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Jennifer Bowden: Is clean eating as "clean" as its fans believe? I'm with Nigella on this.

Sources of protein are not created equal in terms of how they’re absorbed in the body.

The science behind the night-time worry cycle.

Moe mai ki roto i tō moenga roa, Dr Mosley.

LSD and MDMA in two trials aimed at relieving cancer diagnosis distress.

Dr. Michael Mosley explains how to encourage a diverse range of the right gut microbes.

Menstrual fluid may be useful in diagnosing everything from inflammation to endometriosis.

New research done in NZ shows in utero stress may prime mental health issues.

On the eve of Men's Health Week, a stroke survivor speaks out.

Diabetes doesn’t discriminate.

Russell Brown continues his story on being diagnosed ADHD as an adult.

Women need to rethink their attitudes to ageing and shift the dial from looks to health.

Diet is a dirty word for NZ health writer who wants women to radically rethink weight loss

The case for and against chicken soup and lemon & honey drinks to soothe a cold.

Being social and close to the people around you helps to keep you alive.

The pros and cons of swapping standard rolled oats for quick-cook varieties.

Non-imbibers may be missing out on more than a hot cuppa.

High calcium intake may not protect bones from fractures.

Simple tweaks to medications can make major differences, especially as we age.

IBD is escalating and NZ has one of the world's highest rates.

Routinely doing things that involve moving your eyes is associated with better memory.

Why would a meal of cauliflower and chickpeas cause gas and diarrhoea?

Nuts are tasty and beneficial – why don’t we eat more of them?

David Seymour’s comment deserves consideration, but misses the point.

Middle age hits earlier than you think (especially in China).

Book extract: The toxic side of workaholism - it's not just about you.

Why our always-on culture is bad for business, health and families.

Often the butt of jokes, restless legs syndrome can have devastating effects.

The wellness industry is worth about US$1.5 trillion a year globally.

Happiness-averse folks are more depressed, anxious, and less optimistic.

Maternal suicide rates are shockingly high, showing systemic failures to support new mums.

Study finds time-restricted eating may double heart disease death risk.

Calcium supplements may have no benefits unless you have a diagnosed deficiency.

Here’s how to outsmart supersized portions and not waste food.

Hugs are more powerful than we think.

The Period Place wants equitable access to disposable and reusable products.

Inform your opinion: Why NZers need to know about dengue fever in the Pacific.

Rest is essential, but many of us remain in a constant state of ‘fight, flight or freeze’.

We need to stop ignoring the signs that we're pushing ourselves too hard.

Smoothies are touted as healthy, but can have as many calories as a cheeseburger.

The truth about oysters, and other foods, that might hold the key to better sex.

Evidence of a causal link between coffee and cancer is still percolating.

Does the variety of kiwifruit you’re eating matter?

Researchers tested bacteria on dishwashing sponges and brushes - with surprising results.

Not everyone is convinced Covid-19 will "settle down".