5 Health Trends You Need To Know Now

1. Chia Seed Pudding


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The one instance where it’s acceptable to have pudding for breakfast! Pour 1/2 cup of Chia Seeds, 1 cup of coconut or almond milk, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract in a jar or glass container and refrigerate overnight or until the seeds have gelled. Before serving, top with fresh fruit of your choice and almonds.
 
2. NZ Made health products


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Nothing beats eating, drinking and using products that are made right here in Aotearoa, especially when its natural and organic. The latest kiwi-made, all-natural product to hit our shelves is Grin Natural. The toothpaste sources ingredients from all four corners of NZ. 
 
3. Kombucha


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As word has quietly but quickly spread about the antibiotic, antiviral and anti-fungal properties of Kombucha, the Chinese drink has been flying off health food shelves despite being around for at least 100 years.
 
4. Matcha Tea


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If you haven’t heard of matcha tea, you will very soon. The powdered, Japanese tea is taking the world by storm due to its abundant stress-reducing, fat-burning, metabolism-enhancing, and immune-boosting health benefits.
 
5. Headstands


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The yoga pose otherwise known as ‘sirsasana’ is the undisputed king of all headstands. The tricky yoga pose not only makes for great photos but also increases the overall strength and vitality of the body.