The Health Hub

It seems like everyone is protein obsessed at the moment.  They're buying the special protein yoghurt, making cottage cheese breads and cakes, even protein ice cream.  It almost feels like just another one of those things that we think are really important for a little while, before we move onto the next thing.  Of course protein is important, but do we really need more than we'd ge...

Up here in Auckland we've been having some very, very hot and humid nights.  The kind of nights that make it impossible to get comfortable, where you just keep tossing and turning until you eventually give up and add an extra fan to your direction.  And it's only going to get worse as we head into summer - so how do we actually get a decent night's sleep when the weather's working agains...

The weather has been warming up recently and it might be time to get working on the summer bod before beach season - but are we too late in the game to get going?  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Doocey joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss what has changed in the space of mental health over recent years, and where more work is needed.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Injuries are one of those things that most of us only think about after it's too late.  There are many obvious and common causes for injuries, and often, all it takes to avoid these injuries is a bit of a stretch or more focus on your core strength.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer at some stage in their life, and it kills 600 men each year.  Whether you're approaching screening age, or just getting to that stage where you start taking your health more seriously, Tim Beveridge and Dr Bryan Betty discuss steps to take and changes to make to avoid serious health issues in the future.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/l...

It's no secret that as we get older, our metabolism slows down a bit, and staying in shape just gets harder to do - from keeping lean, maintaining muscle, and removing stubborn fat. Ricky Gervais had a tweet about how he's working out everyday now - playing tennis, lifting weights and running. His heart's good, and he trains at a good intensity - but he wonders why he's stil overweight and exhaust...

It's mental health awareness week from tomorrow, and you might ask what the hell has it to do with nutrition, but food has more to do with your mood than people realise.  The types of foods you consume can have a not only an impact on your physical health, but your mental health too.  What kind of foods make you feel better, inside and out? And what are those comfort foods you just can't...

The weight loss plateau that hits about a month into your health journey can be the hardest hurdle when trying to maintain motivation.  Former boxer and founder of Buttabean Motivation, David Letele, joins to discuss the problems people face when trying to get their health back.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The World Health Organisation estimates over a billion people between the ages of 12 and 35 are at high risk of hearing loss due to unsafe habits.  The key cause for the age group is simply listening to music for too long, and too loudly, in headphones or earbuds. Even a movie cinema is likely to have unsafe sound levels.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of the most challenging parts of being an adult is trying to figure out what you're going to eat, three times a day, every day, when you're often too busy to make anything more substantial than beans on toast.  Regardless, we continue the mental battle every single day, trying to figure out a way to whip up something relatively healthy before the next sport drop off.  LISTEN ABOVE Se...

We know we should be doing as much exercise as possible, but for most of us it's just not possibleto run for an hour a day and find time for weightlifting.  For those of us sitting at a desk for most of the day, and another good portion of it sitting in traffic, what is the bare minimum amount of movement we should be doing?  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati...

Society has become increasingly encouraging of people to check in on their mates, but what is the clear line between needing a catch up with a friend, and needing to speak with someone more qualified? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Biggest Loser ran for 18 seasons before ending in 2016, and it's now the subject of a major docu-series showing the behind the scenes moments from the show. A study following 14 contestants after their time on the show found all but one had regained the weight they had lost, and most surpassed the weight they were at the start of the show.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for pri...

Alcohol has been a problem in New Zealand for a while, and it may be time for a reality check.  A study out of the United States found only 54% of adults consume alcohol, the lowest ever recorded since tracking began in 1939.  A study in New Zealand found it to be 76.3% here - so where is the gap, and when will we finally do something about it?  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/liste...

We all want to see the next generation thrive - to do better than generations before.  But there are a whole host of barriers holding children back, stopping them from reaching their full potential, and creating cycles that continue through generations.  We always say children are our future, so why are we not doing more to support that future?  Sir Ashley Bloomfield joins Tim Bever...

Menopause is as normal and natural as any other life change - but the stigma around it hasn't gone away.  Convenor of the Aotearoa Menopause Forum, Dr Sola Freeman, joins Tim Beveridge for Health Hub.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hearing loss is one of those thing that just kind of sneaks up on you, and most people never think to get it checked until you reach a certain age.  Hearing loss affects 1 in every 5 kiwis, and it's projected to get far worse over the coming decades.  Dr Michel Neeff is a leading ENT surgeon and he joins Tim Beveridge on the Health Hub.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for...

Bone health is immeasurably important for our physical health, and the density of your bones have a whole lot to do with how frail you will be once you pass that 60 year mark.  Greg Pain is a sports biomechanist at bioSPORT and joins Tim Beveridge for Health Hub.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarcoma is deadliest cancer among children and young people, accounting for nearly one third of deaths among the 15-24 age group.  Despite this, research funding remains low compared to more common cancers, and feeds back into low survival rates. It's also reportedly misdiagnosed a third of the time, highlighting the urgent need for better early detection. What do we do if we feel like our do...

New research shows the "Atlantic diet" could be the secret to a longer and healthier life. There's also the mediterranean diet, and tuna-broccoli-chicken-rice meals. But sticking to these can be so boring on our palettes, and when you're busy with work and life - it's basically impossible to maintain!  So what foods are best for us, and how can we stay with the programme? Andrew Dickens is jo...

Reports say we need 2.5 hours of exercise a week, and 10-thousand steps a day. How can we find the time and motivation to stay fit? Is there a method to sticking to a workout-plan despite a busy schedule? Tim Beveridge is joined with Health and Mental Well-being Expert Kent Johns... LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bladder issues can impact people at any age, with a third of women over 35 affected by bladder leaks. Wrapping up World Continence Week, how can we help remove the stigma around incontinence? Tim Beveridge is joined with Pelvic Health Expert Caitlin Fris... LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We all know how harmful alcohol can be - especially in large amounts - but where are people drinking the most?  There were more calls this week to raise the price of alcohol in off-license businesses, as it's thought that people tend to lose control at home more than in a licensed business. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tim Beveridge is joined by Dr Libby Weaver to discuss nutrients and stress levels.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.