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Study: Sugars could harm unborn baby

Pregnant women who eat a lot of sugar-laden food could be compromising their babies' development, new New Zealand research suggests.

Kilos slashed, new hobbies added

It's just over a year since Maori Party co-leader Tariana Turia had her stomach-stapling operation. Since then, she's lost 32kg and picked up a few new hobbies.

China buys into NZ diabetes technology

Complaint upheld over A2 milk advertisement

The ASA has upheld a complaint against a supermarket advertisement for A2 milk, saying the beneficial claims are not backed up by evidence.

Eat less, feel full? It's food for thought

Nauru tops obesity league

Pacific island nations now occupy the top seven places in the World Health Organisation's global obesity rankings.

Just one in three Australians will be 'healthy weight' by 2025

Figures to be released at an obesity summit today indicate 72 per cent of Australians aged over 25 will have a weight problem in 2025.

Diabetes epidemic puts strain on eye screening

<i>Unsung Heroes</i>: Helping hand from a fellow-sufferer

Diabetes patient speaks out on pig-cell trial

Results from the pig-cell trial so far indicate improved control of blood-sugar levels and reduced need for insulin injections.

Blood feud in the Grand Canyon

How genes influence obesity, senility - and the effects of olive oil

Medical researchers have begun to elucidate the complex role of genes in human health.

Last request for one big party

Andy Nathan prewrote his death notice: 'I finally carked [sic] it after a lifetime of fun ... time to celebrate! ... Don't be late!'

Diabetes shock prompts MP to urge tests

Killer fats may be listed

Telly trauma

Time to switch the box off? Medical experts explain why you probably should.