OpinionOpinion: The simple habit that helped me lose 38kgOne woman shares how she shed a third of her body weight. 31 Jan 03:00 AM
KahuAfter losing 100kg, ‘the Brown Buttabean’ tackles NZ’s obesity crisisNew Zealand has the third-highest adult obesity rate in the OECD.27 Jan 07:31 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘A very different future’: Meet NZ's first Generation Beta babyObesity could end, and increased diversity may topple 'anti' politics in a Gen Beta world.18 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandObesity breakthrough: Kiwi scientist in pivotal gene discoveryA Kiwi scientist has helped make a breakthrough that could lead to new obesity treatments.15 Jan 07:00 PM
New ZealandNine in 10 Kiwi kids endure trauma by age 8 - new researchBut parents can cut the risk of lasting harm, new study finds.13 Jan 05:00 PM
Lifestyle‘I felt judged because of my daughter’s weight’: Inside the obesity clinic for toddlersA specialist centre in the UK is taking a cutting-edge approach to childhood obesity.29 Dec 12:29 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessMcDonald’s consults Ngāti Whātua on Ōrākei drive-through restaurant plansReal estate chief met Ngāti Whātua O Ōrakei on employment, safety, health and tikanga. 14 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleReduce the beer belly: How to help men get rid of their belly fatTelegraph: Why it's more dangerous to be an overweight man, and what to about it.10 Dec 04:00 AM
New Zealand'We're surrounded by everything that's bad for us': Being obese in New ZealandReport calls for levies, limits on ads and fast-food shops, access to weight-loss drugs.24 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeIndia’s copycat drugmakers gear up to offer cheaper weight-loss drugsFinancial Times: 'When the generics come in there will be a huge price war.'13 Oct 07:23 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleCan drugs like Ozempic treat the most common eating disorder?New York Times: Medications can transform how the brain responds to food.10 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRyan BridgeRyan Bridge: Taxing times — let's start with sugar to feed the Beehive monsterOPINION: Tax is like a cancer eating away at your hard work.24 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleAn agonising dilemma: When obesity prevents a joint replacementNY Times: Discrimination or safety? Doctors refusing to operate on those with high BMIs.06 Sep 12:09 AM
AnalysisOpinion: NZ fruit and veg prices are going up way faster than processed foodOPINION: NZ’s price inflation remains more persistent than many other developed countries.16 Jul 11:17 PM
LifestyleShould the 'body roundness index' replace BMI?BRI quantifies body fat levels by looking at height and waist circumference.25 Jun 02:00 AM
TalanoaInflation contributes to 'sharp increase' in Pacific child obesity'New Zealand is falling short in many areas with its food environment.'21 Jun 12:22 AM
New ZealandHerald podcast host wins media award for weight loss surgery investigationChewing the Facts explored the myths around obesity, fatness and weight loss.20 Jun 02:15 AM
LifestyleMaking these midlife lifestyle changes could prevent dementiaMidlife is proving a key period where intervention could prevent almost half of all cases.02 Jun 02:41 AM
LifestyleHow much saturated fat can you ‘get away’ with eating?A new study suggests athletes and regular exercisers can tolerate more than we think.25 May 03:32 AM
LifestyleNearly half of all cancer cases are linked to obesityStudy finds excess weight could be fuelling more than 30 types of the disease.11 May 06:15 AM
New ZealandNZ study reveals concerning diet trends among disadvantaged kidsA groundbreaking study has shed important new light on the diets of our under-5s.05 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandHealthy schools: How Labour’s fizzy drinks ban went flatErica Stanford says removing sugary drinks is no longer a government priority.10 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandPacific obesity crisis: When big is no longer beautifulA recent study reveals 9 of 10 countries with the most obese people are in the Pacific.08 Mar 05:35 AM
Lifestyle7 habits that are keeping middle-aged men from a longer lifeFrom lying on the sofa to neglecting loved ones, is it time to rethink our behaviour?05 Mar 10:30 PM
TalanoaHigh rates in childhood obesity among Pasifika concerningA report found the obesity rate quadrupled among children and adolescents from 1990-2022.02 Mar 10:57 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleHow to tell someone you love they’re fat – without hurting their feelingsHow can you talk to someone about their weight without ‘fat-shaming’ them?26 Feb 06:00 AM
New ZealandOne size doesn't fit all: Obese people vulnerable with vaccine approachNZ researchers find some vaccines are less effective when delivered with standard needles.09 Feb 06:44 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleMy child is in danger of becoming obese – what can I do?As a parent, how do you handle your child gaining weight?30 Jan 12:00 AM
Travel'I got dirty looks': Woman refuses to give up plane seat for toddler'She told the flight attendant I was stealing the seat.'24 Jan 11:07 PM
PremiumPremiumHealthcareOpinion: Stop losing your marbles over weight-loss wonder drugsOPINION: Weight-loss drug headlines mask an attractive longer-term picture.12 Dec 04:00 PM
TravelDisabled traveller 'felt dehumanised' by Air NZ's bathroom policy due to weightThe Kiwi claimed she stopped eating and drinking to avoid needing to use the restroom.15 Nov 06:45 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleCan very hot drinks lead to cancer?Studies suggest hot drinks can cause cancer but experts say there are other risky factors.27 Oct 04:00 PM
LifestyleIs it ever okay to put your child on a diet?Here’s how to help your child with their weight while building their self-esteem.24 Oct 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumInvestmentChristopher Niesche: Diabetes ‘miracle’ drug slims health industry profitsWill the rise of Ozempic keep eating into other companies' profits?22 Oct 04:00 AM
