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What is Ghee and how does it compare to butter as a cooking agent and source of fat in our diet? Read more »
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This month we support Dietitian Angela Berrill whose interview with Wendyl Nissen on Radio Live is easy to listen to and very informative Read more »
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Researchers have found that NZ children are exposed to alcohol advertising around 4.5 times/day. Does this matter? What can we do? Read more »
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Is the high fat Ketogenic Diet right for you? Find out the pros and cons and who should definitely not rely on this diet for weight loss. Read more »
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Climate change could endanger our food supply and economic growth. But making changes now could help stabilise life on earth and improve our longterm health. Find out why. Read more »
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You may already know about the Garden to Table program for kids. But this inspirational story shows how cooking can change behaviour, settle kids down and help us all to clean up our planet. Read more »
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We all know that sugary drinks are full of calories that make you gain weight. So what about diet soft drinks and sparkling water? Find out.. Read more »
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Sleep deprivation was once just associated with night shift work and settling newborn babes. Online work is changing this. Are you at risk? Read more »
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Most of us are aware that TV advertising of unhealthy foods targets young children. New research shows how social media is also being used. Learn more about this and the codes that should protect our kids. Read more »
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Jamie Oliver pushed for a sugar tax on sugar sweetened beverages (SSB's) in Britain and this is now working. But would it be right for New Zealand? Find out more about how these taxes might be applied.
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A Californian judge has ruled that Starbucks and other businesses serving coffee have to display warnings that Acrylamide in coffee can cause cancer. Is it a problem in New Zealand and what can you do about it? Read more »
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New research claims that if New Zealanders increased their intake of grain fibre by just 1g per day then savings in healthcare expenditure and productivity in NZ could total $46million annually Read more »
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Poor fitness levels can impact on nerve fibres in the brain leading to loss of cognitive function and memory. Find out more about research linking exercise with better mental health Read more »
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We all take our mobility for granted until something goes wrong and we fall. Whether at home, work or play falls can be very debilitating, undermining our confidence and health. Find out how to prevent them. Read more »
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Does this Alkaline diet really live up to it's promises or could it be of concern to your health? Read more »
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New research shows regular exercise can slow down or stop spinal bone marrow from turning into fatty tissue as we age. Find out more. Read more »
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Could the sandwich fillings in your child's lunchbox be hiding too much salt and raising their risk of heart disease in the future? Find out Read more »
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Do you need help to manage food allergy anxiety? This February edition of Allergy Today offer some excellent article on how to help children to cope. Read more »
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This Radio NZ interview with Professor Jodi Mindell from St Joseph's University Philadelphia can help parents with sleep concerns for their child Read more »
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New research from Otago university raises concern that Southern NZ women and babies may be deficient in Vitamin D. Find out more. Read more »
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Play is essential in helping children to develop confidence, motivation and physical competence. What can you do to facilitate play in your family? Read more »
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"If celebrating a special occasion is it safe to drink alcohol and still breastfeed my baby?" New research, apps and milk storage info can help.
