Matric 2023: Is your son or daughter doing their final year in high school? Here’s how you can show your support. For many school pupils, the matric year is one of the most important of all. This is because this year usually determines the next few years of your life as you decide on where […]

Spending time alone can induce fear in a lot of people, which is understandable. Here’s why spending time on your own can be good for you. Spending time alone can induce fear in a lot of people, which is understandable. At the same time, the difference between moments of solitude and loneliness is often misunderstood. […]

The reality of sleeping with your cellphone under your pillow and how it affects your health. Do you sleep with your phone under your pillow? In reality, this is dangerous for your health, both physical and mental. It has become fashionable, especially amongst young people, to have their phones with them while they sleep. Generally, under […]

Recent studies focused on conversations surrounding COVID-19 vaccinations further demonstrated the benefits of conversational receptiveness. Your 18-year-old daughter announces she’s in love, dropping out of college and moving to Argentina. Your yoga-teaching brother refuses to get vaccinated for COVID-19 and is confident that fresh air is the best medicine. Your boss is hiring another white […]

Cholera death toll rises to 22 as the first cholera related death in Mpumalanga province claims the life of elderly woman. Health Minister Joe Phaahla has warned that the current cholera outbreak could spread to other provinces. The minister was making this announcement on Wednesday whilst giving an update on the Hammanskraal cholera outbreak. The outbreak […]

Simple and effective strategies to boost your immune system and fortify your body’s natural defence against infections and illnesses. The immune system plays an important role in protecting the body from harmful pathogens and maintaining good health. There is no magic pill that can boost your immune system overnight, but there are simple, scientifically proven […]

The internet has really made things a lot easier with lifehacks – be it trying out viral food recipes on TikTok or assembling IKEA furniture, knowledge is nowadays, quite literally one click away. The next lifehack to make your life just a bit easier is always lurking waiting for you to stumble upon it. Here’s today’s lifehack: Boil […]

June is men’s health month and the perfect opportunity to care for your health. Here’s a quick checklist of essential check-ups. June is men’s health month in South Africa, the perfect time for an annual health check-in. But no need to stress, here’s a quick checklist to follow. ALSO READ: Egg-tastic superfood! An egg a day […]

The PasswordKid App serves as the central tool for parents to register trusted delegates who can pick up their children. Many children are at risk of being abducted when their parents or guardians are unable to pick them up from school. To address this challenge, two young people have come up with an innovative idea […]

Many men diagnosed with prostate cancer find themselves facing not only a medical battle but also a profound sense of isolation. Many men who are diagnosed with prostate cancer tend to feel isolated and often find it difficult to seek help. After the diagnosis, their lives change dramatically and it is at this time that […]

Many benefits come from regularly exercising, including stronger muscles, lower risk of disease and improved mental health. But a recent study suggests that exercise may have another unexpected benefit: it might make us more tolerant to pain. The study, published in the journal PLOS One, found people who regularly exercised had a higher pain tolerance […]

Seven hacks to improve your health by incorporating more plant-based foods into your diet. In recent years, there has been an increase in awareness around the importance of healthy eating habits. Scientists and nutritionists are doing more research on the benefits of eating more green vegetables and discovering more ways these plant foods can affect […]

The internet has really made things a lot easier with lifehacks – be it trying out viral food recipes on TikTok or assembling IKEA furniture, knowledge is nowadays, quite literally one click away. The next life hack to make your life just a bit easier is always lurking waiting for you to stumble upon it. ALSO WATCH: Lifehack: […]

Aside from its delicious taste and aroma, coffee offers numerous benefits that make it a staple morning beverage.

Turmeric has been used by humans for more than 4,000 years. As well as cooking and cosmetics, it’s been a staple of the traditional medicine practice of Ayurveda, used to treat a variety of conditions from arthritis to wind. Even today turmeric remains a popular health supplement. There are plenty of articles and social media […]

Krugersdorp, South Africa – Cindy Duplessis (42), a  resident of Krugersdorp, along with a group of friends, has launched a heartwarming crowdfunding campaign on BackaBuddy to help Roelien Homan, a beloved member of the community, purchase new hearing aids. Roelien, a well-known property professional with a deep passion for animals, lost her hearing after battling […]

It is clear that immediate action is required to bridge the socio-economic gaps in tobacco cessation efforts. Tobacco use imposes a large health and economic burden worldwide. Research estimates that, in 2019, about 8 million deaths were attributable to tobacco smoking. Tobacco also reduces years of healthy living: about 200 million disability-adjusted life years in […]

A new longitudinal study has revealed that the COVID-19 pandemic has created conditions that pose a threat to children’s healthy development. The COVID-19 pandemic created conditions that threatened children’s healthy development. Scientists and physicians raised concerns early in the pandemic, pointing out that increased parental stress, COVID infections, reduced interactions with other babies and adults […]

South Africans are among the heaviest drinkers in the world. The country has the highest per capita rate of alcohol consumption in Africa. Excessive drinking is especially widespread in the Western Cape. Research estimates that per capita alcohol consumption in the province is between 30% and 40% higher than the national consumption. Alcohol use contributes […]

The kids are home for the school holidays and looking for fun ways to pass time. Why not spend it boosting their energy and focus? It’s the March school holidays and the perfect time to help boost your child’s energy and concentration levels to ensure that they go back to school ready to tackle their […]

Everyone is finding ways to cut costs as prices rise. Luckily, there are still ways to eat healthily on a budget.

Don’t let the cooler temperatures ruin your hair. Here are a few tips to ensure your locks stay healthy and full of moisture. We’ve barely worn our in-between-weather clothing and already it’s time to dig out the parkas and puffer jackets. Winter is here. But don’t let the cooler weather and a lack of moisture […]

BBC presenter Naga Munchetty recently revealed that she suffers from adenomyosis, a chronic condition that affects the uterus. She spoke of how her pain can leave her unable to move and how a recent flare-up was so intense her husband had to call an ambulance. Yet many people have never heard of this condition, despite it […]

Expecting a little bundle of joy but struggling with bad skin? Here’s what you can expect and how to treat it. It’s no secret that a woman’s body goes through many changes during pregnancy. These changes also affect the skin. Here’s what to expect from your skin while pregnant. ALSO READ: New mom alert! What to […]

A diet low in carbohydrates could help obese people maintain their weight loss by increasing the number of calories their bodies are able to burn