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5 High-Carb Fruits—And How Adding Protein Or Fat Helps Blood Sugar
Read More: 5 High-Carb Fruits—And How Adding Protein Or Fat Helps Blood SugarThere are *so* many reasons to love fruits. These nutrient-rich foods pack in plenty of vitamins, minerals, fibre and phytonutrients—necessary for keeping your body functioning at an optimal level. And, many contain antioxidants like polyphenols, also, that help ward off cancer and keep your body healthy. But here’s the thing: Eating endless fruit isn’t a zero-sum…
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Tyla On The Self-Care Routine That Keeps Her At The Top Of Her Game
Read More: Tyla On The Self-Care Routine That Keeps Her At The Top Of Her GameFrom wanting a bigger bum but being unwilling to do squats [chuckles] to missing her mom’s food, the world’s favourite pop sensation right now – Tyla if we must spell it out for ya – shared some of the self-care practices that keep her grounded. Given her arduous travel schedule, and the fact that she’s…
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Here’s Why We Love Our Cover Search Partners (And Why You’ll Be Obsessed Too)
Read More: Here’s Why We Love Our Cover Search Partners (And Why You’ll Be Obsessed Too)From stylish fitness watches to glam make-up, trendy cups to captivating scents, these brands are teaming up with Women’s Health to find our next Cover Star. They represent EVERYTHING we hope to see in our contestants and we’re thrilled to have them join us on this exciting campaign. The #WHCoverSearch isn’t just about a fit…
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3 Hand Exercises You Should Try If You’ve Got Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Read More: 3 Hand Exercises You Should Try If You’ve Got Carpal Tunnel SyndromeThat nonstop pounding on the keyboard all day may help you get ahead, career-wise (assuming what you’re typing so frenetically is still intelligible) but it’s tough on the digits. Those tiny keystroke movements don’t seem like much, but all the repetition can bring the pain to your fingers and wrists. And once you do the…
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Why Trojan Is The Perfect Fit For Cover Search
Read More: Why Trojan Is The Perfect Fit For Cover SearchCover Search 2024 is officially underway and the entries are streaming in (and may we add how downright stunning each entrant is!). We’re on the hunt for that perfect blend of health, fitness and inspiration to grace the November/December 2024 cover of Women’s Health. And to make this campaign (#WHCoverStar) truly special, we’ve partnered with…
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If Your Mattress Sucks, You Might Want To Try Pressure Mapping For Better Sleep
Read More: If Your Mattress Sucks, You Might Want To Try Pressure Mapping For Better SleepLet’s go back: the last time you bought a mattress (Varsity? Your first flat, ten years ago?), how long did you spend on it before making things official? Did you walk from bed to bed and lay there for a few seconds before hopping onto the next one? If you answered yes, we have some sobering…
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4 Reasons Why We’re Obsessed With Our May/June 2024 Cover Star Tyla (Plus More)
Read More: 4 Reasons Why We’re Obsessed With Our May/June 2024 Cover Star Tyla (Plus More)And surely you’ve been living under a rock if you’re not as obsessed as we are! Undoubtedly South Africa’s most famous girl right now, Tyla’s rise to fame didn’t come without some lessons that the rest of us can glean from. As our May/June 2024 cover star and gracing an issue we’ve themed ‘Fit At…
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What To Eat To Avoid Colds And Boost Your Immune System, According To A Dietician
Read More: What To Eat To Avoid Colds And Boost Your Immune System, According To A DieticianYep, cold and flu season is here and staving off the virus is pretty high up on most people’s winter agendas (missing your next scheduled running race thanks to sniffles is no one’s idea of fun). The good news? What you choose to eat and drink can directly influence your immune health. So what are…
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Your Mindset Can Actually Affect Whether You Get Sick This Winter. Here’s What You Can Do About It
Read More: Your Mindset Can Actually Affect Whether You Get Sick This Winter. Here’s What You Can Do About ItWinter is the season of colds and flu. But did you know your mindset can be a game-changer when it comes to staying healthy this time of year? Here’s what you can do to boost your winter wellness and make sure you’re equipped to be a true winter warrior. Tips To Improve Your Winter Wellness…
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10 Random Daily Things That Are Making Your Hair Fall Out
Read More: 10 Random Daily Things That Are Making Your Hair Fall OutWhen it comes to hair thinning, you could literally be pulling your hair out trying to figure out the cause of hair loss. The truth? Every day, you lose about 50 to 100 hairs from your scalp. In healthy people, new hairs grow back in. It’s all part of your hair’s programmed life cycle, which…
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Manual vs Electric Toothbrushes: Which Is Better?
