Have you ever felt that your body is out of rhythm like something isn’t quite right? When your hormones are out of balance, you may experience a range of symptoms, including exhaustion, weight gain for no apparent cause, irritation, and even more severe health issues. While there’s no magic wand to fix hormonal imbalances overnight, there has […]

Essential oils, the primary actants on bodily effect in aromatherapy, have been at the centre of controversial discussions before, given their lack of regulation and conflicting information. However, its history dates back thousands of years, and has been used by some of the most ancient civilisations. Today, while studies about its health claims are still […]

For many, coffee is a make-or-break aspect in vitalising themselves to effectively function throughout the day. Changing characterisations of caffeine over the course of the recent decade, however, have broadened perceptions of coffee no longer as just a brew that harnesses day-to-day focus, but moreso as a widely accessible (and accepted) psychoactive stimulant – and […]

Competitive runners continue to seek innovative training methods in the quest for optimal athletic performance. The study titled “Effect of post-exercise sauna bathing on the endurance performance of competitive male runners” provides compelling insights into how infrared (IR) saunas can enhance endurance and recovery in a runner’s regimen. Sun Stream Infrared Saunas NZ stands at the forefront […]

Infrared (IR) saunas are a great tool for relaxation and cleansing. However, there are more physiological benefits of infrared sauna that make this application a major thing in today’s modern world. A sauna treatment for digestive health has the potential of being achieved due to its ability to reduce stress through heat, improve circulation, and […]

Self-care looks different for every A-list celebrity. For some, it’s a simple face mask every night or an incognito shopping spree. For others like Jennifer Aniston from the iconic TV series Friends, it’s a little more unique. From her hair care routine to her fitness regime, Aniston is very open on the ways she makes herself feel healthy […]

Stuck in a work-from-home rut?  Long office hours leaving you with backaches and neck pain? Many New Zealanders are grappling with the physical toll and mental fatigue of sedentary lifestyles which is harmful to the body and mind. But what if there was a way to offset these challenges and boost your well-being all from […]

Infrared sauna therapy has quickly grown popular for its variety of health benefits. Jennifer Davis-Flynn, a seasoned writer and editor located in Boulder, CO, went on a 30-day infrared sauna adventure and shared significant insights regarding this wellness practice. Jennifer, who has previously worked for prestigious journals such as Women’s Adventure, Clean Eating, Vegetarian Times, Live Naturally, […]

While the variation in mood that comes along with the seasons has been acknowledged for a long time, it was only in 1984 when Norman E. Rosenthal and his contemporaries at the National Institute for Mental Health officially named the condition Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Since then, it has received more serious attention from the medical community, […]

Infrared (IR) saunas have been gaining popularity among athletes and wellness experts due to their benefits-to-risk ratio. Key health benefits of an IR sauna include muscle recovery, improved detoxification, and better heart health. However, how do the advantages of infrared sauna usage fare when it comes to pain relief? In this article, we’ll talk about […]