
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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Alternative Medicine
Alternative Medicine We have all become incredibly reliant on Western or traditional medical techniques that often the idea of anything out of this spectrum can be slightly uncomfortable. However, people all over the world and across cultures have benefited from Alternative medicine and have chosen this way of healing as opposed to mainstream techniques. Alternative Medicine is an umbrella term for a variety of different health practices, which we will explore below: Acupuncture Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medicine technique that u
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Dietitians and Nutritionists how they can work hand in hand
Dietitian's and nutritionists are both professionals who specialise in food and nutrition, but they have distinct roles and responsibilities
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Colour therapy: Its methods and benefits
Colour therapy, otherwise known as Chromotherapy, is an alternative form of therapy that has evidence of use dating back thousands of years to ancient cultures in China and Egypt.
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The Power of Shamanic Healing
Shamanic healing, rooted in centuries-old traditions, offers a profound pathway to holistic wellness
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Embracing the Power of Music Therapy for Wellness
Music therapy offers a holistic and accessible pathway to healing, growth, and well-being for individuals of all ages and backgrounds
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Blood Test Analysis and Its Impact on Weight Management
Blood test analysis offers personalised insights into your body's hormonal balance, nutrient levels, and metabolism, helping you optimize your weight management strategy. Discover how it can make your diet plan more effective and sustainable.
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Unveiling the Role of Psychodynamic Psychotherapists
Ultimately, the goal of psychodynamic psychotherapy is not just symptom relief but holistic personal growth and fulfillment.
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What is Bodyworks Muscle Testing? Understanding the Basics and Benefits
Bodyworks Muscle Testing is a holistic tool for identifying imbalances through muscle responses. Learn how it supports physical, emotional, and preventative health, and why it’s gaining popularity as a non-invasive, personalized approach to wellness.
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Personal Shoppers
Some people know how to throw an outfit together just by looking at it on the shelf. Some people have the patience and the stamina to shop for hours, try on endless amounts of clothing and persevere until their wardrobe is up to date. Some of us, however, just don’t. This is where personal shoppers become the lifesavers of the fashion impaired or even just for the time constrained.
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The Science Behind Contemporary Pilates: How It Enhances Strength, Flexibility, and Balance
Contemporary Pilates improves strength, flexibility, and balance by focusing on core muscles, posture, and mindful movement. It enhances endurance, reduces injury risks, and fosters a strong mind-body connection, benefiting both physical and mental health.
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Anusara Yoga
Anusara partakes in a non-dual Tantric philosophy, meaning that their teachings revolve around the idea that there can only be good, and that goodness knows no opposite
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Bodytalk: Is this the right therapy for you?
If you are looking for a holistic approach to healing based on the principles of energy flow in the body, then Bodytalk could be perfect for you. According to Bodytalk therapy, the human body is a delicately balanced ecosystem of physiological, mental, biochemical, emotional and physical functions, all of which interact with environmental, genetic, and hereditary influences.
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Prenatal Yoga
Prenatal Yoga Yoga is a practice that embodies mind, body and soul. Pregnancy happens to be something that challenges the mind, body and soul. Pregnancy is an incredible journey that can be a testing time, and using Yoga throughout your pregnancy is beneficial to the way you experience being pregnant as well as how you experience giving birth. The Benefits of Prenatal Yoga Your body is always changing – and this change is experienced at an even more drastic and rapid rate when a woman’s body is carrying a child. Prenatal Yoga practices are
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Chinese Massage
Chinese Massage The Chinese Massage is yet another Eastern healing technique that has made waves in the Western world. People all around the globe can benefit from a Chinese Massage, whether it is for release from pain or release from psychological stress. Chinese Massage is rooted in the idea that our body is made up of energy and energy channels. Chinese Massage focuses on helping these energies and guiding blood flow to move throughout the body in a way that is continuous and fluid. The purpose of Chinese massage is to open up these channe
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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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How can Chakra Healing impact your life?
Chakras are simply defined as a central hub of energy within the body. The word ‘chakra’ originates from the language of Sanskrit and means ‘wheel’, which refers to the chakra’s function as a spinning vortex of various interacting energies, neurological systems, and physiological systems.
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