Dr Richard Babor says bariatric surgery is not a solution to the obesity epidemic.

Lee Suckling discusses the tipping point in which too much exercise impacts libido.

A 41-year-old mum was determined to change her life for good. Here's how she did it.

The famous "before and after" weight loss pics are about to vanish from TV and mags.

Health warnings were issued at dozens of beaches around the city yesterday.

COMMENT: I'm learning gentle art of listening - or I would if I could ever stop talking.

Lawmakers say kids would stop eating them if they were less squishy and colourful.

Research: You could 'live the rest of your life' on potatoes 'and remain pretty healthy'.

Experts reveal the pros and cons of the drug turning 20, Viagra.

It's not the carbs or the sugar content...

Depriving yourself of joy is never going to lead to your best physical and mental health.

Just the same as smoking tobacco or breathing in traffic fumes.

Scientists have produced a human egg they say could help fertility treatments.

"It was a great day at the park, it was all the more shocking when police approached us."

You don't have to be a sexpot to have great sex, writes Deborah Hill Cone.

COMMENT: The indoor environment can have a huge impact on our productivity.

Because apparently that's a thing people want...

Scientist's experiment will have you grabbing for the hand towels from now on.

COMMENT: Cancer survivor Jake Bailey reflects on his remission date's second anniversary.

New report on "unfortunate experiment" includes women with microinvasive cancer.

Tricks of the trade to lose a couple of kilos in a week, in a safe and sustainable way.

Operators caught breaking law by letting underage and fair-skinned clients use facilities.

From combating insomnia to preventing wrinkles, the surprising, proven benefits.

COMMENT: People with depression use language differently – here's how to spot it.

The Salvation Army has launched an appeal for sanitary products.

Low carb, Paleo and fasting all have their benefits, but which is most effective?

Kiwi scientists have found meditation does not make people more compassionate.

Is this why Donald Trump eats so much McDonalds?

Human trials begin on a vaccine that eliminates tumours with little to no side effects.

Major review of coffee studies reveals whether or not it's really good for us.