Small ouch, big lifesaver: the influenza vaccine
Vaccines may not be a lot of fun for anybody, but they’re one of the most effective tools we have for saving children’s lives. Yes, that small ‘ouch’ can be a big life saver. As the days get shorter and the weather gets cooler, annual flu vaccinations are on everyone’s lips. Recent research shows about […]
What is clean eating: taking a look at the basic nutritional principles behind the trend
Global empires have been built on the premise. Instagram influencers are courting the attention and affection of millions with their disciplined adherence to its principles. There are books, blogs and food bags dedicated to the cause. In short, cleaning is a food frenzy: but what, exactly, is it? At its heart, it is a very […]
The gift of luxury pampering: five gifts from Champs-Elysées for the lady in your life
Win your precious mum a stunning Argyle Pink and White Diamond pendant from Partridge Jewellers, valued at $1,200! Show much you care by giving her the gift of luxurious relaxation and exquisite pampering. Whisk her away from the pressures of every-day life, and treat her to an experience dedicated to making her feel loved, treasured […]
A lifetime of good nutrition: Sara Widdowson of Oxford Women’s Health on eating your way to better health
As women’s bodies grow and change, nutritional needs change too. Sara Widdowson, a Nutrition Consultant and Dietitian at Oxford Women’s Health, shares her expert advice on staying healthy at every age and stage of life. What are the top priorities for children and adolescents when it comes to good nutrition? Children and adolescents are still growing […]
‘Yoga therapy’ next level therapeutics: Flow Hot Yoga welcomes yoga icon Vincent Bolletta
As a continuation of Flow Hot Yoga’s dedication to healing and safe yoga, it is offering yoga therapy training with New Zealand’s foremost yoga instructor and teacher trainer Vincent Bolletta. He is the founder and director of the Hañsa Yoga International Studies and co-founder of the Centre for Contemporary Yoga Studies in Auckland. Vincent travels […]
Editor’s Perspective: on getting teary-eyed at the M Factor Events for Ronald McDonald fashion show
Tears may not be what you’d expect from one of the city’s most covetable fashion shows. But when the benefactor of the event is a worthy charitable cause such as Ronald McDonald House South Island, which has supported the likes of Paula and Alex Moore, it’s not surprising there wasn’t a dry eye in the […]
Mike King’s mission: this funny family man has tasked himself with making a serious difference to New Zealand’s youth
Popular New Zealand personality Mike King may have made his name as a comedian, but these day’s you’ll find him delivering a much more serious message. He’s been heading up and down the country – a 4000km journey – on a 50cc scooter for the past five years, addressing youth suicide. We talk to the […]
Multi-disciplinary medicine: Moorhouse Medical Centre
People constantly come and go through the doors of the large red building that is the Moorhouse Medical Centre. The activity hints at just how busy this long-established practice is. It has been a feature of Christchurch’s central city for more than 20 years – first of all in Washington Way and now in its […]
Match made: the Matcha invasion that will have you green with (food) envy
If you’ve noticed the increasing number of foods that have been turning green recently, you might be forgiven for wondering what on earth is going on. These clever little culinary concoctions have been injected with matcha. A fine green tea powder, matcha has been produced in Japan for centuries, with Buddhist monks using it to […]
A fulfilled life : Wigram Health on being proactive with your health
Whether you are a busy executive, retiree or working parent, your health is important. Each of these important life stages are a crucial time to take care of yourself, because optimal health is vital to leading an active and meaningful life. At Wigram Health, patient health is the dedicated team’s top priority. The team understands […]