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Experts: Blood type can cause sexual problems

Scientists find there could be a surprising reason why so many struggle to perform: Blood type.

Mediterranean diet cuts breast cancer risk - study

Eating this diet can help reduce risk of one of worst types of breast cancer by 40 per cent.

Gwyneth Paltrow's latest bizarre cleanse

Gwyneth Paltrow consumed nothing but goat's milk for eight days.

How cheating can help you lose weight

If you're still struggling to shift those extra kilos, an outspoken weightloss expert believes he's found the answer.

Meghan Markle's speech on period shame

"Many girls believe their bodies are purging evil spirits": Actress Meghan Markle speaks out against the shame surrounding menstruation.

Study reveals all about the Neanderthal diet

Scientists analyse a Neanderthal's microbiome for the first time and find differences in what they ate.

Birth defect in boys 'linked to hairspray'

Pregnant women warned against using hairspray, as evidence suggests chemicals may be linked to genital birth defect in boys.

Kiwi duo spread message of hope to youth

Two young Aucklanders will get the chance to spread more of their message of hope after receiving $30,000 in Jetstar's Flying Start grant programme.

Why gut bacteria influences our health

Our natural health guru on how our gut bacteria are so influential to our health.

How electrode therapy could help anorexia sufferers

A small study of 16 people with severe anorexia has found that implanting stimulation electrodes into the brains of patients could ease their anxiety and help them gain weight.

Excessive sleeping could be a sign of dementia

The inability to get out of bed may be a symptom rather than a cause of dementia.

VR headsets linked to eye problems

Optometrists have issued a warning that virtual reality could be damaging people's eyes.

Fructose made in human brains - research

Researchers believe this is a big discovery as the findings suggest that fructose is likely to alter brain function.

How to protect your bones

My elderly mother suffers from osteoporosis and is susceptible to bone fractures. Is there anything that can be done to protect my

Mum drops 3 sizes but loses less than 1kg

Many people are praising this married mum for showing that the number on the scale does not adequately reflect fitness.

This is the most awkward thing about booty calls

Let's talk about period sex like adults.

How the gym affects men's libido

There is a clear 'tipping point' at which exercise starts to ruin your sex life.

10,000 steps a day: more harm than good?

It's the catchy fitness principle followed by a generation of fitness fanatics but the idea that you should take 10,000 steps a day may not be as helpful as it once seemed.