The latest tool to help women achieve the perfect hour-glass figure is the waist trainer, made popular by Kim Kardashian. Deirdre Reynolds tests it out.

Obesity can cut life expectancy by up to eight years - and cost people up to 19 years of healthy living, according to new research.

Plating food has taken on a new meaning for some schoolchildren who are learning about healthier eating. A group of parents in Dublin have been promoting a ‘Portion Plate,’ which helps children learn about portion sizes and the components of a healthy, balanced meal.

A TOP Cork hotel has launched a new calorie counting menu for health conscious diners.