Diet

As you get set for Christmas day, it’s time to look at the health benefits of cranberries. Think of the berry as more than just something you turn into a sauce. What are cranberries? A native of North America, these bright red berries have long been enjoyed by American Indians, accustomed to eating them fresh […]

The news seems to be getting better and better about Omega 3. Not only are they a confirmed heart health friend, they’re also being widely studied for their benefits on mental well-being, arthritis management and behaviour problems in children. But there’s also exciting news in the area of exercise, especially for anyone who wants to […]

A toned and taut Kirstie Alley reveals how you too can look amazing in a cossie. Kirstie worked hard to get into shape for her bikini debut on Oprah. She went hiking every morning for an hour, then tried for an afternoon workout of weights, circuit training, pilates or yoga. She also followed a 5000kJ-a-day […]

Spill your diet secrets!** Do you have a secret diet shame? Maybe you have a slimming secret that actually works? Whatever your diet confession is, you can share it here and read the diet tales of other readers.

Spill your diet secrets!** Do you have a secret diet shame? Maybe you have a slimming secret that actually works? Whatever your diet confession is, you can share it here and read the diet tales of other readers. Chat to other slimmers here Small changes When my doctor told me my cholesterol level was in […]

Here, Woman's Day reader and mum-of-three Wendy, 47, shares her incredible weightloss transformation.

Looking for a great summer workout? Here’s how the stars keep their famous figures ready for the red carpet.

Although commonly thought of as a grain, buckwheat actually comes from a herb plant. Buckwheat, which are triangular seeds produced by the herb plant, have a distinctive nutty flavour and can be cooked and served in a similar way to rice or also milled to make buckwheat flour. Nutrition know-how Despite its name, buckwheat is […]

Spill your diet secrets!** Chat to other slimmers here Water: drink yourself to thin Whenever I have a craving for something I am not supposed to eat while I’m dieting, I drink two glasses of water instead. The craving disappears magically! — Saima

Spill your diet secrets!** Chat to other slimmers here Slow but sure I am a 20-year-old athlete. I had a terrible injury that had me off training for about 12 months. At the start I was really careful with my food choices — obviously I couldn’t eat as much as I did when I was […]