and tastes like sugar. Lakanto Monkfruit Sweetener is described as diabetic and keto friendly with its blend of monkfruit extract and non-GMO erythritol. Classic replaces white sugar with “clean, crisp sweetness”. Golden replaces raw sugar with a “sweet maple flavour and colour”. RRP: Lakanto Monkfruit Sweetener 200g bag, $10.50. Stockist inquiries: 1300 525 268 or wholesale@lakanto.com.au Visit: lakanto.com.au R ETAIL PHARMACY ASSISTANTS • DEC 2020