There’s no taste and no texture that is more synonymous with the South African summertime than the season’s first juicy and delicious peaches. The sweet arrival of sun-ripened stone fruit reminds us of the bright, warm days ahead as the working year finally starts to wind down. It’s time to get back to the outdoor […]
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What’s all the fuss about October in South Africa? Everyone is run off their feet, sweating the small stuff, breathing heavily, jumping hula hoops. Somehow October seems to be the ‘red flag’ of months, where stress indicators fly off the charts as we beat our deadline drums and rush around the clock in a frazzled
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Eskort, South Africa’s leading antibiotic-free pork producer, is 107 years old – and to celebrate its birthday, Eskort has come up with 107 reasons it’s a brand you can trust: We started in 1917 in the small KwaZulu-Natal town of Estcourt – and we’re still there. For our 107th birthday, we made 107 pork sausage
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FUTURELIFE® is putting the fun back into breakfast with the launch of its latest addition to the FUTURELIFE® Kids Cereal range: Rice Pops. This delicious, crunchy rice cereal is made from 93% rice, contains no artificial colourants or flavouring, and has less than half a teaspoon of sugar per serving – making it a healthy
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Parents are always on the lookout for healthier snack options for their children, and I Love Uju’s Honey Gummies are designed to provide a delicious alternative for kids’ lunchboxes. Made from natural ingredients and packed with the goodness of pure honey, Uju Honey Gummies are the perfect snack to keep children energised and satisfied throughout
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We make choices every day about what we eat, and this may seem nothing more than mundane routine and habits when we have so much else we need to think about and get done in life. However, sometimes, we just really need to stop and think about the profound impacts of what we eat. Our
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Excess sugar consumption is a global problem. While the recommended daily average for added sugars – table sugar, honey or syrup – should be 30 grams, South Africans are consuming up to 100 grams (or 24 teaspoons) a day. Beyond the threat to physical health, sugar has a lasting impact on mental health as well.
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It’s essential to recognise the profound impact our health decisions can have on future generations. Our actions will determine whether we can stem the tide of heart disease in South Africa, where heart disease, stroke and hypertension (high blood pressure) remain prevalent. According to The Heart and Stroke Foundation South Africa (HSFSA), 215 people die
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Every day, 225 South Africans die from heart diseases, according to The Heart and Stroke Foundation South Africa (HSFSA). With growing rates of hypertension, diabetes and obesity, heart failure has become a significant public health challenge. Small changes in diet and lifestyle can significantly reduce the risk of heart disease. One powerful step is incorporating
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With summer around the corner, everyone’s looking for quick ways to shed those extra kilos. While we often focus on food, it’s important not to overlook the impact of what we drink. Beverages like sugary soft drinks, juices and cocktails can sneak in extra kilojoules, making weight management difficult. Unlike solid food, liquid calories don’t
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