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The Best Way To Fill Your Cup From Routine To Release
Read More: The Best Way To Fill Your Cup From Routine To ReleaseModern life rarely slows down. Between early workouts, work meetings, school runs, errands and carving out moments for yourself, having everyday essentials you can rely on makes all the difference. The Everyday Suburban in Blue Sky is designed for women who move through full schedules with intention, blending practical performance with soft, elevated style. Crafted…
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Why Mauritius Needs To Be Your Next Fitness Destination
Read More: Why Mauritius Needs To Be Your Next Fitness DestinationIf you’re the kind of person who packs your trainers on every trip with every good intention of using them but doesn’t quite make it to the on-site gym, then this might just change your mind. I checked into three very different hotels – each with its own take on fitness and recovery – and…
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20 Ways To Winter-Proof Your Wellness Routine
Read More: 20 Ways To Winter-Proof Your Wellness RoutineWe’re well into winter and with it comes all the usual suspects: lingering coughs, dry skin, stuffy rooms, aching joints and the occasional dip in motivation. While no product can guarantee you’ll dodge every seasonal bug, a few smart additions to your routine can make the colder months feel far more manageable. From immunity support…
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Finding Your Shape: How Jamie-Lee Domburg And G-Star Are Championing Women, Not Just Fit
Read More: Finding Your Shape: How Jamie-Lee Domburg And G-Star Are Championing Women, Not Just FitJamie-Lee Domburg has always been a powerful presence on South African screens, but her most meaningful transformation has happened off camera. Over the past year, her wellness journey has sparked a deeper conversation – not just about changing bodies, but about how women see themselves, move through the world and claim space in it. In…
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A Sweet Addition To Your Easter Weekend At Sandton City
Read More: A Sweet Addition To Your Easter Weekend At Sandton CitySandton City is set to welcome the Easter season with a delectably curated experience as it introduces the Chocolate Café: Sweet Edition now open until Monday, 6 April 2026. Taking over the iconic centre court, the activation will offer visitors a vibrant, candy-filled space where colour, flavour and creativity come together in a playful and…
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Mini Facelift: Major Upgrade or Minor Makeover?
Read More: Mini Facelift: Major Upgrade or Minor Makeover?I spend a regrettably large amount of time on social media — Instagram, particularly — which means that, whether I like it or not, images of celebrities are flooding my eyeballs throughout the day and night. Most of these celebrities are women under 45 and most seem to be aging backward. The comment section is…
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7 hábitos saludables para mejorar tu cuerpo y tu mente
Read More: 7 hábitos saludables para mejorar tu cuerpo y tu menteAfuera lo viejo, bienvenido lo nuevo. Es un nuevo año, así que ¿por qué no empezar de cero con algunos hábitos saludables? Estos siete hábitos sencillos pueden ayudarte a mejorar tu salud. Todos son fáciles de adoptar, no requieren mucho tiempo, y puede que algunos ya formen parte de tu rutina. 1. Deja el jugo…
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Cool Tech You Can Buy with Your Flexible Spending Account
Read More: Cool Tech You Can Buy with Your Flexible Spending AccountTech-based health devices are all the rage, but here’s something you might not know: If you have a flexible spending account (FSA) for out-of-pocket medical costs, you may be able to use that money to purchase a wide range of high-tech health items. What is a flexible spending account? An FSA is money you can…
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5 TikTok Health Trends: Heart or Hype?
Read More: 5 TikTok Health Trends: Heart or Hype?Welcome to the trend zone, friends. If you’re reading this, you’ve successfully scrolled away from social media to read about social media. Very meta, very demure. It’s true that social media is now a big part of everyday life for most of us. The amount of people on social platforms has doubled since 2017 with…
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Can Using Vaginal Estrogen Cream on Your Face Make You Look Younger?
Read More: Can Using Vaginal Estrogen Cream on Your Face Make You Look Younger?No, this isn’t a Goop editorial, but we can see why you’d mistake it for one. The idea of using an estrogen cream, historically used to restore vaginal tissue, on your face isn’t quite as wild sounding as, say, using bee venom to treat scarring, which Goop founder Gwyneth Paltrow described as “pretty incredible”, but…
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Is Multitasking Stressing You Out?
