HB Today - Healthy Living 2023

Healthy Living2023

ManyhomesinNewZealandarecold,damp, andfullofcondensation.Oftentheyare mouldytoo,whichmakesforveryunhealthy homesandillnessessuchas respiratory diseasesandasthma.

Thereare manyfactorsthatcontributeto damphomesincludingcookingandshowering butdidyouknowthatdryingclothesinsidecan add 5litresofcondensationtoyourhomeeach load!

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Choose to behealthy

Healthis a state of complete physical, mentaland socialwellbeingand notmerely theabsence of disease or infirmity,”says the World Health Organisation.

Living ahealthylifeinvolvestaking responsibility for our healthand making daily choices to keepusfit- physically, mentally,spiritually and socially.For those yearningtolead ahealthier life we presentsometips and guidance on the components of ahealthy life. Eating well and taking regular exercise are two key ways to achievegoodhealthbut there are manymore aspects that comprise wellness suchassocial, intellectual, occupational and environmentalwellness.

Choosing to adopta healthier lifestyle and staying healthyhelpsprevent chronic diseases andreducesthe chance of becoming illorseriouslyinjured. There are manyfactors influencingindividual healthsuch as ourbackground, our environment,culture, education and so on. And,thereare many thingswecan do as individuals, and collectively,toimprove ouroverallhealth

Manydiseases these days arecaused by lifestyle, sometimesdubbed ‘civilisation diseases’ and includeheartdisease, highblood pressure, atherosclerosis, osteoporosis,Type 2diabetes and obesity. Tobaccosmoking, drugs and alcohol, along with toolittle exercise, are other diseases of civilisation. Otherfactors like stress, livingsituationsand home environments along with social isolation,

can all have adverseeffects

Averagelife expectancy is increasing with women living longerthanmen.Life expectancy at birthwas 83.5yearsfor females and80yearsfor males, based on death rates between 2017 and 2019.*Knowingthismakes maintaining healtheven more important

Leading ahealthy lifestyle is apersonal choice, although there isplenty of support available which ranges from colleagues, to family members, community andcorporate organisations and the government, that can providesome additionalassistance and motivation for people to make their ownhealthychoices. Makingthe choice to lead ahealthier life is noteasy andrequires motivation. Goal setting is agoodway to begin your journey. Startoff slowlywith achievable goals and gradually build up to including more healthyactivities.

With adifficulttask for example, giving up smoking, you will probably need supportfromexternal sources and friends There are plenty of resources including quit smoking coaches, medications, websites and apps. Having astrong supportnetwork with friendswho understand what you’regoing through wouldalso be of great value Don’ttry to do everythingatonce, take babystepsand soonyourconfidence will increase and alongwithityourhealthand wellbeing.

*Source: Stats NZ

Over100 years ofexceptional care

For over a century, Royston Hospital hasstood as abeaconofexcellence inthefieldof healthcareinHawke’s Bay.Asaprivatehospital,ithasbeen committed toprovidingexceptionalcare toitspatients,makingitthepreferred choiceforindividualsseekingtop-notch medicalservicesintheregion.Witha strongemphasisonpatient-centredcare anda widearrayof specialized services, RoystonHospitalhasbeenattheforefront of medicalexcellence,settingnew standardsfor healthcareinNewZealand.

WhatsetsRoystonHospitalapartisits unwaveringcommitmenttoexcellence. Oneofits corestrengthsliesinattracting exceptionalstaffandthefinestspecialists inNewZealand.Theyeachbring withthema wealthofexperience and

knowledge,ensuring thatpatients receivethebest possiblecareacrossa widerangeofprocedures.Fromjoint replacementstoendoscopy, Royston Hospitalcovers adiversespectrum of specialities,providingcomprehensive andpersonalized caretailoredtoeach patient’suniqueneeds.

AtRoystonHospital,exceptionalcare extends beyonditsownfacility. The hospitalhasfosteredvital partnerships to enhanceitsmedicalofferings.TRG Imaging,acomprehensiveradiology service,complementsthehospital’s services,providingadvanceddiagnostic capabilities.Thiscollaborationensures thatpatientsreceiveaccurateandtimely imagingservices, acrucialaspectof modernmedicalpractice.

