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Keeping an Eye on Our Changing Vision
As we get older many aspects of our vision change, so it is important to make regular visits to a professional optometrist who can monitor your vision and ensure that it is kept in the best possible condition.
Regular Eye Exams, the Surest Way to Maintain Clear and Comfortable Vision
Did you know that on average 60% of people seeking an eye exam will be expected to need prescription glasses or contact lenses? The importance of good vision cannot be underestimated.
Living with a Alzheimers sufferer
Names have been changed for privacy: A note I sent to some family and friends. Lots of you ask how John is and I say ....
The Major Barrier to Hepatitis C Treatment in NZ
The major barrier to Hepatitis C treatment for New Zealanders is that they are unaware of their infection, or the diagnosis is delayed until liver disease is advanced by which time the treatment is less effective.
Be a volunteer of Heart Foundation
We help people affected by heart disease. We fund research. We help people make healthy living choices. We run ......
I'd never heard of QE Health before. I knew Rotorua has natural mineral waters and nice hot mud, but didnt realise ....
This last solstice i made some changes in my regime and have seen quantifiable benefits. First - I lost a couple of ......
Oils and Fats - Which ones are best?
Some fat is included in almost all our diets and 20% is not an unusual amount. However it is not the exact amount we ......
For years the “French Paradox” where a nation with a high intake of saturated fats also had a low rate of .....
Find the Right Natural Health Product for you
In today's health supplement market the Internet has allowed consumers huge ranges of products and within many ......
Oils and Fats - Which ones are best?
Some fat is included in almost all our diets and 20% is not an unusual amount. However it is not the exact amount we ......
The No 1 Natural Health Product you should take
Researching natural health products on the internet has been an interest of mine for many years and I spend several ......
The bioactive milk protein lactoferrin has been used for many years to stimulate the immune system particularly in ......
A Natural Product that Relieves Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis is a form of arthritis that causes pain, swelling, stiffness and loss of function in your joints. ...
Begin by standing on a comfortable surface, where you have plenty of room at each side.With a 5-lb potato bag in each .....
Effect of Calcium Supplements on the Heart
Recent publicity in the media on the danger of calcium supplementation increasing the likelihood of a heart attack or .....
Are New Zealander's Vitamin D Deficient
Because vitamin D deficiency is becoming implicated in such a wide range of disease conditions, researchers worldwide .....
A Guide to the Use of Calcium Supplements
Calcium supplements are more widely used in the world than any other dietary supplement including all minerals, ......
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Festive Entertaining Home Tour
Great ideas for decorating and entertaining in your home for ChristmasTen Auckland home owners will open their doors on ...
I read your article on Exercise Against Cancer and I was impressed. The idea of continuing to exercise before and after ...
Care on Call - It's good to be home!
Seniors who are able to stay independently in their own homes and familiar surroundings tend to live fuller, happier and longer lives than those who enter rest homes or care facilities too early.
Do You Need a to Take a Multi-Vitamin?
What am I looking for again? Can't remember a name? Having trouble sleeping? Feeling anxious about things that didn't used to bother you before? Suffering with body aches and low energy levels?
Do You Suffer From Tired or Aching Legs?
The great thing about this product is that it is an award-winning, New Zealand designed and made Medical Device, made from New Zealand Merino.
Natural Remedies for Problem Sinuses
Spring is upon us which means, longer days, warmer nights, flowers blooming, and bees a buzzing. For many, it is their favourite time of the year but for a growing number of people it means swollen eyes, itchy nose, constant sneezing, and headaches, and t
Aging is a natural consequence of living, but is losing sight an inevitable consequence of aging?
Men with prostate "problems" could benefit greatly from a herb named Epilobium. It seems to be better-known ....
When You're 'Afraid Of Hurting Someone's Feelings', Whose Feelings Are You Really Afraid Of Hurting?
I was reminded today on two occasions of how it’s always our own feelings that we are trying to protect when we .....
Depression: Stop de-pressing your emotions
Yesterday I was reminded, again, of how depression really is a de-pressing of emotions.A couple of days ago I ......
How To Survive A Nervous Breakdown
The truth about mental breakdowns and how they are often a breakthrough in disguiseHaving a so-called ‘nervous ......
For many years I have suffered from acid reflux, as a lot of people do. It is also known as heartburn. Of recent times ....
