Shopping traps: Smoothies
A smoothie can make a delicious light meal on the go, but there...
Choosing the best kombucha to buy
Dietitian Katrina Pace explains how to make informed choices when buying kombucha.
Everyone’s drinking...
Portion distortion: Smoothies
Thinking about upsizing your bought smoothie? Here’s what it could mean to your...
Try something new: Refresher course
Fresh juicy fruits and herbs are a splash hit in these virtually kilojoule-free...
How to choose hot drinks
There aren’t many things better than wrapping your hands around a steaming mug...
How to make kombucha
Making your own kombucha is fun, economical and easy. Here's a step-by-step guide...
Cut drinks to lower risk of early death
An analysis of over half a million drinkers worldwide suggests alcohol consumption should...
Coffee in-utero may alter child growth
Exposure to moderate to high caffeine levels while in the womb is potentially...
Portion distortion: Coffee
How does a medium-serve barista cuppa compare with a coffee you’d make at...
Let’s call time on energy drinks
“Would you give your children 12 teaspoons of sugar and two espressos?” That’s...
Does coffee dehydrate you?
We often hear that coffee and other caffeinated drinks will dehydrate us. What...
Danger in your drink?
If you know an energy-drink-loving teen, it could be time to wean them...
Health perks of coffee
Moderate coffee drinking is unlikely to cause harm and may even have health...
Everyday choices: Kombucha or iced tea?
Kombucha is growing in popularity, along with other fermented foods. But how does...
Councils vote no to sugary drinks policy
The New Zealand Dental Association has expressed its disappointment after Manawatu and Rangitikei...
Bought vs homemade: Smoothies
Smoothies can be a good way to add more fruit and vegetables to...