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Tips for maintaining good eye health.

Your eyes play a crucial role in how you move through the world and enjoy your life, from the moment you wake up to when you go to sleep. For that reason alone, it’s important to keep your eyes healthy and your vision at its best for as long as possible.If you are suffering from the discomfort of dry eyes the last thing you want to do is introduce a preservative or phosphate that could further irritate the eye’s surface.HYLO-FORTE eye drops provide preservative-free relief from severe or per...

Do you have pain, tenderness or swelling associated with inflammation or injury?

Voltaren Emulgel is a medicated product containing a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, or NSAID, in the form of an emulsion gel. The active ingredient (diclofenac) penetrates the skin to provide relief for pain and inflammation.It works differently from heat or cooling rubs, which contain ingredients that stimulate nerves in the skin to provide a sensation of heating or cooling. Voltaren Emulgel instead allows an anti-inflammatory (diclofenac) to penetrate the skin deep down in order to reli...

Support for a Complete, Deep Sleep.

GO MAGNESIUM SLEEP is formulated to help support a deep relaxed sleep. Two forms of Magnesium have been included to help increase absorption and bioavailability. The highly absorbable Magnesium chelate plus natural marine Magnesium, both of which will help relax muscles and ease nervous tension.Tart Cherry supports those who not only have trouble getting to sleep, but also those who find it hard staying asleep. A calming formulation with the incorporation of Passionflower, Zizyphus and 5-HTP to ...

Boost Your Immune System.

GO Vir-Defence supports a healthy immune system and the body’s natural defences.Supports the immune system and the body's defencesIncludes high dose Olive leaf extractImmune supporting ingredientsIdeal support during time of illness or during the winter cold & flu seasonGO Vir-Defence is designed to support recovery from winter ills and chills, as it supports a strong immune system and the body's defences to deal with winter threats. Those who should consider taking GO Vir-Defence are thos...

How to Prepare for Winter.

Colds and flu are more common in the cooler months. But getting sick isn’t inevitable, in fact by practising good hygiene and taking steps to boost your immune system, can help you to stay well over winter.Wash Your Hands. This is the first and most important action you can take to avoid winter germs.  Wash your hands thoroughly or use hand sanitiser when you’ve touched something communal including door handles, handrails on public transport, shopping trolleys or baskets.Clean Surf...

Zinc - what does it do?

Zinc is a trace mineral, meaning that the body only needs small amounts, and yet it is necessary for almost 100 enzymes to carry out vital chemical reactions.Zinc is important for a variety of reasons. It supports the following:our immune systemour bodies to make proteins and DNA (the genetic material in all cells)wound healingour senses of taste and smellgrowth and development during pregnancy, as a baby and as a child.The amount of zinc you need each day depends on your age. Find out more...

Vitamin C has many Health Benefits

Vitamin C is an essential vitamin, meaning your body can’t produce it. Yet, it has many roles and has been linked to impressive health benefits.It’s water-soluble and found in many fruits and vegetables, including oranges, strawberries, kiwi fruit, bell peppers, broccoli, kale, and spinach.Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that can strengthen your body’s natural defences. To find out more about the benefits of Vitamin C head to our Health Advice Articles....

Cold, Flu and Sinus Relief

Only Maxigesic PE combines the power of paracetamol and ibuprofen with a nasal decongestant for triple action cold, flu and sinus relief.Developed in New Zealand, Maxigesic PE is a patented combination of paracetamol, ibuprofen and phenylephrine that provides temporary relief of cold and flu symptoms, including headache, fever, inflammation, body aches and pain, sore throat and nasal congestion (blocked or runny nose).  Find out more...

Get ready for Winter Viruses

As temperatures plummet and the days grow shorter, the winter season of cold and flu viruses is just around the corner. The good news? There are some simple preventative measures you can take to boost your immune system.Wash your handsMake a habit of washing your hands every time you come home or use the bathroom, and before and after every meal. Use warm water and soap and scrub your hands for at least 20 seconds. Try not to touch your face when you're outside.Get your annual flu vaccinationIt'...

Boost Your Immune System

Buccaline Oral Vaccine is a comprehensive cold and chill fighting vaccine consisting of the bacterial strains, namely Haemophilus influenzae, pneumococci (I, II, III), Streptococcus agalactiae and Staphylococcus aureus.This unique blend of bacterial strains provides the body with strong immunity against colds, illnesses, ailments and upper respiratory tract infections. The vaccine is effective in preventing cold complications and bacterial infections.Find out more about Buccaline...

Which Pain Reliever is Best?

The most commonly used painkillers that you can buy without a Doctor’s prescription are Paracetamol (Panadol) or Ibuprofen (Nurofen). These are used for short term treatment of back pain, period pain, cold & flu symptoms, muscular pain, and headaches.For stronger pain relief there are several options available from your pharmacy. Talk to us for advice on the most suitable medicine for your needs.Combinations of Paracetamol + Ibuprofen - When you need stronger pain relief than Paracetamol o...

