Health

Guilt-free eating: Rethinking ‘cheat meals’

Published on November 1, 2016

Feeling racked with guilt over the chocolate bar you scoffed after dinner last night? Don’t! The odd indulgence feeds your soul as much as veggies feed your state of health (and, no, you won’t get fat...)

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Vegetarianism or juicy steak… Can’t choose? Say ‘hello’ to the flexi-diet!

Published on November 1, 2016

There’s a growing trend of ‘mostly’ vegetarians – those who follow a veggie diet, but don’t say no to the occasional fish and chips or cheeseburger if the mood strikes. Sound like you? Flexitarianism could be for you.

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Healthy hour: Is this Indonesian superfruit the answer to weight loss?

Published on October 29, 2016

First came quinoa, then came kale – and each time we jumped on the health/weight-loss bandwagon hoping for miraculous results. The latest is the powdered rind of the Indonesian-native fruit malabar tamarind, which is said to re-engineer your fat-burning abilities. We set out to investigate its superfood credentials...

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Healthy hour: The trick to finding balance in your diet

Published on October 24, 2016

Don’t tell me you haven’t seen yet... Those beautifully styled, vibrant salads and perfectly placed smoothie-bowl toppings. Whether it’s #plantbased ingredients, meals in liquid form, or a nutrient boost from protein powders and superfoods, the trend of people documenting their healthy, balanced diets has taken over social media.

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The hashtag can help with weight loss

Published on October 23, 2016

Need some #inspiration for your healthy eating journey? The hashtag could help!

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#WellnessWednesday: The question of carbs

Published on October 19, 2016

Pasta, bread, pizza, doughnuts...Oh, how I can almost see many a weight watcher cringing at the mention of these words. For years, carbs have been singled out as one of the major dietary enemies, with people going to pretty extreme lengths to avoid them. But a swing in recent thought by health professionals and wellness ambassadors has given carbs their...

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To soup or not to soup?

Published on October 18, 2016

Dubbed as the ‘new juice cleanse’, souping is the latest detox trend to take 2016 by storm. The term evolved when people started sipping on soups and broths as a way to rid the body of toxins and restart the digestive system. But is a diet of pulverised veggies and savoury-flavoured waters the best choice for weight-loss?

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Finding balance

Published on October 17, 2016

Vegan, vegetarian, Paleo, Paleo-vegan, raw, gluten-free... It seems these days that the dietary dictionary has exploded, with more and more words describing new eating plans to follow.

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When is processed too processed?

Published on October 15, 2016

Lately, the health industry has put a lot of emphasis on eating clean and avoiding all processed foods. But what does processed food really mean in today’s world?

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2016’s food trends are making kids healthier

Published on October 14, 2016

With global health trends taking a front seat in SA, there is hope for the future. Here are five huge trends that will influence children’s eating habits for the better.

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