New ZealandDiabetes drug to be withdrawn over heart risk fearsA diabetes drug alleged to be a factor in 100,000 cases of heart failure is being withdrawn from the NZ market.16 Feb 10:22 PM
LifestyleStudy: Sugars could harm unborn babyPregnant women who eat a lot of sugar-laden food could be compromising their babies' development, new New Zealand research suggests.11 Feb 01:47 AM
New ZealandKilos slashed, new hobbies addedIt'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.31 Jan 04:30 PM
BusinessComplaint upheld over A2 milk advertisementThe ASA has upheld a complaint against a supermarket advertisement for A2 milk, saying the beneficial claims are not backed up by evidence.18 Jan 10:15 PM
WorldNauru tops obesity leaguePacific island nations now occupy the top seven places in the World Health Organisation's global obesity rankings.26 Dec 06:18 AM
LifestyleJust one in three Australians will be 'healthy weight' by 2025Figures to be released at an obesity summit today indicate 72 per cent of Australians aged over 25 will have a weight problem in 2025.07 Dec 09:00 PM
All BlacksDieting brings back BuckSix weeks ago rugby legend Buck Shelford was an overweight, pie-eating bloke for whom exercise was a distant memory.06 Nov 04:30 PM
KahuKaraoke host sings the praises of healthy livingTe Hamua Nikora is the Maori men's posterboy for what not to do about your health - but he's still a ridiculously handsome one, he reckons.28 May 04:00 PM
New ZealandDiabetes patient speaks out on pig-cell trialResults from the pig-cell trial so far indicate improved control of blood-sugar levels and reduced need for insulin injections.27 Apr 03:10 AM
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
New ZealandLast request for one big partyAndy Nathan prewrote his death notice: 'I finally carked [sic] it after a lifetime of fun ... time to celebrate! ... Don't be late!' 18 Apr 04:00 PM
LifestyleTelly traumaTime to switch the box off? Medical experts explain why you probably should.09 Mar 03:00 PM
Opinion<i>Deborah Coddington</i>: Funding stapling is a kick in the guts for taxpayers13 Feb 03:00 PM
LifestyleMillions wasting their time trying to get fit, says studyMillions of people who strive to keep fit by jogging, swimming or going to the gym are wasting their time, scientists say.07 Feb 03:00 PM