Additionally,RoystonCentreishometo

FocusHealthPhysiotherapy, ateamof dedicatedprofessionals.Theirservices notonly catertoprivatepatientsbut alsoextendtothose underRoyston Hospital’scare,ensuringaseamless and comprehensiveapproachtorecovery and rehabilitation.

AHistoryofExcellence: ServingtheCommunity

RoystonHospital’slegacyofexceptional careisdeeplyintertwinedwithitsroots in theHawke’s Baycommunity.Oneofthe cornerstonesofRoystonHospital’ssuccess isitscommitmenttoplacingpeopleatthe centreofeverythingtheydo.Everyaspect of thehospital’soperationsrevolves aroundprovidingpersonalizedcarethat addressesthespecificrequirementsand concernsof everyone.Thisapproachnot

only ensures optimalmedical outcomes butalso fostersasupportive and empatheticenvironmentthathelpspatients feelvaluedandrespected.

RoystonHospitalunderstandsthat exceptionalcareisnot justabout tradition, butitalsorequires embracing advancementsinmedical technology andpractices.Throughoutitshistory, thehospitalhascontinuouslyinvestedin state-of-the-art equipmentand facilities toensure thatpatients benefitfromthe latestmedicalinnovations, ensuring moreprecisediagnoses andbetter treatmentoutcomes. We haverecently commissioned2newoperatingtheatres, expandedrecoveryroomanddaysurgery facilitiestofurtherenhanceour surgical capacityforelective surgeryfor the Hawke’sBaycommunity.

WelcometoAll Women;Hawke’sBay’sfirstexclusivelyfemaleObstetrics& Gynaecologyclinic.

All Womenis aPrivatePracticebasedatThreeTenClinic,310KnightStreet, Hastingsandwearedelightedtoofferourspecialistservicestowomen seekingprivatemedicalcarefortheirObstetricandGynaecologicalneeds. We invite referralsfromyourGPoryoumaycontactusdirectlyforan appointmentifpreferred.

We arecommittedtoprovidingexperiencedandprofessionalcarewhichwill bedeliveredfrom auniquelyfemaleperspectiveandtailoredspecificallyto yourindividual requirementsandlifestage.

Ourmissionistocreate acaringenvironmentwhereyoucancomfortably discussyourconcernsandhavethemaddressedin atimelymannerandin accordancewiththelatestmedical recommendations.

AswellasObstetricsandGynaecologywealsohaveDrElla Toyntonour caringfemaleGPspecialisinginwomen’shealthwhooffers acomprehensive rangeofservicesincluding routinecheck-ups,familyplanningprocedures, menopausemanagementandmore.Deirdre(Dee)Conlanisanexperienced Women’sHealthandMusculoskeletalPhysiotherapist.Deehas adepthof experienceintreatingconditionsspecifictothefemalepopulation,including pelvichealth(incontinence,prolapseandsexualdysfunction),preand postnatalcare,menopauseandperiodpain/endometriosis.

Phone:066500673

ClinicHours:Thursday9am -3pm

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DrElaineWhite MBChB,MRCOG,FRANZCOG,BSc(Hons) Gynaecologist

DrKirstenGaerty MBChB,DipObMG,FRANZCOG,DDU ObstetricianGynaecologist

DeidreConlan BSc(Hons)inPhysiotherapy Women’sHealthandMusculoskeletal Physiotherapist

DrElla Toynton MBBCh,MRNZCGP,PGCert Women’s Health,DRCPCH,BScHonsEx. PhysGP

Over100 YearsOf ExceptionalCare

At RoystonHospital,weareproud ofallourstaff forthe exceptional caretheyprovidetoourpatients. royston.co.nz

KawekaHospitaldelivers onsettingnew standardinsurgical care

KawekaHospitalisclosinginonits first year ofprovidingqualityhealthcare in Hawke’s Bay, withover2500patients nowtreatedsinceopeningin September 2022.

KawekaHospital’smanagingdirectorDr ColinHutchisonsaysthefeedbackfrom patientsandtheirfamilieshas beenhas beenvery positivewithmanyratingthe hospital,thespecialistsandtheoverall care highly.

Thenetpromoter scoreisin the 90s, whichhesaysisareflectionofthe modernfacility, thehighlyskilledlocal specialistsandthe exceptionalcareby nursesandwidersupportteam.

“Weare thrilled withthefeedbackfrom thosethathavehadspecialist treatmentas wedeliver on ourvisionof settingthenew standardinsurgicalcare.”

