The health advantages of adding oats to your diet

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Oats are high in antioxidants and high in fibre. These antioxidants boost heart health by combating free radicals.

‘Takalani Sesame’ has been nominated for a 2023 International Emmy Award

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The nomination is in recognition of the programme’s brilliance in early childhood development.

World Mental Health Day: Schizophrenia patients need to be prioritised in mental health care

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According to the World Health Organization, while only affecting 1% of the population, schizophrenia is a severe mental disorder for which more than 80% of people ...

World Mental Health Day: Mental health is a universal human right

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In order to promote better mental health for everyone, World Mental Health Day aims to increase awareness around the topic.

Plastic surgeons on TikTok caution young women about the ‘Barbie Botox’ craze on social media

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The doctors express concern about a younger demographic using Medi-spas more frequently, and six of them warn that treatments performed by unqualified employees ...

What are salt substitutes and are they harmful to those with kidney disease?

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A potassium-based salt substitute might take the place of table salt in foods, thanks to a proposed FDA rule. Patient advocacy organisations for kidney illness are ...

The best snacks to consume before bedtime

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You have a duty to make informed decisions if hunger strikes in the middle of the night. Here, nutritionists discuss things to eat and steer clear of if you want ...

Is sunflower oil as healthy for you as it is marketed to be?

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Any potential benefits of sunflower oil, however, are dependent on the type and nutrient make up. Furthermore, using excessive amounts of sunflower oil may be detrimental ...

The millennial fixation with self-improvement and self-care

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The millennial generation is all about self-care and growing the version of you that already exists.

6 ways to alleviate seasonal depression this winter

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Seasonal depression, also called seasonal affective disorder (Sad), is a type of depression brought on by variations in weather. Treatments include light therapy, ...

Alcohol in moderation may reduce stress in the brain, according to recent study

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Researchers claim they may be able to explain why moderate drinking is good for the heart because, contrary to what was previously believed, it acts on the brain ...

Eskom’s proposed R16bn smart meter rollout might not be the only solution. What about smart geysers?

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South Africans worry that after installing Eskom’s smart metre, the power utility will be able to turn off their hot water whenever it pleases, taking away their ...

Deadly trending TikTok ‘scarf game’ challenge claims another teenager’s life

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The ‘scarf game’ is a version of the ‘blackout challenge’ which entails asphyxiating oneself till unconsciousness.

First-ever audible sound of cancer cells being eradicated is recorded for oncology campaign

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'The Most Beautiful Sound' was produced, allowing renowned oncology organisations to record the sound of cancer cells being eliminated for the first-time ever.

Despite most recent avian flu epidemic, your omelettes are not yet in danger

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Worldwide, there have been outbreaks of highly virulent avian influenza, which was found in poultry in other South African provinces early this year and throughout ...

How taking a day ‘off sick’ could get you fired

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You could lose your job if you fraudulently use a sick day to take time off to have fun.

Woman in Mr Price heels goes viral, prompting comments on snazzy footwear

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One woman went shopping for shoes at Mr Price and shared her regret with people on the internet.

6 popular gut health trends going viral on TikTok

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You may not realise it, but the cornerstone of your health is your gut micro-biota.

Get hot to cool down – and other weird health tips that actually work

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From replacing paracetamol with Granny Smith apples to wearing heels to boost your sex life - these health hacks may appear bizarre and counter-intuitive, but they ...

Here’s hiking enhances cognitive function

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Hiking is a fantastic exercise, as anybody who has reached the peak of a mountain will attest. And the brain benefits significantly from it.

What to do to survive a toxic workplace when you get back to the office

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The reality is that ‘toxic workplaces’ are as prevalent as wintertime colds.

5 ways to power down your electricity bill while away on holiday

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While vacationers are out enjoying themselves on a beach some place, their home appliances will still be using energy and accruing unforeseen bills.

What is ‘doom scrolling’ and why is the over-consumption of social media bad for our health?

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Doom scrolling may have begun as a method to keep up with the news, but it can rapidly develop into a harmful habit, and for some people, an obsession or compulsion. ...

Influencer unapologetically spends more than R180K on dog ‘champagne’ and caviar for her fur baby

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Ju Isen Jonas’s brazenness in feeding her pet outlandish food has caused a huge outcry.

The final straw at KFC

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KFC announced the removal of plastic straws at its restaurants.