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50 easy ways to get slimmer and fitter

There are many easy things we can do to change our lives and...

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HFG guide to cereal

Nutritionist Rose Carr puts breakfast cereals in the spotlight and finds star performers. What...

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Brain food

Do you envy those people with steel-trap memories who are as sharp as...

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How to choose chips and crisps

Ah, the temptation of the chip aisle... we help you make healthier choices. There...

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The secrets of shopping smarter

Ever wished for your own personal nutritionist as you go around the supermarket?...

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Healthy eating at the weekend

It’s relatively easy to stick to healthy eating during a structured week. But...

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The health benefits of herbs

Herbs are rich in phytochemicals - in particular antioxidants - which are thought...

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Diabetes: Research update

Every year, thousands of research institutions release findings which help shed light on...

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Eating out healthily at restaurants and cafés

How to avoid the menu traps and still enjoy a healthy meal out.Eating...

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In season early spring: Oranges

Availability Year-round, depending on variety. New Zealand navel oranges are in season now. Buying Choose firm...

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How much salt is in that sauce?

Rose Carr investigates the amount of salt found in shop-bought sauces. We are advised...

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HFG guide to pasta

We give advice on picking pasta, and six of the best choices.What are...

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Country-of-origin labelling

In NZ, manufacturers don't have to state where ingredients come from. Is that...

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Kids’ lunchboxes: What to feed vegetarian children

Tips and ideas for a meat-free lunchbox. Good vegetarian eating is as healthy as...

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Soy infant formula

Is it safe for babies to be fed soy infant formula? If a baby...

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In the garden: Peachy keen

The prospect of plucking stone fruit straight from the tree may be just...

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Am I hungry?

Many researchers believe if we can't naturally recognise when we are hungry and...

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What to do with couscous and quinoa

Seen these ingredients but not sure what to do with them? We help...

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