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Tasman Health & Herbs headed up by Alana Wilson is situated in the beautiful Tasman area. How long has Tasman Health & Herbs been in business? Since October 2014, and we’ve been part of the Community Health Stores group since its inception in April 2016. What is the best thing about being part of the...

The latest news from Community Health Stores Community Health Stores are thrilled to be backing the 2019 Brave Thinkers Programme. As part of New Zealand Business Week we mentor eight students to help them become Brave Business leaders. The students start with a commercial idea, form a virtual company, and make decisions about marketing, personnel...

Nicole Freebairn, CHS Qualified Nutritionist, shares this delicious warming soup recipe you can make at home. Serves 2 INGREDIENTS 2-3 cloves of garlic Thumb of ginger Juice of 1/2 lime, other half to serve 1 tbsp sesame oil 4 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari) 300g chicken thighs, skinless and boneless 2 cup chicken stock 1/2...

Bone broths are an ancient tradition that have come back into style due to being a natural, simple recipe that helps alleviate a range of ailments. So, what’s the best way to introduce a broth into your diet? Bone broths are made from slow simmering animal bones (like chicken, beef or fish) and the tissue...

Ben Warren shares what took him from golfer to leading nutritional expert, and how holistic health is a philosophy to live by. North Londoner Ben Warren's knack for sport was evident from a young age. First, it was football, and then it was a talent for golf. He progressed in the latter and was awarded...

Living in such a time of distraction, noise, and rush, we’re frequently juggling so many balls. Often one of the first balls to be dropped is our personal well-being.When we neglect to consciously tend to our own well-being and forget to take time to feel grounded, contented, and taken care of, we’re open to overwhelm,...

Essential oils have gained popularity over the past few years, with many people finding benefits to their emotional wellbeing. Autumn is the perfect time to prepare for the cooler months ahead, so we talk with Bronwyn Lowe, medical herbalist and CHS store owner, about essential oils and how they can help with healthy living. In...

While hemp seed oil is a relatively new product on the health and wellbeing scene, it’s rapidly gaining a reputation for those looking for a balanced and well body. This green oil’s rise in popularity is due to its unique and far-reaching properties, which support and maintain health and wellbeing, while also helping to assist...

Kelli has been a personal trainer for three years. She finds herself most passionate about her job when working with women, especially mums who can find themselves neglecting their own needs and prioritising their family ahead of their own wellness. “I best relate to other mums for obvious reasons - I am one! My thrill...