Read More: Manual vs Electric Toothbrushes: Which Is Better?When it comes to brushing your teeth, one question tends to always come up: which is better, manual or electric toothbrushes? Experts say they each have their own set of pitfalls and boons. But what is important is that everyone brushes their teeth twice a day for two minutes each. That’s because the mouth is…
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Are Wellness Shots With Turmeric, Ginger, Or ACV Actually Good For You? A Dietician Weighs In
Read More: Are Wellness Shots With Turmeric, Ginger, Or ACV Actually Good For You? A Dietician Weighs InAs a tired mom of a germ-spreading toddler, I’m constantly on the hunt for a miracle potion that will boost my immunity, restore my energy and make my skin sparkle (e.g. make me feel like I did pre-baby). And while I typically prefer to eat my calories rather than drink them, I’ve seen enough people…
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9 Quick Health Tests You Can Do At Home Yourself
Read More: 9 Quick Health Tests You Can Do At Home YourselfThese quick health tests, which you can do at home, take minutes (in some cases, seconds) and can reveal a number of things that need attention. Hop onto it. Why Your Should Be Doing Your Own Health Checks At Home Reality check: At your last doctor’s visit, how long did it take? 15 minutes? Maybe…
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10 Dietician-Approved Lifestyle Changes That’ll Curb Those Uncomfortable IBS Symptoms
Read More: 10 Dietician-Approved Lifestyle Changes That’ll Curb Those Uncomfortable IBS SymptomsIrritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common gastrointestinal disorder of the gut-brain interaction. Before going on any extreme diets or cutting out major food groups, we spoke to dieticians about how to implement healthy eating and lifestyle changes to curb those IBS symptoms. Meet the experts: Emily Innes is a registered dietician. Sandi van Zyl is a registered…
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All About Sydney Sweeney’s Diet: Her Massive Sweet Tooth, Go-To Dinner And Favourite Snacks
Read More: All About Sydney Sweeney’s Diet: Her Massive Sweet Tooth, Go-To Dinner And Favourite SnacksSydney Sweeney has been everywhere lately—gracing big billboards and bigger movie screens, in commercials and smiling from magazine covers. And now, the actress is starring in the highly-anticipated new Marvel movie, Madame Web, which hit theaters on February 16. In the flick, Sydney plays a woman named Julia Carpenter, a.k.a. Spider-Woman and her character definitely…
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Can A Heavy Period Cause Iron Deficiency?
Read More: Can A Heavy Period Cause Iron Deficiency?Do you find that you feel tired, weak, short of breath, and lightheaded with reduced concentration and focus during your monthly period cycle? This could be due to blood loss and decreased iron stores in your red blood cells during this time. Women with a heavier period and losing more blood than average could be…
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Fall Asleep Faster With These 7 Hacks For Better Sleep
Read More: Fall Asleep Faster With These 7 Hacks For Better Sleep20 Minutes. That’s all that stands between feeling exhausted and the best sleep ever. It’s also how much more sleep a woman needs than the average man, according to professional James Horne, a leading sleep expert in the UK.A good night’s sleep is kind of like an orgasm – you have friends who experience it…
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7 Reasons Why We Think The March/April 2024 Issue Might Just Change Your Life
Read More: 7 Reasons Why We Think The March/April 2024 Issue Might Just Change Your LifeThe time for wishing you had more hours in a day may be over. Why? Whether you’re cooking, exercising, planning your work hours, strategising on how to dress stylishly for less or choosing cost-effective kick-ass beauty products (over expensive ones), we’ve rounded up as many tips from as many areas of your life as possible…
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What To Look Out For When Picking a Water Bottle
Read More: What To Look Out For When Picking a Water BottleHere’s an unexpected win for the environment: reusable water bottles are having an it-girl moment, thanks in part to the wildly popular Stanley cups. While we’ve successfully eschewed single-use bottles and opted for giant tumblers from which to sip iced coffees and sparkling mocktails, it’s worth investigating the materials used. So, which material is best?…
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Everything You Need To Know About Wholesomebae
Read More: Everything You Need To Know About WholesomebaeI’m a Nutritionist, DNA practitioner and qualified yoga instructor, who offers a fresh, progressive and holistic approach to overall wellness. I combine DNA testing, epigenetics, integrative nutrition, tailored supplementation and lifestyle management with evidence-based complementary therapies. Optimised health and wellness are a universal foundation for a well-lived life. “I’d like to leave the world better than when I…
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Start Strong, Stay Strong: The Importance Of Investing In Bone Health With MenaCal.7™
