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How do you choose the best fats and oils to cook with? From olive oil to canola oil, we explain everything you need to know about the best fats and oils for your heart.

There's something quietly powerful about coming home to a wagging tail or a purring cat after a long day. For many of us, a pet is simply whānau. But research shows that the bond we share with our animals may go beyond the warm fuzzies – it could also help our hearts too.

February is the perfect time to reset your lunch habits. We’ve got a host of healthy lunchbox ideas for pre-school, school or work. These tips are simple, easy to follow and kind on your heart and your wallet.

Gardening is a great way to improve your heart health and your mental wellbeing. From growing a few plants in pots on your windowsill or balcony to something more sizeable, there will be positive benefits for both your heart and mind.

A healthy lifestyle is all about building habits that become part of your everyday routine. A single meal or workout won’t make a difference – but a consistent approach will. Follow our tips to help you prioritise your health for the year ahead.

With warmer weather and longer evenings, BBQs are back! It’s time for fresh, exciting salads, outdoor dining and catching up with friends and family. We share our top tips for great tasting, heart-healthy barbecuing this summer.

Sleep isn’t always easy, but it’s important for looking after your heart and overall wellbeing. Even small improvements in your sleep can make a difference. Find out how sleep supports your heart, the impact of disrupted sleep and explore tips to improve sleep.

Our Christmas menu is full of vibrant colours, fresh flavours, and heart-healthy goodness. This light, elegant spread focuses on omega-3-rich salmon, seasonal vegetables, and refreshing, reduced-sugar drinks, perfect for a sunny Christmas celebration.

The festive season is an exciting time of seeing friends and family, socialising and celebration. However, it can also be stressful, and healthy habits can go out the window. We've put together our top tips to keep you healthy during the festive season.

Whether it’s a sprinkling of parmesan on pasta, Edam melted in a toasted sandwich, or camembert on crackers, cheese adds flavour and is a great addition to many of our favourite meals or snacks.

Halloween doesn’t have to mean sugar overload. We’ve got Halloween games and snacks that are frighteningly good for a party and top tips for a healthier approach to trick-or-treating.

For decades, the goal of taking 10,000 steps a day has been widely promoted as a simple way to boost heart health and overall wellbeing. But is this still the magic number or are 7,000 steps enough? Find out what the latest research recommends.