The skin barrier reset: Your winter routine needs

When winter arrives, your skin often feels it first. Cold mornings, dry inland air, icy winds, indoor heating and hotter showers can all leave the skin feeling tighter, flakier and more reactive than usual. That tightness is often the first sign the seal is compromised, not simply a lack of oil. Winter skin is not always…

BySpice4Life NewsJuly 13, 20260Comments

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WINTER PRUNING: WHAT TO CUT BACK NOW (AND WHAT TO LEAVE UNTIL SPRING)

Winter may be a garden's quiet season, but it's also one of the best times to grab the secateurs. With sap flow slowed and deciduous trees stripped bare, it's far easier to see plant structure and make confident cuts rather than guess. It also places less stress on plants and lowers the risk of disease…

BySpice4Life NewsJuly 13, 20260Comments

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The hidden hotspots spreading colds through your home

A sniffle at the dinner table or a scratchy throat when your child returns from school can, within days, have the entire family suffering from coughs and shivering with fever. “When one family member gets ill, cold and flu viruses, especially during colder months, can easily spread through a family since everyone spends more time…

BySpice4Life NewsJuly 8, 20260Comments

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Winter-Proofing Baby’s Skin: How to Prevent Dryness During the Colder Months

With winter setting in across South Africa, many parents notice changes in their baby's skin. Dry patches, irritation, flakiness and increased sensitivity are common during winter, when cold outdoor air and indoor heating can strip the skin of its natural moisture. Because a baby's skin is thinner and more delicate than an adult's, it loses…

BySpice4Life NewsJuly 7, 20260Comments

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Vegetables disappear from South African plates when winter hits

As temperatures drop, breakfasts become toast instead of tomatoes, lunches lean towards bread and soup, and hearty dinners replace lighter meals. It's an entirely human response to winter, but one that can leave vegetables falling further down the shopping list. Every winter, South Africans naturally gravitate towards warm, comforting meals, but in the process, vegetables…

BySpice4Life NewsJuly 7, 20260Comments

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National Savings Month: Choose the right stokvel to maximise your savings

South Africa marks National Savings Month in July. Among the many ways to save, stokvels can play a vital role in helping people pool resources and manage financial pressure. According to the National Stokvel Association of South Africa, there are around 800,000 of these community-based, deposit-taking clubs nationwide, with combined assets worth over R50 billion.…

BySpice4Life NewsJuly 7, 20260Comments

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The winter grooming habits South African men are finally talking about

Winter has a way of exposing the grooming habits many men neglect for the rest of the year. Dry skin, rough patches, cracked hands and discomfort often become unavoidable once temperatures drop, yet many South African men still view skincare as something complicated or unnecessary. The reality is that good grooming has less to do…

BySpice4Life NewsJuly 7, 20260Comments

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Five common misconceptions about caring for small dogs, according to a vet

They may be small enough to fit comfortably on your lap, but many small and mini breed dogs will spend several more years by your side than their larger counterparts. While giant breeds may have an average lifespan of around eight to 10 years, many small breeds commonly live for 15 years or longer. Yet…

BySpice4Life NewsJuly 7, 20260Comments

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PATIENTS URGED TO PRIORITISE SAFETY WHEN CONSIDERING WEIGHT-LOSS INJECTIONS

Growing public interest in injectable weight-loss medicines, including semaglutide products, has highlighted the importance of patient awareness, appropriate medical oversight and the use of medicines supplied through the formal regulatory framework. Recent regulatory concerns in South Africa have drawn attention to the potential risks associated with unregistered or improperly supplied GLP-1/GIP injectable products, particularly where…

BySpice4Life NewsJuly 7, 20260Comments

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Bringing home twins or multiples? Six health and safety essentials every parent should know

Welcoming twins or multiples is an exciting milestone for any family, but caring for more than one newborn at a time comes with unique health and safety considerations. While most parents focus on preparing the nursery and stocking up on essentials, healthcare professionals say the first few months are also about creating routines that support development, safe…

BySpice4Life NewsJuly 3, 20260Comments

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The skin barrier reset: Your winter routine needs

WINTER PRUNING: WHAT TO CUT BACK NOW (AND WHAT TO LEAVE UNTIL SPRING)

The hidden hotspots spreading colds through your home

Winter-Proofing Baby’s Skin: How to Prevent Dryness During the Colder Months

Vegetables disappear from South African plates when winter hits

National Savings Month: Choose the right stokvel to maximise your savings

The winter grooming habits South African men are finally talking about

Five common misconceptions about caring for small dogs, according to a vet

PATIENTS URGED TO PRIORITISE SAFETY WHEN CONSIDERING WEIGHT-LOSS INJECTIONS

Bringing home twins or multiples? Six health and safety essentials every parent should know

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