Exercising in middle age can offset the harms of being obese, a major study suggests.

The so-called 'baby whisperer' industry is back in the spotlight, with calls for the practice to be regulated.

NZ's self-harm statistics for transgender youth are also alarmingly high.

Late-night eating is a habit we have the power to change.

More than 35 per cent of advanced blood cancer patients showed no sign of the disease.

Meet Margaret Almond, a Tauranga centenarian who's decided it's time to get fit.

From Oprah to Mark Zuckerberg, here's the simple routine they employ for success.

Researchers believe by adhering to a certain diet over a few months, you can "reboot" your body.

"Mothers tend to put the needs of their children first, so they might not be exercising or taking care of themselves".

You know that thing you are wresting with, that just sort of won't happen no matter how hard you try? Finding a new partner. Landing

A small study of 16 people with severe anorexia has found that implanting stimulation electrodes into the brains of patients could ease their anxiety and help them gain weight.

A study undertaken at Kings College in London found that anxiety could be transmitted from parent to child, writes Jo Hartley.

The inability to get out of bed may be a symptom rather than a cause of dementia.

Optometrists have issued a warning that virtual reality could be damaging people's eyes.

COMMENT: "Imperfect" fruit and vegetables are still healthy eating.

Researchers believe this is a big discovery as the findings suggest that fructose is likely to alter brain function.

My elderly mother suffers from osteoporosis and is susceptible to bone fractures. Is there anything that can be done to protect my

Many people are praising this married mum for showing that the number on the scale does not adequately reflect fitness.

A study claims that weight woman gain after childbirth is due to their lifestyles, not pregnancy.

Cycling or jogging in middle age can protect people against a stroke, new research shows.

An Australian care worker has slammed KFC after her charge urinated in the store.

Scientists claim to have "cracked" the genetic code which underpins the common cold.

Texan man Andy Albertson weighed almost 150kg and was teased about his body.

Take the test to see how lifestyle changes can affect your "heart age".

COMMENT: Psychotherapist Kyle MacDonald explains what needs to change in our mental health system.

There is a clear 'tipping point' at which exercise starts to ruin your sex life.

A woman who constantly smells like fish has to work night shifts after her colleagues complained she was too pungent.

It's the catchy fitness principle followed by a generation of fitness fanatics but the idea that you should take 10,000 steps a day may not be as helpful as it once seemed.

A US mother is being lauded for her bravery after deciding to carry her baby to term, despite a terminal defect, so that she may donate the little one's organs.

COMMENT: Why do we stop talking about suicide when we're encouraging those who are vulnerable or fragile to do exactly the opposite and start talking.