Health, Fitness, Beauty & Fashion

Modernization has led to changes in many industries, and one of them is healthcare. Apart from technological changes, we can now observe changes in the role of different professions in every sector evolving due to modern demand and needs. Among these professions is the highly notable profession of nursing in …

Humans create nice houses to live in. These offer protection against the elements, a place to unwind and feel secure, and even somewhere to eat, drink, and wash. They are generally seen as an essential part of society, giving you the security and comfort of somewhere to call your own. …

COVID-19 has impacted infected people in different ways.  Some have been asymptomatic; many have had mild cases; some have had to be hospitalised but didn’t need ventilation and others have endured long stays in ICU.  There are those who have recovered quickly, but a number of people are suffering from …

Our bodies have more of a chance of managing the difficulties that life throws at them if they are well nourished. Indeed, good nutrition is one of the few things under our control when we need renewed vigour. Tip: Exhaustion can be an early warning that the body is not …

Columbia Sportswear is celebrating its revolutionary Omni-Heat technology, brought to life in its new “Warm Smarter” campaign.  Throughout Columbia’s 83-year history, the company has been focused on providing innovative technologies to help keep people warm and comfortable as the weather turns colder.  Since their debut, the tiny reflective Omni-Heat dots …

With up to 80% of the human immune system housed in the digestive tract, taking care of your gut is an essential part of staying healthy this winter. As temperatures drop and flu-season approaches, those looking to give their immune system a natural pick-me-up, can opt for fermented foods and …

Here’s a winter health fact. Our bodies need Vitamin D for many important processes including supporting the immune system, bone and muscle building, and to promote better sleep and mood.  We can even produce enough vitamin D ourselves. That’s if we bare our arms, legs, back, chests or faces to …

There’s little doubt that our pandemic experience over the past year, has increased our focus on our family’s health and well-being.  The trend towards ‘functional foods’, those with benefits beyond simple nutrition, has been accelerated and is likely to carry through into our post-Covid lifestyles. In this quest for healthier …

An estimated 3 out of 10 girls in South Africa miss school because of menstruation each month, reports UNICEF. With Menstrual Hygiene Day coming up,  Procter & Gamble South Africa and Always have ramped up their Always Keeping Girls In School Initiative (AKGIS) to provide education and product to ensure that periods …

Hospice care is an option for individuals whom physicians believe to have a life expectancy fewer than six months. Generally, at this point, active treatment which is aimed at recovery comes to a standstill, and this is where the different hospice care services provided are considered. Hospice care emphasizes on …

Having my first mammogram is something that I have been putting off for a while even though I know how important it is. Three of my aunts (two biological and one by marriage) have had breast cancer and successfully beaten it. The last case of breast cancer was the aunt …

Just when you thought you knew all the terminology around a healthy vagina, another weird and wonderful V-term hits the headlines!  There’s no doubt the vagina is a fantastic organ that functions as far more than just reproductive machinery. If you want to keep your vagina healthy, it helps to …

A Pedialyte alternative seems to be a must in every home. Thus, we did a lot of digging to help you determine whether you should choose a Pedialyte substitute. If so, which one should you choose. It’s a terrible feeling to see your kid or to be ill and uncomfortable. …

The COVID-19 pandemic has amplified the focus on immune-boosting foods, resulting in consumers making healthier lifestyle and food choices. With winter around the corner, now is the time to consider whether your daily food intake is providing the full health benefits you require. Functional foods, for example, are a critical …

Having a beautiful smile can go a long way in boosting your self-confidence and the way you view yourself. Having discolored teeth can hinder your confidence and interfere with other areas of your life. Thankfully, there is a solution for the problem. Today, we are sharing 5 amazing benefits of …

As many South Africans prepare for Mother’s Day celebrations this coming weekend, one of the country’s leading corporate wellness experts takes a serious look at what working mothers and women in general have sacrificed this past year.  “During lockdown, women’s responsibilities as primary caretakers in the home increased over and …

Forget skinny jeans, fitted t-shirts, bodycon dresses and sky-high heels. According to Gen Z’s, these days, it’s all about soft fabrics, oversized outfits and comfortable, unisex clothing. This younger generation of trendsetters, eco-warriors, digital natives and progressive, shrewd consumers, born between 1995 and 2015, is all about exploring life in …

Winter is a dangerous time to drive for a number of reasons. There’s the obvious hazard of snow and ice which can make roads slippery and unsafe, but did you know that even the sunlight in winter can affect your safety? It’s true. There are 4 main risks related to …

In the society that we live in, a lot of stigmas are attached to rehabs. Some people frown when they hear someone went to or came back from a rehabilitation center. There is a lot of judgment that gets passed. However, it is nothing but our misfortune to be living …