Fact or fiction: More protein means bigger muscles
Seeing big, beefy bodybuilders chugging down protein shakes makes it seem like the...
Extreme makeover: Lasagne and macaroni cheese
Favourites on everyone's list of comfort foods, they can be extremely high in...
Living with diabetes
Diabetes is an increasing health problem for New Zealanders and it is likely...
Fact or fiction: Drinking milk increases mucus
This is a wide-spread theory. But is it really true?
Here's the theory about...
Coeliac disease: Symptoms, diagnosis, help
Like many Western countries it's estimated that around 1 to 2 percent of...
Research roundup: Vitamin D
The role that vitamin D plays in helping to prevent osteoporosis has been...
Fact or fiction: Spicy foods cause stomach ulcers
We all used to believe this. But now we know: no food will...
HFG guide to meal-base sauces
When you’re too busy or simply lack inspiration in the kitchen, it’s easy...
HFG guide to fruit and vegetable juice
Fruit and vegetable drinks may claim to have health benefits, but to find...
HFG guide to muesli bars
Senior nutritionist Rose Carr helps us choose the healthier options when it comes...