Dear Friends, I picked up UTI infection in mid Jan' 2011, till date no relief. I have checked with my GP, Urologist ...
Changing needs [Enliven Positive Ageing Services]
When Joyce Lloyd came out of hospital after a hip replacement, she was worried that she would be put into a rest ......
This wonderful new Resveratrol from Lani Lopez is good for me, and also my little Griffon Dog Rommel (12 years old). I ....
F&P ICON™ and OSA [Treating Sleep Apnea in Style]
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is a common yet serious condition present in approximately 9% of middle aged men and 4% of women.
Do you suffer with the odd twinge in your neck or shoulders from too much computer lounging? Or lower back pain or a ......
The Effective Way to Reduce Fatigue, Improve the Immune System and Regulate Sexual Function
Nowadays, medicine pays great attention to the relationship between human health and diet, which is a significant factor in the normal function of all the body's systems and its resiliency to various adverse environmenta
Choosing the Right Continence Pads
Incontinence can diminish the quality of life for those affected, but this can be minimised, simply by choosing the correct continence product.
Arthritis pain is a problem for thousands of New Zealanders. While science continues to search for a cure, relief is taking new forms.
Choosing an in-home care provider is a big decision and it's reassuring to know Geneva Homecare has a large team of highly trained and experienced carers and nurses available nationwide, whatever your needs.
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At Foot and Sole, we put our best foot forward!
At Foot and Sole, we manage various foot conditions such as corns, calluses, ingrown toenails and more. We always ensure...
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Murder in the Bathroom? [Vein & Laser]
… at least, that’s what it looks like, blood everywhere, on the floor and low on the walls. ......
Hearing Direct is independently owned with clinics located in Green Bay and Birkenhead. Our friendly and ......
Four Hot Tips to Avoid Winter Colds & Flu
The temperature’s dropping and I no longer kick the duvet off my husband overnight. So less complaints from him. ....
Itching is a tingling or uneasy irritation of the skin that makes you want to scratch the affected area. When itching is generalized and persistent, medical help may be needed to determine and treat the cause.
What to Watch for When Buying Online Vitamins?
If you’re buying vitamins online there are a couple of things to be aware of. If the list of ingredients is a ......
Murder in the Bathroom? [Vein & Laser]
… at least, that’s what it looks like, blood everywhere, on the floor and low on the walls. ......
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For everyone, good health leads to a vivacious life [Natural Therapies]
Nobody likes to be judged or controlled by age; prevention and natural healing treatment is needed for everyone from young to old. At Half the Price of comparable antioxidants, Natural Therapies is now producing what we believe to be a superior blend of
When Vitamin Deficiency Lets You Down
Feeling under par and want to get your Mojo back? Sometimes it’s as simple as getting a good night’s ....
Combat the effects of ageing with Resveratrol!
Trying to defy old age is an age old desire. But what if you could live a long healthy life with a lot less effort?
How to be a friend to someone with dementia
A lot is written about the symptoms of dementia, but how can we best be a friend to someone with dementia?Ten thoughts ....
Balance Point - How to Perform Deadlifts
Last time I talked about squatting and how it is probably the best exercise you can do.
How does your mum or dad hold up in winter?
Are you OK? - That's what the new St John medical alarm asks if your mum or dad isn't up and about as they should be.
Make The Most Of Summer, With Products From www.Helping-Hand.co.nz
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Health Script - Nothing Beats Good Nutrition!
With the overwhelming bombardment from vitamin advertising it's hard to know what works best? To meet the ongoing demands of your body and mind, Health Script has designed a pair of unique vitamin supplements that work day and night.
Exercise and Knee Osteoarthritis
When your body is in good working order, you may not spend much time thinking about things like, say, your knees or your...
What If You Didn't Have to Grow Old?
Teams of scientists working at Harvard and MIT are tampering with the cellular power plants that determine how you live ...
Why choose a full diagnostic hearing test over a free hearing check?
A free hearing screening answers one question only - do you have a hearing loss? That's why they are free.
Information On Age Related Hearing Loss
Hearing loss, especially age related hearing loss (also known as Presbyacusis) is a common condition, perhaps more than ...
How to Eliminate Muscle Cramps
You Can Prevent this ProblemMuscle cramps can be a very painful side effect of exercise. You work out to benefit your .....
