Health & Wellbeing

What if it only took a few lunch breaks to restore your pelvic floor? For more than three years, Oana Macarie has been witnessing the life-changing results (from restoring someone’s sex life to removing debilitating urinary incontinence) for those who sit in her chair. But Oana’s not a hairstylist, and this is no […]

June in Aotearoa is the month of both Men’s Health Week and Men’s Mental Health Month. It’s a timely reminder of the challenges we continue to face in New Zealand. Recent figures show that one in seven adults experiences high or very high psychological distress. For men, the challenge is particularly concerning. Around […]

As more Cantabrians seek high-quality, affordable medical imaging, one local provider stands out for its commitment to service, accessibility, and patient care. “Trust in healthcare is built through expertise, consistency, and a genuine commitment to people. At Beyond Radiology, that commitment has seen increasing numbers of patients travel from throughout Canterbury to the […]

Health and wellness books have the power to change your life for the better, here are some to get started with. How to Stop Spiralling: Break the cycle of triggers, trauma responses and self sabotage By Dr Rebecca Ray “The consequences of big trauma often show up in the smallest cracks of daily […]

Is doing 10 squats really better than taking a 30-minute walk? It’s not as simple as the socials suggest, says Exercise New Zealand. Longevity influencer Bryan Johnson – also known as the ‘don’t die guy’ from his Netflix series Don’t Die: The Man Who Wants to Live Forever – recently sparked debate online […]

Taking up running is one of the best decisions you can make for your physical and mental health – but starting smart makes all the difference between a habit that sticks and one that ends with sore knees after week two. Every runner starts somewhere. For most people, that somewhere is a […]

When wellness surveys say around 80% of people struggle to stay physically motivated during winter, one gym begs to differ. Perhaps it’s the science-backed program and community environment, or the fact its founder was Princess Diana’s former personal trainer. Either way, it works. Structured, coach-led indoor group training sessions produce personalised results in […]

Could you stop talking for 10 days while also spending 10 hours a day in cross-legged meditation? Metropol deputy editor Tamara Pitelen discovers first-hand why the Vipassana 10-day silent meditation retreat is not to be taken lightly. What’s it like not speaking for 10 days while meditating all day, every day from 4.30am? […]

As winter rolls around, keep yourself well with natural probiotics and superfoods. If you’re looking for a genuine health boost with no hidden nasties, Immunity Fuel is the certified organic, high-quality probiotic superfood that nurtures gut health and restores balance from the inside out. This isn’t just another supplement; it’s a 100% plant-based, […]