We look at 10 of the most exciting new science projects just awarded Marsden Fund grants.

Genetic changes in "junk DNA" may be a missing link between type 2 diabetes and obesity.

"I think people would be surprised by how much sugar is being placed in everyday items."

New Health Minister David Clark won't rule out a sugary drinks tax.

A woman who gave birth to two sets of twins has completely transformed her body.

Taranaki programme tailored for obese kids has delivered some promising results.

It's become harder to imagine our solar system without a missing, mysterious Planet Nine.

Scientists believe they've found the culprit in the battle against belly fat.

Forget cheat days, research claims you should cheat for two weeks to get slim.

Jo Bowden halved her body weight and has now had surgery to remove the excess skin.

Well-known GP Dr Lance O'Sullivan has teamed up with leading researchers in a new effort.

The star was left with unsightly rolls of loose skin which rubbed red raw.

High-fat diets are bad for bone health - especially for those born small or too early.

Want to lose weight without surgery? Here's how.

Kiwi plus-size model hits back at criticism of larger-sized models in fashion industry.

Whanganui Maori pastor has published a book on how to grow and cook healthy food.

We're eating too much sugar - and it's in food you might not expect, says Simon Gault.

New Zealand's food policies need to change to tackle the country's obesity epidemic.

An obesity study that will breath-test thousands of Kiwi kids is off to a promising start.

There's nothing like seeing a couple who feel confident in their own skin.

Can losing your sense of smell make you lose weight?

Bone marrow was found to "remember" the effects of exercise long after the exercise ended.

Scientists will tap into the DNA data of thousands of young people in major new study.

A test found eating dark chocolate before meals made women eat 25% less.

COMMENT: A sugar tax would not reduce obesity, as experience overseas proves.

Healthier food and drink and more exercise have cut preschoolers' tooth decay by a fifth.

Sugar has been labelled the new tobacco by some health experts.

Drink distributors have agreed to sell only water in NZ primary and intermediate schools.

Most childcare centres that feed their children are not meeting nutrition guidelines.

Healthy lifestyle helps Coco ace the cross country.