
Slipping a Disk and What to Do About It.
“Mom! Dad has put his back out again!” “A friend of mine slipped a disc while snagging a 23kg Carp”. Sounds quite excessive right? (The slipped disc, not the Carp). Let me help dust off the terminology before the weekend’s boasting around the braai.
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The top four risk factors for depression
Risk factors for depression can be described as qualities or environmental conditions that increase the likelihood of someone experiencing depression. Knowing which factors can increase the chances of a person having depression allows early detection and allows health practitioners to understand why people develop certain mental illnesses.
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Flower Essences for Hormonal Balance: Supporting Skin and Emotional Health Naturally
Flower essences offer a natural way to support hormonal balance, providing a gentle pathway to improved skin health and emotional wellness.
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Unveiling the Mysteries of Aura Healing
In the ever-evolving landscape of holistic healing, aura healing shines as a beacon of hope and transformation.
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Aerobics
Aerobics I’m pretty sure that I can guess what came to mind: neon, leg warmers and some I-wonder-if-that-will-come-back again blue eye shadow. However, aerobics is far more of a vigorous form of exercise than the spandex-wearing ladies of the 80’s would lead you to believe. What is Aerobics? Aerobics is a specific form of cardio that focuses on upping your heart rate and hopefully lessening the scale. The upbeat practice focuses on cardio-vascular based exercises as well as combining strength training, muscle toning and flexibility. It’s p
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The Science of Sound Healing: How Vibrations Affect Your Body and Mind
Learn how sound healing uses vibrations to reduce stress, improve mood, and restore balance to the body and mind. This ancient yet science-backed practice offers a pathway to harmony and health.
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How to Choose the Right Gynaecologist for Your Health Needs
Looking for the best gynaecologist in South Africa? This guide covers everything you need to know, from qualifications and reputation to accessibility and costs. Learn how to make the right choice for your health and well-being with a step-by-step approach.
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Maternity Hospitals in South Africa, what are the benefits of going to private birthing clinics as opposed to maternity hospitals?
While private maternity clinics also provide high-quality maternity care, the focus and philosophy of care may differ
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Risks and rewards of bariatric surgery
Bariatric surgery, otherwise known as weight loss surgery, is an umbrella term referring to a broad range of possible surgeries for patients who are obese. Bariatric surgery is seen as a last resort for those who have tried all other conventional weight loss techniques, such as specialised diet plans, medication, exercise and more. When these techniques prove ineffective, bariatric surgery becomes a solution for many whose obesity becomes life-threatening.
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How to choose the right couples counsellor for you and your partner
The relationship that you have built with your significant other is deeply intimate, personal and unique. Therefore, opening up this relationship to others who are there to help is often very difficult and can feel like an invasion of privacy. Despite this, taking the step with your partner to seek professional guidance if your relationship is faltering is certainly a step in the right direction and demonstrates that, as a team, you are serious about re-establishing the harmony you have lost.
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What is a medical tattoo?
Medical tattoos are typically placed in easily visible locations on the body, such as the wrist, forearm, or chest
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Obesity in South Africans
OBESITY AND LACK OF PHYSICAL FITNESS AMONG SOUTH AFRICANS Obesity is characterized by an excessive accumulation of body fat. If a person weights 20% more than is given in the standard height/weight tables, one is considered to be obese. Except for heavily muscled persons, this is presumed to be correct. Obesity is caused by consuming too much food and not consuming the energy that we obtain from the food we eat. If the body does not utilise all the energy it is stored as body fat. Obesity is not only an adult disease but it appears as in
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Reflexology
If you're feeling out of kilter, don't know why or what about, let your feet reveal the answer, find the sore spot, work it out. EUNICE INGHAM, physical therapist
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When considering Fertility treatment, what questions should you ask and why?
Fertility treatment can be emotionally and physically challenging
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Common Hair Care Mistakes to Avoid When Visiting a Hairdresser
Clear communication, hair health, and realistic expectations are key to a successful visit to your hairdresser. Learn how to avoid common mistakes for beautiful, healthy hair.
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Aromatherapy: Therapy that engages your sense of smell
Aromatherapy aims to improve one’s psychological and physical well being through the use of aromatic plant oils, aroma compounds and essential oils. The practice of Aromatherapy has ancient roots going back to early civilisations in China, India, Egypt, Greece and Rome. Aromatherapy can be used in conjunction with other therapy methods or more standard medical practices.
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