Health and Fitness

Considered an ancient superfood, beetroot comes with a long list of health benefits many of which contribute to human heart health.

With their high nutritional value and wide range of medicinal uses mushrooms have earned themselves the title of "Food Medicine".

The St Blaize trail is a stunning and easy to do hike which runs for 13.5km along the ocean cliff tops of Mossel Bay.

The Otter Trail Hike is possibly one of the most beautiful in the country, while also not too hardcore for the average person.

Popular or not, before consuming kefir one should ask, what is it? And what are the benefits or risks involved in using it?

Ignoring the reasons behind salty and sweet food cravings won’t make them go away and could interfere with the bodies ability to function.

Our bedtime routines have a great effect on sleep quality, regardless of anything else happening around us.

A testing but totally exquisite journey awaits anyone wanting to try the Cradock and George Peak hike.

Ginger is full of health benefits that offer powerful support for our immune system. But how does it work?

Stevia is an incredibly sweet, plant-based sugar alternative, but what are the benefits to using it? And are there any risks?

Eating fresh nutritious foods can go a long way to improve breast health and our body's overall ability to stay in peak condition.

What exactly is kombucha tea? Is it as full of health benefits as most says it is? And are there any risks in drinking it?

Sticking to a set sleep schedule and maintaining consistent sleeping and waking times will improve the quality of your sleep.

Bacon is considered a less than healthy option, but only because of all the unnecessary additives and methods used to make it.

Take a moment at the start of your day to set yourself on the right course. Gift your mind and body the attention and love that it deserves.

Drinking water every day is a must. Staying hydrated will improve the entire functionality of your body as well as promote longevity.

To really enjoy the holiday season we need to keep our gut happy too. Remember, a happy body equals a happy mind!

Most of us are in fact eating too fast. And the negative effects on our health are more serious than many realise.

These exceptionally delicious yet healthy dessert recipes will ensure that you willingly stay true to your body these holidays.

Sometimes our eyes can be much bigger than our tummies. So its good to have a rough idea of what your ideal portion size should be.

I had heard about the benefits of drinking lemon water, but there are so many "health tips" out there, and this was one I simply didn't focus on. Until I personally experienced the wonderful results.

A break down of our daily vitamin requirements, the protective and restorative aids that our bodies need to maintain a healthy balanced life.

Daily nutrition is a massive topic yet it is crucial to maintaining a healthy balanced life, so to start, let's look at how much of each mineral we need.

Cardiovascular disease is the world’s most common cause of death. But there are some self-tests we can regularly perform to check up on our heart health.