Body Health

Athletes Foot, Thrush, UTI: Fun with Fungus (2 comments)

by Jane Cronin Jan 18 2012

The current summer wheather has created ideal conditions for fungus and bacteria to proliferate. Health wise you may have noticed an increase in tinea pedis or athletes foot, UTI's and bladder infections.…read more

Calcium & Bone Health (0 comments)

by Jane Cronin Nov 18 2011

Healthy Bones, osteoporosis and calcium. Below are some suggestions for maintaining bone health, including exercise, calcium foods, vitamins and minerals. 50% of women and around a third of men over the age of 60 are affected by osteoporosis in NZ …read more

Looking after your heart (0 comments)

by Jane Cronin Sep 27 2011

How can you improve your heart health? The average kiwi diest is high in fat, cholesterol, calories and salt, and our lifestyles are far too sedentary. Jane looks at facts about smoking, excersize, obesety,fats, sugar, stress and fibre.…read more

Cholesterol and fat (1 comment)

by Jane Cronin Jul 09 2011

Many people are under the impression that all fats are bad for you, though often very tasty. This week I thought I would do a quick summary of which fats are good for your cholesterol and overal health and wellbeing.…read more