Health

4 healthy alternatives for flour

Published on October 10, 2018

Healthy alternatives for flour have been popping up all over Instagram and Pinterest, so we thought we’d check them out, and let you know what the best options are.

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5 of the healthiest nuts out there

Published on September 11, 2018

If we aren’t chewing them the night before an important presentation or test we’re sprinkling them over our salads, adding them to our smoothies, there's no end to their deliciousness. But what are the healthiest nuts out there? We explore:

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Celebrate African Traditional Medicine Day today

Published on August 31, 2018

The celebration of African Traditional Medicine Day recognises the work done by traditional healers for centuries. This holistic medicinal practice incorporates natural herbs, ingredients and African spirituality to bring physical, mental and spiritual healing to individuals.

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10 ways to encourage your kids to eat healthy, and enjoy it!

Published on August 15, 2018

Trying to get the kids to sit down and finish their vegetables can often turn into absolute chaos, and keeping them away from scoffing sugary treats can be equally as tough. But by using these simple tricks, you can slowly start to encourage your kids to eat healthy, leading to a good relationship with food.

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5 ways to stay healthy on the weekend

Published on June 22, 2018

Let’s face it, during the week it’s much easier to get your life on track – you workout regularly, you’ve been making healthy food choices, and you haven’t been skipping meals or indulging. Suddenly it’s Friday night and you’re in front of the TV, surrounded by snacks and junk food. The next two days you may over-indulge and make unhealthy...

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Traditional hot toddy

Published on June 1, 2018

Fend off the winter blues with this heart-warming, flu-fighting drink! A traditional hot toddy is perfect for relieving symptoms of colds and flu, fighting a fever and helping you to fall asleep. 

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5 healthy food trends you need to try this year

Published on May 11, 2018

Food trends pop up into our lives all the time. Some stick around but others faze out. We’re delving into 5 healthy food trends that you should include in your life and make sure that they stay!

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Breaking down Vitamin Bs

Published on April 25, 2018

We know that vitamin Bs exist, and we know that there are a lot of them. But why are they important for our bodies and what food sources can we get them from?

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5 home remedies for this season’s colds and flus

Published on April 24, 2018

We’ve all been there with the runny nose, sore throat and aching body. So what else is there to do besides wallow away in bed and hope that sleeping it off will work? Although an instant cure is impossible, but these home remedies are sure to make that nasty cold or flu more bearable.

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SA’s Listeriosis outbreak: What you need to know

Published on January 24, 2018

Listeriosis is a food-borne bacterial disease and, as you know, it has taken SA by storm. The World Health Organisation has officially confirmed that what we are currently experiencing is the largest outbreak of Listeriosis ever, with around 750 laboratory-confirmed cases so far. This may not seem like so large a number, but considering it is a preventable, treatable disease,...

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