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A study found campaigns strategically targeted children, busy parents and young people.
‘Life changing’: Plea for Ozempic to be funded in NZ after 30kg weight loss
The 52-year-old got hold of the weight loss drug through a US clinical trial.
For healthy ageing, light exercise or sleep beats being sedentary
Replacing the TV with light activity, or sleep for some people, can enable healthy ageing.
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These pans can release potentially harmful fumes if heated to high temperatures.
Is your diet causing too much muscle loss?
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What my daughter said to make me give up wine for good
Annabel Jones found some unforeseen benefits in her relationships after ditching alcohol.
What happens when you eat a 1960s diet for a week?
Spam, cake, roast beef and lard - that's apparently how we stayed in shape 60 years ago.
Cancer deaths are down, so why does cancer scare us so much?
Cancerphobia is as strong as ever, experts say, even as mortality falls.
The benefits of a low-sugar diet, and the foods to eat and avoid
If you're confused about which sugars are healthy, here's a guide to the sweet stuff.
How long does it really take to sober up?
Gareth Davies attempted to sober up after binge drinking with an alcohol monitor attached.
Celine Dion suffers 'upsetting' seizure in new documentary
Dion included the footage in the documentary so others could understand her struggles.
What you should – and shouldn’t – do two hours before you want to sleep
From doomscrolling to drinking an extra glass of wine, what wrecks our sleep?
How might ultra-processed foods affect our immune system?
Often a cost-effective, convenient option in a busy world, but there may be a trade-off.
Expansion plans: Where new McDonald's are rising
Three new Auckland outlets opened last year but another four are coming nationally soon.
The 10 health benefits of giving up alcohol
With Dry July coming up, here's why going dry will improve many aspects of your life.
What’s the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia?
Dementia manifests in various ways, so how do you tell different types apart?
Optimism is good for your health. But what if you're already too negative?
Whether you see the glass as half-full or half-empty affects your overall health.
How Friday-night running became more popular than going out for a drink
More people are ditching weekend pints in favour of the social run.
How probiotics can revolutionise our health
Our skin, immune system and mental health can all improve if we improve our microbiome.
Making these midlife lifestyle changes could prevent dementia
Midlife is proving a key period where intervention could prevent almost half of all cases.
'Sleeping on it' really does help - just ask the experts
We spend roughly twenty-six years of our life asleep. What is it all worth it for?
Explained: Do 'smart drugs' really boost your brain?
Humans have long been searching for a 'magic elixir' to make us smarter.
Do you have social anxiety or are you just shy?
Although they evoke similar feelings, they're distinguished for good reason.
IV drips could be the next travel amenity. Should you give it a try?
Travellers are adding a new item to their itinerary; IV drips.
How much saturated fat can you ‘get away’ with eating?
A new study suggests athletes and regular exercisers can tolerate more than we think.
Six week meditation course promises peace and focus
Gisborne health coach Becs Erickson teaches powerful meditation techniques.
Nearly half of all cancer cases are linked to obesity
Study finds excess weight could be fuelling more than 30 types of the disease.
The surprising health benefits of dirt
Digging into some dirt can unearth the secret to a strong immune system.
Revealed: The foods most recalled over safety concerns
Undeclared allergens in food were the leading cause for safety recalls last year.
Why your favourite sleep position may be shortening your life
The position you favour has the potential to trigger its own set of health issues.
‘Free-from’ foods could be doing you more harm than good
Unless you have an allergy, 'free-from' foods probably not the best option, say experts.
This 20-second mindfulness trick can instantly relieve stress
'It’s essentially a practice of being a caring friend to yourself.'