As we draw closer to the big day, everyone is preparing to consume exorbitant amounts of delicious food.

Allyson Gofton joins to discuss Christmas staples and the dishes that should stay off the table this year.

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This week on the Health Hub, Dr Alex Bartle talked about the factors that can disrupt sleep over the Christmas season - and how to move past them to get a good night's rest.

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Running has got to be the most natural form of exercise... so why is it so easy to get injured while you do it?

Granted, if you're not an avid runner, it can take some time for your body to get used to that kind of movement - but what about your feet?

We're all more likely to maintain a consistent exercise routine if we enjoy what we're doing, but your running shoes may be holding you back.

Sports biomechanist Greg Pain joins with more.

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Home workouts, gym, or a personal trainer - which is more effective?

Alex Flint is a personal trainer at Body Torque joins with the answer.

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Far too often patients will find themselves directing their GP on what tests they need done when everything continues coming back normal.

Dr John Cameron joins to discuss how you can advocate for yourself in the doctor's office, and when it's time to seek a second opinion.

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A recent study by Age Concern found that 59% of Kiwis over the age of 65 had recently felt lonely or socially isolated.

The CEO, Kevin Lamb, has said the health burden of loneliness is just as damaging as many chronic medical conditions.

But how can we catch it before it begins to spiral, and is there a way to avoid loneliness?

Psychotherapist Kyle MacDonald joins The Weekend Collective.

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As we enter the final stretch of the year, many people over-commit to different Christmas parties and productions.

Health and well-being coach Kent Johns joins Tim Beveridge to discuss how to maintain your self-care over the busy festive season.

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As runners start their recovery routines following the Auckland Marathon this morning, sports biomechanist Greg Pain joins to explain the right and wrong way to recover.

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