Things are heating up this winter…
The Best Dairy Foods For Weight Loss, Satiety And Muscle Support, According To Dieticians
GLP-1s changed the weight-loss conversation. Now dieticians say it’s time to rethink dairy, too.
A Showstopping Chicken Pie Recipe That Will Impress Everyone At The Dinner Club
Rich, delectable and even better with a glass of FAT bastard Chardonnay.
These Grey Hair Myths Might Actually Harm Your Hair – South African Hair Specialists Explain
Can believing grey hair myths make everything worse? We tapped experts for answers to common grey hair myths.
workouts
This Free Beginner 10K Running Plan Works In Just 10 Weeks
If you’re looking to start running but need a little guidance – this plan will take you from the couch to 10K in just 10 weeks.
“I’m A Trainer And Do These 11 Shoulder Stretches Weekly To Combat Stiffness And Improve Posture”
Simple mobility moves that work – no gym required.
What Is Rucking? How To Try The Cardio And Strength Workout, According To Experts
It’s a low-impact workout you can do anywhere.
Time For A Training Overhaul? Here’s How To Know When To Change Your Routine
Here are four signs to lookout for… 👀
5 Beginner Yoga Poses To Help You Sleep Better
Struggling to fall asleep? Feeling stressed or anxious? These five yoga poses will help decrease anxiety, create calm and help you get the rest you need.
The 411 On Wall Pilates Workouts From Experts. Plus, A Go-To Wall Pilates Routine
Can wall Pilates workouts really do all they claim to? WH spoke to experts for the 411 on the benefits of wall Pilates.
health
“I Felt Nothing”: Navigating The Silent Shame Of Maternal Numbness After Unthinkable Loss
After a tragic accident left her widowed with a newborn, Dominique felt only “nothingness.”
11 Subtle Signs Of Diabetes You Should Never Ignore
It’s the #1 cause of death in SA – and disproportionately affects women more than men.
“I Felt Nothing”: Navigating The Silent Shame Of Maternal Numbness After Unthinkable Loss
After a tragic accident left her widowed with a newborn, Dominique felt only “nothingness.”
The Health Benefits Of Gardening
Time to go green.
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.
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recipes
Yeast-Free Hot Cross Buns That Rise Perfectly Every Time
Plus, we’ve got sugar-free and dairy-free swaps if you’re keen to keep it light this long weekend.
A Healthy Apple Crumble Recipe That’s Perfect For The Weekend
An apple a day keeps the doctor away. Struggling to get your apples in? Make this apple crumble and feed it to the whole family
Make Your Own Age-Defying Breakfast Bars
Eat yourself gorgeous from the inside with these beauty-boosting breakfast bars. It’s also wheat and dairy-free! Bonus!
You’ll Never Want Cabbage Served Any Other Way (Seriously!)
Forget about Soy! Tamari will literally make any ol’ salad, including this shredded cabbage dish, taste next-level delicious!
This Chamomile Smoothie Will Make Falling Asleep Easier Than Ever
Step aside #SleepyGirlMocktail… this smoothie’s tucking us in tonight. 💤
We Took TikTok’s Viral Dense Bean Salad And Made It Low Calorie
This low-calorie, fibre-rich recipe will help you hit your goals.
beauty
» skincare
It’s Here: The SPF You’ll *Actually* Want To Wear This Summer!
It’s under R300… 👀
28 Great Local Beauty Brands To Support RN And Forever
These home-grown picks are hard-working, affordable and just what SA women want.
Top Hacks To Summer-Proof Your Skin
Hint: Choose gentle cleansers ✨
The Mesoglow Facial: A New Radiance Just In Time For Spring
A treatment that was nothing short of R.E.V.O.L.U.T.I.O.N.A.R.Y.
» make-up
Everything You Need To Know About Wearing False Eyelashes
If the eyes are the windows to the soul, then the eyelashes are the enticing and alluring frames. Okay, bad metaphors aside, eyelashes are just not capable of amping up your makeup, but they actually play a vital role in keeping the eyes protected from small particles...
3 Makeup Looks To Get You Zoom-Meeting-Ready In Under 10 Minutes
Get working from home professional with just a few makeup products, 10 minutes and these runway inspiration. Consider this your Zoom #GlowUp.
Finding The Perfect Foundation Shade Has Never Been This Easy
Specifically developed for the SA market, Yardley Stayfast Foundation comes in 32 new shades, formulated by skin type, shade and undertone.
This Lash-Enhancing Mascara Will Make Your Eyes Pop — No Falsies Needed!
Let’s be honest, mascara is one of those essential makeup items that few of us can live without. Throw on a slick or two of this bad boy makeup item, and you're ready to go. However, bad, smudged and clumped together lashes is a total no-no. We don’t have time for...
» hair
7 Best Anti-Frizz Products That’ll Help Your Hair Fight Humidity
Humidity got you looking like something out of the 70s? Then you need these seven frizz-fighting, humidity-proofing hair products.
8 DIY Hair Masks For Every Hair Type
These DIY hair mask recipes use ingredients straight from your pantry to nourish, add shine, and hydrate every type of hair.
