Your Body

Typical smartphone users spend hours each day holding their phones, from the minute they get up in the morning to the moment they go to bed, with little off-screen time in-between. Did you know that prolonged smartphone use can cause a lot of pain in your wrist over time? If “no” is your answer, we…

It is essential to understand that a great physique will make you feel healthier and happier. It’s also important to know exercise’s many physical benefits, such as improved mood, more energy, better sleep and a lower chance of developing certain diseases. But it’s not all about the physical benefits. Did you know that research indicates…

When you feel tired or run down, your performance can suffer, and you can easily be distracted. You might already know the importance of getting enough sleep, but do you know what else you can do to stay energised? Here are five tips to help boost your energy naturally: Drink enough water Dehydration contributes to…

An optimistic frame of mind encompasses much more than just wearing a smile all the time. Even in the midst of complete turmoil, it is important to keep a positive mindset. According to popular belief, your thoughts have the same effect on your body as your nutrition does. When you feed your mind with good…

You were always told to eat your veggies, but do you know why? Plants contain natural chemicals known as phytonutrients that can help you maintain optimal health. What are phytonutrients? Phyto, meaning plant, produces natural chemicals to protect itself from insects and the sun. These chemicals are responsible for the colour we see in fruit…

Having an ice bath, cold shower or swimming in icy waters is the trendiest thing you can do for health benefits in 2021. Cold-water immersion has been prescribed by physicians for centuries to ease various concerns from muscle soreness to reducing fatigue. But will this work for you? There’s no harm in looking into it.…

The secret’s out. Size really matters when it comes to athletic performance. Have you ever noticed that most horse jockeys are short while the majority of basketball players are tall, and gymnasts are lightweight while wrestlers are heavy? This is no coincidence since one’s body type can greatly impact sporting ability.  What is body composition?…

Did you know that in South Africa, 1 in 3 women and 1 in 5 men may develop osteoporosis in their lifetime? According to the National Osteoporosis Foundation of South Africa, this disease which causes bone density to reduce, weaken and fracture the internal framework of the body, can begin as early as age 25…

The use of adaptogenic herbs has become a global trend, now being served in everything from supplements to lattes. They are said to have powerful healing properties with benefits that reduce stress, improve mental clarity, boost the immune system and detoxes the body, but is this just an effective marketing gimmick, or do adaptogens really…

Nowadays the health community talks about all sorts of minerals, vitamins and supplements that will help you stay strong and healthy while maintaining your body’s optimum function. Collagen is one of the trending topics, but apart from knowing that we need it to keep our skin looking bouncy and younger, what are the true benefits…

[Guest blog by Lisa Raleigh, SA’s leading health and wellness expert] With the world of nutrition constantly changing, and a host of new diet trends promising everything from anti-ageing to instant weight-loss – it’s no wonder we’re overwhelmed and confused as to which eating plan is best to follow long-term. The truth is, every person…

High stress levels, processed food and high-sugar diets have often been associated with unwanted weight gain and skin problems, but recent studies have shown how these habits can also affect our gut health. Perhaps you have been struggling with unwanted weight changes skin irritation or even your mental health and you feel like have tried…