Whole Body Health: A Balanced Approach to Wellbeing
When we think about health, it’s common to get caught up in the physical aspects – fitness, weight, and the like. But health encompasses so much more than that. Whole body health recognizes that our physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being are all deeply interconnected. Therefore, to thrive, we need to nurture each of these […]
Hypothyroidism care: Insights from our Low-Carb study and what comes next
For millions of women living with hypothyroidism, the journey to better health is rarely straightforward. Weight struggles, fatigue, insulin resistance, and unpredictable symptoms are common frustrations. Standard treatments often center on adjusting thyroid medication to normalize TSH levels, but this “one-size-fits-all” approach leaves many women still feeling unwell. This is why our recent study conducted […]
WHOLE BODY HEALTH
“I’ve tried everything, and nothing works…” “Why do I keep struggling with my weight and energy?” “I want to feel in control of my health, but I don’t know where to start.” Sound familiar? Introducing WHOLE BODY HEALTH – a science-backed, dietician and coach-led, physician-guided 12-week online program designed to facilitate weight loss, balance […]
Calling all the masterminds behind the athletes—the coaches, trainers, nutritionists.
Calling all the masterminds behind the athletes—the coaches, trainers, nutritionists, and support staff who keep the wheels turning and the gains growing! We’re on a mission to learn what you think about pork. Yep, pork. The protein powerhouse that sparks debates and graces (or avoids) plates around the world. Whether you’re all-in on pork as […]
Rethinking Cancer: A Metabolic Approach to Breast Cancer
As we observe October, National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we are reminded of the ongoing battle against cancer, a complex adversary that continues to challenge researchers and medical professionals. Traditionally viewed as a genetic disease, cancer is increasingly being viewed through a metabolic lens—a perspective that offers transformative insights into its nature and potential treatment […]
Rethinking Alzheimer’s: Are We Asking the Right Questions?
For decades, Alzheimer’s disease has been perceived as a natural consequence of aging or linked predominantly to genetic predisposition. We’ve accepted that age, family history, and lifestyle factors like poor sleep, lack of exercise, or even high cholesterol play their roles. But are we looking deeply enough into the real causes? Could there be a […]
The Perils of Cybercrime: How Meta Can Better Protect Users from Scams and Brandjacking
In an era where digital platforms dominate our daily lives, the issue of cybercrime has become more pressing than ever. Recently, a concerning example of this emerged with a misleading deepfake video featuring Emeritus Professor Tim Noakes, which falsely advertised “erection dysfunction pills.” Despite accruing half a million views before its removal, the incident underscores […]
The Hidden Dangers of Modern Convenience: How Technology and Processed Foods Are Fuelling Childhood Obesity
As we mark Children’s Health Month alongside Women’s Health Month this August, it’s crucial to shine a light on an alarming trend: childhood obesity. This isn’t just a health issue; it’s a crisis that’s reshaping our children’s future. According to the World Health Organization, the number of overweight children under the age of 5 was […]
The Ozempic effect: Drugs vs Diet
“Let Food Be Thy Medicine and Medicine Be Thy Food.” – a familiar phrase from Hippocrates dating back to around 400BC. While a few things may have changed in the world since then, this statement has never been more relevant. There is a rising ‘tsunami’ of chronic condition diagnoses, both physical and mental, and along […]
Celebrating South Africa’s Women’s Day: Empowering women with hypothyroidism through LCHF lifestyle
Women’s Day in South Africa is celebrated on the 9th of August and commemorates the 1956 march where over 20,000 women of diverse backgrounds marched to the Union Buildings in Pretoria to protest against the apartheid government’s pass laws, which restricted the movement of black South Africans. This historic event marked a significant moment in […]