“Weare anewhospital,soit’s great tohear the voiceof ourpatientsand thatwehavetheabilityto adaptand makechangesthat focusonourvalueof continuousimprovement,andbetterthe experience forfuturepatientsandtheir wha¯nau.”

KawekaHospitalinCanningRoad, Hastings,worksalongsidenearly50 specialistsofferingENT(ear, noseand throat), generalsurgery, gynaecology, urologyandophthalmology.This importantworkissupportedby awider dedicatedteamoftechnicians,nurses, andwidersupport staff.

DrHutchisonsaystheproudlylocally ownedandoperated hospitalaimstoadd manythousands of surgicalprocedures ayearfromitsfour operatingtheatres, givinggreaterchoiceinprivatesurgeryas wellasbeing akeyhealthcareproviderto Te WhatuOra –HealthNewZealand.

“Wearecommittedtogetting people whoneedsurgicaltreatmentbackupon their feetandreturningto abetterquality oflifeas quicklyaspossible.”

Asthereputationcontinuestobuildin

thedelivery ofqualityofservicesand facilities,DrHutchisonsaidtheoverall campusistakingshapewithconstruction of thehospital’s stage2facilitywhichis progressingwell.

Thethree-storybuildingbrings an additional7,000m2 of clinicalspace with acritical careward,localcancer diagnosisandtreatmentservicesanda

cardiaccatheterisationlab.Thisis setto openinearly2025.

The buildingfeaturesworldleading seismicdesignandearthquakeproofing technology,afirstforbuildingsinHawke’s Bay andenablingthefacility toremain fullyoperationalfollowinga largeseismic event.

KawekaHospitalmanagingdirector ColinHutchison

KawekaHospital

Relationships matter

Thequalityofyourlifedepends,toa largeextent,onthequalityofyour socialconnections.Healthyrelationships andsocial connectionsarepartand parcelofahealthylifestyle.Connections withpeoplearealsoimportantforwhen youneedhelp,whenyouneedtotalkand needsupportorencouragement.

Peoplearesocialbeingswhosestrong relationshipswithfamily, friendsand businesshasthe potentialtoenrichour lives.Peoplein unsatisfying relationships/ abusiverelationshipsaremorelikelytobe sad, depressedandmayhaveproblems dealingwithstress.Thereforebuilding happy,stablerelationshipsand workingto minimizestresswillgenerategreater levels ofpersonalsatisfaction.Thisappliestoall aspectsof ourlives.

Effective,openandhonest communicationisanimportantingredient inhealthyrelationshipsasishonesty. But we’renotall verygoodatcommunicating -likemanythingsitneeds workingat. Thereareshort coursesininterpersonal skillsavailablelocallyandrelationship counsellingforthosewhowould liketo workonstrengtheningtheirmarriage or partnership.

It’sveryeasytobecome isolatedand lonely, especiallyifyou’re retiredor livingon yourown. Keepingactiveboth physically, mentallyandsociallyisan importantpartoflifeafterretirement. You can’t spendallyourtimegardeningand decorating!

Whynottryworkingpart-timeandre-

connectingwithfriends? Thereare plenty ofopportunitiestodovoluntaryworksuch asworkingincharityshops orforthe SPCA.There’sa comprehensive website www.volunteeringhb.org.nzwitha huge amountofvolunteerpositions available suchasvandrivers,housekeepers, acar valet and administrativesupport.

Have you everwantedtofollowa particularhobbysuchaspaintingor walking?Whynotjoinaclub?Grey Powerisoneassociation thatlooksafter olderpeople’s interests andatthesame timeprovidescompanionship.Thenthere areclubsforkeengardeners,walkers, crafts,patchworkdevotees.Infactwe’re spoiltforchoice.

The digitalrevolutionhaschanged all ourlivesforbetterandworse. Whileit

allowsustocommunicategloballyitcan also lead to greaterisolationfrompeople whomatter.Take thetimetoenjoythe outdoorlifeanddon’tlosetouchwith friendsandlovedonesnearby.

Petsarewonderfulcompanions, especiallyforpeoplelivingontheirown, andtheygiveunconditionalloveand arealwayshappytosee youwhen you get home. Pets canalsobea valuable additiontoa familyandhelpchildren learnhowtocareforanimals.

