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Articles: Women's health
About one in 10 NZ women have PCOS, and may struggle with excess weight and acne. We reveal how what you eat can help.
If you've never heard of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) before, you...
Do you know if you’re getting all the nutrients you need? Ever wonder if your cravings are normal? Nutritionist Tracy Morris goes back to basics to look at common health issues faced by women,...
Preventing osteoporosis is not always possible, but everyone has the ability to reduce fracture risk and minimise the effects. Here are some guidelines for healthy bones.Don't cut out alcohol...
Don't we all hate this statement? Cellulite isn't even a disorder! It's just what happens to women's thighs.
Cellulite as a 'problem' is largely a creation of the...
Menopause is well known as being a time when weight is gained. Eating well and being active are key.
Menopause causes the greatest revolution in hormone levels. Blamed for many things during a...
Q: "Are there certain food you could suggest to help with menopause symptoms?"
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A: Nutritionist Catherine Saxelby responds:
"Researchers were hopeful that soy foods could...
Eating well, exercising and still struggling to slim down? If you have trouble shifting unwanted kilos or you're feeling low in energy, what you're eating might not be to blame. Nutritionist...
When it comes to feeding and nurturing your baby, nutritionist Jenny Bowden shares what’s good for you both.
After nine months of anticipation, anxiety and excitement, your baby finally...
One in two NZ women and one in three NZ men over 65 will have an osteoporotic fracture. But you don't have to become another statistic, says nutritionist Caitlin Reid.
Every six minutes, another...
How do you avoid the weight gain that seems to happen as soon as you move in together or get married?
Many life-long partnerships begin at university, but this is another danger zone for weight...
Soy is often reported to have both beneficial and harmful effects. So is it safe or not?
The humble soy bean, virtually unknown to the western world for thousands of years, soared to stardom...
HFG senior nutritionist Rose Carr answers your questions about candida.
Q: I’ve been told I have candida. What does that mean, and can it cause all the symptoms they say?
A: Candidiasis,...
Advice for new mums who find themselves with changed eating habits.
Life's pretty busy when you have babies and young children. This can mean you fall into new eating habits without even...