In a series of reviews, international researchers say there are very few health benefits to cutting your consumption of red and […]
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Health Star Rating review – Expert Reaction
The first five year review of the Health Star Rating system has been completed, with a series of recommendations for […]
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Fibre lowers chronic diseases risk – Expert Reaction
An Otago-led systematic review published in The Lancet finds people with a diet high in fibre and whole grains have lower rates of […]
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Vitamin D supplementation – Expert Reaction
Vitamin D supplements have long been recommended as a preventative or treatment for osteoporosis, but a study led by a […]
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Report calls for mandatory folic acid fortification in bread – Expert reaction
A joint report commissioned by the Ministry of Health has found compelling evidence that the benefits of adding folic acid […]
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Sugar labelling options for food packaging – Expert Reaction
The Trans-Tasman body responsible for food regulation policy is asking for public feedback on possible labelling rules for sugars on packaged foods […]
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Health, environment impacts of meat consumption – Expert reaction
Lately, people have been up-in-arms about a meat-free burger, but is a plant-based diet the way to a healthier body […]
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Cochrane review on omega-3 fats – Expert Reaction
A Cochrane review, examining results from 79 randomised trials, has found strong evidence that taking long-chain omega-3 supplements such as fish oil […]
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Kiwi research leads to appetite-suppressing pill launch in NZ and USA – In the News
Years of study at Plant and Food Research has led to the development of an appetite-suppressing pill which has just […]
Continue readingOlder men need more protein to maintain muscles – Expert Reaction
New Zealand researchers say older men need more than the recommended daily intake of protein in order to maintain muscle […]
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