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Supplements & Natural Remedies
Do ageing bodies require more protein?
No matter what your age, protein is an essential part of any balanced diet. But of ...
The many benefits of Omega 3
Omega-3 fats are a hot topic for health professionals and consumers alike. Why the resurgence of ...
Probiotics – A new tool to help manage digestive problems
Through age, stress or poor nutrition or other reason, it seems more of us are struggling with stomach or intestinal discomfort.
Natural ways to keep blood pressure in check
While New Zealand champions an active outdoor lifestyle, the reality is that more than one million ...
What is protein and why do we need It?
Protein helps us to get leaner. As the raw material for almost all body tissue, proteins are broken down and used to create the cells that make up organs, muscle, skin hair, neurotransmitters and more.
Shoo fly, don’t bother me… Nor you mosquito
Flies and mosquitos are one of the frustrations of summer. Their constant whining and buzzing are irritating, as are their bites and ability to spread germs. Insect sprays can be really toxic and unpleasant, so here are a couple of natural remedies that c
No nutritional benefits of milk in light-proof bottles
Despite claims light-proofed containers protect the vitamins in milk, Consumer NZ testing reveals there’s little difference in nutrient ...
Could your daily aspirin be hurting your health?
Whether you’re nursing a headache or trying to minimise the risk of a heart attack, aspirin ...
The vitamins you may be lacking as you age
As you age, your body loses its ability to absorb nutrients. Basically, this means that the ...