FASHION, BEAUTY & HEALTH

Seasonal style lift

Ketze-ke’s bold scarf prints, cool tones and timeless styles instantly elevate everyday autumn looks.

With muted tones setting a minimalist mood for the season, the addition of these flattering prints brings a welcome measure of attitude to wardrobes which need a lift.

Feel flirty and confident in the likes of Ketze-ke’s stunning Eye Micro top and matching Tempo pant – the perfect set for those who like to make a statement. If paired back is more your style, quietly stand outside the box with the Ferris Wheel Sweat and matching pant, a relaxed leisure combo offering an effortlessly chic look.

But whatever the mood, this mix and match collection is sure to have you jumping for joy!

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Last month, Eastlife sneaked a look at LEO + BE’s upcoming autumn range. We promised more so, this month, here’s a look at what the collection offers when temperatures drop and a little more cover is called for.

Mood-boosting blues and playful prints, with a hint of retro, are sure to be a hit and, whether hitting the town or hanging out at the sports field, this collection covers all bases.

Providing just the right amount of warmth – and fun – for cooler autumn days, this ‘fresh as a daisy’ range is all too easy to like!

We are dedicated to your personal well-being through dental health

Make the right choice about your dental care

• Teeth whitening • All ceramic tooth filling materials using

CerecAC omnicam, 3D technology • Permanent tooth replacements with dental implants • For gum health and maintenance call our hygienists Shelley Chadwick or

Fernanda Flores • All aspects of general dentistry Evening appointments available

Contact us now on 09 530 8461 or info@whitforddental.co.nz Whitford Village, Whitford

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BEAUTIFUL NZ-MADE GIFTS, HOME FRAGRANCING, NZ-BEAUTY PRODUCTS, ECO-FRIENDLY CHOICES

We are stockists of Ashley & Co, Anoint, Goodgirlxo, Greytown Honey, Jo Luping, Raw Nature

114 Main Highway, Ellerslie Phone 0275 555 790 You will find us inside the Loobie and Friends store

BREATHING – more to it than you think!

KRISTINE JENSEN, Eyes of Howick owner-optometrist, talks about enhanced breathing for physical and mental wellbeing.

In recent years we have started to hear more and more about the benefits of breathing. What? I hear you say! I know, we all know how to breathe, right?

Whether practising meditation, yogic breathing or simply adopting deep nasal breathing or taking deep belly breaths; the evidence is clear – adopting a daily habit of taking quality breath will improve both physical and mental wellbeing.

Whether to help you drift off to sleep, increase energy or clarity of mind or to assist in stressful moments, breath training can be conducted virtually anywhere – sitting, lying or standing. You may choose to do this in bed at night, while waiting at the traffic lights or even at your desk.

Virtually everyone will benefit; young, old, those suffering from stress or anxiety and even patients with medical conditions such as hypertension and glaucoma.

BENEFITS OF MEDITATION OR BREATH TRAINING

• Managing stress and anxiety

by way of turning on the parasympathetic nervous system, decreasing action of the sympathetic nervous system and reducing the release of cortisol, a stress hormone which is released by our adrenal glands. • Improves brain health and provides neuroprotection by way of increasing blood flow to the brain and synthesis of both grey and white matter.

• Improves circulation and cardiovascular health.

Increases blood oxygenation and blood flow and decreases

blood pressure by way of increasing nitric oxide (our natural vasodilator).

• Decreases intraocular

pressure – beneficial in glaucoma patients.

HOW DO I GET STARTED?

Try a few techniques to discover what feels right for you. Some breathing techniques: • Box breathing. Breathing in for a count of 4, hold for 4, breathing out for a count of 4 and hold for 4.

• Diaphragmatic breathing

or belly breaths. Lying on your back, place one hand on your belly with the other on your upper chest. Breathe in through your nose for a count of 4 lifting your ‘belly’ hand as your abdomen fills with air. Now breathe out through pursed lips for a count of 4 lowering your belly hand; all the while the hand on your chest should not move. • Yogic breathing. While sitting in a crossed legs position, slowly breathe through the nose to fill your lower abdomen, followed by the diaphragm and lastly the upper chest – then release the breath slowly in reverse order.