Read More: Start Strong, Stay Strong: The Importance Of Investing In Bone Health With MenaCal.7™In the whirlwind of our twenties and thirties, life unfolds with a series of adventures, challenges, and moments that define our story. Amidst living life as it unfolds, one thing often takes a backseat – our bone health. It’s easy to overlook the importance of strong bones when the rhythm of life keeps us moving.…
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How One Woman Overcame Diet Pill Addiction And Reclaimed Her Life
Read More: How One Woman Overcame Diet Pill Addiction And Reclaimed Her LifeMonique Eloff has regained control of her body and eating habits and is now South Africa’s own Supreme Queen Global Earth Africa. But when she was 18, a bad breakup saw her struggling with diet pill addiction. Here, she tells her story to inspire and educate other women about the dangers of weight loss pills and…
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It’s Possible To Reverse Type 2 Diabetes, According To One Woman Who Did It
Read More: It’s Possible To Reverse Type 2 Diabetes, According To One Woman Who Did ItType 2 diabetes is often referred to as a lifestyle disease. Even so, it can be a lot to manage, with injections and closely monitoring blood glucose levels throughout the day, as well as closely managing food intake to make sure levels don’t go off-kilter. But is it reversible? Some say yes, with a healthy…
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6 Energy-Boosting Hacks That Are Simple To Integrate
Read More: 6 Energy-Boosting Hacks That Are Simple To IntegrateTiredness is that feeling that we all seem to know a little too well. Perhaps it’s waking in the morning and desperately wanting to hit the beckoning snooze button. Or maybe it’s the feeling of that ominous 3pm slump, where our brain fog creeps in as our sugars dip post-lunch. Or perhaps it’s a more…
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It’s Time To Stop Believing These Sexual Health Myths
Read More: It’s Time To Stop Believing These Sexual Health MythsFrom periods to contraception to fertility, women’s sexual health is subject to its fair share of myths. In South Africa alone, these myths are not just rampant but serve as a barrier for women to access healthcare. Per one study, “In South Africa, about one in five (19%) women of reproductive age (15–49 years) have an unmet…
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Weight Loss Pills: We Delved Deep Into The Science To See If Any Actually Work
Read More: Weight Loss Pills: We Delved Deep Into The Science To See If Any Actually WorkIf you’re trying to lose weight, chances are you’ve thought about weight loss pills. They’re tantalisingly simple and easy to use: just pop a powerful supp and watch as the fat melts away, right? If only. Weight loss pills work if the fundamental principle of weight loss is in place: a caloric deficit. “A calorie deficit…
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We Tried Morphée: A Screen-Free Sleep Device To Help You Actually Doze Off
Read More: We Tried Morphée: A Screen-Free Sleep Device To Help You Actually Doze OffStartling news: South Africans get less sleep than other nations in the world. That’s intel from Sleep Cycle app, which released the data in 2023. There are myriad reasons for this but getting quality shut-eye is important for our health. And our screens, in the form of TVs and phones, contribute to lower sleep quality. Enter…
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The Benefits Of Glutamine: From Muscle Repair To Gut Health
Read More: The Benefits Of Glutamine: From Muscle Repair To Gut HealthSOLAL® Glutamine has long been known for its ability to aid in muscle recovery after a workout. However, its benefits go beyond just fitness, showing promise in improving gut health for overall well-being. Relief for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) One significant area where Glutamine has shown promise is in addressing Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). IBS…
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Tailored Nutrition for Every Stage of Womanhood
Read More: Tailored Nutrition for Every Stage of WomanhoodHello Ladies! Let’s talk about Vitaforce Ladyvite! Designed with you in mind, this multivitamin is here to make your health journey easy and simple, whether you’re in your dynamic 20s or embracing the fabulous 50s. For Women in their 20s and 30s Vitaforce Ladyvite Are you juggling work, life and possibly considering family planning? Vitaforce…
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These Flax Energy Bites Will Keep You Fuelled Until Your Next Meal
Read More: These Flax Energy Bites Will Keep You Fuelled Until Your Next MealLooking for a delightful and nutritious snack that’s a breeze to whip up? Enter these flax energy bites! In just 30 minutes, you can create a batch that will keep you fuelled throughout the week. What’s even better? Pop them in the freezer and they’ll stay fresh for up to a month. Packed with the…
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You Won’t Believe These 6 Health Benefits Of Homemade Chocolate Cake
Read More: You Won’t Believe These 6 Health Benefits Of Homemade Chocolate CakeWhen are peanut butter cookies and chocolate cake healthy? When you’re making them. Bust out a Bundt pan and cook up some perks… 1. Less Stress Measuring out ingredients or kneading dough forces you to concentrate. These mindful moments calm the brain’s emotional centre – and direct blood flow to its impulse control hub. Which…
