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On 18 June 2025, New Zealand’s MedSafe approved the sale of melatonin, an over-the-counter (OTC) sleep aid, without a prescription for adults, similar to how Australia and the USA regulate it. Currently, only limited formulations (2 mg modified-release) were available...
Let’s face it, mornings can be a bit of a scramble. Whether you’re getting yourself out the door, chasing after kids, or just trying to remember if you’ve brushed your teeth, breakfast often ends up being whatever’s quick (or skipped altogether). So, when I spotted...
You’ve had a big day. Dinner’s done, the kids are sorted, or work is finally wrapped. You flop on the couch, phone in hand, Netflix on, and tell yourself, “Just a bit of downtime.” Sound familiar? Problem is, this kind of “unwinding” might be doing the opposite. Our...
Let’s be honest, winter can be a bit of a grind. It’s darker, colder, and often wetter. Our routines shift. The doona becomes more tempting than the gym. Salads are swapped for comfort food. We tend to move less, eat more, and feel a bit sluggish. But it doesn’t have...
You might think protein deficiency only happens to people in developing countries, or maybe those super-restrictive eaters living off celery and air. And technically, you'd be right, true protein deficiency is rare in countries like New Zealand or the U.S. But here’s...
As the post-pandemic workplace continues to evolve, a significant tension has emerged between employers pushing for a full return to the office and employees advocating for flexible work arrangements. Recent studies and surveys from the UK highlight a growing...
As July rolls around, so does the annual health challenge that gets Kiwis talking: Dry July. It’s simple in theory: no alcohol for 31 days. But it’s more than just a test of willpower, it’s a chance to boost your health, take a break from the beers or vino, and raise...
Psychological safety might sound like a buzzword, but it’s one of the most important foundations for a healthy, high-performing workplace. When it’s missing, teams become cautious, creativity stalls, and people hide mistakes. When it’s present, trust thrives, people...
In today’s dynamic work environment, employee wellbeing is no longer a “nice to have” – it’s a strategic priority. But as organisations continue to invest in wellbeing programmes, leadership rightly asks: What’s the return on investment? And, crucially, how do we...
There’s a unique kind of grief that comes when your body, once strong and reliable, no longer responds the way you expect. Whether it's due to injury, illness, or a long recovery, the frustration and sadness that follow can be deeply personal and difficult to express....