Many people use folk flu remedies because they’re cheaper and don’t require expensive doctor visits.
17 Women Share What Finishing The Two Oceans Marathon Really Feels Like
They’ve earned the medal. Now they’re sharing what it really took to get there.
Research Suggests Your Brain Adapts Very Differently From First To Second Pregnancy
“Know that your brain is working for you.”
I Experienced Running Burnout From Chasing PBs – Here’s How I Recovered
Khanya Mazibu started as a beginner runner and dashed right into pursuing PBs for every race. After reaching a running burnout, here’s how she recovered.
workouts
Is A Standing Abs Workout More Effective Than Lying Down? Experts Discuss
Ahead, the benefits of standing abs moves, notes on technique and who shouldn’t attempt them – for now.
4 Moves That’ll Help You Build Seriously Strong Legs
Plus, tips for leg day motivation and how to avoid common injuries.
Cold Workouts: Try These Winter Workout Tips On How To Stay Safe And Warm, According To Trainers
There’s a hidden benefit to exercising in frigid temps.
Can Pilates Double As Your Strength Training Workout?
Search “strength Pilates” on TikTok and you’ll see Pilates strength training as a discipline. But is it as good as the Smith machine? An instructor explains.
How To Exercise During Perimenopause To Maintain A Healthy Body Composition
Find your flow in your new life stage.
“I’m A Yoga Instructor And Do These 8 Moves To Open My Hips And Loosen Tight Lower-Body Muscles.”
Those hips don’t lie!
health
5 Science-Backed Benefits Of ‘Grandma Hobbies’
Embroidery, knitting and cross-stitch are having a moment with millennial women. But this isn’t about nostalgia – it’s neuroscience
Science Makes A Case For Why You Should Let Go Of That Grudge Already
Bad news for all the haters out there.
5 Science-Backed Benefits Of ‘Grandma Hobbies’
Embroidery, knitting and cross-stitch are having a moment with millennial women. But this isn’t about nostalgia – it’s neuroscience
The Moment You Feel A Cold Coming On, Do These 8 Things Immediately To Speed Up Recovery
From sleep and zinc to hydration and stress control, a GP shares the simple steps that ease symptoms faster.
Pads, Tampons, Cups & Discs: Which Menstrual Products Are Safe In South Africa?
Here’s how to ID the best antimicrobial, antibacterial, toxin-free period pads, tampons, cups and panties.
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recipes
This High-Protein Pizza Has 19 Grams Of Protein (And 9 Grams Of Fibre!)
Cheesy. Crispy. Healthy? Check.
THIS Is The Best Chicken Soup Recipe To Cure A Winter Cold
When it tastes insane – and works health miracles…
Here’s Why You Should Eat More Avo – Starting With This Breakfast
Fuel smarter, recover faster and keep your gut healthier with the power of avocados.
Banana Muffins That Ease PMS And Cramping – True Story!
Snack your way to a hassle-free period.
Coconut Flour Pizza Base (Low Carbs, Gluten-Free)
Coconut flour to make a traditional pizza pie? Yes please! An extra dose of fibre and protein with each bite awaits. Plus, it’s gluten-free!
The Pork Belly And Lobster Dish That Your Tastebuds Will Remember Forever
This unlikely pairing of two star proteins, pork and lobster, will provide just the culinary comfort you need on cold days.
beauty
» skincare
What To Do When Body Acne Strikes + The Best Products To Use
Bid your body acne farewell!
In-Flight Skincare Secrets A Dermatologist Refuses To Gatekeep
Att passengers! Your in-flight skincare essentials are here.
How To Be That Girl *WITHOUT* A Skin Crisis While Travelling
Beach day gone wrong? 🦞 Here’s how to soothe your skin – straight from a derm.
The Everything Guide To Eczema
Here’s what experts want you to know when it comes to eczema.
» make-up
6 Ways To Melt-Proof Your Make-Up This Summer
Between streaky mascara and vanishing blush, summer can wreak havoc with your make-up. Here’s how to increase your staying power and melt-proof your look.
FYI —These Make-up Mistakes Could Be Making Your Acne Worse
Teenaging or adulting, acne sucks. Which is why many of us turn to make-up. But you’re probably making it worse with these major mistakes…
You HAVE To Try These 7 Easy To Follow Halloween Makeup Looks
In need of some Halloween inspo or need to take your costume to the next level? Look no further than these seven easy to follow makeup looks.
6 Coloured Eyeliner Tips To Brighten Your Face
Mask-wearing isn’t going anywhere just yet, which is good for your health... and your eyes! Hear us out: Now that peepers are officially our most prominent feature for Zoom chats and distanced coffee dates, etc., “eye make-up has been reimagined,” says make-up artist...
» hair
How To Curl Your Hair With A Flat Iron, According To A Celebrity Hairstylist
Harry Josh, the celebrity hairstylist to Gisele Bundchen, Karlie Kloss and Priyanka Chopra, shares the easiest tutorial for curling hair with a straightener.
Live Life — Win A Hair Transplant Treatment & Get Your Confidence Back!
