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Waist to height ratio better than BMI

Our waists should be less than half the length of our height, according to a UK expert who believes waist-to-height ratio should replace the standard body mass index (BMI) for judging health and risk of disease.

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Woman gains weight for fat fetishists

While most 23-year-olds strive to be thin, Tammy Jung is feeding herself $100 worth of junk food a day in an attempt to reach 190kg

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Some mums set babies up for obesity

Children born to women who eat junk food need to eat increasing amounts of fat and sugar to stimulate a good feeling, Adelaide research shows.

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Arthritis linked to female smokers

Compared with never-smokers, women who puff between one and seven cigarettes a day have a 2.31-fold higher chance of developing arthritis, research shows.

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Twitter may prevent heart disease: study

A new study by Australian experts suggests Twitter may help prevent heart disease.

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FOMO leads to bad health habits

Think that cake will disappear if you don’t eat it right now? Research suggests you’re not alone as one in three Kiwis fear missing out on their favourite...

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Bans on trans fats reduce diseases

A new study shows outlawing the use of trans fats in food production is a good way to reduce the incidence of strokes, heart disease and diabetes.

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Teenagers on fast-track to heart disease

High fat, salt and sugar diets are putting 80 percent of US teenagers at risk of heart disease, according to an American Heart Association study.

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US judge blocks New York ban on giant sodas

New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg's ban on giant soft drinks has been blocked by a judge just hours before it was due to come into effect.

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Volunteering good for the heart: study

Volunteer work has long been touted as good for the soul, but the practice is also good for your heart: study.

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Potentially poisonous products in your home

Common plastics used in toys, computers and other household goods could be causing birth defects, fertility problems and cancer.

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Fries linked with prostate cancer

Eating chips, chicken or doughnuts more than once a week appears to increase a man's chance of prostate cancer by a third, according to US research.

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Prehistoric humans had little to no tooth decay

Prehistoric people had no cavities and their breath was "probably not bad", according to a professor who says modern food has killed our good bacteria.

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Oldies still having sex, study reveals

It might make the young cringe, but many old people are having sex, so much so that the incidence of sexually transmitted diseases is rising.

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Gaming as addictive as gambling: research

A psychology researcher has confirmed what many have long suspected - video games can be just as addictive as gambling.

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Why obese people don't lose weight

Scientists say drugs could be developed for obese people who diet and still find it hard to lose weight, now that they've discovered why this happens.

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Ten minute walk halves risk of heart attack

You don't have to slog it out at the gym for hours on end to boost your heart health –– just 10 minutes' walking a day will cut your risk of heart disease by...

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Mental health link to lifestyle: study

Poor mental health leads to bad lifestyle behaviour in socially disadvantaged people - not the other way round, a study suggests.

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Health checks you need

Worried about your health or want to know when to get a check-up? We've compiled a list of health checks for you to consult before your next appointment.

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