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Chasing the perfect abs, men flock to plastic surgery
Ultra-high-definition liposuction is becoming a popular procedure among today's men.

Chomping down bigtime: Fast-food giant expanding in NZ
New outlets across the country contributed to the New Zealand arm performing strong.

Are you iron deficient? A go-to guide on taking supplements
Find out when and how to take iron, what to eat and avoid, and how to manage side effects.

The vegetables you should (and shouldn’t) bother eating
An expert explains which plants give us the best nutritional bang for our buck.

Is your ham sandwich raising your risk of developing diabetes?
Heard processed meat causes health problems? Here's the science behind the headlines.

Why do we give our kids oranges at halftime in sports?
A deep dive into the origins of the sacred halftime tradition.

Opinion: Why fitness should be about strength and self-love not looks
Hawke's Bay health and wellbeing expert Danielle Harper talks about self-love.

Why does running make me go to the bathroom?
One study found that 12% of long-distance runners had pooped their pants while running.

Why seeds are the most underrated superfood
Here's how to add seeds like pumpkin, hemp and chia to your diet.

What your nails can tell you about your health
Keep an eye on your nails – they’re important indicators of potential health issues.

How your vision can predict dementia 12 years before it is diagnosed
The latest research promises new ways of identifying those at risk of developing dementia.

The six worst foods for your cholesterol
Some things should be consumed with caution, while others need to be avoided entirely.

Is your smartwatch making you anxious?
Many people use smartwatches to track their health – but are they making us worry more?

Psychologist Lisa Strauss shares information on how watching TV affects your sleep
OPINION: Guidelines to help you enjoy good sleep and some TV in bed without overdoing it.

Cheeky diet soft drink getting you through the day? Here’s what that may mean for your health
Diet soft drinks are marketed as 'healthier' alternatives to full-sugar counterparts.

Why are some people happy when they are dying?
A clinical psychologist reveals why happiness is not as uncommon as you would suspect.

What is Teflon flu? It’s linked to a coating on some non-stick pans
These pans can release potentially harmful fumes if heated to high temperatures.

What my daughter said to make me give up wine for good
Annabel Jones found some unforeseen benefits in her relationships after ditching alcohol.

Why is it so hard to make healthy food choices?
Knowing what's good for you doesn’t always result in healthier eating.

Cancer deaths are down, so why does cancer scare us so much?
Cancerphobia is as strong as ever, experts say, even as mortality falls.

How often should you really weigh yourself?
Some suggest ditching self-weigh-ins altogether, but what does the evidence say?

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.

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?

Why multi-tasking is bad for your brain
The ability to do several jobs at once causes stress - and could be rewiring our brains.

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 are compound exercises and why should you try them?
Interested in quick exercise and healthy ageing? Consider this workout.