These are but a few breathing techniques. There are some great resources available to help you find a technique which suits you:

https://www.healthline.com/ health/breathing-exercise

https://www.banyanbotanicals. com/info/ayurvedic-living/livingayurveda/yoga/full-yogic-breath/

https://www.meditation.org.nz/ meditation

Pop in and see our friendly team for quality eye care and advice or check out our wide range of the latest fashion glasses.

THOSE DREADED WORDS –you have cancer!

CLIVE PLUCKNETT, Naturopath, Doctorate in Natural Medicine, Bachelor Holistic Health Science, AdvDip: Naturopathy, Nutrition, Western Herbal Medicine, PG Dip: Cancer Nutrition Medicine, Mental Health Nutrition, Anti- Ageing Medicine, Science, MBA(Dist), BA.

A lot of people arrive in our clinic, stunned at having heard the words, ‘you have cancer’. It hits them like a baseball bat. As the reality of the words sink in, they have so many questions: “Why me?” “How can it be?”, “I have a husband/wife and children who depend on me”…….

After we complete our testing, our unspoken question is: “How did your body manage to hold out for so long before succumbing?”

If you canvas medical studies, you will come up with a list of the things which are associated with, and which some authorities say may cause cancer; things such as inflammation, oxidative stress, heavy metals, acidity, low oxygen, toxicity, and many more.

Do you not think that it might be useful to test for these things?

Chemotherapy/radiation/surgery focus on the end result, not the cause. If your roof leaks and the carpet rots are you going to focus on continually replacing the carpet or fixing the roof? Both are important.

Why does cancer so often come back? Well, maybe because we are not dealing with its original cause. You do not have to choose between chemotherapy/radiation/surgery/ immunotherapy or a natural approach. Both can work together well. It is a matter of listening to everyone, including your own ‘little voice’ and then deciding what will work best for you.

DID YOU KNOW:

• Natural therapies can address the root causes of cancer. • Natural therapies can enhance chemotherapy and radiation, while protecting healthy cells. • Many people beat cancer using only natural therapies. • The top-rated cancer clinics in the world are using nutrition therapy, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, ozone therapy, pulsed electromagnetic therapy, low level laser therapy, Rife therapy, enzyme therapy, IV therapy and so much more, with and without chemo/radiation/surgery/ immunotherapy. • At bewell, we have studied with leading international cancer clinics and can provide many of the above therapies and protocols.

Visit our website for more information.

BeWell Clinic – Unleash Your Wellness Potential

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• Anti-Ageing • Cancer Nutrition • Cardiovascular Disease • Chronic Fatigue • Dementia • Diabetes • Fat Loss • Gut Health • Mental Health • Stroke

Clive Plucknett Naturopath 730 Whitford Road, Whitford Village Ph 09 530 8143 | 021 490 801 bewellltdnz@gmail.com

www.bewell.net.nz

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SUNSENSITIVE SKIN PROTECTION NATIO 11 ‘MINIS’ – SO HAND(Y)!

Time to give a big ‘hand’ to Natio for its new release, trial size range of 11 Natio skin care products. With summer chores taking their toll on hands, this range is perfect for the handbag, summer holiday travel, post gardening or in the office drawer. Today we focus on the two hand products – Orange & Lavender Hand Sanitiser (50ml RRP $8.99). Clean your hands anywhere, anytime with this sanitising gel formulated with more than 70% alcohol to kill 99.9% of germs. Then turn to the Spa Heavenly Hand Cream (50ml RRP $8.99), enriched with hydrating coconut water and rich, revitalising plant extracts. This divine, nourishing cream will steep your hands in soothing bliss Available from Farmers stores and participating pharmacies.

Summer often sees family life moving outdoors but for many the joy is tempered by fears of a negative reaction to the sun. To help those with sensitive skin enjoy time in the sun, check out NIVEA Sun Sensitive Protect SPF50, designed for those with sensitive or delicate skin including children. This light, non-greasy sunscreen is formulated to offer reliable UVA/ UVB protection being enriched with aloe vera and chamomile to protect and soothe skin from sun-induced irritations such as discomfort, redness and itching. It also contains Vitamin E to protect and repair during and after sun exposure, keeping skin hydrated so it’s less vulnerable to skin damage. Four-hour water resistant Nivea Sun Sensitive Protect SPF50 is available in a 100ml (RRP $12.99) and 200ml bottle (RRP $19.99).