Feeling Tired? It might be your iron levels.

Iron is an important dietary mineral that our body needs to work well. The body needs iron for our red blood cells to carry oxygen around our bodies and for proteins in our muscles.Iron is also needed for many other roles including our immune system.Find out more about Iron Supplements and the importance of Iron. ...

Nasal Sprays: What are they good for?

Your nose has a self-clearing system that can remove allergens, dust, pollen, and other pollutants from your nasal passage.When there is excess mucus and congestion this self-clearing system may not function at its best. Using FESS Nasal Spray daily can help restore and optimise this self-clearing system.Your nose is your first line of defence against allergens and other nasties. It’s important to look after it.Find out more about Nasal Sprays...

Give Your Immune System a Boost

When your immune system is strong, you have a better chance of fighting off colds, flus and other infections.  Your immune system defends you against disease-causing microorganisms, such as the viruses that cause colds and the flu. When your immune system is healthy, it can do a great job of defeating these viruses and keeping you well. Autumn is a great time to start strengthening your immune system in preparation for the cooler winter months. Here are our top tips to help keep ...

NSAIDs - How to choose?

Ibuprofen is the most commonly used anti-inflammatory.NSAIDs (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs) are a type of pain relief medication that are used for pain from muscle injuries, gout, arthritis,  headache, dental pain and period pain. NSAIDs are also used to reduce fever.Find out more about which NSAID is right for you....

Treating Worms in Children

Worms are a type of parasite. Also known threadworms, which are the most common type of worms in children.Threadworms won’t hurt your child, and you can treat them easily. They do spread easily between people and the best way to prevent them is through proper hand washing and hygiene.Find out more about the signs, symptoms and treatment options of worms in kids. ...

Dehydration: Be Prepared

Dehydration can happen to anyone, anywhere and anytime, with children and the elderly most at risk!  It can happen due to heavy sweating, illness, occasional hangovers from one too many, heat, exercise, travelling overseas, vomiting and diarrhoea. Learn more about the signs of dehydration....

Which Pain Reliever is Best?

The choice of pain relief medication can depend on many things, such as the type, severity and cause of your pain, other medications you may already be taking, any allergies you may have and other conditions you may have.Treatments for common pain such as headaches, sinus pain or muscle injuries usually only need to be given for a short time while the injury is healing. Paracetamol are the most commonly used pain relievers and they can be purchased from pharmacies without a prescription.Par...

Creating Healthy Habits

Habits are actions we take almost without thinking. They’re automatically programmed into a sequence of events, times of the day or situations we find ourselves in.You will have already established a number of habits, such as washing your hands after going to the bathroom, checking both ways before we cross the street, and brushing your teeth before bed.A new healthy habit may be to go to the gym, get up and walk every hour, ditch refined sugars, or choose to eat a more balanced diet.The goal ...

Relief for Red Irritated Eyes

When you work too hard or play too hard, the surface of your eyes can sometimes become red and irritated causing the blood vessels in the eyes to swell, making theeyes look red. Clear Eyes™ can provide relief for your red irritated eyes....

Has Summer got you Sneezing?

Hayfever and allergic reactions cause the body to release a compound called Histamine. These Histamines create the common hayfever symptoms of runny nose, watery eyes, itchy skin and sneezing.Levrix works to block your body’s Histamine receptors and stop allergy symptoms.The active ingredient in Levrix is called Levocetirizine. It works fast to block Histamine receptors directly at the site where they are needed, giving you targeted strong relief from allergy symptoms for 24 hours....

Don't let the bugs ruin your summer fun!

It's the holidays and we're spending more time outdoors. This means we're exposed to the more annoying and painful aspects of summer — insect bites and stings.Insect repellents can help prevent bites. When applying repellent, make sure to cover ALL areas of exposed skin, including all those hard to reach areas like the backs of legs, knees, ankles and feet.Learn more about how to prevent bites and stings....

Be Safe - Be SunSmart

New Zealand sunlight can have high levels of ultraviolet (UV) radiation.  UV radiation can cause skin and eye damage. You can protect yourself and your children by being SunSmart.Learn how to keep safe while still living life in the sun....

Stay Safe & Keep Healthy this Summer

Summertime is well and truly upon us, which means warmer weather, longer days, and more opportunities to get outside and enjoy all that nature offers. But make sure you know what to do to look after yourself and stay safe while you have fun in the sun. Here are a few tips to help you make the most of your summer while staying safe and healthy: *Be SunSmart: Keep your skin protected from the sun. Remember the golden rule - slip, slop, slap & wrap.*Don't let the bugs ruin your summer fun. Prot...

Stay Healthy These Holidays

Staying healthy over December is important and we can help you if you’re busy or stressed, or just wanting to stay well. Read on to see this month’s featured products. You can click through to our website for more helpful advice or pop in and talk to our friendly, professional team....