Wearing the wrong size sports bra is not only painful, it can also cause ligament damage, leading to drooping and stretch marks.

Research suggests women who have their ovaries removed have a greater chance of developing dementia.

Staying in and watching Netflix for hours could significantly increase the chances of a fatal blood clot, researchers in Japan have found

Sick of chasing fad diets? Here are some lesser-known tricks to help break through that weight loss plateau and keep you shedding kilos.

Is it true that morning sickness signals a boy? Or that you can't take medication to alleviate it? Here are 10 myths busted by facts from experts.

Louise Thompson asks: What's the best thing that could happen to you today?

The flavonoids in broccoli have been associated with a lower risk of type 2 diabetes and asthma.

After his father's death in 2004, Poi E star Maaka Pohatu often felt down, struggled to sleep and overanalysed the smallest of interactions.

You probably know what you shouldn't be eating. But are you aware of the foods you should be adding to your diet?

Is being constantly busy the best way of being efficient? Greg Bruce looks into taking time out.

Scientists believe they've found the most effective way to rid yourself of cold symptoms.

A cure for asthma is on the horizon after scientists discovered a genetic switch which prevents the condition.

A review of studies reveals the effects of alcohol, even for those partial to just the odd tipple.

Access to pornography has been supercharged by the internet. Psychotherapist Kyle MacDonald explains what constitutes a porn addiction.

Anti-tobacco campaigner has arrived in New Zealand to push the Government on introducing plain tobacco packaging.

No, not that one. The other one. The one that upsets us a whole lot more. The one that really brings us to our knees. Uh huh. You've got it - failure.

COMMENT: By portraying a narrow ideal and encouraging guilt and weight loss, the vast majority of fitspo images are little more than thinspo with six-pack.

My daughter was recently diagnosed with glandular fever. She is missing quite a bit of school and the thought of getting behind is

New research says there is more to weight loss than counting calories.

Giving up alcohol or smoking could soon be much easier - by using a brain implant which stops cravings.

Kayla Itsines is a fitness and social media star with a cult following. But there's something she really wants to change about her brand.

The debate over the right to die usually focuses on an individual's right to end his life. But there is another issue...

Stroke remains the third largest killer in New Zealand, after heart disease and cancer, with more than 2500 of the 9000 Kiwis who suffer one each year dying.

Tragedy prompted a mother of two to shift more than 57 kg, and she's created a time lapse video of her transformation.

The Ministry of Health has defended its stance on refusing to fund a Maori safe-sleeping device and has been backed by Minister Jonathan Coleman.

Treatment times for stroke victims remain well outside the recommended "golden hour" for reducing the risk of disability, a study has found.

There was a thigh gap and the bikini bridge. Now, there's a new body-shaming trend to make us feel bad about ourselves.

Lee-Anne Wann reveals five great food choices that can accelerate recovery and reduce sore muscles.

OPINION: In a social, extroverted and image occupied world introversion can often be judged as lacking, or seen as a deficiency. Kyle MacDonald explains the truth about the trait.

Brains start to shrink from a very young age in people who carry the Alzheimer's gene, researchers find.