ENHANCING HAIR AND SCALP HEALTH

Summer can be tough on hair! With heat and humidity, the scalp can become itchy and dry causing ongoing irritation. Left untreated, this can lead to hair conditions such dandruff. The good news is that most conditions can be treated. From regular cleansing to routine massaging, along with recommended products, hair and scalp health can be enhanced. In particular, the Dermal Therapy range includes Scalp Relief Serum(RRP $21.99) plus Scalp Relief Shampoo and Conditioner (RRP $21.99) formulated to be gentle and to relieve itchiness and dryness. What’s more, they can safely be used after colour and keratin treatments. For best results, use products in conjunction with each other. Available from Life and Unichem Pharmacies, Chemist Warehouse and more.

THANKS FOR THE LIFT!

Inspired by popular lash lift services, sought-after falsie brand, Ardell has released its Lift Effect collection to enhance natural lashes with perfectly pre-curled styles offering realistic results. – and no harsh chemicals either. These elevating lashes provide instant length and a touch of volume to make eyes look bigger and brighter. With six styles in the collection, Lift Effect ranges from very light to light volume in both short and medium lengths. Available at Farmers, Unichem, Life and select independent pharmacies.

PUTTING A PERMANENT SMILE ON PEOPLE’S FACES

For someone who fainted at the sight of blood as a dental assistant at 16 years old, Ugie has come a long way. Her reputation as one of the top clinical dental technicians in Auckland and other parts of New Zealand precedes her. It was her love of aesthetics that led Ugie Moodley to put a permanent smile on people’s faces.

You know you are in great hands as you hear Ms Moodley talk passionately about state-of-the-art technology she uses to create a smile from prostheses the size of a little finger to that replacing all the teeth.

“It is a blessing to be privy to all the new technology as it updates. Each course attended allows us to actually work with new materials and techniques, which makes being a clinical dental technician at this time very exciting and rewarding” she says, keeping herself updated by regularly attending workshops and courses.

Most partial dentures have anchors called clasps which are used to retain the denture in your mouth. These can sometimes show and ruin a beautiful smile.

“Now we are equipped with technology to resolve this. There are so many combinations that are now available that is hardly ever the same for each patient.

If light metal frameworks have to be used you can be rest assured that they are nickel and beryllium free” she says.

With more than 20 years of creating dentures it is no wonder Ugie has clients locally and around the world that sing her praises.

Niche Denture Centre has its own onsite laboratory which means you don’t have to wait a week sometimes more for a repair or a reline. These can be taken care of onsite, helping you back into your smile almost immediately.

Niche Denture Centre is situated conveniently on ground level with ample parking right outside the building and easy to access even for clients on wheelchairs.

Ugie Moodley Clinical Dental Technician PG Dip Clin. Tech. (Otago); B Tech Dent Tech (SA)

TESTIMONIALS

CORNEL BRITZ SAYS “For years I suffered with bad decaying teeth, covering my mouth with my hand when talking or smiling. I gradually became withdrawn and self conscious. Since Ugie from Niche Dentures has fitted me with a beautiful set of dentures I cannot stop smiling and now have the confidence to step out into the world with a confident smile. Thank you Ugie for your specialised and friendly treatment. You changed my life!!” PAMELA HARRISON SAYS “I am very happy with the service I received. I got exactly what I needed with great respect and friendliness. The best dental practice yet.” Pro Tips If the corners of your mouth are red and irritated, you At Niche Denture Centre the may have a condition called hot cure process is used to Angular Cheilitis. This can ensure 100% guaranteed be treated with a topical quality dentures. antifungal ointment but if the condition reappears it may be caused by the reduced vertical dimension of your dentures. Your dentures need to be checked on a regular basis, once or twice every 2 years. It Many options available for individual treatment. is like WOF for your car only your dentures become a part of you and have to function Partial far greater feats than your Dentures car.

Niche Denture Centre offers:

✔ All types of dentures including implant dentures ✔ Repairs while you wait ✔ Relines within 24 hours ✔ 100% guarantee on all new work done