Often as individuals there are some things we don’t like about ourselves which could be our eyes, smile, nose, a flabby stomach and the list goes on. However, most people accept these flaws and move on with their lives, but there are certain individuals who suffer from body dysmorphic disorder (BDD). These individuals become fixated […]
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The South African Government has issued a statement to bring awareness to the symptoms and importance of taking treatment for recovery when suffering from a stroke. According to the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) a stroke can occur when the blood supply to the brain is blocked or when a blood vessel to […]
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Though some research may show that time-restricted eating may lead to weight loss, improve heart health and lower blood sugar. Some studies may beg to differ from the notion that time-restricted eating may lead to weight loss. According to Healthline, Time-restricted eating, or time-restricted feeding as some may call it, refers to when eating is […]
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As we know, October marks the annual World Mental Health Awareness Month. We’re creating awareness around mental health, issues related to mental health, and advocating for mental health conditions. New mental health app Kena Health aims to make mental health support more affordable and accessible to all A theme has been set for the year’s awareness month […]
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That time of the month? I know, daunting right? No one really enjoys that time of the month because it comes with not only pain and discomfort but it comes with mood swings, tender breasts, food cravings, fatigue, irritability and even depression. According to Everyday Health, period pains can be so bad that doctors have […]
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Wellness! Quite a broad term if you think about it. Many people have the perception that wellness is one-dimensional and that it’s main focus is physical health. However, there are actually 7 very important spheres to wellness and we are here to break it down for you. What is Wellness? By definition, wellness is practicing […]
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Taking care of your mind is just as important as taking care of your physical health. Keeping your mind healthy can sometimes be difficult due to the issues we face on a daily basis. However, it is necessary to exercise our minds which provides relief to our mental health. Exercising your body comes with many […]
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Colds and flu are often only thought of as being seasonal illnesses which peak in the much colder months during winter, also known as the flu season. Although colds and flu are predominantly more progressive during winter, you are still able to contract colds and flu during summer. According to the Centers for Disease Control […]
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In a video posted by a Tik Tok user, they outline the benefits of taping your mouth before you go to bed. The Tik Tok user in question is also a Dr who goes by the name of Dr Chris Winter. According to Dr Chris, using this technique called mouth taping can help you sleep […]
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Pain is the top reason for visits to emergency departments and general practitioners. According to research, about one in five people suffer from chronic pain. When pain occurs, the first reaction is often to take a painkiller. But natural solutions also exist to help relieve pain. According to Citizen News, here are three ways to […]
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Going to the gym is often scary for most women compared to others. Whether it’s from fear of being looked at or judged, or of feeling stupid in front of others, there are all kinds of reasons that can intimidate some, would-be gym-goers. If we all are honest with ourselves, we can all agree that […]
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It’s still the month of October and it is well known as the mental health awareness month, which is dedicated to educating and raising awareness to the public about mental health and reducing the stigma and discrimination against those who suffer from mental health. We usually associate mental wellbeing with adults and forget that the […]
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