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Ask the experts: Insulin resistance
What does 'insulin-resistant' mean and am I at risk of diabetes?
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Ask the experts: Type 2 diabetes and cinnamon
Can taking cinnamon help control blood glucose levels?
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Cinnamon linked to improved blood glucose response
Cinnamon, allspice, bay leaf, cloves, nutmeg, witch hazel, oregano and black and green tea have been shown to help control blood glucose levels.
Omega-3 may protect eyes from disease
The retina has one of the highest concentrations of omega-3 fats in the body.
Diabetes reduces life expectancy
Diabetes is a recognised risk factor for the development of cardiovascular disease.
Food Safety Authority confident of aspartame safety
Recent media reports may have raised unnecessary concerns for consumers about the safety of aspartame, says the New Zealand Food Safety Authority (NZFSA).
Chewing gum may help suppress appetite
Researchers in the UK used 60 healthy-weight volunteers to study the effects of chewing gum on their appetite and energy intake.
NZ pesto beats the world’s best
In a 'coals to Newcastle' scenario, Auckland-based Essential Cuisine has won a major international award at Belgium’s prestigious International Taste Quality Institute (ITQI).
Whole grains protect against a range of diseases
Regular consumption of whole grain foods has long been associated with a lower risk of developing cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes.
Alcohol reduces glycaemic response to food
Light to moderate alcohol intake has been directly linked to reduced risk of developing coronary heart disease and type 2 diabetes.
Folate linked to depression
Depression affects between 5-10% of people worldwide. A recent review of studies examining their association found a link between low folate status and depression.
“Of course I handle food safely: it’s them you should worry about”
Many people assume that food-borne illnesses are a result of dodgy food outlets. But it’s also a result of unsafe practices in the home.
Why French people don’t get fat
What are the differences between Kiwis and Les Français when it comes to eating?
The top 10 healthy eating habits to give your kids
Develop these healthy habits in your children and they will be well set up to become healthy adults.
What does 'organic' mean?
'Organic' has come to mean products and produce grown in a sustainable, environmentally friendly way. How do you identify what’s real and what’s marketing hype on packaging?
The ethical shopper: Packaging
New Zealanders consume over 670,000 tonnes of packaging every year, but recycle only about half of it.
Eat well, spend less: Stock up on carbohydrates
A serving of carbs is great value for money and can be very comforting.
Ask the experts: Recovering from illness
What are you supposed to eat when recovering from a stomach bug?
Back to basics: Baking sponges
A sponge is a basic cake that, once mastered, can be adapted in infinite ways. Here's all you need to know to make perfect sponges, the healthy way.
