A successful weight loss program must be consistent with all four cornerstones of good health: a nutritious diet, adequate exercise, a positive mental attitude, and… Read more »

Ok, guilty! As a little girl sometimes I did want a pumpkin to turn into a carriage fit for a Princess and sweep me off… Read more »

Thanks to my dear little four-year-old niece, who pretty much lived in her plastic outdoor swimming pool in Auckland over this hot summer, I know… Read more »

Iron is a very important mineral in the body as every cell needs it to function healthily. The medical name for low iron levels is… Read more »

As a little girl, I was lucky enough to have a beautiful Polish neighbour that invited me and my family into her home with open… Read more »

“Drink more water” is one of the most fundamental guidelines in the pool of health advice splashed around our everyday lives. Water makes up about… Read more »

The usual back to school flurry includes getting clothes and books ready and finding the lunch box. This year there is also the consideration of… Read more »

Sugar sure has been in the spotlight in recent times, and not for being a superstar or superfood! The sweet stuff has been coming under… Read more »

Most of us take our washing machine for granted, believing that washing clothes is enough to keep it clean. You will be shocked to see… Read more »

When children first start school or day care it is not uncommon to “catch everything” that is going around as they gradually build up their… Read more »