Alvi Armani and Women’s Health have partnered to give one lucky reader a life-changing experience — a hair transplant, and their confidence back.
What You Need To Know Before You Dye Your Hair At Home
Given the current pandemic you might be tempted to dye your own hair. But be warned, it could be risky business. Follow this professionals advice so you don’t end up with a hair disaster.
This Heatless Hack Gave Me The Curl Texture Of My Dreams
This TikTok hack gave me gorgeous, heatless curls overnight. All you need is your bathrobe and boom! You’ve got long, loose curls that you’ll absolutely love.
entertainment
my life in wellness
Yes, Happiness Can Boost Productivity – Here’s How
“One’s attitude towards work plays a pivotal role in determining productivity levels”.
Food, Fitness & Family: How Zinhle Masango Juggles It All
“I am a person who believes in a balanced lifestyle…”
Are Wellness Shots With Turmeric, Ginger, Or ACV Actually Good For You? A Dietician Weighs In
Wellness shots with turmeric, wheatgrass, ACV and ginger are touted as elixirs to boost immunity and energy. But do they work? An RD weighs in.
Fall Asleep Faster With These 7 Hacks For Better Sleep
If you struggle to get to dreamland every night, these quick tips could be the answer to helping you get the best sleep ever
How To Actually Get Better At Talking To Yourself
When it comes to talking to ourselves, what we often say can be overly critical and, sometimes, downright cruel.
Could Bed Rotting Be The Answer To Your Self-Care Struggles?
Your grandmother may call it pure laziness but the TikTok generation swear by being intentionally unproductive – in bed!
latest
Is Your Brain Keeping You Broke? A Psychologist Explains
You tell yourself this month will be different; you’ll save, budget, think long-term. And then payday hits – and somehow, so does the urge to swipe. If living paycheque to paycheque feels like a cycle you can’t break, the problem might not just be maths. It might be...
Your New PB Awaits With The PUMA Deviate NITRO™ 4
PUMA has unveiled the latest evolution of its hero running franchise with the launch of the Deviate NITRO™ 4. The new model builds on PUMA’s position as pioneers of speed and innovation, underpinned by the brand’s best-in-class NITROFOAM™ technology. “We’re excited to...
Eat This To Beat Period Bloat
You're all too familiar with what happens when your period hits: you get stomach cramps, your cravings go into overdrive and eating healthfully seems like a major test of willpower. The good news is that making minor adjustments to your eating habits means you can...
The Super Shoe Every Runner Needs For Their Next Start Line
If a sub-4-hour marathon is currently sitting at the top of your 2026 vision board, listen up. We all know that PB-potential comes from those early morning long runs and disciplined foam rolling, but the right gear? That’s the secret sauce. Enter: the HOKA CIELO X1...
Which Is Better: Yoga or Pilates?
For many runners, the workout of choice isn't an exercise class. In truth, all they ever really want to do is throw on a pair of sneakers, grab a beloved Garmin and head out the door for a long run. There’s one major problem with this: it’s not a good idea for...
Itchy Bum? How To Know If It’s Haemorrhoids
Talk about a pain in the butt: a huge percentage of South Africans encounter piles symptoms (also sometimes called jedijedi and officially known as haemorrhoids). But how to treat piles? And can you use a natural remedy? Here, everything you need to know about the...
How To Have A Healthier Relationship With Fitness Apps, Without Quitting Exercise
“Comparison is the thief of joy.” We've all heard it. We've muted accounts, unfollowed people and told ourselves that we're above it. And yet, somehow, it still manages to sneak in. You open your app and see that old 5:30 per kilometre pace from what you now call your...
Basic Core Exercises Aren’t Enough – Add These Rotational Moves To Your Workout Now
Our movement is not one-dimensional, so your workouts shouldn’t be either. Every day, your body bends, reaches, flexes and extends – but it also twists, turns and rotates. You do this when checking your blind spot while driving, opening a door, putting heavy groceries...
These 12 Health Wearables For Women Really Do. It. All.
Fitness trackers for women in South Africa have reached new heights. Gone are the days of needing the best smartwatch if you wanted to track your fitness and sleep. Now, health wearables available in South Africa are women-focused and take the form of screen-free...
Exactly How To Use These 12 Delicious Sugar Substitutes In Your Cooking
We all know that too much sugar can lead to an afternoon energy crash, but the benefits of cutting back go much deeper than avoiding a cavity. High sugar intake is linked to chronic inflammation and heart health concerns – and current research in South Africa suggests...
Here’s Why It’s So Common To Regain Weight After Losing – And What You Can Do About It
Having a good memory is generally considered a useful trait, whether we're talking about muscle memory or cognitive function. However, when it comes to weight loss, memory on a cellular level can actually work against you, playing a significant role in making it...
*These* Are The Best Bodyweight Workouts For Any Fitness Goal
PE classes at school never evaluated your deadlift. The heads-shoulders-knees-toes song doesn’t mention a dumbbell. The toughest challenges on Survivor are the ones without any equipment at all. The throughline? Being able to use your body effectively is the essence...
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