July 2013

Aerobics delays ageing

A person who maintains aerobic fitness may delay biological ageing by up to 12 years, a new analysis shows. 
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Diet and Depression

There are many exogenous and endogenous factors that can cause depression. Diet and depression tend to be reciprocally linked to each other, writes Dr Ingrid van Heerden.  
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10 basics for non-health fundis

Not everyone has the time to spend hours on their health every day. The good news is that it doesn't have to take lots of your time.
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Basic dental care for children

The teeth in a young child's mouth may not be permanent, but they require as much care as an adult's. Neglecting them can have lifelong consequences. 
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Losing your mind over headaches

It is mid-morning. You had a good night's sleep, a healthy breakfast and your usual morning coffee with two painkillers. Is a splitting headache part of your daily routine?
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