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Boost immunity to protect against virus – health expert 

Latest data shows that those with a compromised immune system, men, and the elderly are at greatest risk of…

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Stronger people have healthier brains, says science

The brain-boosting benefits of exercise and regular physical activity are well known and documented. However, much…

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Science suggests, heat up to cool down

Science reveals why drinking a cup of “hot” rooibos tea could be a healthier way to cool down…

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Make 2020 the year you resolve to no longer make New Year’s resolutions

At the beginning of the year everybody is extremely motivated and eager to change at least some aspect…

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Changes in routine could compromise your immunity over the holidays

The countdown to the end-of-year summer break has begun, but it’s also the season when many South Africans…

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Warning! Extreme dieting can affect your mental health

By Isilda Da Costa Have you ever been on a diet and not been able…

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Insulin resistance could be affecting your fertility

14 November is World Diabetes Day. With over 3.5 million South Africans suffering from diabetes and an estimated…

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Fight diabetes with a healthy diet & lifestyle

November is national Diabetes Month, which aims to draw attention to the disease, how it impacts people’s lives…

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Know your source when buying CBD products, cautions neurologist

There’s a lot of hype around CBD or cannabidiol, which means there’s also many unscrupulous providers trying to…

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Counting the cost of breast cancer

South Africa bears a heavy cancer burden. Research from the Global Burden of Disease shows that 115,000 South…