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The Benefits of High-End, Practitioner-Only Supplements When choosing supplements for your health, you generally have two options: over-the-counter (OTC) or practitioner-only supplements. Explore the differences between the two choices and the benefits of practitioner-only supplements. What Are Over-The-Counter Supplements? Over-the-counter (OTC) supplements are often available for purchase without consulting a qualified practitioner such as a pharmacist, naturopath, or herbalist. High-quality OTC supplements can offer numerous health benefits. However, OTC supplements...

A Healthier You – Understanding the Importance of Holistic Wellness Holistic wellness comprises several different aspects. We explain its importance in healthcare. At Matakana Pharmacy and PracPharm, we aim to remove barriers to achieving holistic wellness for our patients and customers. We believe the best way to better health and wellbeing is by using all the ‘wellness tools’ in our toolbox to craft a lifestyle that encourages healthy living and...

Exploring Metagenics NeuroCalm Sleep Ingredients Metagenics designed NeuroCalm Sleep as one of its recommended supplements to help relieve sleeplessness and symptoms of mild anxiety. These supplements use ingredients used and studied in traditional Western and Chinese herbal medicine to help support restful sleep and relieve mild tension, anxiety, and worry.  This blog post explores Metagenics NeuroCalm Sleep ingredients and how they promote a good night's sleep. What is Metagenics NeuroCalm...

What’s the Difference Between Vitamins & Supplements? When it comes to maintaining health and wellbeing, vitamins and supplements can play a significant role. However, as an online pharmacy in NZ, we see the terms “vitamins” and “supplements” often used interchangeably, which can create confusion about their differences. While both aim to enhance our health, their origins, purposes, and benefits differ.So, what is the difference between vitamins and supplements? We answer...

Oxidative Stress Part 1: Exploring the Best Antioxidant Supplements Supercharge Your Heart Health with Antioxidant Benefits – Top 4 Supplements Revealed! Welcome to Part I of our 3-Part Oxidative Stress Series, where our boutique pharmacy experts delve into oxidative stress as a main driver for disease and inflammation. We will cover the role oxidative stress plays in a range of degenerative and inflammatory conditions and the game-changing role antioxidants play...

Navigating Natural Pain Relief: The Best Turmeric Supplements Nature’s Golden Reliever and the Top Products for Pain Management Support Embark on a journey of natural pain relief with turmeric, nature's golden healer. Known for its vibrant hue and delightful flavour, turmeric has been a cornerstone in Ayurvedic medicine for centuries. Today, it’s gaining recognition in the realm of dietary supplements, thanks to its potent active ingredient, curcumin. This polyphenol is...