Throughout a woman’s life she will experience different phases of her cycle. One of these phases is menopause, which is more commonly known as “the change” and brings with it many symptoms which are often unpleasant and sometimes can even be described as a rollercoaster ride. Menopause usually occurs around the age of 51, however…
It’s astounding how easy it is to fall off the wagon when faced with delectable holiday treats. For many, January is a time of drastic change fueled by the need to fit into your jeans again and not get too flustered walking up a flight of stairs. But that, unfortunately, is easier said than done.…
Painful urination (dysuria) is a common symptom when dealing with infections in the urethra, bladder and kidneys, and can make you feel uncomfortable and even disrupt your daily activities. Dysuria affects men, women, and children and makes relieving yourself an extremely painful experience. Often this symptom is associated with infections such as urinary tract infections…
Job seekers and employees worry about a thousand things—from wearing the right clothes and saying appropriate things during a first interview, to performing their responsibilities and duties well once employed.
People with psoriasis worry about one more thing––their skin.
Healthy, clear skin can make a positive and lasting first impression. Red, itchy, scaly skin1,2 that sheds…
Optimise weight management by tailoring your diet to your genes and having a personalised eating plan
With the festive season approaching, managing your eating habits might be hard. Even with the best of intentions, ditching unhealthy food and choosing to eat better over the holiday period can be a challenge.
Fad diets promise dramatic and…
Summer is synonymous with sun, fun and holidays – but not for many who suffer from eczema, psoriasis and dermatitis which all become most active during this season.
Eczema, or atopic dermatitis, is an itchy skin, inflammatory condition, suffered by millions across the globe. It usually develops in early childhood and is often debilitating, exacerbated by perspiration,…
Inactive or sedentary individuals double their risk of suffering a heart attack or stroke compared to those who are regularly active. The good news is that 80% of heart disease and strokes can be prevented through lifestyle, diet and exercise. As such, it is vitally important that people implement healthy foods rich in Omega-3 fatty…
As the health consumer dynamics in South Africa evolve, ADCO CBD has re-aligned its e-commerce models. ADCO CBD's relaunched customer-focussed website will now incorporate a convenient online store with free delivery nationwide and door-to-door delivery.
This simple, modern experience allows consumers to shop, compare, select and buy ADCO CBD health and wellness products from one…
Dr Karin Baatjes, Specialist Surgeon and by Dr Justus Apffelstaedt, specialist surgeon with an interest in breast, thyroid and parathyroid health as well as soft tissue surgical oncology.
We define breast cancer as being in a young patient when the woman is younger than 35 or 40 years of age. While in the western societies one…
Invest in your health by understanding your immune system better
If you are afraid of getting Covid-19, watching the numbers increase daily, you are not alone. It is normal to feel slightly fearful of getting the dreaded virus as it seems to be becoming more and more unpredictable. The news is filled with bad news…