The most common symptoms of metabolic syndrome include high cortisol levels, high blood pressure, high blood sugar, fatigue, and a "spare tyre" of weight around the middle.
Health & Wellness
Articles about our health and wellbeing, mind, emotions, keeping fit, your hearing, eyesight and dental needs, natural remedies and keeping vital.
Be Alive, Keep Learning and Be Alive
Kindra Douglas is a bit of a vagabond. She grew up in a small New Zealand town at the bottom end of the Manukau Harbor area. She spent time on the beach, rode ponies and...
Celiac Disease, Gluten and Wheat Allergies (Part 2)
Part two of a two part series on Celiac Disease, gluten and wheat allergies.
Metabolic Syndrome (Part Two)
In this instalment we will look at the main presenting differences between adrenal fatigue and metabolic syndrome, and how metabolic syndrome can be reversed.
Dealing With Tension
Have you ever noticed how some people have an inner calm about them whilst others seem more turbulent like Cook Straight on a winter's day? The difference is often in the state of mind and with a little practice and effort you will be surprised how easy i
When Opportunities Arise, Go for Them!
Maryan Hughes was born, grew up, and spent most of her life in England, but has traveled widely and squeezed life for all it is worth.
Way #6 to Kill Conflict – Take Turns
TAKE TURNS at talking. Give the other person room to convey their ideas, and you will get the same chance too.
Men’s health & fitness from 20 to 50… and beyond
If men look after their body, it will serve them well, even beyond their allotted three score and ten. Guys, does it not make sense to maintain health and wellness, your most valuable asset, rather than manage sickness through drugs and surgery as you age
A Beacon of Hope
There aren't many beacons of hope for young people these days, which is why the World of Wearable Arts Show is so important.
The Wonderful Privilege of Ageing
Helen King’s banker parents shifted about New Zealand, living in one or another of the country’s ...