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Here's a booklet that offers 4 weeks of easy, nourishing dinner meals for a family of 6 (2 adults/4 kids) with shopping lists and tips to reduce waste Read more »
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Chocolate companies are pouring millions of $'s into scientific studies and research to support cocoa science to sell more candy. Are you be duped? Read more »
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Everyone experiences cramp at some time or other. What causes it and what can be done to prevent it ruining your athletic performance? Find out Read more »
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Are you are looking for fresh fruit and vegetable dishes for picnics, parties barbecues and outdoor living this summer? Then 5+ A Day can help you. Read more »
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How much you need to eat and drink during exercise depends on lots of personal factors, intensity and duration of training etc. Find out more Read more »
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While health recommendations seek to lower the intake and frequency of red meat eating it is still part of a healthy diet. These recipes may help you. Read more »
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Is it necessary to reduce milk and milk products in order to reduce the risk of heart disease? Find out the latest nutrition facts. Read more »
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Is the new clean eating movement good for your health? Find out Read more »
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Are plant-based beverages such as soy, coconut, almond, rice of quinoa drinks sufficiently healthy enough to fed our children? Find out. Read more »
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Alcohol is both a food and a drug so how is it affecting life in New Zealand, Australia and Europe? Read more »
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What are the main health issues in NZ? As the election draws near we need to ask all political parties what they plan to do for better child health. Read more »
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Healthy Celebrations offers up not only healthy recipes and ways to have fun but also respects the needs of different ethnic groups Read more »
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For athletes needing to 'make weight',in order to compete in weight categorised sports, nutrition strategies are important. Find out what to do. Read more »
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Many athletes include a coffee stop at the end of their ride. But could their food choices be undoing all their effort? Find out which cafe food is best. Read more »
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Beans and grains contribute protein to a healthy diet. Recently one protein, Lectin, in these foods is drawing negative attention. Find out why? Read more »
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Gut bacteria are centre stage in nutrition articles these days but this article in the Otago Daily Times by colleague Dr Kirsty Fairborn is a must read! Read more »
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Pilates is proving increasingly popular with people wanting to improve their core strength, flexibility and posture. Find out what to eat before and after a workout. Read more »
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Active children need energy to fuel growth and physical activity but some times getting tired hungry children to eat is a real mission for busy parents. We offer tips to help. Read more »
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The FODMAP diet can help many people who suffer from Irritable Bowel Syndrome.
Learn how this diet works and if it is right for you. Read more »
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Lea's new book can help families to put structure back into children's diet so that they can sustain energy, maximise growth and performance. Could be handy for parents too. Read more »
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Exercise boosts our immune system and mind, helps us sleep and maintain muscle tone. New research has found that notably interval training can stop ageing at a cellular level. Read more »
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This year Food Revolution Day in NZ is focusing on nutrition education to children. Learn more about how you can become involved in FRD too. Read more »
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In the search for healthy dietary patterns around the world unsubstantiated health claims seem to pop up daily. Here we review the latest trends. Read more »
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Research shows TV advertising of unhealthy foods increase the risk of obesity in children. What other ad techniques are connecting with our kids? Read more »
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Cramps and stitches can really upset your game plan after hours of training and preparation. Learn what causes them and how they can be prevented. Read more »
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Iron deficiency affects many young New Zealanders during times of rapid growth. The NZ Beef and Lamb website offers help on this topic along with recipes and information for better nutrition. Read more »
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What are some of the challenges facing athletes involved in competitive tennis?The Sports Dietitian's Australia website offers some valuable tips. Read more »
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A good nights sleep is evident in how a person functions and acts next day.Our need for sleep alters as we age. Find out if you are having enough. Read more »
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Even if only exercising for 1-2 sessions a week the health benefits can be huge. Check to see if you are doing enough. Read more »
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Women who exercise may face problems of failing bone and reproductive health. Finding that right balance between energy intake and physical activity is important to long-term health. Read more »
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The 5+ a Day website is a great place to learn about many of the new fruits and vegetables that are turning up in our supermarkets and also interesting new research on workplace nutrition. Read more »
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Researchers believe that it is not only how much or how often but the type of exercise that we do that may determine our longevity and cardio vascular fitness. Read more »
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Researchers in North America have found that adolescents who carry excess visceral fat ( abdominally located) are at risk of bone breakdown and also have suboptimal levels of growth hormone. Read more »
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A tax on sugar-sweetened beverages is an initiative that you can take part in to help combat the increase in obesity, type 2 diabetes, dental and other health issues in NZ. We need your signature now! Read more »
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If you would like more affordable meal and activity ideas then the governments Eat Move Live campaign is here to help you Read more »
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We take our feet and mobility so much for granted but our ability to exercise, maintain a healthy weight and lead the lifestyle we do hinges on good foot hygiene and shoe selection. Do you care enough? Read more »
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Jamie Oliver believes that cooking can have a huge impact on healthy living. Jamie's cooking programs teach his hints, tips and basic home cooking skills in an effort to encourage people to cook from scratch with fresh food. Find out more. Read more »
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What effect do gluten free diets have on non coeliac athletes? Can they really improve performance, health and GI distress or might there be healthier alternatives? Find out. Read more »
What, how and when we feed children is important to helping them learn about food and eating and to develop healthy habits in life
