New ZealandFat is normal in NZ - expertNZ's high rate of obesity is no surprise, because of its fat-promoting environment and love affair with cars, a nutrition expert says.25 Apr 04:00 PM
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
WorldHow to solve the junk food problemRomanian is seeking to become the first country in the world to impose a far-reaching tax on junk food.03 Apr 01:10 AM
LifestyleJunk food could be addictive 'like heroin'A study has found that that laboratory rats will endure painful electric shocks to satisfy their craving for high-calorie snacks made from sausages, bacon and cheesecake.29 Mar 01:09 AM
LifestyleHow the Last Supper became a banquet over 1000 yearsPortion sizes in depictions of the most famous meal in history - the Last Supper - have ballooned over the past millennium, a study shows.25 Mar 02:30 AM
WorldPizza-gobblers have superchef in tearsLike many a British star before him, Jamie Oliver found America a tough nut to crack. 23 Mar 03:00 PM
New ZealandReality TV: Why it's not so bad for Kiwi childrenReality television has been accused of dumbing down the nation, but a study suggests some shows could be good for children.16 Mar 03:00 PM
LifestyleUK: NHS trial offers people money to lose weightObese patients have been paid up to $911 to lose weight in a UK trial to test if financial incentives can be used to change unhealthy behaviour.15 Mar 09:57 PM
LifestyleTelly traumaTime to switch the box off? Medical experts explain why you probably should.09 Mar 03:00 PM
LifestyleControversy over slimming group's deal with McDonald'sNutritionists and obesity experts turned on Weight Watchers yesterday after it teamed up with the fast-food chain to promote three of its meals.03 Mar 09:19 PM
New ZealandWeight Watchers backs McDonald's light optionsIt seems like an unlikely alliance, but Weight Watchers has backed three items on McDonald's menu.02 Mar 03:00 PM
OpinionA weighty issue for airlinesThe debate about extra-large passengers - should they have to buy a second seat instead of spilling over into their skinny neighbours' space - is off again.15 Feb 03:00 PM
Opinion<i>Deborah Coddington</i>: Funding stapling is a kick in the guts for taxpayers13 Feb 03:00 PM
New ZealandSurgeon told off for abusing fat patientA surgeon has been reprimanded for swearing at a severely obese patient and for punishing her by removing her from a waiting list.10 Feb 03:00 PM
LifestyleMichelle Obama begins fight against childhood obesityThe first lady has unveiled her public awareness campaign against childhood obesity in the US.09 Feb 10:15 PM
TravelIf you don't fit, buy two seatsIt's only a matter of time before airlines start demanding fat passengers pay for two seats, an aviation commentator says.21 Jan 03:00 PM
TravelAir France: Extra seat for obese flyers 'not an obligation'Air France says obese passengers who are asked to pay for an additional seat will be reimbursed if the plane isn't full.20 Jan 11:01 PM
TravelAir France-KLM to charge obese passengers extraPassengers who are unable to squeeze into a single aeroplane seat will have to pay 75 per cent of the cost of a second seat under the new rules.20 Jan 01:30 AM
New ZealandCall to ban all adverts of junk food to childrenThe World Health Organisation has come out in support of a complete ban on advertising junk food to children.03 Jan 03:00 PM
New ZealandNew Zealanders' life expectancy keeps increasingBe prepared for a long retirement if medical advances continue at their current pace, says health reporter Martin Johnston.28 Dec 03:00 PM
New ZealandKiwi's kidney research pays offGround-breaking research into improving the condition of kidneys for transplantation has earned a young NZ doctor a top scholarship.02 Dec 03:00 PM
WorldDoctor to expose 'quick-fix' diet mythsA leading doctor is set to expose the myths and fairytales surrounding some of the world's best-known food fads.22 Nov 03:00 PM
