Discover Lifeguard Health - Our History and Mission
Lifeguard Health Limited founded in 2014 by Dr Roderick Mulgan.
Dr Roderick Mulgan: A Comprehensive Profile
Lifeguard Health - Our History and Mission
Lifeguard Health Limited was founded in 2014 by Dr Roderick Mulgan, who is both a medical doctor and a practising lawyer.
Dr Mulgan studied medicine at Otago Medical School and later in life also earned a law degree. He continues to practice both law and medicine. In addition to founding Lifeguard Health, he is a published author.
The medical mind behind Lifeguard Health
Dr. Roderick Mulgan is the medical mind behind Lifeguard Health.
A Fellow of the Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners, Dr. Mulgan brings over 30 years of clinical experience, with a special focus on aged care, longevity, and the role of nutrition in healthy ageing. He has provided accessible healthcare as a community doctor, as well as working night shifts as an on-call doctor at Kenepuru Hospital north of Wellington.
He holds medical and legal degrees, including an MB ChB from Otago University, a Master of Public Policy, and an LLB (Hons) from Victoria University.
Dr. Mulgan has spent over a decade building one of New Zealand’s leading multi-doctor practices servicing a range of aged-care facilities, where he sees firsthand the long-term impacts of lifestyle choices on health outcomes.
This experience sparked a deep interest in the science of prevention—specifically, how everyday habits, novel foods, and targeted supplementation can support the body to suppress inflammation and potentially affect the onset of chronic disease. Dr. Mulgan emphasizes the vital role of dietary choices, regular exercise, and maintaining a healthy body weight in supporting immunity and optimising our health-span as we age.
He highlights the vital importance of what we eat, especially foods that support gut health and feed beneficial bowel bugs, which are essential for a diverse and healthy microbiome. Identifying micronutrient deficiencies is vital for long-term health, as losing healthy habits can negatively impact overall well-being.
Dr. Mulgan's writing explores these topics in depth, providing practical advice for readers on how to optimize their lifestyle and nutrition for better health.
The Internal Flame
In 2019, he published The Internal Flame, a groundbreaking book exploring silent inflammation, longevity, and the power of nutraceuticals, further establishing himself as a published author. Dr. Mulgan’s writing draws on his extensive medical and legal expertise, allowing him to provide unique insights in his books. He followed this with “Build Your Immunity For Life” a book about diet and lifestyle choices to protect against infection.
Clinically backed formulations
His research led to the development of Lifeguard Heath, with it’s first product being a formulation of five clinically selected plant extracts to support immune health and healthy ageing. This was soon followed by formulations for sleep and immunity.
Beyond Lifeguard, Dr. Mulgan remains active as a medical doctor, and a criminal barrister.
In addition to these roles, Dr. Mulgan has extensive experience providing medical services in aged-care facilities through Caliburn Medical Services, a trusted provider of mobile primary health care for elderly patients.
His unique blend of medical, legal, and policy expertise underpins his commitment to evidence-based, ethical wellness solutions for people over 40.
At Lifeguard Health, Dr. Mulgan's vision is simple: empowering people with the information they need to live longer, healthier lives—naturally.
"An insightful and practical book that everyone wanting longevity and good health for life should read."
"If you want tips on how to age better, feel healthier, live longer and then thrive - the read this book. The Internal Flam is an easy to read guide on how plants and mindful living can power your health. Certain foods and smart thinking - and living - really can help you to live better. My favourite quote from this book : "Inheritance is the hand you are dealt, behaviour is how you play it." Rachel Grunwell, wellness expert and author of Balance, columnist for Good and Indulge Magazines
‘The Internal Flame' by Dr Roderick Mulgan shines a light on new insights into silent inflammation, longevity and the science of functional food.
Contact Us
LifeGuard Health Limited is a New Zealand registered company, based in Wellington.
Lifeguard Health
16 Ocean Parade, Pukerua Bay, Wellington 5026
New Zealand
orders@lifeguard.health, or phone +64 (4) 974 9089
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If you want to know more about ageing and inflammation, and the right lifestyle choices, ask Dr Roderick.
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