
Biggest beauty trends of 2018
Every new year brings with it a fresh take on beauty and trends in fashion. 2018 is defined by daring developments in body hair, new clothing styles, politically progressive makeup trends, and more. Read on to find out what’s hot in 2018.
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Coming up vegan
Vegan options are seen more and more on everyday menus and new vegan restaurants have opened their doors throughout the city. Defining a vegan diet would be as follows: A type of vegetarian diet that excludes meat, dairy products, eggs and honey, but includes a wide variety of plant foods. Reasons for ‘going vegan’ include avoiding the killing and suffering of animals, and the killing of wildlife for profits.
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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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What Does an Allergologist Do? Understanding Their Role in Allergy Treatment
Investing in your health by consulting an allergologist is a proactive step towards a better quality of life.
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The price of perfectionism
What does being a perfectionist mean? Simply, it means that there is absolutely no room for failure. Anything achieved by the perfectionist must be completely perfect and devoid of all errors. These expectations are self-imposed and are often unrealistic.
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How can stress relief techniques help you?
Stress in the modern age is a common struggle for all people, regardless of age or occupation. For many, cycles of stress, worry and constant activity in daily life can be crippling and efficient stress release techniques are becoming increasingly vital.
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Acupressure: A pain-relieving practice from the East
When people think of Eastern Medicinal practices, the ancient technique of acupuncture often springs to mind. Fewer people are aware of an equally effective and authentic Eastern method called Acupressure, which is similar to Acupuncture but differs in a few key respects.
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An introduction to biochemical therapy
Biochemical therapy is a natural therapy that aims to rebalance a patient’s cellular metabolism by ensuring the body has the perfect balance of essential mineral salts for optimum functioning. The 12 vital mineral salts biochemical therapy focuses on include Calcium Fluoride, Calcium Phosphate, Phosphate of Iron, Potassium Chloride, Potassium Phosphate, Potassium Sulphate, Magnesium Phosphate, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Phosphate, Sodium Sulphate, Silica Oxide and Calcium Sulphate.
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Top tips for choosing your perfect gym
Embarking on your fitness journey for the first time, or after a long break from exercise can be a daunting task. However, those first few tough weeks can be made easier if you choose a gym that motivates you, provides you with the equipment you need and allows you to get stronger in a safe environment. Follow these top tips to help you choose a gym that suits your needs:
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A beginners guide to the essentials of a new cycling kit
For beginners just entering the exciting world of cycling, choosing the perfect kit that meets their level of ability, price range and specific cycling fitness goals can be a daunting task. With so many options to choose from, it’s no wonder many simply opt for the cheapest and most readily available gear. If you are a beginner cycler looking to build the right kit for you, take note of these essential cycling items you simply cannot do without:
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The benefits and basics of Classical Pilates
Classical Pilates is strictly defined as a form of exercise that incorporates techniques from the originator of Pilates himself, Joseph Pilates. In classical Pilates, only those movements designed by Joseph Pilates are included in the workout session. Non-classical Pilates often incorporates movements and exercises from other physical therapy disciplines, such as yoga.
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Fitness and Personal Trainers
Personal Training – Fitness Personal training has become increasingly popular throughout the years, with people becoming more concerned with their health, fitness and strength. Personal training is hiring somebody to assist you on your health and fitness journey. Personal trainers are professionally equipped to train you in a way that is effective and safe. Who Benefits from a Personal Trainer? Personal trainers do not only cater to professional athletes and the fitness mad – they are extremely beneficial to individuals who want to make a
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TRANSACTIVE KINETICS
It's our belief, that the holding phase or interim (interactive or transactive phase) facilitates the catharsis in terms of transference. It can be quite fun, as you can also be very creative in the transactive phase... ie quirky, different movements, or even primal movement, whichever feels right. Let me know how it goes... it should be a good way to reawaken rekindle some of the dormant senses of the body, helps with self-determination, self-efficacy and autonomy..
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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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What is contemporary dance, where did it originate and where can you attend classes in South Africa?
It is characterised by its fluidity, versatility, and expression of emotions and ideas through movement
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