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LISS: A Complete Guide, From What It Actually Is, To Why And When To Do It
Read More: LISS: A Complete Guide, From What It Actually Is, To Why And When To Do ItYou’re likely well-versed in HIIT, but how much do you know about LISS, a.k.a. ‘Low Intensity Steady State’ training? Also known as LISS cardio, the low-intensity training includes workouts such as walking, hiking or cycling. And it’s packed full of rewards that you’ll not want to be missing out on. So, we’re diving into a full explainer on what LISS…
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10 Health Benefits Of Pomegranate Seeds And Juice, According To Dietitians
Read More: 10 Health Benefits Of Pomegranate Seeds And Juice, According To DietitiansOn our long list of summer-favourite foods, pomegranate is pretty high up there. Not only is this fruit a stunner with its gorgeous deep red hue, but it also packs a punch of flavour and sweetness into its tiny seeds (a.k.a. arils). Another pomegranate benefit? It adds the perfect pop of fun to salads and…
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8 Reasons Why You Need Our Jan/Feb 2024 Issue For Your Fresh Start
Read More: 8 Reasons Why You Need Our Jan/Feb 2024 Issue For Your Fresh StartWe hope that you love a #FreshStart as much as we do because our January/February 2024 issue is a labour of love meant to ease you into whatever new beginning you’re gearing up for in the New Year (and beyond). From fitness and mental health to healthy eating and skincare, there’s sooooo much content to…
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How To Manage The Festive Sugar Spike This Christmas – For Adults And Kids
Read More: How To Manage The Festive Sugar Spike This Christmas – For Adults And KidsMince pies, Christmas pudding smothered in lashings of caramel sauce, endless amounts of chocolate and a personal favourite, good old Lindor chocolate truffles, who doesn’t love a bit (okay, a lot) of sugar at Christmas? The amount of sugar we consume during December can be shocking and what about the amount our children are eating?…
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6 Health Benefits Of Kombucha You Should Know About, According To Dieticians
Read More: 6 Health Benefits Of Kombucha You Should Know About, According To DieticiansAs far as drinks that have transcended hipster status go, kombucha – and kombucha health benefits – is right up there with green juice and coconut water. Convenience stores and petrol stations carry the stuff these days. So it’s safe to say kombucha has officially gone mainstream — and, in the process, gained a rep as…
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Your Christmas Menu Is Sorted With These 6 Healthy Festive Recipes
Read More: Your Christmas Menu Is Sorted With These 6 Healthy Festive RecipesWant healthy festive recipes that will leave you seriously satisfied?! These are delicious, fresh and allergen-friendly! Therefore you have a Christmas menu that suits (and can easily be tweaked for) all dietary requirements. Below is a healthy menu that’s perfect for our hot sunny, South African festive season: indulgent, but feel-good. How To Make This…
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Beat The Bloat This Summer With Rawbiotics
Read More: Beat The Bloat This Summer With RawbioticsIf you suffer from gut ailments such as bloating, IBS and diarrhoea, don’t worry. With probiotics at your side, you’ll still be able to enjoy a happy, healthy, stress-free summer. With summer on its and holidays, entertaining and socialising on the cards, there’s so much to look forward to. But is there? For sufferers of…
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Dreaded Disease? It Won’t Happen To Me. Right?
Read More: Dreaded Disease? It Won’t Happen To Me. Right?Do you remember the first time you learned about the difference between needs and wants? A need is something essential for survival, while a want is something you desire but can live without. What would you need if you were diagnosed with a severe illness, also known as a dreaded disease? And what would you…
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Beat The Burn: Your Essential Guide To A Heartburn-Free Summer!
Read More: Beat The Burn: Your Essential Guide To A Heartburn-Free Summer!As we enter the festive season, prioritising our health becomes paramount, and unravelling the intricacies of our well-being takes precedence. Acknowledging this, Adcock Ingram, a prominent pharmaceutical company, proudly lends its support to shed light on Gastro-oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD), a common yet frequently underestimated health issue. Experiencing frequent heartburn can significantly impact your everyday…
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If The Festive Season Stresses You Out, Try These Psychologist-Backed Coping Strategies
Read More: If The Festive Season Stresses You Out, Try These Psychologist-Backed Coping StrategiesIt’s the end of the year and that means summer holidays, late nights, family gatherings — you know the drill. And it can all feel pretty overwhelming, right? Know first, that you’re not alone. Per Harvard Medical School, 62% of survey respondents felt somewhat stressed or experienced elevated stress levels over the festive season. Noa Belling,…
