LifestyleBe wary of get-slim-quick diets, trainer warnsLatest research has revealed the best way to lose weight is to shed flab as fast as possible.24 Jul 04:00 PM
WorldUK doctors declare war on junk foodLeading doctors in Britain will today demand tough government action to curb the nation's addiction to unhealthy food.11 Jul 04:00 PM
LifestyleBirthplace of 'drive-thru' turns its back on fast foodIn a bid to combat rampant obesity levels, law-makers in the US city of Baldwin Park have imposed a moratorium on new fast-food outlets.05 Jul 10:42 PM
New ZealandMuliaga family to sue over mum's deathThe family of Auckland woman Folole Muliaga plan to sue both Mercury Energy and Middlemore Hospital over her 2007 death.27 Jun 01:22 AM
New ZealandBurgers bad for kids' asthma - studyKids who eat three or more burgers a week are more likely to suffer from asthma and wheezing, new research has found.03 Jun 08:05 AM
BusinessGolden times for global food chainMcDonald's - home of the golden arches - shows commercialism and caring can co-exist, writes Guy Adams.14 May 04:00 PM
New ZealandNever let young watch TV: expertsYoung children should not watch any TV because it sets them up for obesity and poor academic performance at school, say experts.03 May 04:00 PM
New ZealandFat is normal in NZ - expertNZ's high rate of obesity is no surprise, because of its fat-promoting environment and love affair with cars, a nutrition expert says.25 Apr 04:00 PM
LifestyleHow genes influence obesity, senility - and the effects of olive oilMedical researchers have begun to elucidate the complex role of genes in human health.19 Apr 10:30 PM
WorldHow to solve the junk food problemRomanian is seeking to become the first country in the world to impose a far-reaching tax on junk food.03 Apr 01:10 AM
LifestyleJunk food could be addictive 'like heroin'A study has found that that laboratory rats will endure painful electric shocks to satisfy their craving for high-calorie snacks made from sausages, bacon and cheesecake.29 Mar 01:09 AM
LifestyleHow the Last Supper became a banquet over 1000 yearsPortion sizes in depictions of the most famous meal in history - the Last Supper - have ballooned over the past millennium, a study shows.25 Mar 02:30 AM
WorldPizza-gobblers have superchef in tearsLike many a British star before him, Jamie Oliver found America a tough nut to crack. 23 Mar 03:00 PM
New ZealandReality TV: Why it's not so bad for Kiwi childrenReality television has been accused of dumbing down the nation, but a study suggests some shows could be good for children.16 Mar 03:00 PM
LifestyleUK: NHS trial offers people money to lose weightObese patients have been paid up to $911 to lose weight in a UK trial to test if financial incentives can be used to change unhealthy behaviour.15 Mar 09:57 PM
LifestyleTelly traumaTime to switch the box off? Medical experts explain why you probably should.09 Mar 03:00 PM
LifestyleControversy over slimming group's deal with McDonald'sNutritionists and obesity experts turned on Weight Watchers yesterday after it teamed up with the fast-food chain to promote three of its meals.03 Mar 09:19 PM
New ZealandWeight Watchers backs McDonald's light optionsIt seems like an unlikely alliance, but Weight Watchers has backed three items on McDonald's menu.02 Mar 03:00 PM
OpinionA weighty issue for airlinesThe debate about extra-large passengers - should they have to buy a second seat instead of spilling over into their skinny neighbours' space - is off again.15 Feb 03:00 PM
Opinion<i>Deborah Coddington</i>: Funding stapling is a kick in the guts for taxpayers13 Feb 03:00 PM
New ZealandSurgeon told off for abusing fat patientA surgeon has been reprimanded for swearing at a severely obese patient and for punishing her by removing her from a waiting list.10 Feb 03:00 PM
LifestyleMichelle Obama begins fight against childhood obesityThe first lady has unveiled her public awareness campaign against childhood obesity in the US.09 Feb 10:15 PM
