The unexpected hunch. The tight neck twist. Body stiffness. Headaches. Spine curves. Lopsided walks through the carpark… For the most part, we’ve looked passed these ‘mild’ physical complaints in a school-goer’s life. In some ways, we’ve even normalised the proverbial school kid’s slouch as part of the regular school day. Our youth is growing into […]
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We all know how important water is for our health, but between the plastic bottles leaching out hormones and polluting the planet, and the chemicals added to tap water, how pure is the H2O you’re consuming? Water experts agree that tap water is lacking, and that pure spring water is much healthier, but very few
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If your baby shows discomfort, such as bringing up a large amount of milk, refusing to feed, arching or crying after or during feeds, it can be a sign of reflux. Reflux occurs when babies bring up milk during or shortly after feeding. This is a common and normal occurrence, often due to the ongoing
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In a game-changing development for healthcare, parents can start building a lifelong medical record for their children from birth, thanks to a partnership between personal digital health vault Ajuda and the National Metabolomics Platform (NMP), hosted at the Centre for Human Metabolomics at North-West University. The partnership will see a baby’s newborn screening results uploaded
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The fourth episode of the Healthy Living Alliance’s (HEALA) thought-provoking web series, Chew on This, is now available. Titled “Is the Sugar Industry Lying to Us?”, this episode critically examines the health promotion levy (HPL) on sugary beverages, introduced to reduce sugar consumption and improve public health. The panel of experts explores whether the sugar
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In a society where a woman’s hair is often her ‘crowning glory’, many cancer patients face a double burden: fighting for their lives while simultaneously grieving the loss of their hair and a core part of their identity. So, one medical expert is calling for greater attention to an often-overlooked aspect of cancer treatment and
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Did you know that an average of 10 people suffer a stroke in South Africa every hour, which is a shocking statistic. Even more alarming is the fact that the World Health Organization states 15 million people worldwide suffer a stroke annually. Unfortunately, strokes remain a major health concern and, at the heart of it,
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Have you ever had a ‘gut feeling’ about something? It turns out, our intuition may be more grounded in science than we thought. Ongoing research shows a fascinating connection between our digestive health and mental well-being. As a leader in functional nutrition, FUTURELIFE® highlights the role nutrition can play in promoting mental health. Sonal Ratan,
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Popular in Europe, the unique, beautifully crafted Relaxound Sound Boxes are now available in South Africa. Rechargeable and sustainably produced, these stylish accessories will liven up any space – from bathrooms to hallways to reception or living areas – bringing the soothing sounds of nature indoors. Triggered by a motion sensor, Relaxound Sound Boxes begin
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As schoolchildren and university students in South Africa write their year-end exams, it’s important for them (and their parents) to ensure they get quality sleep. By prioritising sleep, students are more likely to perform well academically and be able to manage stress during exams, as well as their physical and emotional well-being. A balancing act
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