Live your best life with our health and wellness tips, news and advice. Whether you’re starting a diet, want to learn how to exercise or want to find out more about an illness or disease, we’ve got expert advice.
I’m pretty sure nobody would want to admit to drooling in their sleep because it is both embarrassing and gross, but hey! it happens to the best of us and it is important to know why it happens. The Sleep Foundation states that drooling during sleep is normal due to varying saliva production, which helps […]
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I don’t have to preach about the importance of our physical well-being. Moving your body is a blessing, but when the little aches and pains creep up, we realise we may have taken movement for granted. After throwing my back out of alignment – sharp, stringing and burning sensations made a home in my lower […]
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As the rare and unexpected snowstorm recently blanketed parts of KwaZulu Natal in the middle of spring, it left many in despair as they have been stuck in places far away from home, waiting to be rescued. While the scenery of snow-dusted landscapes may seem enchanting, they come with a hidden danger which is hypothermia. […]
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Dentists strongly recommend flossing for many reasons. First and foremost, it is more effective, which is what sets toothpicks and flossing apart. Are you guilty of using toothpicks as opposed to flossing? Here’s why using toothpicks is not the best option for maintaining the health of your smile: According to the Mayo Clinic, “Cleaning between your teeth […]
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You know how it’s always advised to replace unhealthy foods with more nutritious ones? You could do the same with your favourite but not-so-healthy juice or drink. Replace it with what, you may ask – with pickle juice! According to WebMD, pickle juice has been found to have potential health benefits, including muscle cramp relief, […]
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Lentils are tiny but are packed with nutrients that offer numerous health advantages. They are a versatile addition to your meal, with great health benefits that can improve your diet in a tasty way and are used in many different types of cuisines. Here are the health benefits of eating lentils that you should know […]
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We can all agree that for most women, the fear of giving birth is a real thing, specifically the fear of the pain that comes with the birthing process. Now, imagine there’s an option for moms to give birth while hypnotised, you are deeply relaxed to experience any severe pain. Medical News Today explains that […]
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The use of wearables equals convenience and efficiency for active individuals, being able to keep track of their progress gives them the assurance that there is a difference being done and that motivates them to keep going. However, that is not all there is to it. Psychology Today states that wearable technologies, such as fitness […]
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We should really listen to how our body responds to everything. For instance, there are different ways that women know that they will get their period soon. Some wing it, others count 28 days, while some wait for a pimple that rocks up out of nowhere. According to the health-focused publication Healthline, “Menstruation-related breakouts are […]
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It can be very frustrating and inconvenient to discover that your armpits have become all sweaty, and you did not even perform any hard labour whatsoever. So, why are they sweaty and how do you fix that? Well, the below experts can help you with that. According to the health-focused publication, Healthline, “Sweating is the […]
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If you have digestion issues and cannot seem to find a solution, the below publications provide insight into how to combat this issue. It is said that eating probiotic-rich foods is beneficial to your health. According to Health, “Probiotics are live microorganisms that you can consume through food or supplements.” Clinical Nutritionist Josh Axe, “Adding […]
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When we think about resting we often refer to laying in bed all day and doing absolutely nothing, which is not entirely wrong because your body is relaxing. However, that is not all there is to it, there are several other forms of rest that make a holistic impact on your well-being. As suggested by […]
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