Chocolate! I thought that would get your attention. Magnesium is richly available in Chocolate - so it really is good to...
Live And Breathe Affordable Luxury Daily With Lemongrass House
Love life and live and breathe affordable luxury daily with Lemongrass House – the ultimate way to ......
Gargling helps you soothe your sore and irritating throat. There are various garling recipes available. Here are a few ....
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Lower Leg Health Is Often Neglected! [Vein & Laser]
Varicose veins & spider veins usually develop slowly over years and often become something “I’ll fix one...
Apple is a great fruit widely being used for cakes, pies and many health care products too. Everyone is familiar with .....
Preventing and Relieving Hemorrhoid Pain
Did you know that there is a similarity between varicose veins and hemorrhoids? That's because instead of protruding...
Are you looking for a product to help with aches and pains? Are you looking to slow the effects of ageing? Are you seeking a natural product to support good joint health?
A really simple way to deal with Bad Breath..
My father in-law sometimes has this problem. When he's sitting besides me in the car, I often pass him the mints and...
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Why is good health important? Good health gives us control over our own lives. Yet, we truly don't appreciate it ......
Exercise To Eliminate Tiredness
Do you always feel sluggish and tired in the morning even if you sleep 8 hours at night? Do you feel you lack ...
Health & Wellbeing Products from Natural Therapies - Super Antioxidants
Prevention is better than cure. You could protect your health; your greatest asset; your best investment in life. Any symptom of sickness and disease is a reduction in the value of that asset.
A Pacific Approach to Healthcare - Pasifika Integrated Family Medical Centre
Pasifika is very competitively priced and going to see a GP is more affordable than you think. If you and your family enrol with Pasifika you will be charged subsidised consultation rates depending on your age.
Drug addiction is compulsive use of a substance despite negative consequences which can be severe; drug abuse is simply ...
Advantages of Hot Stone Full Body Massage
A full body massage is often treated as a form of therapy by some people. The full body massage can be accompanied by .....
The Foundation for Good Health and Wellbeing starts with Alka Vita
Alka Vita is a proprietary modified liquid silica concentrate solution, high in oxygen and silica, and is highly ......
How I lost 10 years of pain and put years on my life!
Recently I went to my Doctor for my annual check-up. I used to go every two months for the script for my 14 pills a day. That's until I discovered this amazing fruit juice blend from the Amazon Rain Forest.
Foot - Fitness Routine Give them a little down-to-earth care and attention and you’ll walk on air this summer. A ...
Do You Have Problems Sleeping?
Do you sleep like a baby? Our bodies, minds, thinking changes over the years. Our heads are maybe much more active ......
Real Nutrients Resveratrol Plus
Resveratrol, as well as the other polyphenols in wine is thought to account in large part for the so-called French Paradox
Use gently as an exfoliating scrub. Sprinkle a small amount of baking soda onto your palm, add a little water, and wash ...
Breast Cancer - Whangarei/Northland
Following my own diagnosis of breast cancer, it was a wake up call and the realization as to just how many women are ......
Wisanow - One Stop Destination Social Networking Site for Midlife Women
Move over Facebook - wisanow.co.nz helps women in midlife connect
What hearing protection should I use?
If you can't make noise quieter or remove it, you need to use protection.
Deafening Decibels Damaging DIYers
Every weekend thousands of kiwis are putting their hearing in jeopardy by undertaking seemingly innocuous home and garden Do it Yourself projects.
Come winter time and your hands start getting dry and chapped. Those long fingers, that were the envy of your friends in...
10 Best Ways to Relieve Stress
Finding ways to relieve stress are great ways to relieve anxiety. By relieving anxiety, one is able to head off anxiety ...
Juicy and sweet, with a soft, buttery yet somewhat grainy texture, the white to cream-colored flesh of pears was once .....
Information on Hip and Thigh Pain
The hip is a ball-and-socket joint, surrounded by large muscles. The ball, the round head of the femur (thigh bone), is ...
Learn How to Fix your Posture in Two Easy Steps
If you sit at a desk and work on a computer for most of your workday, you already know that your posture suffers. Here ....
Reasons for Dentists Recommending Dental Crowns
Dental crowns or dental caps or tooth caps are a type of dental restoration which when cemented into place, encase the ....
