Posted by March 2nd 2022
According to The New Zealand Association of Optometrists, over 1 million eye exams are performed by optometrists in New Zealand each year, and 60% of people who have an eye test are prescribed glasses or contact …
Posted by March 11th 2022
Gyms have become a staple of many Kiwis' schedules. Whether we make a quick trip on a lunch break, endure a full session after work, or just sneak a guilty trip on the treadmill after …
Posted by November 29th 2022
Maintaining a healthy diet has its challenges. Especially when certain nutrients can only be found in expensive or out of season produce. That's where health supplements play a vital role. Whether to top up your …
Posted by August 4th 2021
As winter rolls around once more, so too do those pesky coughs and colds. Thankfully, our local pharmacies are usually there for us to stock up on vitamin C, throat lozenges and other health aids. …
Posted by February 19th 2021
More than half of New Zealanders use either prescription eyeglasses or contacts. Sight is something we often take for granted until we need specs, but thankfully these days there are plenty of styles to choose …
Posted by December 16th 2020
It’s drilled into us the moment we’re old enough to hear it: slip, slop, slap and wrap. Be sun-smart – New Zealand summers are no joke. Come December the sun’s rays are blazing down, and …
Posted by December 9th 2020
Thousands of Kiwis lace up their sneakers and hit the gym each week. Or, if they’re very dedicated, perhaps every morning! So it’s no wonder NZ’s gym industry is so healthy! Over recent years, the …
Posted by November 19th 2020
1. Citrus fruits Get your fill of oranges, mandarins, lemons and any other citrus fruits available in spring. Vitamin C is found in excess in citrus fruits. We all know it helps fight colds and flu, …
Posted by June 30th 2020
With winter kicking in, there’s no doubt we’ll all be taking a trip to the pharmacy at some point this season. Be it for vitamin C, cough syrup or a stuffy nose remedy, pharmacies are …
Posted by February 20th 2020
According to The New Zealand Association of Optometrists, over 1 million eye exams are performed by optometrists in New Zealand each year, and 60% of people who have an eye test are prescribed glasses or …
Posted by October 21st 2019
A Canstar Blue survey into the Most Satisfied Customers Award for gyms has revealed how New Zealanders are focused on their “whole wellbeing,” rather than just calorie counting. The shift reflects a global trend toward …
Posted by February 8th 2018
If you usually find your waistline expanding during the colder months, take this advice on how to stay in shape.
Posted by August 23rd 2018
Recent research suggests that New Zealand now holds the unwanted title of the highest per capita rate of melanoma.
Posted by February 8th 2018
Melanoma affects millions of Kiwis every year. But what is it?
Posted by February 8th 2018
If you have the sniffles, Debby Liu offers some tips on what vitamins could help boost you immune system and make you feel better.
Posted by February 8th 2018
We all know protein is good for us, but how can you get more of it into your diet? Find out more at Canstar Blue.
Posted by November 2nd 2018
Losing weight is a challenge, but there are plenty of healthy supplements to help you along the way. Ellie McInerney explains.
Posted by August 23rd 2018
Ellie McInerney explains why it’s a good idea to get ahead when it comes to seasonal illnesses.
Posted by December 21st 2017
Do the most expensive toothpastes mean healthier teeth and gums? Leanne Amber explains all.
Posted by December 21st 2017
Ellie McInerney examines the yoga evolution and says it’s good to “stretch away the stress”.