10 DIY Ways To Use Salt For Gorgeous Skin, Hair, Teeth, And Nails
Sea salt is the ultimate all-natural beauty ingredient. Here’s how to use it for DIY face masks, body scrubs, teeth whitening and nail brightening.
It’s Time To Say Hello To Your New Favourite Hair Mask
Hair masks are super-concentrated, deep-conditioning treatments designed to treat dull, dry and damaged strands. They deliver key active ingredients deep into the hair and/or scalp in a set amount of time, leaving hair feeling soft and hydrated. If you’ve ever coloured your hair, then you know that masks and hair treatments are literal lifesavers! They don’t always preserve your salon-worthy colour though… until now.
entertainment
my life in wellness
10 Things That Happen To Your Body During Dry January
Ready for a re-set?
If ‘Waste Less Time On The Internet’ Is On Your 2024 Goal List, Try Timeboxing
What’s timeboxing, you ask? A simple productivity method to transform your focus. Here’s how to hack it.
Author Janine Jellars Shares Her Simple Wellness Routine
The two-time author talks us through her writing process, wellness practices that keep her mentally sound and her debut novel When The Filter Fades.
How To Reflect On The Year You’ve Had – And Prepare For The Year Ahead
Learning to reflect on the year you’ve had takes a bit more skill than just writing down a few thoughts. We spoke to an expert on how to craft your reflections.
11 Ways To Get More Energy When You’re Feeling Tired
The good news is that there are some quick fatigue-busting tips that work well in the moment.
The Thing About Self-Care Is…
…It doesn’t come easy and it always be consistent – but the trick is to always get back on the self-care bandwagon.
latest
The Fitness App Privacy Check Every Woman Should Do Today
Many people assume that the apps they use automatically prioritise privacy. “Default settings are designed for maximum engagement, not maximum safety,” says Rianette Leibowitz, cyber wellness and safety expert. Apps encourage users to share achievements, routes and...
“I’m A Running Coach And Marathoner – So Why Do I Still Feel ‘Not Good Enough’?”
As a runner, I have high expectations of myself. Yet, even now, I’ll stand on a starting line and find myself looking left and right. I’ll see runners who look leaner, more muscular or better prepared, and that familiar shadow of doubt creeps in. I start to question...
Your Fitness Tracking App Is Sharing More Than Your Step Count – Here’s How To Fix It
Casually strolling through your neighbourhood. Logging the same 5k route you run every morning. Checking in at your favourite gym or Pilates class. For many of us, fitness tracking apps like Strava, Garmin, Apple Health and Fitbit have become part of the routine. They...
Warning: These Shoes Could Make You Run Further
Ready to take your running to the next kilometre – or twenty? Then it’s time to take a long, hard look at your fitness wardrobe. Yes, really. When you’re running long distance, your choice of gear makes a difference. Suddenly the cotton t-shirt that got you through...
The Boardroom Is Burned Out: Why Leading Is More Draining Than Ever
When we talk about mental health in the workplace, the conversation usually centres on employees navigating heavy workloads, long hours and post-pandemic burnout. And rightly so. But there is one group that is often left out of the discussion: senior leaders. While...
Here’s Why Creatine Is *That* Supplement Experts Say Women Shouldn’t Ignore
For years, creatine has been boxed in the “gym bro” category, sitting on the same shelf as bulking shakes and pre-workouts. But the truth is, this small yet powerful molecule does a lot more than just fuel big lifts. Research shows that creatine plays a crucial role...
The Most Decadent Chocolate Cookies You Can Make – And They’re Sugar-Free
Vegan, gluten-free and sugar-free! These chewy (almost brownie-like) dark chocolate cookies will actually boost your energy without that post sugar-high crash. They're really easy to make and can be made with pantry ingredients only! So no worries about fresh eggs or...
A Running Shoe Designed For All Runners To Lose Track Of Time
In a world where every kilometre is logged and every heartbeat is a metric, running can easily start to feel like a performance review. The New Balance Ellipse is here to change that narrative. As the brand’s most significant running proposition in a decade, the...
VO2 Max For Women: How To Increase Your Cardio Fitness, From A Running Coach
Realising you need to increase your VO2 max, whether from a Vitality cardio fitness assessment or otherwise, is a daunting task. All those numbers. The red on the gradient, and your score – decidedly far from the green end. What’s a busy woman to do? Here, Joanna...
What To Say To ChatGPT So It Produces A Safe, Quality Personalised Workout Program, According To Trainers
From building personalised workout plans to answering form questions, AI tools like ChatGPT are quickly becoming fixtures in the gym – and it’s clear as to why. “ChatGPT can harness the power of the internet to consolidate massive amounts of information in a matter of...
“These Are By Far The Most Flexible Running Shoes I’ve Ever Worn”
Every year, the running scene receives a high-tech upgrade. We aren’t complaining; if it means moving more, smashing personal bests and actually enjoying the kilometres, sign us up. Brooks Running has just raised the stakes with the Glycerin Flex, a silhouette...
This Sheet-Pan Salmon Packs 36g Of Protein – And It’s Ready In 30 Minutes
This vibrant salmon one-pan bake comes together so quickly, you could be halfway through a new Bridgerton season 4 episode or a 30-minute home workout and still serve a delicious plate of food. With 36g of protein per serving, this functional meal supports muscle...
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