The birth of an industry
For the first 40 years of Pakeha settlement, farmers usually kept a few dairy cows. These “housecows” would supply the farmers immediate needs and those of nearby townsfolk. Milk was left to stand overnight , and the cream skimmed from the surface to be churred each day to make butter. Some farmers made their own […]
7 Reasons to Reduce Sugar
Reducing sugar can be one of the best things you can do for your health! You Can Get AddictedConsuming sugar is linked to causing a surge of the feel-good chemicals in your brain (serotonin and dopamine). This happens in the same way as when someone uses drugs, such as cocaine, and just like the effects […]
5 Tips To Feel Better
Stress is our body responding to change. Because our lives involve constant change there is no way of avoiding stress. Because we are unable to eliminate all stress from our lives, we need to effectively manage what we can. Stress management is taking control of your lifestyle, thoughts, and emotions, so you can be happier, […]
Colostrum – How might it benefit your health ?
What is colostrum? Colostrum is a milk-like substance that comes from the breasts of mammals for the first few days following birth. It is sometimes referred to as first milk, as it comes before true milk appears and is high in fat for energy, proteins, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals. However, it is the protein molecules […]
Tips to Joint Health
These tips can help you guard your joints against injury and keep them healthy for years to come.Joints connect your bones, support your weight and allow you to move. Joints and their surrounding structures allow you to bend your knees, wiggle your hips, turn your head and wave to say goodbye. Although your joints are […]
A Guide to Staying Healthy While Indoors
Most health advice can be boiled down to simple behaviours, like eating a balanced diet, exercising and getting good sleep. During a pandemic like COVID-19, many of you are staying indoors more than normal, which has probably thrown a spanner into the works trying to maintain a healthy lifestyle. So , here is a Coronavirus […]
Covid 19 . What Should You Know ?
Here in New Zealand we are now at Level 4 ( the highest ) which means like many countries we are in lockdown. Everyone must stay home , unless we want to go for some exercise. BUT , don’t go too far. Stick to your suburb. Of course there are essentials such as food and […]
Deskercise – Let’s Get Moving
Alot of people sit for about 10 hours a day. That’s nearly half a day. That’s not the best is it…. NO !! Excessive sitting has been linked to the likes of heart disease , diabetes and even poor mental health. Yes, if you have an office job it’s most likely most of your time […]
Coronavirus Now Reaching a Pandemic Level
It seems the world is once again heading in the wrong direction with Coronavirus. It has now brought on over 2600 deaths and over 80,000 people infected. There is now discussion it is becoming a pandemic. Cruise ships continue to be quarantined. Imagine being confined to just your room. There has been over 600 infected […]
Good Health Begins In The Gut
Research over the past two decades has revealed that gut health is critical to overall health. By improving gut health, it can help you… Lose weight Boost your immune system Reduce IBS Lessen anxiety and depression Many researchers believe that supporting gut health will be one of the most important goals of medicine in the […]
Forming Healthy Habits
At this time of year, many people have made a new years resolution , or set new goals. Let’s be honest … how many times have these intentions only lasted a few weeks without results made ? Let’s look at some good habits to implement so we can continue the year feeling like progress is […]
Easy Lifestyle Tips For 2020
Whether your a dedicated gym goer or a newbie taking steps towards a better , healthier, lifestyle , here are some tips that will change your life for the better. Eating Well Establishing healthy eating habits can give you more energy, boost your immune system, provide better gut health and improve your strength and endurance. […]