Natural Remedies for Tooth Ache Prevention
Toothache is painful, uncomfortable and can make you sleepless in nights. The amount of pain depends on the causes of .....
3 Tips on Getting Rid of Bad Breath
Having bad breath can be humiliating and embarrassing, especially when you know that people are joking and criticizing ....
Caring for your denture on a daily basis can heighten your sense of well being, and compliment your appearance. In...
Why not? Because they’ll yellow your teeth eventually. They contain abrasive ingredients like baking soda, which ....
If you have some dental problems and you have heard about the possibility of having dental implants as a solution to ......
New Zealand Orthopaedic Association & Wishbone Trust Joint Effort Walk
9:30am Sunday, April 18th 2010.
I am a baby boomer and feeling great. However I see other boomers who are starting to crumble. Just recently a friend ...
Getting men out from under their car bonnets and thinking about a WoF check for their bodily engines is a challenge that is inspiring a new, more positive approach from health professionals.
Cut 100s of Calories (You Won't Miss Them!)
Looking to lose weight without starving? Here are ways to cut calories -- and not even miss them. Consider it stealth ....
Your 10-point plan for happiness
Find out a 10-Point plan to better healthy and general happiness
Retirement used to be the cue to close the curtains on life as you knew it; nowadays retirement is largely embraced as a time for personal growth through new opportunities.
If you're just about to light that 100th candle and smile for the photographer from the local newspaper, then you might like to know that as a centenarian you are part of the world's fastest growing age group.
Making friends with your tape measure
We've all got our sights set on good health and fitness in our mature years and one of the easiest ways to begin is to make friends with that old enemy the tape measure.
The 10 Secrets of 100% Healthy People
A groundbreaking and informative new book that will enable people to easily transform their health and wellbeing.
What Is a Detox Diet, and Who Needs It?
"There are a lot of people who believe that because we live in a world with so many environmental pollutants and .....
6 Ways To Prevent Eye Facial Lines
Eye wrinkle could be a phenomenon of old age but if taken caution of from the young age, eye wrinkles can be ......
There are generally three stages in human memory: sensory memory, short-term memory, and long-term memory.Sensory memory...
How to Slim Down by Boosting Metabolism
Anyone who is serious about fitness and weight loss knows that raising metabolism plays a huge role in helping you get ....
Healthy Dieting: Eat 5 Meals a Day and Lose Weight!
A lot of fad diets rely on depriving the body of food, but if you look at creatures in nature you will see that you need...
Food Allergies -- Why Are Peanuts So Dangerous?
Since peanut allergies are particularly dangerous, a lot of research has been carried out on the subject in recent ......
What's The First Step In Treating Kidney Stones?
When treating kidney stones, there are many home remedies and countless medical protocols to choose from. However, there...
Home Remedies for Ankle Swelling
It may affect both legs and may include the calves or even the thighs. But, most importantly, cut down on processed ......
If you've been looking for a way towards a high octane diet, you'll find fibre to be exactly what you need. Even...
Eating Mango is Really Beneficial for Your Health
The mango originated in Southeast Asia where it has been grown for over 4,000 years. Over the years mango groves have .....
How to Overcome an Anxiety Attack
Many anxiety attack sufferers wish to know how to overcome anxiety attack permanently. Although the process require much...
Lighten Your Load: Transforming Emotional Baggage
“The past is the past. Don’t cry over spilled milk. Put it behind you. Get over it ......
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There are a few basic first aid techniques that everyone should know. The following represents an introduction to first ...
EatSmart - From the Cancer Society
Accessible and affordable - this is the perfect family cookbook for a healthy lifestyle, packed with simple recipes and fun tips to make small, easy changes to your meals that add up to a healthier diet.
Make 2010 the year you get your hearing sorted.
Summer is a great time to catch up with friends and enjoy all the activities that make life fun. But if your ears are struggling to keep up, it's hard to make the most of life.
Can Vitamin D Help You Survive Melanoma?
Recent research has given hope to melanoma patients: vitamin D can help you survive this very serious disease. Studies ....
The holidays are coming and for any of you who have been trying to lose weight, you know that food can be freightening. ...
Green Tea: The Natural Fat Burner
Green tea is derived from the plant Camellia sinensis, and the first ones to discover this wonderful tea was Chinese emperor around 4,000 years ago.
