History of Pandemics and Vaccines
Pharmacy Tips
The world has been plagued by pandemics as far back as written history and beyond. Countries have responded over the centuries by closing their borders,… Read more »
6 Tips Towards a Toxin-Free Home
Wellbeing
We all know it can be a chemical-laden world out there, with all the pollution and environmental toxins that we often hear about, but many… Read more »
Brown Rice, Roasted Carrot, Walnut & Feta Salad
Healthy Eating
Now that salad season is upon us with warmer days and festive celebrations ahead, this healthy and attractive salad is a great recipe to have… Read more »
Meningococcal disease
Pharmacy Tips
Meningococcal disease is caused by bacteria. Three out of every twenty people in New Zealand carry the bacteria in their nasal passages, they don’t get… Read more »
Sunscreens and what exactly does SPF mean?
Pharmacy Tips
In the pharmacy we usually see the first lot of people with sunburn at Labour weekend. It is like we all forgot that sun was… Read more »
Juicing vs. Smoothies
Healthy Eating
As a Naturopath, it’s not uncommon for me to hear from clients that they have a hard time fitting in the daily recommended portions of… Read more »
Raw Salted Caramel Sauce
Healthy Eating
Medjool dates naturally have a sweet, caramel flavour, making them the perfect base for this versatile raw salted caramel sauce. It’s a lovely vegan alternative… Read more »
Type 2 Diabetes Xplained
Whānau Health Diary
Research has highlighted that Māori and Pasifika people have higher rates of diabetes in Aotearoa New Zealand. Māori with type 2 diabetes are 7 times… Read more »
Chicken Pox
Pharmacy Tips
Chicken pox is a common childhood disease caused by the varicella virus. It causes small itchy blisters to form on the skin and also makes… Read more »
School lunch box ideas
Healthy Eating
Snacks Cherry tomatoes Baby carrots and chopped cucumber with hummus Sliced capsicum Celery with cream cheese or peanut butter Banana and apple cut up in… Read more »