How To Support Someone With Cancer
Learning that a loved one has cancer can be upsetting, sad, and even devastating. It’s natural to question what you can do to help. Remember that there are no rules…
How To Support Someone With Cancer
Supporting a Loved One Through Depression
Helping someone who is depressed can be difficult. If someone close to you is depressed, you may feel helpless and unsure of what to do. Learn how to provide support…
Stress and Self Care
Stress is how we react to change. It is our body’s way of responding to any demand. It can be caused by our thoughts, emotions, or environment. The way we…
Sleep For The Elderly
The elderly needs just about the same amount of sleep as adults. The duration of sleep should be 7 to 8 hours a night. It is vital for the elderly…
Does Alcohol Cause Cancer?
Alcohol is a known carcinogen. It means that alcohol causes cancer. Drinking alcohol has been shown to raise women’s risk of malignancies of the female breast, liver, mouth, throat (pharynx…
Are Sleeping Apps helpful?
More than 35% of Kiwis report not being able to sleep long enough or well enough, and with most Kiwis owning at least one smartphone, mobile apps are the most…
Gut Health and Weight Loss
When it comes to weight loss, there are a lot of diets and quick fixes that claim to offer the easy solution. However, the truth is that sustainable weight loss…
How Light Affects Sleep
The most critical environmental component influencing sleep is light. While most individuals intuitively understand that sleeping in the dark is easier, the relationship between light and sleep is far more…
Easy way to lower your risk of cancer
Cancer is a type of disease where some of the body cells grow uncontrollably and spread to other parts of the body. According to the World Health Organization, it is…