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Spag bol is a fabulous mid-week meal - it’s easy-breezy to whip up, beloved by the whole family, and a tasty way to get in a whole heap of veggies! This version is also lower-carb, swapping pasta for courgette noodles which can be whipped up easily using a spiraliser or veggie peeler. Alternatively, just use normal pasta if this is you or your families preference. It also has the option of making it fully plant-based or vegan, subbing lentils for mince.

Regardless of your age, an arthritis diagnosis doesn’t necessarily mean doom and gloom. Many people can lead a full life with arthritis, often without even noticing symptoms. The key is keeping strong and active throughout your life.  Masters physiotherapist and director, Mark Quinn, discusses common questions and solutions for those coping with arthritis.

We all know how we feel after a long hard day on the job dealing with endless tasks and pending deadlines, meetings & what seems to be an ever-increasing workload. Besides the mental & emotional exhaustion from all these activities, your body can also start to show signs of stress & can start to take a toll. Senior physiotherapist, Darryl Reid, shares practical tips to destress your body.

We love easy meals! This recipe came when Feel Fresh Nutrition Community Manager and Nutritionist, Rosanne, threw some ingredients together that she had leftover in the fridge. As with many recipes, you can exchange one protein for another (e.g. chicken for seafood or fish), and one vegetable for another depending what’s in your crisper and your taste preferences. On the day she made this meal this particular combination really hit the mark!

Father’s Day is fast approaching on September 1st! Click through for some thoughtful gift ideas to show how much you appreciate your dad.

Breathwork is one of the fastest growing modalities in the Health and Wellbeing industry. Debate over “right” and “wrong” breathing is a hot topic. This may seem a bit ridiculous as breathing is a subconscious act that we have done since birth. Our Director Helen discusses how it may not be just a passing fad, and offers insights as to how breathing pattern disorders can occur and what you can do about them.

As a collective we’re experiencing unparalleled levels of fatigue, but why? Simply put, our bodies are trying to function in a world they just weren’t designed to live in. Belinda Reid from Metagenics discusses key nutrients to help support & protect your mitochondria against the brunt of daily stressors.

Introducing protein oats, or in this case ‘zoats’ thanks to the sneaky addition of veggies! What on earth are 'zoats' you ask? The name sounds pretty fancy, but it’s simply just when you add zucchini to your porridge, make it even more nutrient-dense. We promise you won't notice even it’s there!

Recently this phrase has become more and more popular with the media as it’s catchy, and let’s face it, the media love to get our attention with worrying headlines. So is it as bad as they say? We all know the negative effects of smoking and how damaging it is to your health. But is excessive sitting as bad for your health as smoking?

Most people have heard of migraine or tension headaches but the term cervicogenic headache has been less well known and commonly missed until recently. Cervicogenic simply means coming from the neck. Click through to learn more from Masters Physiotherapist, Katy Street.

Every year, the reminders come through. Emails, pop-up ads, and phone calls promoting and requesting you join the Auckland marathon, half-marathon, or a number of other race events. Running coach and physiotherapist, Paul White, discusses 4 easy ways to prepare for your race to safeguard against injury and have you fighting fit.

Grab and go snacks and meals are becoming essential as our lives get busier. When trying to juggle work, family and taking care of our health, food needs to be convenient. These egg and veggie mini muffins are perfect as a high protein grab and go breakfast, a morning/afternoon snack or as the protein portion of your lunch.

We are all exposed to toxins on a daily basis, from the foods we eat and the air we breathe, to the products we use in our home and workplace. The modern consumer marketplace features a multitude of products that are filled with toxins and chemicals. Making your home healthier and reducing toxin exposure doesn’t have to be expensive, or overwhelming.

Which nutrient helps alleviate the pain of inflammatory conditions such as arthritis, supports brain and skin health and also reduces the risk of chronic diseases including cardiovascular disease? Not sure? Here’s a hint: it’s found in seafood and is particularly abundant in fish. If you answered omega-3, you are correct!

One of the most common questions new mums have is "When can I return to exercise?" Unfortunately, there is no simple answer to this. Just like every pregnancy and birth is individual, so is the recovery time. Senior physiotherapist, Shannon, discusses the factors you should consider when returning to exercise after pregnancy.

Mother’s Day is fast approaching on May 12! Click through for some thoughtful gift ideas to treat your mum and show her how much you appreciate her.

It’s easy to be sceptical about the effectiveness of essential oils when it comes to mental or physical health issues, especially as so many companies promote them as a cure-all. There is, however, increasingly more scientific evidence to support the use of essential oils for overall health, including pain relief and reducing inflammation.

This is a great recipe for making on a Sunday as you can make enough for 3-4 lunches and store in the fridge. Keep it vegetarian, or add any protein of your choice! Keep it vegetarian, or add any protein of your choice for extra fats or flavour! Great combinations are Salmon & Avocado or Chicken & Hummus.

Masters Physio, Robyn discusses factors causing tendinopathy and how receiving the right physiotherapy treatment is essential to recovery.

This Chicken Laksa is a delicious, nutritionally balanced dinner which bursts with flavour and leaves you feeling warm and satisfied. It contains good healthy fats from the coconut cream, which helps reduce hunger after the meal as well as suitable for those who are dairy and/or gluten-free.

Paediatric Physio, Eloise addresses how to manage and treat torticollis in newborns through to young teens.

Often we crave carbs like noodles and pasta, but many of us get bloated off these foods due to the high gluten content. A substitute I love using in meals is rice noodles. You still get that comfort feeling of having "noodles" minus the potential bloating effect. This is a warming noodle dish that's full of flavour and low in cost by using in season ingredients.

Womens Health Physiotherapist, Michelle Gall discusses what actually is Stress Incontinence and what causes it. For Womens International Health Day, find out how a physiotherapist can help with bladder leakage!

his Sweet and Sour Chicken recipe is perfect for satisfying those Chinese Takeaway Dish cravings! It's higher in healthy fats, lower in sugar, and packed with more vegetables than traditional recipes, as well as being gluten-free for those who are intolerant.

Mindfulness Coach, Heyes Johnson, discusses the proven benefits of mindfulness and how it can be applied to your everyday life.

Carly from Thrive Wholesome Treats has been at it again with our Essential Oils to create yummy vegan treats! When ingested, Lavender Oil helps aid skin support, restful sleep, and your respiratory system.

Carly from Thrive Wholesome Treats has worked with our Peppermint Essential Oil to create a yummy vegan treat! Find out how essential oils in your diet can improve your wellness as well as the full recipe.

It's that time of year to spoil your loved ones. Whether they have been naughty or nice our gift guide is sure to do the trick!

Here's a really easy and tasty stir-fry that is nutritionally balanced, and helps you get your 5+ of vege a day. You can make it high or low carbohydrate based on your needs!

If your someone who craves chocolate or a sweet treat in the afternoon, this is perfect for you. No blender needed, no protein powder needed, just simple ingredients and takes just 25mins to make.