When ice is nice

For someone hailing from sunny LA who doesn’t even like the cold, opening up a Therapy centre that focuses on that very principle may seem ironic. Meet pioneering jet-setting mum Jill Somerville, the woman behind Cryo Health Solutions in Takapuna. Immigrating here five years ago with her Kiwi husband, seeking a better life for her two children, Jill embarked on an exciting new chapter of her health-wellness career. In 2019, Cryo Health was officially born.

Jill boasts a Masters Degree in Physical therapy and has been riding the health-wellness trail for many years now, initially focusing on helping others during rehabilitation, as well as post injury and stress. Endowed with a natural thirst for healing, she then dived further into the world of health-wellness, soon becoming fascinated with ‘biohacking’. Jill describes this as “the body finding its natural endorphins and biochemicals – using its natural environment to kick-start the body”. The result? “It’s like cleaning a slate at a cellular level, so the body – mentally, physically and emotionally – all functions more effectively. Think of it as a quick treatment for busy lives.”

Modern cryo therapy dates back to the 1970s, when the non-invasive, hyper-cooling process was first used by Japanese rheumatologist Dr Toshima Yamaguchi, who noted its effectiveness in decreasing inflammation. Today, Jill brings it to your doorstep.

Jill’s Zen-like studio, tucked away from the main hustle and bustle of Barrys Point Rd, has a marvellous New York loft feel with exposed beams, concrete floors and lush, soft furnishings. You’ll instantly feel at home with Jill’s warm inviting smile and a steaming cup of herbal tea or bone broth to sip while she fills out the paperwork before getting down to cryo business. If you’re scared or claustrophobic, fear not, Jill will stay with you right throughout your treatments.

Cryo refers to cold, but no cold water is included

Jill in the treatment, a ‘dry’ process using liquid nitrogen. Jill likes to describe it as a “modern-day ice bath on steroids”. What happens? You de-robe down to your smalls, don a lovely gown, gloves, socks and Ugg boots and stand in a capsule that wouldn’t look out of place in the latest sci-fi movie. The temperature within drops to -130 to -140 degrees Celsius for a maximum of 3 minutes. As a result, the body goes into fight-or-flight mode and blood and oxygen flushes its way through to the main organs. The result? Benefits galore, from mental clarity to improved circulation, better sleep, lower anxiety, less pain, improved mood and more

Mother’s Day Special Promotion

When you don’t know how to thank the most important lady in your life, treat her to one of the ‘Coolest’ and unique gifts going this Mother’s Day, with a whole body cryotherapy session followed by an Infrared Sauna to completely feel relaxed and rejuvenated.

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Try Jill’s favourite combo – Fire & Ice – cryo plus sauna for a full hydrating workout. Or how about a ‘Cryofacial’ to help turn back the clock? And look out for specifically tailored vitamin infusions coming to Cryo Health Solutions very soon. Ready to take the plunge? Call Jill today –you too could soon be walking on air.

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A MOTHER’S MANTRA

Nancy Nasef says she never tells her mother Asma Shousha that she has been the biggest influence in her life, but she owes much to Asma’s never give-up philosophy.

The duo, who run Devonport 7 Day Pharmacy, say on the rare times they get out of the store together, they like to head to the park with Nancy’s son Zane, aged nine.

Nancy credits her Turkish-Egyptian mother’s determination for establishing the family mantra she aspires to uphold.

“She never gives up. When she first came here chasing the New Zealand dream she needed to overcome many hurdles in order to become established, including taking an English proficiency test which she had to take several times to pass. She never gave up and passed... eventually!”

The family moved to New Zealand from Dubai in 1999 and Asma bought the business in 2009. While she is supposed to be semi-retired, she is often at the side of Nancy who took it over in 2018.

After work on Mother’s Day, they hope to get out for dinner somewhere locally.

Running a pharmacy often involves helping people popping in seeking last-minute gifts. A recommended easy option is a choice of readymade selections.

“We have pamper packages that include a variety of items from the shop.”

These include organic soaps, scented candles, massage oils and New Zealand-made items. With gifts on special and a giveaway offer, there are plenty of temptations in store.

For something from another local business Nancy says: “Definitely a massage. My mum has earned it!”

The pharmacists are also keen to encourage other community members, particularly mothers and daughters to consider registering with them for a Pink Ribbon fundraising breakfast they are hosting at their favourite cafe, Lily, on 25 March.

For Asma, a breast cancer survivor, the cause is personal. One of six children, three of her sisters also had the disease.

She hopes the local community will join them in gathering together and getting behind a good cause.

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