Should You Hire A Personal Trainer?
As we get ready to turn the calendar from December to January, again yearly resolutions are in the process of being ...
We all experience our ups and downs. Life can really be hard sometimes, but it’s how you deal with the many ......
The rotator muscle is the most common cause of shoulder pain. This is a group of four muscles that help to stabilise the...
Build Your Brain - Learn Something New
Article by Byron J Richards Researchers at the University of California, Santa Cruz were quite surprised...
My father was in the Navy; I guess that was why he regularly reminded me to stand up straight as I was growing up.
Don't Let Incontinence Restrict Lifestyle [USL Medical]
Too often incontinence sufferers tend to limit outings due to embarrassment and lack of confidence in managing their sensitive bladder issues. Social events, such as bus trips can be more pleasurable with the confidence and security offered by today's mod
As we age, our two brain hemispheres are emerging and interrelating more easily. Wisdom is the advantage gained by the ...
Lose Fat Naturally and Stay In Shape
Here are some ways and tips that you may find useful in losing fat and staying in shape.
Combat the effects of ageing with Resveratrol!
Trying to defy old age is an age old desire. But what if you could live a long healthy life with a lot less effort?
I have recently purchased an Anti-snoring device after much research and much Trial & Error of other devices that .....
The Olympic Pool & Fitness Centre
The Olympic is located right in the heart of Newmarket on Broadway, in Auckland.From our friendly staff through to our ...
Degenerative Diseases are increasing in our society. Do you know someone who has Parkinson's Disease, Alzheimers, .....
Sanitarium Fibre Life - Happy on the Inside, Happy on the Outsideâ„¢
Digestive health is a major concern worldwide. Digestive problems are one of the top four health issues that ......
Inexpensive and Natural Eye Care Tips
There are quite a number of ways you can treat sore eyes without having to resort to expensive creams and lotions.
Stretching and Toning With Pilates
The Pilates Method of Exercise seeks to improve the over-all health and well-being of its participants.
Today story is about my wife. At 57 years married with 7 children and 32 grandchildren she has become my rock, soul and...
Sanitarium - Join Healthy Steps For Free
Having a balanced lifestyle is vital to health and happiness. Healthy Steps is a step-by-step healthy lifestyle ......
Pilates seems to be the perfect exercise regimen for the people that are over the age of 50 due to its low impact exercises that will ensure that a person's joints remain flexible and that general mobility is increased.
Your Health Your Responsibility
We are responsible for our health. With that in mind we should be aware of not only the unseen ......
Cataracts are the leading cause of blindness in the world today, and are the leading cause of impaired vision in New ......
Healthy Eating and Regular Exercise - Mission Impossible?
Today, there are plenty of weight-loss strategies that are guaranteed to backfire. And, each and everyone's body metabolism reacts differently to different fast weight loss programs and plans.
Shiatsu is just one of the many types of massage therapy. In English, the word shiatsu means "finger therapy" and is considered to be a Japanese form of bodywork.
Bad Breath can be a common problem among a lot of people. In general, bad breath is caused by bacteria in the mouth ...
Caregiver Tips for Getting Through The Day
The duties of the caregiver usually change and increase over a period of time. One of the most difficult aspects of ...
I manufacture walking sticks and im very suprised and sometimes amased at some peoples reaction when I even suggest to ....
Denture horror story- with a happy ending.
I want to share horror story of my dentures, so I know the same thing won't happen to you. 5 years ago, I had all ...
Use Transcendental Meditation to Help Lower High Blood Pressure
A new scientific research study conducted at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine provides further ......
Procrastination and Perfectionism
With the New Year upon us it is a time of new beginnings, countless opportunities and second chances. It is at this ...
Break your weight-loss plateau
“I have come to a standstill in regards to my weight!” This seems to be a common statement from clients ......
It is entirely possible, that this following loose extract from 'The Hospice', although completely fictional, ...
Don't Stop Because You're Over 40
Kordel’s has developed a comprehensive range of natural supplements specifically tailored to address the needs...
Small wonder then that increasing numbers of us constantly feel physically and mentally drained or lacking energy for a large part of the day.
In the past few years, meditating has gone from something talked about only by ‘alternative lifestyle’ ....
“It's a slippery slope, Carrie. Without boundaries you never know what might happen.” Miranda from ....
