Garden festivities: Chateau on the Park
The best parts of the festive season include wining and dining, getting together with friends, celebrating and indulging. As we head into the silly season, with warmer days arriving, it’s time to book in a few special outings. Whether it’s the annual family lunch, your end-of-year work dinner or a get-together with old […]
It’s time for summer fruit
Succulent New Zealand summer fruits, peaches, apricots and plums, nectarines, cherries and lots of different berries are becoming readily available in the lead-up to Christmas. Enjoyed fresh is best, however there are numerous other ways to make the most of excess summer fruit, including overripe bounty, especially in culinary recipes and treats. Here […]
Get moving this summer: Muscle People Physio
We wait all year for warm days in the sun, and finally, summer is just around the corner. With these warmer days comes the joy of getting outdoors, moving our bodies, and feeling strong. As we start to move our bodies more and return to sporting activities that we haven’t done since last […]
Are my ovaries making me eat?: Otago University
Binge eating disorder (BED) is the most common eating disorder of which you have never heard. Studies estimate that 2-3.5 percent of the population suffer from this disorder, compared to approximately one percent for anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa. BED is characterised by an excessive intake of food, without regular purging or other […]
Brain food
Certain foods such as nuts, grains, eggs and fish, can help to maintain or improve the health of your brain. Additionally eating the right foods to keep your brain healthy can dramatically decrease your risk of developing neurological problems later in life. Here are some suggestions from Metropol: Blackcurrants Deemed a ‘superfood’, these […]
Exercising into your 40s: Freedom Health
From increased bone density to better muscle mass and heart health, exercise is important for women who are 40 and beyond. Cath Julius, Clinical Director at Freedom Health Physio and Pilates, gives a few simple tips on how to make exercise work for you. Take your time For many women, the 40s marks […]
20 minutes could save your life: Cashel Pharmacy
Almost one in three deaths in New Zealand are caused by cardiovascular disease. It is the leading cause of death in New Zealand and includes heart, stroke and blood vessel disease. Cardiovascular disease is the no. 1 killer of women globally, although it is often thought to be a ‘male’ problem. Heart disease […]
Benefits of Keratin: Kiri10
Keratin is an extremely strong protein that is crucial to biological activity within the body and the development of healthy skin, hair and nails. The key to achieving the strongest benefits from keratin is by using keratin that is biologically active which can be found in sheep’s wool. The best sheep to use […]
Being sun smart
The delightful blossoming of tulips and daffodils comes along with an increase in harmful UV rays. While it’s important to wear sunscreen every day of the year, spring is a good time to remind ourselves to keep our skin safe from the sun. Wear sunscreen Not just any sunscreen, make sure it is […]
