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Herald NOW canvasses sick day etiquette
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Why you need to gain ‘buffer’ weight over 65 and how to do it healthily
Here’s how some extra weight can prevent frailty in old age.
Dry January is over - here’s how to (healthily) have a drink again
You don't need to have gone cold turkey over January to adopt these good drinking habits.
The best food combinations to boost your gut health
A nutritionist runs through all the food pairings that benefit your microbiome.
The unloved root vegetable that improves your gut health
It’s time to put this much-maligned vegetable on the menu.
Cancer-fighting fibre essentials: Why your diet needs more than just protein
Fibre, unlike oh-so-popular protein, is the unsung hero of the modern diet.
Full-fat, trim or oat: What milk really is good for you?
From boosting mood to protecting bones, how does milk stack up against the alternatives?
I was drinking 28 litres of fizzy drinks per week – this is why I quit
OPINION: She'd drink up to 14 large bottles a week. So what made her break the habit?
‘Clubbing necessity’: How Gen Z music lovers are making earplugs cool
Hearing loss affects one in six Kiwis - and it's expected one in four will suffer by 2050.
What giving up bread really does for your health
She ditched bread for a health reset. But can she give it up for good?
Opinion: Gut health tips according to a bowel cancer survivor
OPINION: Here's what the GP relies on to get her through the day.
The five ultra-processed foods cardiologists want you to avoid
Diet fads may come and go, but no-joke rules about our heart health are clear to experts.
Can’t sleep this summer? Here’s how to get a good night’s rest
‘You have to teach your brain to associate bed with sleep and sex. And nothing else.’
Opinion: Are you making this common workout mistake?
Experts recommend avoiding this habit if you really want to get fit.
Drugs like ibuprofen can damage our gut lining
Anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen have been linked to serious health problems.
Seven ways to ‘cure’ your hangover
Let go of myths like 'hair of the dog' – hangovers require a multifaceted approach.
‘Real danger’: The nostalgic Kiwi food item that should be banned
It's an iconic symbol of childhood nostalgia, but the colourful treat has a dark side.
The five foods that every midlife man and woman should be adding to their weekly shop
Telegraph: Our needs change as we age – here are five foods to help you thrive after 50.
Understanding anxiety: Is it normal to feel this way all the time?
OPINION: Is it normal to feel this anxious all the time?
Can apple cider vinegar really do wonders for your health?
Studies have shown the elixir has many health benefits, but there are caveats.
How mould exposure poses a dangerous health risk
Mould exposure symptoms aren't obvious - they can mimic a cold or feeling tired.
Do IUDs cause breast cancer? Here’s what the evidence says
A new study has found a link between hormonal intrauterine devices and breast cancer.
What are 'danger' ages and what can we do about it?
Researchers have discovered two spikes in our ageing. Here's how to turn back the clock.
These are the healthiest varieties of white rice
How much and which type should you eat to ensure you don’t pile on the pounds?
I tried an Oura Ring for a year - here's what I learnt about my health
OPINION: Putting Prince Harry's and Kim Kardashian's favourite wearable to the test.
The heart-healthy diet hardly anyone is talking about
New York Times: How the DASH diet can significantly lower blood pressure.