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Multivitamins: When you should - and shouldn’t - take them
Could taking unnecessary supplements actually do more harm than good? Experts weigh in.

What causes inflammatory disease?
Why metabolism and modern diet choices are driving inflammation.

What happens when I stop taking weight-loss drugs like Ozempic?
Are these medications simply another form of yo-yo dieting? The experts weigh in.

Desk deliciousness: Secrets of a perfect work lunch
New York Times: The ideal meal strikes the right balance of protein, fats and carbs.

Nutritional benefits of avocados: Are they actually good for you?
NY Times: Great on toast, salads and burgers. Plus, they're healthy - but how healthy?

The late, great Michael Mosley’s 11 tips for living well
Telegraph: Today's to-do list - stand on one leg, sing, eat (dark) chocolate and be nice.

What you need to know about gut health
The 'five a day' rule isn't necessarily key to good gut health - here's why.

Could these foods improve your appearance?
Adding these to your diet may help you with hair growth and skin elasticity.

Principal feels school lunches improved student attendance, and behaviour
'Why would we punish the kids for not having food?'

Does sugar really make your kids hyperactive?
The link between sugar and hyperactivity isn't as clear as you might think.

Are frozen and canned veggies just as good as fresh produce?
Tips on how to get more fruit and vegetables in your diet on a budget.

The fodmap diet: Benefits, downsides and foods to avoid
This short-term restrictive diet can alleviate the symptoms of IBS in weeks.

Everything you need to know about the carnivore diet
Advocates say it helps burn fat and stave off diabetes. But can the diet be good for you?

The anti-inflammatory diet guide: Foods, benefits and meal plans
The experts explain which foods to eat — and avoid — to tackle chronic inflammation.

How to get more antioxidants in your diet
We all know antioxidants are good for us — but where do we find them?

Can chewing gum improve your diet and health?
Sugar-free chewing gum has been promoted for its oral health benefits for years.

What is 'portion distortion' and do you have it?
A dietician explains how big your dinner should be.

Concern over students flocking to fast food outlets after school
'From 2.45pm onwards, it’ll be 45 minutes of chaos.'

What do nutritionists eat for breakfast?
Six experts reveal what they eat for the first meal of the day.

Is a meat-heavy diet the key to mental and physical wellbeing?
With Joe Rogan's help, a social media trend with staying power emerged from a 2018 book.

Can adults still develop food allergies?
You’ve heard of peanut allergies. But what about tick-meat or fruit-pollen allergies?

NZ academic-turned-comedian on how she battled 'the beast' of bulimia
In an exclusive essay, Sacha Jones explores lessons learned on her journey back to health.

Why am I hungry all the time?
Constantly reaching for treats? Here's what you can do about it.

NZ study reveals concerning diet trends among disadvantaged kids
A groundbreaking study has shed important new light on the diets of our under-5s.

Opinion: Cut-down version of school lunches risks throwing nutrition and manaakitanga in the bin
OPINION: Too many don't have a real choice in foods they can provide for their children.

Why should we eat oily fish?
Here's why they should be making a regular appearance on our plates.

What do weight-loss drugs mean for diet and exercise industries?
Are drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy affecting the way we view food and exercise?