Scientificstudieshaveshownthat owning apet can reduce stress, ease feelinglonelyordepressed andfocus thoughtsonsomethingelserather than introspection.Theycanalsolowerblood pressure,contributetoimprovedmobility, boostconfidenceandpossiblyprolong life.

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Let’s getphysical

Thebenefitsofregularphysicalactivity tohealth,longevity, wellbeingand protectionfromseriousillnesshave long beenestablished.Theyeasilysurpass theeffectivenessofanydrugsorother medicaltreatment.Thechallenge for everyone,young,oldandalikeistobuild thesebenefitsintotheirdailylives.”

It’smedically proventhatpeoplewho doregularphysicalactivity have alower riskoftype 2diabetes,bowel cancer, breastcancer,earlydeath,osteoarthritis, hipfracture,falls(amongst olderadults), depressionanddementia.

A findingfrom aworldwidestudyshows thatphysicalinactivity isassociated with12.7percentofalldeathsin NewZealand.Physicalinactivityalso contributesto7.9percentofheart disease,9.8percentoftype 2diabetes,

13.1percentofbreastcancer and14.1 percentofcoloncancer.

Whybephysically active?

Regularphysicalactivity:

•improvesthefunctionofthe heart,lungs andmuscles,improvesmentalhealth andmakesit easiertodoactivitiesof daily living(eg,vacuuming, washing thecarandshopping).

•improves sleep,wellbeingandquality oflife.

•increaseslevelsofsocialinteractionif thephysicalactivityisdonewithfriends, wha¯nauor others.

Leadingahealthierlifestyleembraces notonlyeatingwellbutalsoexercising andsimplymovingmore.

Activityguidelines foradults

1.Sitless,movemore!Break up longperiodsofsitting.Office workersneedtobeawarethat theyneed time awayfromthe deskand to getmoving.Some recommendgetting upfromthe deskevery30minutes. This couldmeanwalkingtograb acoffeeorglass of wateror walkingwhiletalkingon your mobilephone. Thosewhouse computersshouldbefamiliarwith guidelinesfor healthy computer use.

2.Do atleast2½ hoursof moderateor 1¼hoursof vigorousphysical activityspread throughouttheweek.Moderate activity includes,butisnotlimited to,brisk walking,wateraerobics anddancing. Vigorous activity makes youbreathehardand fast forexamplerunning,swimming, aerobicsand swimming.

3.Forextrahealthbenefits,aim for 5hoursofmoderateor2 ½hoursofvigorousphysical activity spreadthroughoutthe week.

4.Domusclestrengthening activitiesonatleast 2days each week. Thesecouldinclude pushupsandsitups,weightlifting ordiggingthegarden.

5. Doingsome physical activityis better thandoingnone.

Sources:Ministry ofHealth,UK DepartmentofHealth.

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No amount of alcohol is good for your heart

The Heart Foundation has released anew position statement on alcohol advising that no amount of alcohol is good for your hearthealth and drinking lessisabetter option.

Thenew guidance released in lateJune supportspeople to make informed decisions abouttheir hearthealth. It highlights the risks of alcohol and givesNew Zealandersthe opportunity to evaluate theirdrinkingand take steps to drink less.

“Nomatter where you are on thescale of alcohol consumption, lessisbetter,” says Heart Foundation MedicalDirector Dr Gerry Devlin. “There arerisks for your heartassociated withdrinking alcohol and the latest evidenceshowsanincreased riskofhigh bloodpressure,amajorrisk factorfor heart disease and stroke.Alcohol also increasesthe risk of arange of heart conditions,such as atrial fibrillation and haemorrhagic stroke, andmay increasethe risk of heart failure.”

Formany years there have been commonly held beliefs that drinking alcohol in moderationoffers protectionagainst heart disease or that red wineisgoodfor the heart. We nowknowthisisnot the case. Thereisnow agreaterbody of evidencethat clearly shows anytype or amountofalcohol increases the risk of heart disease.

Dr Devlinsays alcohol affects the heart andblood vessels in multiple wayswhich includes impactingheartrate, blood pressure andfunctioning of the cellsliningthe heart andblood vessels.

“We’re sayingifyou don’tdrink alcohol–don’t start. If you do drink alcohol –it’sbetter to drink less.You can reduce yourdrinking overtime. Any stepsyou can take to reduce the amount you drinkwill benefit your heart health.”

