Wellington, March 12 NZPA - People more sensitive to tasting fat in their food are less likely to be overweight, a group of scientists, including a New Zealander, has discovered.

Price discounts are more effective than nutrition education in encouraging people to buy healthier foods, according to New Zealand research that is the first of its kind internationally.

Wellington, Feb 11 NZPA - An experienced surgeon who told a severely obese patient she was "going on a f***ing diet" has been reprimanded over his foul mouth and for removing the patient from a waiting list after she complained.

The Food & Grocery Council (FGC) congratulates Foodstuffs, Brandworld and FGC members on yesterday's prime time launch of "Eat Wise & Exercise", a national campaign designed to deliver good nutritional information to New Zealanders.

GENEVA - Almost 400 000 Americans are predicted to die of coronary heart disease in 2010, according to research published today in the international public health journal, the Bulletin of the World Health Organization.

Monday marks the start of New Zealand's annual celebration of two-wheeled transport - Bike Wise Month - and Kiwis of all ages are being encouraged to give cycling a go at one of hundreds of events taking place across the country throughout February.

Nearly a year ago, Education Minister Anne Tolley announced the scrapping of a mandate for healthy foods in schools, a move many health experts fear could have lasting negative implications for school children.

A new seed that's now becoming readily available to New Zealanders, promises to help address obesity concerns and provide a range of nutritional benefits that are currently lacking from the average Kiwi diet.

Sitting for long periods can be bad for your health, even if you exercise regularly.

You may be surprised to know you will reduce your cancer risk if you resolved to lessen your alcohol intake, avoid sunburn, maintain a healthy weight, get more exercise and quit smoking.