Escape the vape

The jury is back on vaping – it’s not good news. A major international study has confirmed what health experts in New Zealand have long warned: vaping is not a harmless habit. Published in the Nicotine and Tobacco Research Journal, the groundbreaking study tracked over 250,000 people and found a strong link between vaping and […]

Flu fighters: St Albans Pharmacy

Don’t let the flu virus get you this season. Here in New Zealand, the flu season typically runs from May to October. The colder months bring the usual onslaught of sniffles and sneezes, but for some people, the flu can be deadly. If you’re looking to get more protection from severe illness, St Albans Pharmacy […]

The many styles of yoga in Christchurch

Breathe in, bliss out, balance or burn – whatever you need, there’s a yoga style to suit, writes Tamara Pitelen. From hot, steamy studios to serene slow flow and gravity-defying aerial yoga, Ōtautahi thriving wellness scene offers yoga for every body and mind. Here’s a few of the styles and where you can find them. […]

Eye on the prize: Matthews Eyecare

You can literally see the difference when it comes to expert care for your hard-working eyes. Your eyes and vision are extremely precious, so when it comes to looking after them, expertise matters. That’s why the team at Matthews Eyecare goes beyond routine check-ups. Their experienced optometrists bring a wealth of knowledge across a range […]

Sugar highs: My week with a glucose monitor

Metropol Deputy Editor Tamara Pitelen shares her week with a glucose monitor. E ver wonders what happens inside your body when you eat a piece of chocolate? Or when you skip breakfast? I wonder about these things. I love my body but much of what it does is a mystery to me. This is one […]

Fast-acting verruca remedy: Footprints Podiatry

What do you do when a cheeky little verruca on the foot laughs in the face of over-the-counter medication? Bring in the big guns. Looking unsightly and potentially causing you pain, that obstinate and undesirable thing needs a Swift introduction. Painless and quick-acting, Swift uses microwave technology to remove verrucae, and this innovation, available at […]