The Most Important Focus - 40s to 60s
As we get older, the need and importance of exercise changes. You need to know exactly what it is that you should be ......
Does Oprah Need A Melanoma Before We Realise Suntans Aren't Healthy?
I’m 56 years old. Sunny beach day, sitting in our fold up chairs at our table on the sand. Two couples, ......
Break Your Routines to Slow Down Ageing
One of the great gifts of being a human being is that we have this immense opportunity to continue developing, learning, and bettering ourselves for the duration our lives.
The most important way you can eliminate cellulite is by building muscle; for every pound of muscle in your body, your...
Hemorrhoids - some Symptoms And Treatment
Hemorrhoids are actually varicose veins in the anus and rectum. They occur when blood vessels that are either inside the...
Eat Slowly and enjoy your food. Do not skip meals or shakes! Skipping meals can result in headaches or binge eating. ...
Cataracts - why has my dog got cataracts?
As our dogs get older we may notice clouding in their eyes, and a tendency to bump into things. In this article you can ...
1. FishFatty fish such as salmon, sardines, fresh tuna (not canned) and mackerel are very high in omega-3 fatty acids. ....
Are You Drinking Enough Water?
Here are a few tips to help you remember to drink the water, and to make it a little more pleasant or interesting.
Allan Dick: Something nobody wants to talk about
Because I am going to be a regular face on the GrownUps website, I have been asked to tell you a bit .....
I work with people who are going through change. Often the change is so significant that it becomes a crisis (such as a ...
Kinetics - Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation
Kinetics is a physical therapy and exercise rehabilitation clinic with established protocols for all common orthopaedic surgeries undertaken in New Zealand.
Flowers Work Wonders In Brightening Up Days
Flowers Work Wonders is giving away hundreds of thousands of flowers over the next month.
Avoid the 3 O'clock Slump. How to Eat for Lasting Energy!
Article written by Robert Knight NZSP, and courtesy of Kinetics - physical rehabilitation specialists. Read more ......
New Eco-friendly Duvet Offers a Healthier Night's Sleep
Dunedin Bedding Company Ellis Fibre has launched a line of environmentally sensitive duvets and pillows called Ecodown, ...
Celebrating My Life After a Heart Attack
Today is my anniversary. Not my wedding anniversary, but the anniversary of my first, and last, heart attack. I will ......
Deaf Awareness Week (22-28 September 2008)
Nearly half of New Zealand's youth have potentially damaged their hearing by the time they reach 25 years of age. Please help raise awareness of this growing problem by supporting Deaf Awareness Week.
Yoga is an adaptive discipline that can support the body through the myriad of biological changes it is making.
It might surprise you to learn that tea is the second most commonly consumed beverage in the world, ......
Chronic knee pain: Is surgery the only solution?
The results of a study published in the online open access journal, BMC Medicine indicate that sufferers of .....
Do you ever have those days where you wonder what ever happened to the body that you used to have?How long is it since ....
The Health Benefits of Owning A Pet
Do you pick out a pet to fulfill a need or do you consider the added health benefits of owning a pet?
The Reading problems that characterises Dyslexia may stem from an inability to match the words...
Nourishing Ourselves and Others in Relationships (The Zen Way)
It's delicious to feel well nourished in relationships. There's a hunger we have for all kinds of warmth, kindness and appreciation. However, most of us go about getting our needs met in the wrong way. Our focus is always upon what we are "receiving". Thi
Sexuality, Relationships and Dating
After years of dealing with the roller coaster of life changes in both your emotional and physical life, you may have .....
Researchers at Oldham Cottage hospital recently investigated the potential of essential oil of lavender.
Pilates - At Any Stage Of Living
There has been an increasing awareness of Pilates and a huge growth in the number of studios throughout New Zealand.
Good Humour Can Affect Your Health And Wellbeing
Our health can be affected by whether or not we see the humour in every day occurences.
Reducing Bags Under Your Eyes and Puffy Eyes.
Puffy eyes are a condition where the eyes begin swelling due to different factors.
Having dyslexia and being able to, and desperately wanting to write is a challenge few could understand or appreciate .....
Sex over 70 - definitely not past it
You may have already suspected as much, but a Swedish study has found that today’s 70 year olds are having more .....