Dr Devlinsayspeople who drinkthe mosthave the most to gain when theystart drinking less

“Forexample, if youhave elevated blood pressure, reducingalcohol consumption is likely to impact favourably on blood pressure readings. If yousuffer fromatrialfibrillation, acommon heart rhythm disorder,reducing alcohol is likely to decrease symptomatic episodes.

“Theevidenceisclear that everydrink counts. It’salsoclear that it’snever too late to make changes. Anyreduction in alcohol intakecan be beneficial.”

The benefits extend beyond the heart Diallingback the drinks can help to improve sleep quality,manage weight and may even help youtosave money at atimewhenthe costofliving is high

Talk to your doctor to find outifthe amount you are drinking is affecting your healthand well-being.

For free support,contact theAlcohol Drughelpline24/7 on 0800787 797 or visit support.alcohol.org.nz/ for alistof services availablethroughout Aotearoa New Zealand.

Key facts:

Fourout of five (79%)New Zealand adults(aged15years andover) report drinkingalcohol in the past year.Of those whodrankalcohol,one in five (19%)were drinking hazardously -that’s approximately986,500hazardous drinkers

Thereisstrong evidence that alcohol increases the riskofhigh bloodpressure. For each10g increaseofpurealcohol per day(1standard drink) theriskofhigh bloodpressure increasesby6%

Published: 27June 2023

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Financial wellbeing

Asmentionedearliera healthy lifestyleismorethaneatingwell and exercising In its widest senseitalso incorporates abroadrangeoffactorsthat influenceourwholelifestyleandwellbeing and that includes financialwellbeing.

Lifeistoughatthemoment,inflation, the knockoneffectsofCyclonesHaleand Gabrielle whichinturnhasincreasedthe costof vegetablesandgroceryprices. Foodpriceshaverisenwiththefastest annualrate in30years,andmany struggletoaffordthebasics.Interestrate risesmeanshighermortgagere-payments andeveryoneisstrugglingwithhigher livingcosts.Petrolpriceshaverecently risenagainand we’reofficiallyina “technical recession”.

There’s plentyof “belttightening” going on,thatisspendinglessandmanaging withoutthings.Thereishelpfor those whoneeditatseveralplacesinthe Baywhetherworkshops oroneonone mentoring.There isnoshameinasking forhelpeither.

Moneywellnessmeanstakingsteps to ensureyoucanmeetcurrentfinancial obligations andcontinuedoingsoin the future.Moneyworriesoftenmeanstress andimprovedfinancialliteracywillhelp improvewellbeing.However,it’snotthat easybutthereareplentyofresources availablebeitbudgetingadvice,saving, managingdebt,managingcreditor investing.

CHB BudgetServices, Ruataniwha Street, Waipukurau,068588196. CitizensAdviceBureauprovidesadvice on a wider range oftopics including financial matters.

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Financial institutions

TheBNZ offers employerswhothenoffer employeesfinancialhealthchecks.Group presentations cover budgeting, managing debt,saving,investing,Kiwisaver and homeownership.There’s also anappto seehowyouspend,comparingspending categoriesand managingcashflow.

ANZ,ASB, Westpac,Kiwibank, AMP allhavetoolstohelp. ANZhas asection onfinancialwellbeing, afreebudget toolwhichis quiteextensiveandincludes settinggoals,managingdebtand planningfor yourfuture. www.sorted.org.nzisa valuable resource witha comprehensiverangeofuseful toolsthatinclude, butarenotlimited to,budgeting,investing,goalsetting, money personalityquiz,informationabout Kiwisaver, debt,mortgageandretirement calculators.

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Healthy homes

Leading ahealthylifestyle wouldn’tbe complete without having ahealthy home environment. There aremanyfactors that contributetoahealthyhomesuchas adequate heating, ventilation, cleanliness and overall safety.Weall deserve an environmentwithout pests,contaminants, allergens andother hazardsthatcan lead to health problems. TheWorld Health Organisationrecommends that living areas shouldbeheatedto18° Cand bedrooms to 16° C.

Here are some factors to consider:

•Mould, damp anddraughts cancause serious health issues.

•Openbathroom windows to let in fresh air.Lock medicines awayand throw out

old/expired products, use afan that’s vented outside.

•Open all windowsfor at least 30 minutes aday

•Regularly clean your heat pump/AC andhave it servicedregularly

•Set your hot water heater to thecorrect temperature.

