BLOSSOMS, WARMER WEATHER AND HAYFEVER!
The arrival of spring brings blossoms and warmer weather - but it's not all sunshine and sunflowers. If you're part of the 20% of New Zealanders affected, you'll know all too well that spring is the season when hayfever is the hardest. Part of effectively managing your hayfever is having a good grasp on what it is, how it's caused and some of the things you can do to avoid hayfever triggers....
October 6, 2022HOW TO PROTECT YOUR CHILD'S SKIN
When kids are outdoors, it's important to protect their skin from too much exposure to the sun's ultraviolet rays (UV rays), which can lead to skin cancer, skin damage and aging and eye injury....
October 5, 2022October News
Spring is the perfect time for a fresh start. As the weather becomes warmer and the days grow longer it's the perfect time to enjoy the outdoors, set some goals and get organised before the impending end of year rush. HERE ARE A FEW IDEAS TO MAKE THE MOST OF SPRING. Get some fresh air:Blow the cobwebs away by getting outside as often as you can.Shop for seasonal food or grow your own fresh produce:It is always a healthy and economical idea to buy fresh food that is in season, or think abo...
October 5, 2022THE INS AND OUTS OF POOR DIGESTION
Helping your gut function well are billions of friendly bacteria. Different strains affect your body in different ways, and low levels overall have a detrimental effect on the health of your gut - your digestion will not be working at its optimum....
October 4, 2022CRACKED HEELS: REMEDIES & PREVENTION
A cracked heel is a common foot problem and can occur when the thick skin on the sole of the foot becomes dry and is more prone to cracking. In most cases, it's just a nuisance and unattractive to look at. But when the cracks or fissures become deep, it can be painful to stand, walk or put any pressure on your heel....
October 3, 2022September News
As the days are getting longer and the weather gets warmer, we are reminded of what spring is all about for many: hayfever!If you are one of the many people who suffer from seasonal allergies we have lots of tips and health advice to help reduce the signs of hayfever. Read more here....
September 5, 2022Boost Your Immunity with Vitamin C
Vitamin C is the biggest selling supplement in New Zealand - and for good reason.Vitamin C has been linked to may impressive health benefits, such as boosting antioxidant levels, reducing blood pressure, reducing heart disease risk, protecting against gout attacks, improving iron absorption, boosting immunity and reducing dementia risk.To find out more about this amazing vitamin head to our advice pages....
September 3, 2022Soothe Red, Itchy Eyes
When you work too hard or play too hard, the surface of your eyes can sometimes become red and irritated causing the blood vessels in the eyes to swell, making the eyes look red.Read our health advice on how to sooth and relieve red irritated eyes....
September 2, 2022Fast, Effective, Pain Relief
Maxigesic was invented and developed right here in New Zealand and has been helping Kiwis get better, faster pain relief since 2009.Maxigesic provides a unique patented combination of paracetamol 500mg and ibuprofen 150mg, that combines the power of these two ingredients to provide better pain relief than paracetamol or ibuprofen alone, and reduce fever and inflammation. ...
September 1, 2022Tis the season...Allergy Season.
Running nose, itchy eyes, sneezing, wheezing, rashes, and general irritability are all signs of hayfever. No-one wants to be miserable with hay fever! If you are feeling the effects of pollen, check out our tips and solutions for minimising the effects of hay fever and allergies this season. Read more here....
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