Your Body
What your Body Needs to Know about Coffee
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At BODYTEC, we know you’re all about optimising your performance, making every minute count, and feeling your absolute best, inside and out. For many of us, that journey starts with the ritual of a warm cup of coffee. Whether it’s your pre-BODYTEC boost or a post-workout comfort, coffee culture is deeply woven into our daily…
Top 8 Sleep Science-Backed Habits
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We’ve teamed up with the experts at Sleep Science to bring you the latest, evidence-based advice on how to improve your sleep quality. We’re passionate about holistic wellness, and that includes getting a good night’s sleep. Sleep is fundamental to your physical, mental, and emotional well-being, playing a vital role in recovery and overall health.…
Intermittent Fasting: Hype vs. Reality
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Historically, fasting has been a natural part of the human experience. With the constant availability of food today, intermittent fasting has gained popularity as a weight loss strategy. This approach involves restricting calorie intake during specific periods, followed by unrestricted eating windows. Methods of Intermittent Fasting: Popular methods include: Alternate day fasting (i.e. fast every…
Is a full detox effective?
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As we step into the new year, our social media feeds are inevitably flooded with promises of miracle detox solutions and quick-fix cleansing programs. But before you invest in expensive juice cleanses or restrictive dieting plans, let’s take a moment to understand what detoxification means and how you can support your body’s natural processes without…
How exercise enhances cognitive function
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Regular physical exercise has long been touted for its numerous benefits on physical health, but its positive effects on cognitive function are equally remarkable. Studies have shown that engaging in regular exercise not only strengthens the body but also boosts brain health, enhancing memory, focus, and overall cognitive function. Improvement in Memory and Learning: Exercise…
The connection between physical health and skincare
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When it comes to achieving radiant skin, many people turn to skincare products and routines. While these external factors certainly play a role, the connection between physical health and skincare is often overlooked. Your skin is a reflection of your overall health, and making conscious choices to improve your physical well-being can have a significant…
Eating for your genes
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‘’Obesity runs in my family’’: a phrase commonly uttered by people who find it difficult to manage their weight. But can we use our genes as an excuse for the weight loss war? Our dietitians at Nutritional Solutions now understand how genes not only influence our eye colour, body shape and height but also how…
The connection between food and mood
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Hangry: a clever amalgam of hungry and angry invented to describe the feeling of being irritable and grumpy when severe hunger sets in. Hunger is a normal, physiological feeling we all experience. As anyone who has ever been hangry can attest, our food choices, both good and bad, can affect our mood drastically. This link…
What should you eat before and after a workout?
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According to experts at Nutritional Solutions when it comes to getting ready for a workout, it’s not just about having good gear like the right training sneakers or an expensive heart rate monitor. Fueling up on the right foods before and after your workout is just an important foundation for any good training program. The…
Foods that promote joint health and reduce inflammation
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What do chronic diseases like cancer, heart disease, diabetes, obesity, and mental health conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and depression all have in common? The answer is inflammation. If you have a condition that causes inflammation or is because of inflammation, then an anti-inflammatory diet may be for you. What is inflammation? According to the dieticians…
Navigating Menopause
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Perimenopause, also known as the menopausal transition, signals the onset of changes within your body. While it typically occurs in your 40s, don’t be surprised if you notice signs as early as your mid-30s. As your menstrual cycle becomes irregular and unpredictable, these shifts hint at the approaching menopausal milestone. Anticipating menopause might seem unconventional,…
Eating well for healthy ageing
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Prepare to embark on an enlightening journey into the world of healthy eating! Our dynamic partnership with Nutritional Solutions, a registered dietetic practice with a team of esteemed dieticians registered with both the Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA) and the Association for Dietetics in South Africa (ADSA). They have a national footprint, spreading…