Obesity in pregnancy may affect baby’s brain development
University of Otago researchers have recently found a clue as to why mums...
Hypnotherapy eases IBS stress
A Dutch study has discovered that patients with irritable bowel syndrome were more...
The eyes have it
Evidence is mounting that people who follow a Mediterranean-style diet, which includes olive...
Label detective: Exaggeration in advertising
‘World’s favourite pie’, ‘Best-ever muesli bar’ – it’s not hard to spot, and...
Label detective: Change coming for organic claims
New rules are on the horizon for organic food claims. Food law experts...
In season early autumn: Pineapple and chilli
Pineapple
This delicious, sweet, versatile fruit is often associated with summer, but is available...
Eating insects a step too far for some
Unsurprisingly, vegans are the most resistant to the idea of food made from...
‘Middle-age spread’ affects memory
Lose the belly fat and boost brain function seems to be the message...
Fruit, veges and population health casualties of Brexit
An unexpected, potentially fatal twist to the Brexit saga could lead to 12,400...
How to pass exams: Eat blueberries
New research out of the UK found a short-term memory boost from consuming...
Sleep your teen to better behaviour
Worried about your teen making risky decisions? A solution might be as simple...
In season: Late summer golden queen peaches
Golden queen peaches
Golden queens are the clingstone peaches that fill the Wattie’s cans,...
Labels help greener food choices
Would knowing the carbon footprint of the food you eat influence which products...
Babies iron-rich but short on fruit and veges
Kiwi babies are being fed in line with national nutrition guidelines in some...
Heart attack help by blocking hormone
Preclinical trials by University of Otago researchers have found blocking the release of...
DNA benefits from training hard
Endurance and high-intensity interval training not only benefit your immediate health, but could...
Overeating? How’s your sleep?
Not getting enough sleep can make people more interested in snack foods, according...
