Health

Should I wear a homemade mask to help protect myself, my family and others against COVID-19? 

Different sources and doctors have different takes on the best way to go grocery shop during COVID-19, but most agree that when you go shopping, you can’t be too careful.

Do you know the easiest ways to keep your home and office space clean while also killing the bacteria, fungi and viruses?

Make getting serious about your health your number one resolution for the year.

We’ve gathered some of the biggest up and coming health trends that are gaining momentum for 2020.

High cholesterol is linked to a variety of serious health issues, including heart disease, kidney failure and stroke. So how can you ensure yours is at a healthy level, naturally? 

Many of us are at greater risk of certain disorders and diseases if they’re part of our family health history, but can those risks be minimised?

Monitor your health at home with these quick and easy tests and checks.

In November, ahead of World Diabetes Day, some well-known landmarks light up in blue to create awareness of diabetes care,…

Controlling your weight is often a bit of a battle as you head towards middle age, but there’s good news – it is manageable.

Brain fog can be particularly concerning for usually sharp-minded individuals, who suddenly find their days disrupted by confusion and memory loss. Is it reversible?

Choosing the right medical aid can save you money and stress! Here’s how to go about it…

Keeping your brain and body active, challenged, and well-nourished are three of your best defences against developing dementia, writes Corlia Schutte.

If you’re living with symptoms that don’t seem to go away, and which you’ve just come to accept, you could be dealing with an autoimmune condition. 

Tea has been regarded as vital to good health for thousands of years in the East. Today, research continues to unearth its incredible benefits. 

Empathy is crucial to building meaningful relationships, but becoming caught in the ‘empathy trap’ can have negative consequences. 

Try these hayfever treatments and you’ll be stopping to smell the flowers in no time!

With constantly changing information about what and how we should be eating, It’s time to understand how our bodies are built and fuelled by food.

With the legalisation of Cannabidiol (cbd) earlier this year, here’s what you need to know about the uses, benefits and safety of one of marijuana’s most effective active ingredients. 

We’re often told a number of physical symptoms are caused by stress. But how does this happen? What are our stressed bodies doing to cause these issues, and why?

With diets telling you to cut out entire food groups, either for weight loss or health reasons, it’s worth looking at some of the pros and cons before making a decision. 

We’ve found the best (and simplest!) can-do approaches that will take your lifestyle from overloaded to streamlined in six easy steps!

Probiotics remain popular, despite almost constant debate about their effectiveness among the medical community.

Boost your motivation and hit the gym with these practical tips.