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Cocoa may reduce blood pressure
A recent analysis of trials that assessed the effects of blood pressure on adults showed consumption of foods rich in cocoa were likely to reduce blood pressure.
World Health Organisation calls for reduction in salt consumption
A recent report recommends that salt consumption from all sources be reduced to 5g per day (2g or 2000mg of sodium), and that the salt consumed is iodised.
More evidence for salt reduction
Recent data from a long-term intervention study reinforces the benefits of lowering sodium intake.
Would you like vitamins and minerals with that?
Coca-Cola in North America is reported to be launching 'Diet Coke Plus' containing added vitamin B3, B6, B12 plus zinc and magnesium.
Vitamin D: Even more important as we age
A recent study in Italy assessed nearly 1,000 people over 65 years old and found a strong relationship between poorer physical performance and lower vitamin D status.
Mediterranean diet reduces child asthma risk
While it’s not uncommon for children in Crete to have allergies, wheezing and rhinitis (nasal inflammation) are rare.
Keep the heart ticking with a whole grain breakfast
Research presented at the American Heart Association’s 47th Annual Conference adds to an already strong body of evidence that whole grain cereals are associated with better heart health.
Eat well, spend less: Use your loaf
Home bread-making machines have made fresh bread accessible to lots of people who swear by them, particularly those with wheat and gluten allergies. But if you want to make bread by hand, here are the basics to get you started.
How to choose: Crackers
We guide you through the myriad of crackers available and help you make good choices.
Health assessment follow-up: Prue
We revisit Prue to see how she's doing with her diet and exercise plan.
Health assessment follow-up: Ray
We revisit Ray to see how he's doing with his diet and exercise plan.
Tea: Is it bad for you?
There are a few stories about tea's negative properties. We investigate them to find out if they are true or not.
Extreme makeover: Creamy pastas and curries
Love creamy dishes? By using these simple techniques, you can still indulge.
Extreme makeover: Garlic bread
Who doesn’t love crunchy, buttery garlic bread? But it’s a fat trap that can add extra kilojoules very easily before we even get on to the main course.
Extreme makeover: Mashed potato
Traditional mashed potato has lashings of cream and butter. But you don’t need these additions to get great mash.
Extreme makeover: White and cheese sauces
Traditional white and cheese sauces can add a lot of fat to a meal. Here are some tips for making them healthier.
Extreme makeover: Crackers, cheese and dips
What a great combo these are: high-fat (and high saturated fat) foods that taste great together! Some tips to lighten the load.
Extreme makeover: Big breakfast
It’s a favourite weekend meal. But do you know how much energy and fat is hiding in it?
Extreme makeover: Lasagne and macaroni cheese
Favourites on everyone's list of comfort foods, they can be extremely high in kilojoules and fat. These ones are healthy and absolutely delicious.
Extreme makeover: Roast dinner
This classic Kiwi favourite is, in theory, a healthy meal; after all, it's meat and vegetables...
Extreme makeover: Quiche
Cheese, eggs, ham and pastry can mean quiche is not great on the fat and kilojoule front...
Extreme makeover: Scalloped potato
Everyone's favourite potato dish is a creamy, delicious, cheesy treat. Here's how to make a healthy version that tastes great.
Extreme makeover: Fish and chips
A Friday night family favourite - especially with the kids. Here's how to make your fish and chips less guilty.
Exercise for older people
As we age it's normal to lose muscle and gain fat. Can we do anything to slow this process down?
How long can we expect to live?
We have an aging population in New Zealand; so what is our average life expectancy?
Do older people need supplements?
Older people can also be low in calcium, zinc, potassium and magnesium. Does this mean we need to rush for the supplements?
Tea: Which type is best?
Tea brings us together, calms the nerves and in many families soothes almost any upset. Is one better than the other?
