Butter Beans with Ricotta, Lemon & Tarragon Pesto

This recipe screams simplicity and is foolproof! And with the addition of Tarragon this dish is packed with antioxidants to help protect the body from oxidative stress and to support a healthy immune system. Enjoy!

Funding Changes For Continuous Glucose Monitors

It's good news for those who have been self-funding their CGMs, as well as for those with insulin-dependent diabetes who would benefit from greater control of their health condition.

Should Your Cat Live Indoors?

In New Zealand, it's common for cats to roam freely, but concerns are growing about the impact that has on vulnerable native birds. So, should cats be kept indoors?

Reusable Period Products 101

Did you know the average person assigned female at birth uses 5,000-15,000 pads or tampons in their lifetime? Most of these end up in landfill, and many contain harmful plastics and chemicals. Thankfully, reusable period products are now more readily available, which are not only kinder to the planet, but also our bodies.

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Parenting Naturally for Newborns to Toddlers

Welcoming a new life into the world can often spark a journey toward a holistic lifestyle for many parents. Babies, being highly sensitive to their environment, prompt us to be mindful of the products we use. Here are some of our favorite tips and techniques you can try at home. And the best part? Embracing a natural parenting style doesn't have to cost the earth.

The Importance of Gut Health in Children

Gut health is a cornerstone of overall well-being and the foundation of good health for our little o..

Sepsis – What Is It And How To Recognise It

Do you know what sepsis is and would you recognise its symptoms?

Find the right Blistex for your lips

Through our lips, we say or first words and we experience our first kiss, but lips are sensitive and..

A Healthy Mind Takes Guts!

Gut health for kids. As parents, we often focus on nurturing our children's physical health through ..

Meditation and Stress

We frequently hear about the negative impact of stress on our health and its role in the ongoing mental health crisis, contributing to depression and anxiety. Since stress is an unavoidable part of life, it's important to learn how to manage it. Claire Robbie offers her insights on how meditation can help us effectively process and reduce stress.

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Testosterone Deficiency in Men & Women

men will get a gradual drop in their testosterone level as they age – about 1 to 2% per year after the age of 40 as their testes start to produce less of this hormone. But not all men will experience symptoms.

Sepsis – What Is It And How To Recognise It

Do you know what sepsis is and would you recognise its symptoms?

Repair, moisturise and protect your hands & feet

Your hands and feet go through a lot on a daily basis. That’s why it’s important to take good ca..

Funding Changes For Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs)

From 1 October 2024, Pharmac will fund a range of continuous glucose monitors & insulin pumps for al..

Meditation: Supporting Sleep In Surprising Ways

Out of the hundreds of students I have taught to meditate, almost all hope that the practice might h..

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Breast Cancer Awareness – risks and prevention

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Did you know? Breast cancer affects 1 in 9 NZ women over their lifetime. 8 Kiwi women are diagnosed with breast cancer every day – that’s one every 3 hours! It’s the leading cause of death for NZ women over 50. This is a crucial reminder for women to prioritise regular screenings, as early detection can save lives.

Repair, moisturise and protect your hands & feet

Your hands and feet go through a lot on a daily basis. That’s why it’s important to take good ca..

Funding Changes For Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs)

From 1 October 2024, Pharmac will fund a range of continuous glucose monitors & insulin pumps for al..