New Zealand has some fine science and environment reporters reporting for print, television and radio. Based all over the country, […]
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NZ Herald/NZPA: Jandals as dangerous as heels, say experts
The New Zealand Chiropractors’ Association (NZCA) says that a US study has shown that jandals are as bad as high […]
Continue readingDom Post: Mum might be wrong about good-for-you tucker
Kiran Chug of the Dominion Post reports that a one-size-fits-all approach to nutrition could soon become far more personal, thanks […]
Continue readingNutrigenomics – how do our genes affect our nutrition?
What sorts of foods should you — personally — eat to be healthiest? Nutrigenomics studies the interaction between our genes […]
Continue readingTVNZ/One News: Survey reveals Kiwis’ poor dental habits
An international survey has shown that New Zealanders have poor dental habits. The results show that the vast majority do […]
Continue readingNZ Herald: Millions wasting their time trying to get fit, says study
Research published in the Journal of Applied Physiology suggests that the benefits of aerobic exercise are not universal, and that […]
Continue readingResearch calls for substantial reduction in salt intake
A new study published in the New England Journal of Medicine this month has prompted calls in Europe for EU-wide […]
Continue readingRadio NZ: Sitting for long periods found to be unhealthy
Sitting for long periods could be harmful to the health, even for people who regularly engage in exercise. The study, […]
Continue readingHealthy eating in our schools – are we doing enough?
Nearly a year ago, Education Minster Anne Tolley announced the scrapping of a mandate for healthy foods in schools: “As […]
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Cold houses and impact on health
We spend more than 90% of our time indoors, and for that reason, the indoor environment and its effect on […]
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