Harissa Lamb Meatballs with Labneh

There are meatballs…and then there are these meatballs. And no tomato or spaghetti in sight! These harissa lamb meatballs bring a whole new twist to a classic family-favourite staple.

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Nourishing the Mind: Natural Ways to Support Cognitive Health in Seniors

As we age, maintaining cognitive health becomes just as important as caring for our physical well-being. While some cognitive decline is a natural part of aging, the good news is that lifestyle and nutrition play a powerful role in keeping our minds sharp.

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Pharmacy for a Greener Future: Sustainable Solutions in Healthcare

Like all industries, the pharmaceutical industry undeniably has an impact on the environment. Medicines alone contribute to the global harm caused by the healthcare sector, however, pharmacies are using their knowledge of medicines to try and reduce this impact.

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The Benefits Of Pets For Older People

Mark Vette looks at the role pets play in the lives of older people – the benefits and how to choose the right match at this stage in our lives.

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Wound care

We all have bacteria growing all over our skin. The skin is the first line of protection to keep the bacteria out of our bodies. When you get a cut or graze bugs can get into the wound.

Meningococcal B Vaccine

Find out more about a fully funded programme to help protect children against meningococcal B.

Around the clock relief for cold and flu symptoms

With winter season upon us, many of us are reaching for tissues and pain relief as cold and flu seas..

Sepsis – What Is It And How To Recognise It

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

Exercise for the Ages

We all know exerciseis good for us, and why, but how many of us know how to exercise for our age and..

Discover the Lotus Wheel: The Next Generation of Foam Rollers

If you’re familiar with the benefits of foam rollers for easing muscle tension, improving flexibility, and enhancing circulation, you’ll want to meet the Lotus Wheel. The Lotus Wheel brings a modern twist to foam rolling, designed specifically to relieve back pain anytime, anywhere.

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Bowel Cancer

Bowel cancer is the second biggest cancer killer in New Zealand (lung cancer holds first place), but it doesn’t need to be as it is one of the cancers that, if caught early, can usually be treated successfully

Tips on How to Maintain a Healthy Heart

Heart disease is the number one cause of death in NZ. There is much we can all do to improve this st..

Ultra Lip Protection Against Summer Sun

Did you know your lips can burn just like your skin? This is why it's important to help protect them..

Around the clock relief for cold and flu symptoms

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Why Stress May Limit Us & What To Do About It

Ever feel like stress is that uninvited guest at your mental party—the one who shows up early, eat..

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Prevention & Treatment of Shingles

Shingles is a painful skin rash caused by the same virus that causes chicken pox. Anyone who has previously had chicken pox – and most of us caught it during our childhood – could get shingles.

PCOS Explained: Signs, Causes, and How to Manage It

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) can happen at any age after puberty, but most women don't find ou..

Ultra Lip Protection Against Summer Sun

Did you know your lips can burn just like your skin? This is why it's important to help protect them..

What Is Age-Related Macular Degeneration? Know the Signs

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is, as its name suggests, a disease that occurs due to the ag..

Why Stress May Limit Us & What To Do About It

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Health Experts

Read insightful articles from our health experts to enhance our shared mission of promoting better health and well-being.

Renée Naturally

Qualified Naturopath, Nutritionist & Western Medical Herbalist

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Tracey Sullivan

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Claire Robbie

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Vaccine for RSV

As people reach older age, the immune system may weaken, and the body can have a more difficult time defending against infections.1-4 If you’re over 60 you might not realise you’re more at risk of serious illness from Respiratory Syncytial Virus or RSV.4

Why Stress May Limit Us & What To Do About It

Ever feel like stress is that uninvited guest at your mental party—the one who shows up early, eat..