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Health & Wellness
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Back Pain – Tips on How to Cope
Four out of five New Zealanders will suffer from Back Pain during their lifetime, costing ACC more than $300m per year and being the second most common cause of sick days off work.
Science Shifts Focus to Health Benefits of Being Vegetarian
According to 'Eat right by your blood type', there are some people whose bodies prefer a semi-vegetarian lifestyle.
Have the Japanese discovered the key to a healthy heart?
The Japanese have one of the lowest rates of cardiovascular disease and related conditions in the world. Perhaps one of their secrets is natto.
Skin Allergies: Which Type of Ingredients Cause Allergies in Skin Care Products?
Despite much research and development to formulate hypoallergenic skin care products there is always a small percentage of the population that presents with skin irritations and allergic contact dermatitis.
Seated Exercise “pays off”, says Movement Therapist
Bruce Thomson, massage therapist and Pilates instructor of Invercargill, was in Christchurch last week being interviewed by CTV. He spoke about the benefits of seated exercise and gentle, smooth movement with body alignment.
Test for Cancer from the Comfort of Your Own Throne
This Queens Birthday Weekend marks the launch of Bowel Cancer Awareness Week and was today celebrated in right royal fashion; educating New Zealanders on how to test for bowel cancer from the comfort of their own throne.
Top 5 Tips for Effective Winter Facial Care
Winter poses special challenges for mature skin. The biggest challenges result from being exposed to several different climates and temperatures every day.
Have You Lost Yourself?
Never settle for less than you deserve. because that's when you lose not only your happiness but lose yourself.
What is Herbalism?
With the current trend to all things natural, it is not surprising that herbalism or "the study and use of medicinal properties of plants" is becoming more commonly accepted and popularly used.