If you ever need an excuse to play golf just say it prolongs life. That is according to the Swedish medical university Karolinska Institute.
Being Healthy - Blue Dot Health
There's an analogy that's been used for ages in teaching institutions all over the world, called the ......
Nature left us a great clue as to what foods help what part of our body!
Taking the bull by the horns - Blue Dot Health
Not long after I started working on my Master's thesis, my supervisor took me aside and said we needed to talk. ...
BOOOMPH, ???, whiteness? darkness? I look up from where I am lying on the road, and see people, ......
Simple Tips to Boost Your Immune System
A strong immune system is what helps your body remain healthy. If you get sick often, feel run down or fatigued, you may have a weak immune system. Here are some of the ways you can strengthen your body's defences.
New Zealanders Are Embracing Tai Chi
Older New Zealanders are embracing Tai Chi - 25'000 have moved and stepped their way through an ACC Tai Chi course
Your back pain may have just started, but your back pain problem began long ago.
The Psychological Origins of Diseases
According to Flemish medical intuitive and author, Christiane Beerlandt, every disease corresponds to a specific ....
This really works,for yourself,family,Grandchildren,etc. Boil together for 3 minutes, 1/2 cup of water. 2 tablespoons of...
Free flu protection for many Aucklanders
This season’s influenza vaccination is free to those who are at high risk of contracting ...
Herbal Remedies For Common Ailments
The popularity of herbal medicine is at an all time peak and herbal remedies are being used to help treat diseases affecting all age groups. However, a review of available research shows that a number of herbal remedies are particularly beneficial for sen
There are numerous Web sites offering medical advice. Some are more helpful than others - but you should always remember, the doctor knows best.
An active mind is a healthy mind. Stay active, train your brain regularly, and never stop learning
Fitness Is More Important Than Weight
At 60+ fitness is more important that weight. For over 60's, better cardio fitness means longer life.
I have learnt some very valuable lessons in the last twelve months and most of them have been for the good. I have been ...
The Rowing Person in the News Presently
I have read of Rob Waddell's plight and am thinking perhaps there maybe others with a similar heart ......
Important News about Waist, Exercise, Diet
Waist measurement, more than any other, including weight, is the most relevant basic body measurement indicator of heart...
LASIK laser vision correction is a procedure that can reduce or eliminate the need for glasses or contacts. IntraLase Custom LASIK technology provides a highly individualised, accurate, and blade-free approach to the critical first step of the LASIK proce
What Is LASIK Laser Vision Correction?
LASIK (laser in-situ keratomiliusis) refers to a permanent laser vision correction procedure that reshapes the cornea in order to free people from wearing glasses or contacts. LASIK is the most advanced and accurate method of improving eyesight for adult
I C E - In Case of Emergency. Scenario: at a bus stop a stranger has a mild stroke or heart attack. Of course on ....
Think Pink Medication Reconciliation at Middlemore Hospital
From September 2007 Middlemore Hospital has embarked on an initiative to improve medicine safety for its patients. Coin ...
Boosting Brain Fitness as we Age
Late-stage surges in mental activity can make up lost ground; and exercise is again shown to be the best thing for the brain, overall.
Flavanoids: what's all the fuss about?
Flavonoids are making headlines as studies are published showing their health-protective effects.
SURGERYWell I reported at 7.30 to the Super Clinic, as instructed, from reception we were directed to a waiting area, .....
Caring Concepts - First Aid Kits for Children
Caring Concepts Ltd is unique to the health and baby market. All Better Now™ are First Aid Kits specifically ...
The image of yoga has changed during the past years. If once, the first picture that popped your mind was of a group of ...
Omega-3 fats are a hot topic for health professionals and consumers alike. Why the resurgence of interest? It is partly ...
Is it time for another check-up?
It's possible your car gets tested more regularly than your body. Cars are replaceable. You are not. That's why check-ups...
Beans and Cardiovascular Disease
The old saying "beans, beans - good for the heart…" is based on fact.
Middlemore Trauma Services see all too often the results of people who have accidents in and around their homes. ......
Lifestyle and Fitness: what really matters when we age
We’re not preparing properly for later years...For many people, the view of exercise for older adults has been ......
Consciously choose your diet.Things like processed sugars, caffeine, preservatives, and non-organic food can affect your...
