How to read a food label
Grocery shopping has never been easier, with almost endless options online and in store. Choosing what to buy is a different story altogether. That’s where understanding the food label can help you make healthier choices.
Why do teenagers sleep so much?
It’s no coincidence that most teenagers will probably spend Youth Day sleeping in. Understanding their sleeping patterns is key to helping them feel more refreshed.
Ever feel like you’re wrestling a honey badger when it’s time to get your teen out of bed? You’re not alone. While it’s tempting to label dozy teens slackers, there’s real biology behind those drooping eyelids.
Burns: Where home remedies can harm
About 90% of all burn injuries happen in the home, with the kitchen being the hot spot so to speak. Open flames, paraffin stoves and scalding liquids can turn everyday activities into serious risks.
The first few minutes after a burn accident are critical, yet many people turn to old home remedies
Stressed? Your blood pressure feels it too
When your body senses danger that needs quick action, your ‘fight or flight’ response kicks in. Your heart beats faster, your breathing speeds up, muscles contract and your blood pressure spikes.
This is meant to help you deal with the threat, such as avoiding a car crash. Once it’s passed, your system will reset to normal.
Keep yourself in check
You may feel perfectly healthy – but how sure are you that all is well? Many serious health conditions develop slowly and silently, with no warning signs in the early stages. World Health Day on 7 April is a reminder to focus on prevention and early detection.
Don’t let flu disrupt your winter
Winter should be a time to slow down and enjoy moments that matter. But every year, influenza disrupts thousands of South African households, leading to missed workdays, school absences, and in some cases, hospitalisation.
