Even though genetics may play a small role in memory loss over the years, it is never too early or too late to focus on brain health, and understand which lifestyle changes can help and protect us from problems with our memory throughout life. Daily exercise – at least 30
The amount of refined and processed sugar that children consume annually has become a major concern internationally. Studies indicate that many kids eat their bodyweight in sugar annually. In South Africa young kids eat an average of 8 teaspoons of sugar a day, way above the recommended 3 teaspoons. The
B(anting) or no to B(anting)? Low fat or low carbs? The list of diets that claims to work goes on and on. It is all rather confusing. There are so many foods to avoid. In desperation you ask yourself: What should we really be eating? What should be on our
It’s well-established that your diet can significantly help reduce the risk of developing cancer. Growing evidence from recent studies shows that eating the right kind of foods plays an important part in helping to prevent breast cancer. CRUCIFEROUS VEGETABLES: Cruciferous vegetables such as cauliflower, garlic, onions, leeks, cabbage and red cabbage
What is fibre in food? Dietary fibre is mostly made up of the indigestible parts of plants, which pass relatively unchanged through our digestive system (stomach and intestines). Fibre is essential to keep the digestive system healthy. Food such as fish, meat and dairy products do not contain any fibre.
There are few things as refreshing as an ice cold drink on a hot day. But is it really as good for you as it feels? Sugar, like alcohol and cocaine, activates the brain’s reward area, causing the nerve cells to release dopamine, which in turn leads to the feeling
During the Oscar Pistorius trial an individual’s reaction when faced with perceived danger formed part of the defence team’s legal argument. The “fight or flight” response to danger created much public interest at the time. But what really happens in the body when faced with a “fight or flight” situation?
The use of a plastic tongue scraper following the morning and evening ritual of brushing teeth and flossing, is of great benefit to both children and adults. While asleep at night, bacteria accumulates on one’s tongue from nose- and sinus drips. These bacteria then divide rapidly and re-infect the nose
Exercise does not only help with weight loss. There are just so many profound benefitsfor the body of regular exercise; and exercise too benefits every type of disease that humans can get. Lets remind ourselves once again about some of the amazing benefits of daily physical activity: Exercise improves your
Age Group Recommended hours of sleep needed Newborns (0-3 months) 14-17 hours Infants (4-11 months) 12-15 hours Toddlers (1-2 years) 11-14 hours Preschoolers (3-5) 10-13 hours School-age children (6-13) 9-11 hours Teenagers (14-17) 8-10 hours Young adults (18-25) 7-9 hours Adults (26-64) 7-9 hours Seniors (65 and older) 7-8
