Do you know your health numbers? Your blood pressure, stress levels or nutrition habits? Most of us can rattle off our bank balances or how many steps we’ve taken today, but ask about the metrics that really matter to our wellbeing – and we often draw a blank. And it’s not just a feeling. Research […]
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Over 70% of South Africans choose where to shop based on special offers. However, with half the population having fallen victim to scams of various kinds, vigilance is crucial. Fittingly, the theme for this year’s World Consumer Rights Day (15 March) is “Safe Products, Confident Consumers”. It’s a timely reminder that, while great deals are
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At 25, Kaitlin should be living independently. At 18, Lihle should be finishing school. Instead, both are fighting for their lives against aplastic anaemia (AA): a rare blood disease that leaves patients vulnerable to infections, uncontrolled bleeding and severe anaemia. A stem cell transplant gives approximately 80% of patients a real chance at recovery –
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Tea tree oil is one of the most versatile natural ingredients, valued across cosmetics, personal care, household cleaning and even pet products. Commercially used for more than a century, its origins go back much further to the Indigenous communities of Australia, who long recognised its medicinal and cosmetic value. What is tea tree oil?Tea tree
The iPhone 17e is now available for pre-order from iStore, South Africa’s only Apple Premium Partner – giving customers a more affordable way to experience iPhone. Customers can purchase the iPhone 17e from R14 599, or from only R7 099 when trading in their current iPhone through iStore’s trade-in programme. With market-leading trade-in offers, flexible
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Screen time has become one of the most pressing concerns for children’s brain development and mental health in the digital age. This article urges families to act decisively to protect children’s brain development, emotional wellbeing and essential human skills in an era dominated by social media, artificial intelligence and persuasive technology. It highlights two major
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When it comes to packing nutritious lunchboxes that kids will actually enjoy, the key is not to take away the fun of eating, but to recreate the textures and flavours they love using ingredients that truly fuel their bodies. Parents don’t want their child’s lunch to feel ‘boring’, and luckily there are plenty of ways
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A healthy lifestyle does not mean you have to play an organised sport or follow a gym routine. There are so many other ways that South Africans can embrace an active lifestyle – which is the most powerful choice you can make for your overall health. The combination of moving more, conscious eating and getting
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Observed each year on 3 March, World Birth Defects Day highlights the importance of prevention, early detection and quality care for babies born with congenital conditions. While not all birth defects can be prevented, steps taken before and during pregnancy including vaccination, supplementation and early clinical care can significantly lower certain risks and improve outcomes
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Starting solids is often painted as a neat, milestone-driven journey. In reality? It’s more of a winding road full of pauses, surprises and the occasional mess on the ceiling. Here’s what many parents aren’t always told about feeding babies and young children, and why that’s perfectly okay: 1. Smooth isn’t a stage you ‘outgrow’ overnight
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