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World's heaviest teen reveals dramatic weight loss

After being cut from his home the young man has undergone a dramatic transformation.

A letter to my 25-year-old self: By Marama Davidson

Motherhood, politics and being a proud wāhine Māori.

Covid baby boom: More people turn to fertility treatment than ever before

'In times of crisis and distress people crave forces of comfort, and often it's family.'

Misinformation is meddling with Māori wellbeing

Misinformation is alive and well regarding Covid, also in the obesity and diet sector.

New Year's resolutions that beat weight loss and tidying up

Nicola Alpe points us in a more admirable direction for 2022.

The Dating Diaries: Why 2021 was worth its weight in gold

Despite what you may think 2021 was truly a good year writes Lillie Rohan

A letter to my 25-year-old self: By Mike Puru

The Hits host recommends honesty in relationships and more focus on finances.

The inhaler that promises to help you quit sugar

UK firm claims that inhaler can help you kick your cravings for good, but does it work?

A letter to my 25-year-old self: By Dame Lynda Topp

Protests, parents and the phone call that changed her life.

Celeste Barber's iconic reply to Kendall 'photoshop' drama

Barber has been praised for her response to the Kendall Jenner "photoshop" storm.

NZ's own Forrest Gump: Why Kiwi man won't stop running

The athlete says we have a long way to go to fix New Zealand's mental health crisis.

Sinister reason behind woman's insatiable thirst

A woman received a shocking diagnosis after not being able to relieve her thirst.

All the wellness and beauty trends we loved this year

In 2021, looking after ourselves became more important than ever.

How to talk to kids and teens about their weight

Experts weigh in on how to have a healthy conversation about weight these holidays.

Kyle MacDonald: How to flourish in a pandemic world

Make the best of the situation you find yourself in and keep adapting.

Lost touch with friends during lockdown? How to reconnect

Lockdown changed our social lives dramatically - so how do we get our old friends back?

An energising sun salutation with Samantha


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Woman sues doctor for being born, wins millions

A woman has won suit against her mother's doctor, claiming she shouldn't have been born.