•Vent your clothes dryertooutside anddry clothes infreshair or use alaunderette. Drying dampclothes indoors canadd several litres of moisture into theair with every load. Checktosee what assistance is available fromthe Hawke’sBay Regional Council’sSustainableHomes programme and see if you qualifyfor help www.hbrc.govt.nz

•Dust andvacuum regularly

•Install smoke alarms anddon’t smoke cigarettesindoors.

•Change to CF lightbulbs(compact fluorescent).Turnoff lights when not in use.

•Grow potplantsindoors. They could improve the quality of the air and help relieve stress.

•Reduce exposure to toxic chemicals, use non-toxic cleaningproducts: vinegar andbaking soda are veryhandy things to havearound. For example,baking soda freshensair naturally and white vinegarisagreat cleaning product. There’s alsoanexcellent range of eco products available today

•Inthe kitchen work clean,don’t leave food out too long,regularly take out rubbish and fix waterleaks. This will help minimise pestsand insects

•Inthe garage lock up dangerous products: paints, thinners, weed killer etcChecktosee whencouncil is having its next hazardouswastecollectionad arrangetodispose of accordingly.

Rental properties

Thereare specific standards that apply to heating, insulation, ventilation, moisture, drainage and draught stopping. These aredocumented on theTenancy Serviceswebsite under Healthy Homes The Healthy Homes standards became lawon1 July 2019 withupdates in May and November2022.

The aim is for landlords to provide healthier,safer properties,and to reduce maintenancecosts fortheir investments. Improved rental propertieswill lead to better health outcomes fortenants.

For example,warmerand dryerhomes can reduce theincidence of asthma and cardiovascular conditions.

The conditions are extremely comprehensive. Heating in rental properties,for example, mustconsist of one or more fixed heaters,whichcan directly heat the mainliving room and meet arequired heating capacity.For full details see www.tenancy.govt.nz.

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Howtoachievea goodnight’ssleep

Howmuchsleep do weneed?It varies frompersontopersonbut it’s recommended thatadultsshouldget atleastseven hourssleep anightfor optimumhealth.

Lackofsleepcanaffectemotional andphysical health. Beingsleepycan adverselyaffectconcentrationand increasetheriskofdepression, obesity, type2 diabetes,heartdiseaseandhigh bloodpressure.

Achievinggoodsleepalsoincludes healthyeatingandexerciseandthereare several suggestionsonwhattoavoidand whatmightaidsleep.

Avoid

Limitalcohollaterintheday.Itcan interruptyournaturalsleepcycle. Don’t drink/eatcaffeine:coffee,tea, chocolateorlargeamountsofcaffeine after4pm.Decaffeinatedcoffeeisan alternative.

Sugary foodsanddrinks.

Highfat,fried,cheesyfoods and ice creamthatcanlead toindigestion.

Spicyfoods.

Acidic foods-citrusjuice,whitewineand tomatosaucecanmakeheartburnworse and disturbsleep.

Instead

Oatmeal,cottagecheese,almonds, walnuts,cherries,bananas, yoghurt. Warm milk,herbalteassuchas chamomile,peppermintandginger.

Thebedroom environment

Yourbedroomshouldbequiet and relaxingandblackoutcurtains are suggestedas adarkenvironment encouragessleep.Noisecan alsobe distractingsotheuseofearplugsmight help.Thetemperatureshouldnotbe too hot 16-19°is agood temperature. Having abedtimeritualisusefulandit’s recommendedyouaimtogotobedand get up inthemorningatroughlythesame timeeveryday.Yourritualmightinclude ahotbath,meditating or otherrelaxation exercises.Reading abookor listening to relaxingmusicis also agoodhabittoget into.

Opinionseemstobe dividedon whether it’sagoodor badideatohavea TVin thebedroom.Onthe plus sideit canhelp reducestresslevels andtheminusside it coulddisturbsleeppatterns.

Using aphonebeforebedcanimpact sleeppatterns.The brainstaysactivefor quite awhileafteruse.Put downyour phone/tabletatleastan hourbeforebed. Phonesdon’tgenerallyneedanswering immediately. An alternative is to move the phoneto adifferentroomanduseanoldfashionedalarmclock.

Bedding

Agood mattressand decentpillows, alongwithqualitybedlinencanallhelp withgettingagood night’ssleep.

