Move that body
Print this storyThe bad news is that daily exercise alone may not be enough to combat a sedentary lifestyle. The good news is that regular exercise ‘snacks’ and active breaks can be literal lifesavers. A few years ago, the headline being shouted across the globe was ‘sitting is the new smoking’. These articles warned us […]
Leading the way in skin health: Acacia Beauty
Print this storyIn the heart of Christchurch, tucked away from the bustle of daily life, you’ll find a sanctuary quietly changing lives, one face at a time. Now, with national recognition for their commitment to clinical excellence, the Acacia Skin Health and Beauty team is being celebrated as New Zealand’s top Dermapen Gold Microneedling Clinic […]
Incontinence in conversation: iWellness
Print this storyA condition many suffer in silence, incontinence brings social, emotional and physical impacts that people struggle with behind closed doors. Reducing the stigma surrounding incontinence means speaking up. Incontinence doesn’t discriminate – it can affect men, women, young and old alike. While it’s common, it shouldn’t be ignored. “At iWellness, treatments are designed […]
Streamlining immigration health: Christchurch Immigration Health
Print this storyFrom quick medicals to family-friendly care, this Christchurch clinic is taking the stress out of immigration health checks – all done with heart and efficiency. Navigating immigration requirements can be a stressful part of moving to a new country – especially when it comes to meeting health screening obligations. For those applying to […]
Reformer Pilates at home: Freedom Pilates
Print this storyRediscover strength, balance and wellness with the power of at-home reformer Pilates. In a world where wellness and exercise are more valued than ever, reformer Pilates has emerged as a powerful practice for building core strength, improving posture, and boosting health. Now you can achieve these amazing results all from the convenience of […]
Surprising menopause symptoms
Print this storyIt’s not just weight gain and hot flushes, menopause has a host of unusual symptoms, as Metropol deputy editor Tamara Pitelen knows only too well. Hot flushes, weight gain and mood swings may steal the spotlight (got the t-shirt, ate the cookies…), yet menopause comes with a surprising array of lesser-known symptoms that […]
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