In the debut episode of The House of Wellness with Chemist Warehouse on The Breeze, host Mel Homer brings you an inspiring ensemble of guests to talk about all things health and well-being.
Joining her are Olympic champion Dame Lisa Carrington alongside regular contributors Vanessa Marshall, GP Dr. John Cameron, and pharmacy expert Piyara Perera who are introduced at the beginning of the episode.
Featured Guest: Dame Lisa Carrington
On the cover of the latest issue of The House of Wellness magazine, Dame Lisa Carrington shares her experiences from winning Team of the Year at the Halberg Awards to contemplating competing in her fifth Olympics in LA 2028.
She discusses resilience, self-care, and the mindset that fuels her incredible career. Lisa’s reflections on balancing athletic life with personal dreams offer valuable lessons on the importance of passion and persistence.
She also reveals the small joys and routines that help her remain grounded, sharing the transformative power of gratitude and self-care in her daily life.
Vanessa Marshall
Vanessa Marshall offers her insights as the editor of "The House of Wellness" magazine, sharing her approach to inspiring readers by spotlighting real-life wellness stories while keeping content factual and engaging.
Highlighting International Women's Day, Vanessa emphasizes the importance of celebrating wahine and discussing topics like menopause and sexual health with honesty and humour.
Dr. John Cameron
With a knack for translating complex medical ideas into manageable concepts, Dr. John delights with insights into his lifelong passion for making health information accessible. Listen for anecdotes from his time travelling with Kiwi sports teams that you won’t hear anywhere else.
Dr. John also discusses the power of clear communication in medical settings, reminding us that empathy and simplicity often go hand-in-hand in healthcare.
Featured Supplier: Lifestream Magnesium Marine
Show producer Braydon joins Mel to discuss this week’s supplier product, Lifestream Magnesium Marine.
As someone who is up at 4am most mornings, Braydon has been looking for ways to support his lifestyle and has found it in Lifestream Magnesium Marine.
Lifestream Magnesium Marine provides an easily absorbed and concentrated dose of what they call ‘elemental magnesium’, and it supports muscle relaxation, function and recovery, good quality sleep - which is the reason Braydon was looking into in the first place - also supporting nervous system health, energy production and heart health too.
Among available forms, marine magnesium is often considered one of the most effective and it’s naturally derived from marine saltwater.
Lifestream Magnesium Marine, natural magnesium supporting stress and sleep.
Always read the label and use as directed. If symptoms persist, see your healthcare professional. Dietary supplements are not a replacement for a balanced diet. Lifestream, Auckland.
Listen to the full episode below and make sure you tune in Sunday mornings from 8am for The House Of Wellness on The Breeze.