Read More: Is Multitasking Stressing You Out?Sitting at my desk one afternoon, I was on hold with my insurance company for 20 minutes, half listening to their repetitive music. I was also researching a topic for work and thinking about making tacos for dinner. I suddenly stopped what I was doing to pay a bill that I’d forgotten about. I was…
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Is Multitasking Stressing You Out?
Read More: Is Multitasking Stressing You Out?Sitting at my desk one afternoon, I was on hold with my insurance company for 20 minutes, half listening to their repetitive music. I was also researching a topic for work and thinking about making tacos for dinner. I suddenly stopped what I was doing to pay a bill that I’d forgotten about. I was…
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Water Aerobics: Try Swimsuits Instead of Sweatbands
Read More: Water Aerobics: Try Swimsuits Instead of Sweatbands“Get those knees up, mom!” I yelled. “Higher! High like your neighbors since marijuana’s legal here!” If you had told me five years ago that I’d be rib-deep in my parents’ pool, barking exercise orders at my loved ones during a water aerobics routine I made up, I’d tell you to go jump in a…
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Early-Onset Dementia Among Women Is Growing. Here’s How To Protect Yourself
Read More: Early-Onset Dementia Among Women Is Growing. Here’s How To Protect YourselfWe’re willing to bet your idea of a nightmare has changed radically since the days of hiding from the boogey man. Grown-up fears include: not being able to make rent, the petrol price doubling and… being affected by dementia. We have the data to back this last one up: several studies indicate that women express…
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Thuso Mbedu On Her New Role In Task And Why Growth Is Always Uncomfortable
Read More: Thuso Mbedu On Her New Role In Task And Why Growth Is Always UncomfortableWhen Brad Ingelsby (Mare of Easttown) writes a new crime drama, the TV world pays attention. His latest HBO series, Task, promises a gripping story about family, loyalty and the moral compromises that come with survival. The show stars Mark Ruffalo, Tom Pelphrey and Emilia Jones, with South Africa’s own Thuso Mbedu (Women’s Health September/October 2022 cover star) joining this heavyweight cast in her…
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Your Step-by-Step 30-Day Decluttering Plan
Read More: Your Step-by-Step 30-Day Decluttering PlanIt’s true, a cluttered home is a cluttered mind. And we all know that feeling of being overwhelmed the moment we walk into a messy space. To help you clear this mental load, we’ve consulted with organising experts Lemon Organisers, MK Method and Clutter Free. Ahead, we’ll share their tactics to help you win the…
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Cold Plunge, Anyone?
Read More: Cold Plunge, Anyone?I’m from Michigan so I know what cold is. I now live in Las Vegas — because I know what cold is. All those years digging my car out of the snow has given me freeze-phobia — I try to avoid anything that’s even associated with the cold. I drink hot tea. I prefer my…
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Spa Etiquette In South Africa: 6 Things You Should Know
Read More: Spa Etiquette In South Africa: 6 Things You Should KnowThere’s nothing quite like the anticipation of a full day of pure relaxation. That is, of course, until you start overthinking the do’s and don’ts of conducting yourself in the zen zone. Should you tip? When do the robes come off? And is it ever okay to chat in the steam room? If spa etiquette…
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Post Vacation Depression Is a Real Thing
Read More: Post Vacation Depression Is a Real ThingI grew up in Michigan and moved to Alabama after college. It was hard to leave my family and friends, but we promised to meet up every May in Louisville for the Kentucky Derby. I looked forward to that weekend all year. I spent months finding the perfect dress and floppy hat and made a…
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How to Make a Vision Board
Read More: How to Make a Vision BoardIt’s a new year and you know what that means: a ton of messaging about a “new” you. Well, for the record, we think you’re fabulous. (And that color looks great on you, BTW.) But if you’re looking to fire up your fabulousness or craving a change this year, a vision board may help you…
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WomenTalk: The 411 on Femtech Questions
Read More: WomenTalk: The 411 on Femtech QuestionsIn this episode of WomenTalk, we’ll talk about all things femtech. We’ll explore the legal and political developments surrounding the advancement of women’s health and femtech, highlighting the latest femtech news to keep you abreast of cutting-edge innovation. Watch more WomenTalk episodes
