What you need to do to drop your High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
“Due to the adverse consequence Hypertension (High Blood Pressure) can have on your life, Specialist Physician Dr Mohamed Khan shares valuable insight into dropping your blood pressure.”
The destructive power of processed and fast food and its main ingredient salt
“The Heart and Stroke Foundation (HSF) of South Africa declares that the average South African eats roughly 6 to 11 grams of salt per day, exceeding the recommended daily limit.”
Want to improve your fertility, these exercises can help you
“While stopping smoking and alcohol is a given, people often overlook the significance of exercise when pregnant.”
Falling pregnant, obvious dos and don’ts
“While exercise and a healthy diet are always beneficial, it becomes imperative to prepare yourself for nine months of pregnancy.”
What happens to your body when you give up drinking alcohol?
Whether it is an ice-cold beer or a well-aged whiskey, many enjoy the timeless tradition of relaxing with a drink after a long day. However, when one or two drinks transforms into a daily custom, many problems arise, leaving only one choice—booting the habit. According to a Los Angeles-based physician, Damon Raskin, MD, who is […]
Cycling versus running, Dr Bianca Cooper gives the rundown
The positive influence which fitness holds over both our mental and physical health is undeniable. Moreover, as we learned during the lockdown’s restriction, we do not always require sporting equipment or a gym membership to achieve our goals. In actual fact, a good serving of effort coupled with some sound guidance will yield extraordinary results. […]
Healthy holidays, what you need to know before drinking and soaking up the summer sun
As the beaches and outdoor resorts attract South Africans throughout the summer months, seeing people soaking up the sunshine, CANSA emphasises it is pivotal that people are aware of the necessary steps to take when outdoors. The organisation explains that sunburn can occur within 15 minutes. While sunburn is highly uncomfortable, CANSA points out the […]