6 ways to reduce sugar
(and tackle meno belly)
Are you struggling with perimenopause or menopause belly? You’re not alone. Fellow menopausal belly battler and Metropol deputy editor Tamara Pitelen goes in search of the villains. Top of the list? Sugar. There you are, going about your business, getting on with living your life when suddenly, from seemingly out of nowhere, a […]
The cuddle chemical:
The healing power of hugging
A hug lasting 20 seconds can have a therapeutic effect on the body and mind. The average length of a hug between two people is three seconds. Researchers, though, have discovered something amazing. When a hug lasts 20 seconds or more, it stimulates the release of oxytocin, lowers cortisol levels, and helps regulate […]
Itchy, dry skin this winter?
As colder temperatures continue and heaters remain on high, many people experience itchy, dry skin. Suffering from dry, itchy skin in winter is a common condition that can affect anyone. Often called ‘winter itch’ or pruritus hiemalis, older adults with naturally drier skin are more susceptible. Why ‘winter’ itch? Because when temperatures drop, […]
World-class care: Muscle People
Christchurch has fast become a hub of community, positivity, and good health. Radiating those values and nestled within some of the city’s most giving spaces, is a physiotherapy clinic reshaping what it means to offer world-class care. When you step inside the Muscle People clinic, you expect state-of-the-art service – because that is […]
Hear this for a sharp mind: Bellbird Hearing
Hearing loss, and its association with cognitive decline and poor health, presents one of the largest public health challenges faced by an ageing population. Implications like increased loneliness and isolation often go unnoticed and unaddressed. Research shows that people with mild hearing loss are twice as likely to develop dementia as those without […]
Sustainable healthcare: Medsalv
Healthcare shouldn’t harm the planet yet right now, it does. One Christchurch company is changing that. Every day, hospitals and clinics across Australia and New Zealand generate thousands of tonnes of waste. Globally, the healthcare sector is responsible for around seven per cent of all carbon emissions. From energy-intensive supply chains to the […]
Move that body
The 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
In 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
A 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
From 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 […]