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10 Expert Tips to Keep Your Skin Healthy in the Winter
Read More: 10 Expert Tips to Keep Your Skin Healthy in the WinterWinter is here and it’s time to enjoy all of the cold-weather activities you can only do this time of year. But before you venture outdoors, remember that winter is an environmental vampire that’s constantly sucking the life out of your skin. It sounds dramatic, but it’s also science: Cold air holds less moisture, which…
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Hot or Not: Vaginal Steaming
Read More: Hot or Not: Vaginal SteamingFull disclosure: I love Groupon. It’s full of deals on stuff and services I never knew I needed. A detoxing foot bath for $5? Yes, please! Half-off a pumpkin spice facial? Sign me up for that seasonal treat. Buy one, get one, vaginal steaming? Heck yes … I need to see the fine print on…
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5 Women’s Health and Beauty Products Made by Women
Read More: 5 Women’s Health and Beauty Products Made by WomenMay 12-18 is National Women’s Health Week. As the saying goes, behind every great company is a great woman. Or we should say, a lot of great women. Nearly 4 out of 10 businesses in the U.S. are owned by women. These women-owned businesses employ more than 12 million people and generate $2.7 trillion a…
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5 Health Trends on TikTok: Heart or Hype?
Read More: 5 Health Trends on TikTok: Heart or Hype?When was the last time you said, “I saw that on TikTok.” Five seconds ago? That sounds about right. A lot of people turn to TikTok for information these days. More than 1.8 billion people (that’s billion with a “b”) use TikTok around the world. And more than half of users are women. The social…
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ISUZU’s New D-MAX X-RIDER Will Convince You To Buy A Bakkie
Read More: ISUZU’s New D-MAX X-RIDER Will Convince You To Buy A BakkieLooking to upgrade your wheels? Well, stop (!) the (!) search (!) because the all-new D-MAX X-RIDER launched by ISUZU Motors South Africa is here to steal your heart. Yes, the latest iteration of the X-RIDER series – which has been exceptionally popular with SA customers since its 2016 debut – has arrived. So we’re…
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Does Gua Sha Work?
Read More: Does Gua Sha Work?You’ve probably seen videos on social media of people showing off their taunt jaw lines and perfectly sculpted cheekbones praising a small heart-shaped rock. You’re probably skeptical of said heart-shaped rock. And that’s a good thing — you can’t believe everything you see on the internet. But research shows gua sha, a massage technique using…
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If ‘Waste Less Time On The Internet’ Is On Your 2024 Goal List, Try Timeboxing
Read More: If ‘Waste Less Time On The Internet’ Is On Your 2024 Goal List, Try TimeboxingHow much of your day dissolves down the plughole of the internet? If you’re anything like the typical woman, it’s plenty. One 2022 study found that the average adult now layers an extra five hours of screen time – including television – on top of those dedicated to work. Conscious of doing less of this…
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The Pros and Cons of Being Vegan
Read More: The Pros and Cons of Being VeganAbout 10 years ago, my best friend Katie decided to try Veganuary. That meant giving up meat, seafood, dairy and any other ingredient that comes from an animal for the month of January. Of course, I had questions. Did she know that vegan meant no more pizza? Are oreos vegan? And did this mean I…
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Bye-Bye Excuses: How to Move Forward With Your Health and Fitness Goals
Read More: Bye-Bye Excuses: How to Move Forward With Your Health and Fitness GoalsWe know, we know. Your dog ate your homework so you couldn’t make an appointment for your annual checkup. We all make excuses. And it’s true that many of us are busy, tired and enter-your-excuse-here — and these excuses make it easy to blow off essential self-care like exercise and annual checkups. Read: 6 Tips…
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5 Health Podcasts Worth Your Time
Read More: 5 Health Podcasts Worth Your TimeWhen was the last time you listened to a health podcast? What about a podcast on mental health? There are millions of options out there — literally. Which means there’s no shortage of health and wellness podcasts to enjoy (shout out to one of our favorites, The Great Girlfriends Show, who we’ve partnered with several…
