Finding flow in adventure recreation
New Zealand is widely regarded as one big adventure playground, and a new study by the University of Otago has shed new light on the importance of engaging with the adventure recreation opportunities.
In a...
At least a third of kids are vaping – principals
High-decile schools say at least a third of their students are trying vaping - and they want quick action to regulate it.
The Secondary Principals' Association and 36 individual principals of mainly high-decile schools have...
Scientific conference at EIT brings leading nutritionists together
The 2019 Nutrition Society of New Zealand Conference will be hosted by the Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT) this Thursday and Friday, 28th and 29th November, at the EIT. 130 delegates will be attending.
This...
Is social media really hurting your mental health?
We blame friends' posts about weddings, babies and holidays for driving "digital depression" - but is social media really that bad for mental health?
A new study that dug deep into how platforms like Facebook, Twitter...
Do you have ‘wine face?’ Tell-tale signs alcohol is ageing you
It's not just a ruddy snout and red cheeks that suggest someone might be overindulging in alcohol.
A UK facialist and nutritionist has revealed to the Daily Mail there are several tell-tale signs your wine...
Estimating calorie content not clear-cut for all
Lead author of the University of Otago study, Dr Mei Peng says inaccurate judgements about food energy and/or portion size can lead to overeating and subsequent weight problems.
“It is very important to understand how people make...
One community’s fight against fast food
It’s fast food central near Henderson Intermediate School. Located on Lincoln Road in West Auckland, the route to and from school for many students involves walking past an array of fast food outlets. Within...
Short bursts of exercise good for the brain
Short intensive bouts of exercise have similar beneficial effects on the brain as longer workouts, according to new research from the University of Auckland.
Dr David Moreau from the University’s School of Psychology carried out...
Opinion: Dr Tracy Chandler – Is it possible to have a healthy BBQ?
While BBQ season may seem a long way off, preparation is key to achieve a safe BBQ. It is also timely to bring up memories of warmer days with the recent cold snap. The...
Moodfood and mindfood
Jody Hopkinson looks at the foods that affect the way we think and feel.
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