An international survey has shown that New Zealanders have poor dental habits. The results show that the vast majority do […]
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NZ 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 […]
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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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We spend more than 90% of our time indoors, and for that reason, the indoor environment and its effect on […]
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