Why You Should Heal YourselfI find so many people today who put their faith in ....
As a Holistic Health Therapist and Reiki healer I have incorporated the altered states music for healing and well being....
When is the best time to exercise
This question has been addressed many times. Perhaps we can give a more comprehensive view.Everyone agrees that ......
Healthy Eating for Older Adults
As you get older your dietary needs change. Your digestion of nutrients may be impaired because of disease or an ......
Born between 1945 and 1963 and think you’re in OK shape? You may be kidding yourself...Members of the Baby Boom ....
Why is Vitamin D3 so important?
Vitamin D3 is for required to assist the body to absorb and utilize calcium in bone and muscle. Where does it come ......
Cardiovascular Exercise And The Brain
From the age of about 30, brain function, and particularly memory, starts to decline gradually. But with cardio ......
Eyesight, Balance, Confidence and the Risk of Falls
As we age, falls are an increasing risk. In the US, more than a third of community-dwelling adults 65 and over ......
The role of vitamin E on the anti-atherosclerotic effect of fish oil in diet-induced hypercholesterolemic rabbits...
All of New Zealand’s hospices come under Hospice New Zealand’s umbrella. They provide FREE palliative ....
Asthma & Respiratory Foundation
The Asthma and Respiratory Foundation is a charitable organisation that provides information...
Starting running for the first time
Before you run out the door, let’s get real about running...
Are you one of those people enticed by advertisements which promise a joyful and elated life can be yours when your home smells nice?
Free flu protection for over 65s
This season’s influenza vaccination is free to New Zealanders who are at high risk of contracting influenza.
Imagine this scene – It is a blissfully warm summer evening in the Banks Peninsula area.
Opinion: Daylight Saving Time - A cause of health related problems?
These days the philosophy behind Daylight Savings Time in New Zealand has little relevance to our lifestyle.
Lifeline Telephone Counselling
Lifeline is a telephone counselling service available 24/7. FREEPHONE throughout NZ - 0800 543 354 Our counsellors .....
Tranx Drug and Alcohol Services
TRANX is a certified non-profit organisation based in Auckland, New Zealand. We are a community based alcohol and ......
They say the eyes are the windows to the soul but more than 37million people around the world are blind. In the Pacific ...
Mental Health Foundation of NZ
The Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand is a charitable trust which aims to make mental health everybody’s ......
The New Zealand Breast Cancer is a non-government funded charitable trust that aims to reduce the number of New ......
Information supplied by Blackmores New Zealand Many of the diseases associated with the ageing process and with older...
Information supplied by Blackmores New Zealand Blackmores feels that the best defence this winter, is the NEW ....
It is estimated that almost 280,000 people suffer from the involuntary loss of urine in New Zealand. Our large baby ......
Here is a serious message that needs to be heard by our children, grandchildren and possibly even ourselves!
A product supplied by Lifebox What do we do? Lifebox takes the stress & anxiety out of having ....
Information supplied by Blackmores New Zealand May reduce the severity and duration of colds and allergic ......
All Better Now™ is a premium first aid kit specifically designed for use with infants and children up to 12 years ...
Sleep Apnoea Association of NZ
What is OBSTRUCTIVE SLEEP APNOEA (OSA)? Sleep Apnoea is a condition which can affect anyone of either gender and at any...
Stroke Home Care and Rehabilitation
DVD Video guide to stroke home care and rehabilitation NZ based Stroke Education Ltd has developed new tools to aid .....
What are meningitis and meningococcal septicaemia? Meningitis is inflammation of the meninges, the linings surrounding ....
Kidney Health NZ promoting Water as the preferred drink? The Kidney Health NZ National Drink Water Week is aimed at ...
Type 2 Diabetes is the largest health problem facing New Zealand - you can get it during pregnancy, you can be born with...
Glaucoma is an eye disease in which the normal fluid pressure inside the eye rises, leading to vision loss - or even ....
Cure Kids objectives are to fund medical research that: provides better treatments improves the quality of life for .....
Cystic Fibrosis Association of NZ
Our Mission To ensure increased life expectancy and improved quality of life for present and future people with Cystic ....
Five years have now past I've graduated at last.Overian cancer, I didn't even know it was there and they told me...
Good Bladder Habits for Everyone Helping people whose lives are affected by bladder and bowel problems. Healthy ......
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