Health

Are free radicals sabotaging your health?

Published on November 29, 2016

Perhaps you’ve heard about free radicals and antioxidants before, but are unsure as to what they are, what they do and why you should take note. We’ve decided to do a little digging and find out exactly what you should know to stay healthy, happy and functioning at your best.

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With 2 days left of diabetes month, it’s not too late to educate yourself

Published on November 29, 2016

Millions of people around the world are living with diabetes and the statistics only seem to be increasing. Many of these include children under the age of 14, the number of adults diagnosed as insulin resistant are estimated to have reached an astonishing 318 million. Let your knowledge of a better lifestyle and dietary choices help you and your loved...

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Why an apple a day will keep the doctor away!

Published on November 26, 2016

The sweetness and crunch of the ever-popular apple makes for a refreshing bite, but beside from it being a lovely snack, it’s also good to munch on for its many health benefits. Read on, to discover the wonders of the apple as well as our favourite fruity recipes!

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Detoxing: Fact or fiction?

Published on November 23, 2016

Detoxing is one of those buzzwords that people love throwing around, usually in conjunction with words like ‘weight-loss’ and ‘drop a dress size’. But if you forget about these huge claims for a minute, is there any value in doing a detox? The goal is to rid the body of toxic substances, clean out and reset the digestive system –...

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2017 health trends forecast: Here’s what you need to know

Published on November 18, 2016

And just like that, another year has come to pass. 2016 has been... interesting. It was the year of of the smoothie bowl, the olympics, freakshakes, the death of David Bowie and the rise of Donald Trump. As always, we’re looking ahead! Here are our predictions for the big health food trends for 2017

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5 tips to party it up this season without losing your healthy eating habits

Published on November 16, 2016

It’s the end of the year and inevitably our calenders are filling up with end-year celebrations and social gatherings. While this season’s fun-filled nights with their tasty snacks and complementary booze sound promising, it also makes keeping up healthy habits a whole lot harder. Here are our top tips to enjoy the party without giving up on your health the...

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Season’s (indulgent) greeting’s

Published on November 14, 2016

‘Tis the season of boozy office parties, end-of-year celebrations, lavish Christmas meals, and many a bottle of Champagne. Family, friends and the promise of presents, are all reason to be jolly, but overindulging in festive treats might leave you ringing in the new year with just a few more kilos than you’d like. With clever planning, and a few of...

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How to build the ultimate balanced plate

Published on November 12, 2016

Sometimes, amidst the daily rush of school, work and kids, putting together a wholesome, balanced plate of food can be a real battle. But with a few of our simple tricks and a basic meal plan, you’ll be cooking healthy and wholesome dishes in a flash!

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Movember: How healthy eating can help prevent prostate cancer

Published on November 11, 2016

It’s the month of Movember, and despite some of our countrymen’s ridiculous attempts at growing a moustache, the cause behind this hairy communal effort, is one of great importance. We look into the specifics of prostate cancer and explore how a balanced diet might be the most effective way to promote men’s health.

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From home cooks to wellness gurus: Foodies are taking over the health scene

Published on November 9, 2016

From advocates for going gluten-free to limiting fruit intake to lower sugar consumption, the internet has never been as saturated with health and wellness advice as it is right now. But the question is: how credible is this information?

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