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My First Dry January Was Overflowing With Criticism, but I Learned to Listen to Myself
Read More: My First Dry January Was Overflowing With Criticism, but I Learned to Listen to MyselfSix years ago I woke up with a bad headache attack. My mouth felt like sandpaper. So did my eyeballs. I was hungover. My family and I went to a lot of parties that holiday season — I’m not complaining — but around New Year’s Eve I was craving a reset. So I decided to…
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125 Best Vacation Instagram Captions To Spotlight Your Most Recent Getaway
Read More: 125 Best Vacation Instagram Captions To Spotlight Your Most Recent GetawayYour out-of-office email is set, your carry-on is packed and you’re ready to jet. That’s right, it’s vacation season. Whether you’re soaking up the sun at Cape Town’s finest, enjoying a Durban summer, or simply exploring your hometown while on staycation, pictures will be taken and shared. Even if the last time you posted was,…
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9 Easy Ways to Fix Your Focus and Improve Concentration
Read More: 9 Easy Ways to Fix Your Focus and Improve ConcentrationHave you ever heard the story about the woman who lost her cell phone and found it, days later, in her freezer? And what about the time someone you know sat through an entire movie but couldn’t remember what it was about? It’s not always dementia, or memory loss. Sometimes it’s a matter of mental…
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The Volvo C40 Recharge Taking Us Into The Future
Read More: The Volvo C40 Recharge Taking Us Into The FutureVolvo’s fully electric vehicle (EV), the C40 Recharge, has arrived in South Africa and we can confidently say that it is one of the best we’ve seen so far. Would we expect anything less from Volvo, though? Let’s delve straight into what makes this car so special. If you’re already a fan of the brand’s…
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What Are Your Options for Facial Hair Removal?
Read More: What Are Your Options for Facial Hair Removal?Medically reviewed by Elizabeth Liotta, M.D. Have you looked in the mirror lately and noticed some facial hair you haven’t seen before? Or maybe that one recurring chin hair is now five recurring chin hairs? “Most women have some degree of facial hair, and genetics and hormonal fluctuations can play a role in how visible…
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Meet the Badass Women Supporting Other Women in Their Health Journeys
Read More: Meet the Badass Women Supporting Other Women in Their Health JourneysApril Wilson is no stranger to making her own mark. “My journey started at a young age in the Army, where women are typically overlooked and outnumbered, but I established myself as an independent badass with life experience,” she explained. Still, she couldn’t predict where her own health journey and self-taught design and production of…
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Can Manifesting Really Help You Smash Your Goals?
Read More: Can Manifesting Really Help You Smash Your Goals?Angie Tiwari wakes up, slides out of bed and pulls the shutter back from her bedroom window. As she prises it ajar, a stream of morning light comes in and, as if on command, the sound of chirping birds fills the room. She sits back on the tangle of sheets and drops her eyelids to…
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Struggling To Talk To Your Partner About Money? Try This Money Coach’s Helpful Hack
Read More: Struggling To Talk To Your Partner About Money? Try This Money Coach’s Helpful HackWe share a bed with them, a pet, maybe even (in emergencies) a toothbrush. So why is it so challenging to talk to our partners about money? If the thought of talking to your SO about rands and cents fills you with dread, you’re not alone. Last year, research from Royal London found that three in five…
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7 Healthy Habits to Improve Your Body and Mind
Read More: 7 Healthy Habits to Improve Your Body and MindOut with the old, in with the new. It’s a new year, so why not start fresh with some healthy habits? Here are seven easy habits you can create to improve your overall health. They’re all fairly simple and shouldn’t take much time out of your schedule. And, hey, you may already be doing some…
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5 Books to Help Create Healthy Habits
Read More: 5 Books to Help Create Healthy HabitsWith the new year in full swing, many of us are looking to cut ties with old habits and put new ones in place for a happier, more productive life. Fortunately, there’s no shortage of reading material on the subject of self-improvement. With expert insights from therapists and life coaches, HealthyWomen has assembled a list…