Amattresscanhavea huge influence on sleepqualityand needs careful research asit’s alargeinvestment.Theinternet can helpfirmup onyouroptionsandlocal retailerswillbemorethanhappytogive youadvice.Beforepurchasingmake sure youtrythemattress outfor 15minutes.

Boost yourconfidence

Thosewholack confidence knowonly toowellthatchangingbehaviourand attitudes isn’teasy. But we allhavea righttobehappyandtoenjoy agood qualityoflife.Livingahealthylifestylecan increaseyourselfconfidencein anumber ofways.Eachsmall accomplishmentgives youa feelingofachievement whichallows youtoprogresstothenextgoal.

Low self-esteemandlackofmotivation oftengohandinhandsosmallsteps aregoodtobegin with.Hereare afew suggestions:

•Plansomepersonalactivity everyweek andpreferablyeveryday whichwillbe yourMEtime.

• Take some time for yourselfandindulge in afewluxuries-buy freshflowers,read abook,takea bath,paintyournails.

•Daretobedifferent- wear asplashof colour.

•Indulgeina newhairstyle.

•Treatyourselftoa massage,facial, skin treatment,oreyebrow treatment.

•Exerciseregularly.

•Dowhatevermakesyou feelhappy.

•Surroundyourselfwithpositivepeople and dropthosewhosapyour energy.

•Try mindfulnesscoursesor yoga.

•Challenge yourselfwith anewhobby.

•Faceyourfears andmoveoutofyour comfort zone.

•Eatwell.

•Get apropernight’ssleep.

• Thinkpositive.

•Smile.

•Bekind.

FORGET HAIRLOSS

ABOUTTHENAPIERCLINIC

TheShadowClinic Napierislocated in aprivatespacewithin theprestige KORRhairdressingcomplex. Youwillfeel very relaxed inourcompletelyprivate dedicatedSMPClinic.Locatedinthe heartofNapier’smosticonicarea, TennysonStreet with loads ofgreat cafes andparking.

PRACTITIONER–KATHY KANE

•Try writinga gratitudejournalseveral times aweek.Init writedowntwoor threethingsthatyouare gratefulfor. This couldhelpshiftyour mind-settoa positiveorientation.

•Practicedaily affirmationsand make ita habit.

Ifyoufinditdifficult to removeyourself fromfamilylifeandother pressures getin thehabitof settingboundaries,sayingno andtreating yourselfwithrespect.Looking after

TenYearsYounger,whichsheaddswas ahighlightofhercareer.“I love giving peoplemakeovers andhelpingthem feel betteraboutthemselves.Afterdiscovering SMPandtheShadowClinic inspiring and amazing transformations, Iwasinspiredto bringit tothesunnyHawke’sBay.” Kathy isproud to bringfashion,innovation and creativitytohairinherhometownof Napier.

ScalpMicroPigmentation(SMP) results leaveyouwiththe look ofmicro hairsthatmimicrealhair,creatinga natural buzzedorshavedhairstyle, perfect formodernstylishmen. SMPis anartistic wayofrecreating receded hairlines,creatingthelookofincreased densitytothinning hairandconcealing scars predominately caused by hair transplants /hairrestoration.OurSMP treatmentusesasophisticatedblend ofscienceandcreativecosmetic tattooing inthespecialistfieldof hairloss.Scalp Micropigmentation treatmentsareunique,the technique is safe,theresultsareinstantaneous,and representsexceptionalvalueformoney incomparisontoothersurgical and pharmaceuticalhairlosstreatments.

Many clientscometo us followingyears offeelingunattractive,old before their time,depressionandsuffering lowself esteem.Manyhavespentthousandson hair transplants,medication,concealers, lotions,supplementsorwigstoeitherhide theirhairlossortry andregain/regrow theirhair.After yearsofongoing costs, many remaindissatisfied and regret the results they achieved.Many menare with anunnatural appearance,scaring and ongoing maintenance foryears.

We believe our treatmentisthemost realistic,immediatetreatment forhair loss.Having ahairlinenotonly givesyou amore youthful,modernappearance it givesyou your confidenceback.No morehats, concealers, orpills, justrealistic results that youdeserve andexpect.

KathyKanehasan impressive and extensivecareerinhairdressingspanning almost threedecades. Training at the world-renownedToni &GuyAcademyin London.Including stints at bothLondon andAucklandFashion Weeksas wellas on thepopularNewZealand TVshow