Have you hit that mid-winter slump where you find yourself repeating the same familiar meals? We ask a lot from our winter food. It needs to support our immunity and wellness while also giving us the nourishment and comfort we need through the coldest months.
But cooking doesn't have to become part of winter's drag.…
We build, maintain and preserve the health of our bones throughout our lifetime. Bone health is shaped by the daily choices we make about nutrition, physical activity and lifestyle - from childhood right through to older age. Strong bones are one of the most crucial foundations for healthy ageing, impacting on long-term mobility and independence.…
The way we think about weight loss today is a clear shift away from traditional dieting. While medications like GLP-1 have become a major talking point, they are just one part of a broader change in how people are approaching their health. Today, the focus is no longer only on eating less or cutting out…
A healthy lifestyle does not mean that you have to play an organised sport or follow a gym routine. There are so many other ways that South Africans can embrace an active lifestyle – which is the most powerful choice you can make for your overall health. The combination of moving more, conscious eating and…
Versatile dairy plays many starring roles in our summer eating – from the honest simplicity of a refreshing, cold glass of milk on a hot day to being the game-changing ingredient in a stylish dish created to impress.
With dairy in focus, your summer tables can be effortless, delicious, and full of…
South African summers are made for good food with big flavour and freshness, and there are few pairings more effortlessly delicious than stone fruit and cheese. Juicy peaches, nectarines, and plums bring freshness, delicate aromas, natural sweetness and juiciness while cheese adds saltiness, creaminess and depth. Together, they meet in the middle - bright, balanced…
The teenage years are a once-in-a-lifetime window to build strong bones, a bright mind and a healthy body for life
As parents, we're laser-focused on nutrition for our babies and young children, making sure they get every nutrient needed for healthy growth. But once our children reach adolescence, our focus tends to shift. We're…
The mid-winter chill brings a sense of contraction, and it's natural to feel like curling up under a blanket rather than stepping out. But no matter the weather, our busy lives go on and we have little choice but to wrap up as best we can and get through these colder days. What helps is…
We all know how it goes. It's another crazy-busy day, and just when we need sharp focus and steady energy, we start to feel that dull slump coming on. Suddenly, we're reaching for an extra-strong coffee or something sweet for a desperate pick-me-up. This might help for a moment or two, but that quick fix…
Dairy products provide unique health benefits that go beyond their individual nutrients
For years, nutrition science has focused on how individual nutrients in foods are linked to health, like calcium being good for bones or saturated fats being a risk factor for heart disease. However, current research reveals that the health effects of…