Good Health Choices Magazine NZ

Most of us have a vision of how we’d like to end up in old age. In an ideal world, I see myself still heading to yoga, splashing around at aqua-aerobics sessions, going for walks with my husband, reading shedloads of books, catching up with friends a

Editor-in-Chief Nicky Dewe Editor Amy Prebble Creative Director Louise Thomson Feature Writers Erin Fisher, Monique McKenzie Beauty Editor Helene Ravlich Senior Designers Kate van den Bergh, Bobby Saunders Designers Archie Blohm, Robyn T

What makes us feel old and how to turn back the years The signs of melanoma and steps to protect yourself Skin-loving innovations in the world of beauty Maybe baby? Fertility in your 20s, 30s and 40s Boost your immune system for the months ah

I picked up a copy of Good Health & Wellbeing recently and it was the first time I’ve read a print magazine in years. It was such a great magazine and I read it from cover to cover. I loved it so much that I actually subscribed for a year, yesterday.

For those who are on an oral contraceptive pill but have trouble remembering to take it each day, scientists are currently developing a contraceptive pill that only needs to be taken once a month. The gelatine capsule dissolves in the stomach, releas

Clean: Wash hands, chopping boards, utensils and surfaces before and after preparing raw meat. Cook: Cook meat and poultry thoroughly, until juices run clear. Chill: Cover, store separately and chill in the fridge. If in doubt chuck it out. Fol

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Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a disorder characterised by extreme fatigue with no underlying medical condition. It’s more likely to affect women than men and anyone who has difficulty managing stress. The fatigue may worsen with physical or menta

» You have a demanding job: Work stress is a common cause of emotional exhaustion. Your risk increases if you don’t like your job » or work long hours. You’re a perfectionist: Many studies have revealed a link between perfectionism and emotional exha

The symptoms of endometriosis can have a major impact on quality of life, mental health and physical health, but a Swiss study has found that more than half of women with the condition are also twice as likely to experience frequent fatigue compared

Do you often feel fatigued by everyday activities such as shopping, cleaning or climbing stairs? When the heart is less able to pump blood to all of the body’s tissues, it conserves resources by diverting blood from the limbs and instead sending it t

When you’re stressed and anxious, your breathing may become shallow or you might hold your breath, which means you’re not taking in enough oxygen. This can lead to lower levels of oxygen and higher levels of carbon monoxide in your blood and the resu

When you sit, your body assumes you’re in a resting position and slows you down. Many of us sit all day for work, and then again on the trip home, and once we’re at home, we’re usually sitting again. That’s a lot of sitting. Frequent breaks will help

With non-specific symptoms like fatigue, a holistic approach can be effective. An alternative practitioner, such as a naturopath, will look at your health from all angles and may identify a number of factors that are contributing to your symptoms. Th

I bought the February 2020 Good Health & Wellbeing magazine to read while relaxing on the beach in Gisborne. What attracted me was Art and Matilda Green on the cover, but as I read the magazine I was inspired and intrigued by many of the articles. Th

Does exercise decrease the risk of Alzheimer’s disease? A Yes. Anything that improves your cardiovascular health decreases your risk of Alzheimer’s disease by improving the blood supply to your brain. More recently, research has shown that independ

“I was pretty energetic until I hit 40. After that I started to feel tired more often during the day and was less inclined to get out and exercise like I used to. I tried going to bed earlier and although that did help a bit, I just wasn’t my old sel

Is it possible to eat too much protein? A In short, yes! Your body can only utilise a limited amount of protein at a time, so it’s recommended that you don’t consume much more than 30g of protein per meal or snack. Consuming more than 30g usually m

With it being a new decade, you’re probably raring to go with a full-on new fitness routine. And it’s great to start out as you mean to go on, but before you hit the heavy weights, it’s important to understand where your body is at right now, and to

1 Ask someone to take a picture of you, standing upright from sideways on. Take a look at how your posture looks. 2 Compare your posture to the ilustrations shown on this page. Which one most resembles how you stand? Look in particular at the upper

» It’s really important to do something every day. Whether that’s walking, going to the gym or going for a bike ride, because even if you don’t feel like exercising, you will feel really good afterwards. » To feel healthy, I have to have my mind in a

»» Not all overthinking is problematic – it can even be pleasurable or helpful. We can spend a lot of time thinking about positive experiences, exciting projects and upcoming events we are looking forward to! Overthinking is harmful when it’s based i

The cooler months means more hydration is required, and F-Balm Electrolyte Waterfacial, $89, is a new overnight mask from clean beauty superstars Drunk Elephant that features a cocktail of hydrating and barrier-replenishing ingredients. Antioxidants

Exercise can work wonders for your complexion by improving circulation to feed your skin and create an all-over glow. But a sweat session can also have unwanted side effects, such as a red face, breakouts and chafing. How your skin reacts during a wo

» So how do you loosen the grip of FOMO and explore the benefits of JOMO? Say ‘no’ more often. “People struggle to say no but if someone asks me to do something, I’ll describe the situation, express how I feel and offer a solution. So, if I’m too bus

If you have been considering a rejuvenating health retreat set in stunning surrounds but are wary of international travel at the moment, Maruia River Retreat could be the perfect solution. The retreat is a former fly-fishing lodge located off the bea

Proven to reduce wrinkle volume by 4.5 times, Snowberry’s Youth Renewing Serum delivers the eProlex™ triple peptide complex to help boost collagen and elastin production while nourishing and hydrating. It has been specifically designed to re-densify

1 Find a quiet space to practise where you won’t be disturbed. Make sure your phone is on silent. If you live with people, let them know you’re about to practise so you’re not interrupted. 2 Wear comfortable clothing and nothing that restricts your

Regular movement, nourishment, social connection, restoration and a sense of purpose are all essential pillars for overall health and happiness, yet finding time to squeeze each of them into your busy life can feel like an impossibility. If only ther

Whether you’re growing salad greens or pruning trees and hedges, gardening can mentally and physically help with... » Symptoms of anxiety » and depression » Heart and bone health Muscle strength, » mobility and fitness » Vitamin D » Nutrition Memory

Favourite dish for a lazy Sunday brunch? Coconut yoghurt, walnuts, frozen berries, banana and a touch of maple syrup, and then coffee with oat milk. What’s been your most memorable moment on stage? Playing Mr Tumnus in Nelson Youth Theatre’s prod

Every year has a sort of astrological “signature” – a central theme or story. This year, one of the signatures is a series of rolling Jupiter/Pluto alignments – one of which takes place this month. Jupiter is the planet of plenty, Pluto is the plan