Health/Wellness

The search for the ‘perfect body’ can cause mental and physical harm

Severe risks to physical and mental health – including addiction, psychotic episodes, stomach ailments and eating disorders – are the dangerous side-effects of society’s obsession with the ‘perfect body’, leading to rising incidences of abuse of weight-loss drugs. South African healthcare professionals have raised the alarm on the long-term health impacts of misuse of weight-loss […]

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Men’s mental health, financial wellness and the burdens of debt and stress

Money is often a major source of stress – and for many men, financial worries can be particularly burdensome. According to Experian, men hold 20% more personal loan debt than women, alongside 16.3% more auto loan debt and 9.7% more mortgage debt. Rynhardt de Lange, director and head of Legal at MiLaw Legal, emphasises that

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Understanding prostate cancer and the power of early detection

Did you know that prostate cancer is the second most common cancer among men? Around 11% of men will face this diagnosis in their lifetime. But there’s hope: early detection is key. What puts you at risk? Screening saves lives Depending on your risk factors, screening could start as early as 40. Don’t wait –

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5 reasons rooibos can improve your gut health – and immunity – this winter

As the winter season approaches, immune systems can be compromised as cold and flu viruses abound. When looking for ways to boost immunity, the first thing that comes to mind for many is upping one’s intake of vitamins and minerals like vitamin C and zinc. However, the link between gut health and immunity is often

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Rediscover your smile: Natural and innovative tooth rejuvenation is here

Say goodbye to the worry and discomfort traditionally associated with dental procedures. In a remarkable leap forward, modern dentistry now embraces the latest digital technologies to restore teeth naturally, enhancing your smile beautifully. Based in Cape Town, Dr Sheryl Smithies, a renowned aesthetic dental surgeon, is pioneering these breakthrough techniques. “With digital tools, we can

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Conquer the atchoo! with these 5 natural remedies

Winter brings cosy nights by the fireplace, but it also ushers in a season of sniffles and coughs. Seeing your family battling a cold can be a constant worry. Fortunately, there are natural remedies you can explore to help soothe your family’s symptoms and ease their discomfort. Many parents report feeling overwhelmed when their child

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What everyone should know about animal bites

Dogs are not the only animal that can transmit rabies to humans, although this is the most common cause of human rabies. Livestock, cats, wildlife – especially mongooses and bats – are all potential carriers of the disease, and new concerns have been raised after a Cape fur seal tested positive for rabies. “KwaZulu-Natal, the

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Cool Stool – your daily good gut gift

Cool Stool™ is a fresh and much-needed addition to health and wellness aisles, bridging the gap between harsh laxatives and soluble and other (often unpalatable) fibre supplements. This delicious, 100% raw, high-fibre and super seed mix is a nutritionally diverse daily supplement that enhances natural bowel movements and improves gut health. Perfect for those dealing with

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