Sleep is vital for both looking and feeling good. In fact, the benefits of sleep include disease prevention too. It is recommended that we should be getting between 7 and 9 hours of sleep each night to enjoy the full range of benefits of sleep. A good night’s rest is beneficial for: 1. Heart […]
Men grow their moustaches in the spirit of Movember in an effort to change the face of men’s health. Part one of our Movember series focussed on prostate cancer. Part two focusses on the stigma that surrounds men’s mental health, especially suicide. The stigma surrounding men’s mental health South Africa ranks 8th highest in the world when it comes to male suicide […]
The month of November is dedicated to changing the face of men’s health. Men grow their moustaches in the spirit of Movember to raise awareness about a variety of health issues concerning men. Part one of our Movember series focuses on Prostate Cancer. Prostate Cancer (The causes, risks, symptoms, and prevention). The prostate is a walnut-sized gland that sits just […]
A good night’s sleep is highly beneficial and essential for good health. It is, therefore, essential to address the issues that prevent you from getting the sleep you need. Part one of our Common Sleep Problems series considered the influence of bodily aches and technology on sleep. The second part of our series provides some practical advice to fix common sleep problems. […]
A good night’s sleep is essential for good health. You can read about the many benefits of sleep here. However, there are also many problems associated with sleep that can affect the quality of your shut-eye. Part one of our Common Sleep Problems series considers the influence of bodily aches and technology on sleep. Shoulder pain If […]
What is anxiety? Anxiety is a mental health disorder that is characterised by feelings of excessive worry, fear, or anxiety that cause disruptions in your daily life. Anxiety can manifest in various forms and symptoms, making it vital to learn about the many faces of anxiety. The symptoms commonly associated with anxiety: Persistent worrying or anxiety […]
The second part of our blog series, The Healthiest Oils for Cooking, focussed on canola, flax, palm, seed and vegetable oil. If you missed it, click here: The Healthiest Oils for Cooking [Part 2 of 3]. The last blog focusses on avocado, peanut and nut, olive and coconut oil. It also provides tips for storing and preserving cooking […]
The first part of our blog series, The Healthiest Oils for Cooking, focussed on fish oil, butter and animal fats. If you missed it, click here: The Healthiest Oils for Cooking [Part 1 of 3]. The second blog focusses on canola, flax, palm, seed and vegetable oil. Canola oil: The fatty acids in canola oil are […]
Have you ever wondered which oils are the healthiest for cooking? This 3-part blog series sheds light on the ongoing feud about the healthiest oils for cooking and highlights some of the most important things to keep in mind when using oil. The first blog of the series looks into the use of fish oil, butter […]
The battle of choosing between raw or cooked vegetables produced no clear winner yet. People continue to dispute which is better, although there is still no easy answer when it comes to consuming raw or cooked vegetables. There is also no simple answer when it comes to preparing vegetables to maximise their nutritional content. Indeed, some […]
We all know what dehydration is; it’s when the body doesn’t get enough water. Water in our bodies is being lost all the time through normal bodily functions and processes such as breathing, sweating, and elimination. When our daily water intake is insufficient to replace that loss dehydration starts to set in and can usually […]
Our last article discussed some tips on how to make your holiday safer, but something else that we don’t often consider very seriously is the dangers and discomforts associated with overindulgence during the festive season. Let’s face it, Christmas and New Year are a time to celebrate, relax, and have fun. And that usually means […]
Medical waste is a type of waste that is generated by healthcare facilities such as dentist offices, hospitals, veterinary clinics, medical research labs and facilities, as well as blood banks. Medical waste is divided into the following four categories: Infectious waste – Waste that has the potential to be infectious to humans, namely: blood, skin, […]
The raw food diet is one that has gained substantial growth over recent years – it is currently the 9th most popular diet globally! With conditions like obesity, diabetes, and cancer on the rise more people are starting to look for alternative and healthier ways to live. Processed foods are so common that most people tend […]
The battle between choosing junk foods and raw foods is one that will probably go on forever. New franchises are popping up all over the globe, seemingly overnight, with most people not even noticing the construction taking place. The fast food industry is growing at a rate of 2.5% per year. South Africa’s fast food […]
Two terms that get confused all the time is Heart Attack and Cardiac Arrest. They are used interchangeably in news reports, television shows, other media sources, and general conversation. But the truth is that these two terms describe two very different conditions altogether. A Heart Attack, also known as a Myocardial Infarction, happens when […]
In general people do not believe that they will fall victim to any type of injury. The saying remains: it will never happen to me… to the detriment of countless victims or care takers who were uninformed about what to do when they or a loved one should suffer such a calamity. Education about how […]
Influenza, more commonly known as Flu, is that dreadful disease that we all potentially face every year. We fear it and the consequences it will have on our health, daily lives, and work environment. Because it is such an ever-present threat, there is more than a fair share of myths about Flu. So in this […]
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