Gaining more from a workout

Exercise has long been celebrated as a natural remedy for a host of health issues, and recent research underscores its particularly profound benefits for women. The latest findings published in the Journals of the American College of Cardiology reveal that women experience more significant health improvements from exercise than men, highlighting the critical […]

4 years of happy ears: Bellbird Hearing

Late September commemorated four years of restored conversations and happier lifestyles, as one cherished Canterbury hearing clinic celebrated its birthday. Bellbird Hearing has risen to prosperous new heights in the short time since opening. The milestone is made better with nearly 200 five-star Google reviews, the most of any hearing clinic in Canterbury. […]

Metropol Inspire: Experience as a platform for change

Change occurs thanks to those determined and inspired, and Christchurch teenager Annabell Young, stands as an example of this. Despite living with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, Annabell took action, overcoming ongoing challenges, to become the Community Award winner at the 2024 Canterbury GirlBoss Awards. The annual awards recognise the achievements of young women who defy […]

Pedicure pamper: Nail Creative Co

A waterless pedicure is the perfect luxury nail salon experience. Soaking feet can make your skin more fragile and pedicure basins can harbour waterborne pathogens. Avoid those nasties and get a full pampering experience with the expert team at Nail Creative Co. You’ll discover the lush studio on Wairakei Road in Bryndwr, where […]

Answering your orthopaedic questions: Stride Orthopaedics

Visiting any medical specialist gives rise to numerous questions about what lies ahead. The team at STRIDE Orthopaedics pride themselves on seeing patients quickly, with thorough consults to minimise patients’ concerns. “We triage referrals based on a patient’s symptom severity, condition, and their likelihood to need intervention. This allows us to see patients […]

Rethinking weight loss after 40

A leading Australian nutritionist says rest is the key to weight loss for women over 40. In a move that redefines conventional weight loss strategies for women over 40, Gold Coast-based naturopath and yoga teacher Carly Gallagher has unveiled her innovative “rest-based” approach to metabolic health. She says that conventional wisdom about weight loss […]