It’s World Toilet Day – and you can tell a lot about your health by simply scrutinising your next piddle! So, how healthy is your pee?
Boiled Stoney, Raw Onions & One-Day Cures: Do Folk Flu Remedies Work?
Many people use folk flu remedies because they’re cheaper and don’t require expensive doctor visits.
Common Misconceptions About Vaccinations And The Risks Of Missing Vaccines
Are you up to date?
Getting An Abortion In South Africa: What You Should Know
Exactly how safe is it to have an abortion in South Africa? And when during gestation is it ok?
mental health
Postpartum Depression: Why So Many Women Suffer in Silence?
Postpartum depression affects an estimated 1 in 3 new mothers in South Africa.
8 Things That Could Be Stealing Your Joy Right Now
From food intolerances to your contraception, these unconventional things could legitimately be bad mood triggers.
Why Is Everyone Buzzing About ‘Dopamine Menus’?
The mood-boosting hack you’ve been looking for.
4 Science-Backed Ways To Love Yourself – And Why You Should
In the words of renown philosopher Justin Bieber, you should go ahead and love yourself.
The Proven Health Benefits Of Getting Outdoors
And yes, reduced cortisol is high on the list.
Things You (Probably) Didn’t Know About Antidepressants – And Depression
Time to break the stigma around mental health.
physical health
12 Types Of Headaches – And What The Pain Really Means
Got a truck running through your head? Before you can fix it, you need to find out which type of headache you’re suffering from.
OTC Meds And ‘Natural’ Supplements Have Hidden Risks, Warns Pharmacist
These OTC medicines and supplements could cause toxicity if you take too many – or pair them with seemingly innocuous ingredients. Here’s what to know about supplement overdoses.
These Surprising Foods Will Work Wonders For Constipation, According To A New Study
A generic “fibre-forward” diet doesn’t always do the trick.
Here Are The Best Sound Types For Falling (And Staying!) Asleep, According To Doctors
White noise isn’t your only option.
7 Perimenopause Treatments & Lifestyle Changes That Actually Work
Try these perimenopause treatments and lifestyle changes to bring much-needed relief to this life cycle.
10 Things No One Ever Tells You About Your Pap Smear
Getting a pap smear can feel awkward – not to mention uncomfortable. Here’s everything you need to know to make your next visit less awks.
wellness
I Started Doing Wellness Before Work To Feel Alive – And It Changed Everything
Content creator Aakifah Slarmie talks about her wellness before work journey – and why it means so much more than an early wake-up.
“How A Health Wake-Up Call Led Me To Wellness – And Got Me Through My PhD”
A sudden health wake-up call shook PhD candidate Mamosa Ngcala out of her routine and taught her to put wellness first.
TV Producer, Actress And Author Tshiamo Modisane On How Writing Her Debut Book Liberated Her
TV Producer, actress and author Tshiamo Modisane shares her wellness routine, how writing her book healed her and much more.
How Nomzamo Mbatha Is Nurturing Good Wellness Habits
Nomzamo Mbatha on indulging consciously and overhauling her lifestyle choices.
9 Useful Self-Care Apps For Wellness To Download Now
These self-care apps help you re-centre in times of overwhelm, help make life easier, and deliver a great offering for a good price (or free).
Soft Girl Autumn: 6 Ways To Maintain Your Routine & Stay Active In The Cold
To make the transition to winter softer, might we introduce you to soft girl autumn? It’s a form of autumn self-care that helps maintain a routine.
sexual health
4 Most Common Questions Women Ask About Their Sexual Health
How comfortable are you when it comes to revealing information about your sexual health? You’re not alone. Here are a few questions women want answers to.
These Unusual PMS Symptom Treatments Actually Work – Minus Painkillers
Don’t automatically raid the medicine cabinet. Try these natural PMS symptom treatments for pain, moodiness and OTT cravings.
Your Most Urgent ‘Down There’ Questions Answered By Experts
We got some obs-gynaes to weigh in on some oh-so-common sexual health confusions.
These Changes Mean You Might Have An STI – Here’s What They Mean (And What To Do)
Here’s what the most common STI symptoms mean – and what you should do about it. Because arming yourself with knowledge can keep you safe.
8 Things You’ve Heard About STDs That Are Totally Untrue
STDs are a real threat to young women – and they’re on the rise. Let’s break down what’s true and what’s definitely not when it comes to STDs.
What’s The Difference Between STDs And STIs?
What’s the difference between STDs and STIs – and why do many health experts prefer one term over the other?
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Itchy Bum? How To Know If It’s Haemorrhoids
Uh-oh: there’s an itch down there… Here, the signs you’ve got haemorrhoids – and how to get rid of them!
How To Have A Healthier Relationship With Fitness Apps, Without Quitting Exercise
Kudos, you’re doing great, hun.
10 Signs Of Binge-Drinking Among Women You Shouldn’t Ignore
It’s not easy to tell if you’re a binge-drinker. But these signs of binge-drinking among women shouldn’t be ignored.
Why You Need Breathwork In Your Life, According To Mental Health Experts
Nope, it’s not the same as meditation.
I Get Five Hours Of Sleep Each Night But Feel Totally Fine. How Bad Is That, Really?
Sleep docs explain why it may be time to rethink your sleep goal.
Here’s How To Actually Do A Digital Detox, According To Experts
Like it or not, we rely on tech endlessly, but often, we need to shut off. Here’s how to actually do a digital detox and survive.
5 Doctor-Approved Strategies To Finally Cope With Year-End Burnout
Year-end burnout can feel like a slow, painful crawl to mid-December. But there are smart ways to cope and finish strong. Here’s how.
17 Wellness Journals To Kickstart Your Year
If being more present, more of a go-getter or hitting certain goals is your new year MO, try these wellness journals to harness your energy.
12 Types Of Headaches – And What The Pain Really Means
Got a truck running through your head? Before you can fix it, you need to find out which type of headache you’re suffering from.