Good Health Choices takes the guess work out of leading a healthy lifestyle. With nutrition advice, meal planners and pull out shopping lists, Good Health Choices is an essential tool for anyone wanting to lead a healthier, happier life.
One of the many benefits, I think, of getting older is the ability to discover a way of living that works best for you. It’s only through life experience that we can come to recognise what truly makes us feel good and what doesn’t, what contributes to our overall happiness and what diminishes us. This month, I loved reading about the wisdom that Angela Bloomfield has gained over the years, particularly in the time since she left Shorty and forged a new path on her own. She has developed good techniques for dealing with anxiety, places feeling healthy and strong above being thin, and most importantly prioritises joy as part of her overall recipe for wellbeing. So what does it take to make you shine? One way we can figure…
BUSTING THE MYTHS I wanted to write in to say thank you for your recent feature on diet myths. I’m always interested to read the latest thinking, especially in an age where there is so much conflicting health information. It’s also often hard to work out what sources of info are credible, so it’s great to have Good Health Choices on hand to help us cut through the fads! I’ve been enjoying my subscription, and plan on buying one for my daughter too. – Lois SUMMER WELLNESS I spent the summer break at a beach house with my family, friends, and a well-read copy of the latest Good Health Choices! I’m really liking how there is a focus now on mental and emotional wellness, as well as the physical side…
THE PERFECT APPETISER Relaxing reading while the whanau prepare tuatua fritters for Boxing Day lunch. #goodhealthnz #beachchristmas #nzsummer TIME TO UNWIND... Perfect timing for my January subscription to @goodhealthnz to arrive. No better way to unwind after travelling all day. #goodhealthnz #summernz #reading BE IN TO WIN! ‘Gram our February issue, tag us on Instagram @goodhealthnz, and be in to win a copy of Summer Fit All Year Round, by Sally Fitzgibbons.…
Introvert or extrovert? Don’t jump to conclusions; it’s a lot more complicated than being ‘shy’ or ‘loud’. If you’re outgoing, talkative and think giving a presentation is a piece of cake, you might assume you’re an extrovert. But that’s not always so. You might still thrive on quality ‘me time’ – an introvert characteristic – whereas extroverts rarely will. A better guide is the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, which lists 16 personality types. Each of us has a unique set of four equally valuable characteristics. It’s useful to know which set of four correspond to you because if, say, you’re in a career rut, a personality test will help you identify your strengths and reveal the best work environment for you. Those who are ENTJ – Extroverted (E), Intuitive (N), Thinking…
GENE GENIE Research shows around 47 per cent of Kiwis will experience a mental health issue during our lifetimes and some people find medication either doesn’t work or causes extreme side effects. Now scientists hope DNA testing can help identify more suitable and effective treatments by uncovering how an individual metabolises certain medications. The researchers are encouraging those who are struggling with their mental health to consult a GP or pharmacist about whether a DNA test could help them. Healthy vegan? Veganism is on the rise and eating a plant-based diet certainly sounds like it would be good for our health. And in theory it is, but researchers have found many vegans base their diet more on refined grains like bread, rice, and pasta and eat less salads, fruit, vegetables,…
It’s good news that we’re not smoking as much as we used to, but the bad news is too many of us are still puffing away. When it comes to quitting techniques though, it’s not one size fits all. Here are three of the best apps for you to try – and they’re free! » QuitNow! This app boasts two million quitters to date, thanks in part to its unique chat function. » KWIT Gamification aims to make quitting fun. It’s used as a tool to help people stick to their decision, stop smoking, and change the habit. » Smoke Revoke If the cold turkey approach doesn’t work for you, give this one a try. Using the power of weaning, this app is designed to help you give up gradually.…
