ADHD OR CONSTANTLY DISTRACTED? HOW TO TELL THE DIFFERENCE IN TODAY’S ALWAYS-ON WORLD
As October marks Mental Health Awareness Month, attention is turning to how today’s fast-paced, digitally driven lifestyle overlaps with the symptoms of adult ADHD. Constant notifications, the pressure to multitask and everyday stress, are leaving many adults wondering whether their struggles to focus and concentrate stem from clinical ADHD or if it’s simply the effects […]
Panado® Understands Pain Doesn’t Always Look The Same In Little Ones
Little ones have their own way of saying “ouch” – some cry, some cling, some go quiet. When these moments come, Panado®’s Paediatric Range of syrups get to work immediately1 delivering the trusted2 pain relief South African families have relied on for generations. Pain Doesn’t Always Look Like Pain While older children can usually tell you how they’re feeling, younger […]
Growing up strong: Why milk and dairy matter for teenagers
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 more […]
How iron deficiency fuels exam stress and compromises learner performance
As exam season approaches, students across the country prepare for one of their most challenging academic periods. Research reveals a critical yet overlooked element affecting student performance: low iron stores and anaemia and their profound impact on cognitive function and stress management, especially amongst school-going teens. As part of the “Iron It Out” awareness campaign […]
The Red Flags Women are Living With
Anaemia’s alarming menstrual connection that women and medical practitioners don’t think or talk about enough. Heavy menstrual bleeding is a leading cause of low iron stores and anaemia in young women. World Health Organisation statistics show that 43% of reproductive-age women in Sub-Saharan Africa suffer from iron-deficiency anaemia, and for many of them this is […]
Skin Healing Accelerators
Ingredients that are scientifically proven to speed up skin repair and recovery E45 has formulated its lotions, face care range, and creams with powerful ingredients which help to speed up recovery and support skin health. Understanding The Skin’s Moisture Barrier Your skin is the largest organ in your body,1a and it’s constantly working to protect you from germs, regulate your […]
NEW STUDIES HIGHLIGHT ROOIBOS’ ROLE IN WOMEN’S HEALTH
As South Africa celebrates Women’s Month, new insights from leading researchers reveal that more women than ever are making the switch to healthier beverages with Rooibos emerging as a top contender. Tea remains a firm favourite among South Africans, with over 22 million adults enjoying a daily cup. Notably, women lead this trend, with data from […]
Sore Throat, Strep Throat, or Tonsillitis: What’s the Difference?
Not all sore throats are the same, but Cepacol® is here to help. Whether it’s a scratchy irritation, strep throat, or tonsillitis, Cepacol®’s range of soothing lozenges1, hot medication2&3, and the new raspberry-flavoured effervescent4 explores the differences between a sore throat, strep throat and tonsillitis. The scratchy throat If you regularly breathe through your mouth, especially while sleeping, […]
OVERWHELMED BY OVERWHELM
“It’s all just too much” – it’s the lament so many women 25 years and over seem to be sharing. But there could be an underlying reason say experts, who are urging patients and medical professionals alike to consider whether low iron stores and/or anaemia is what’s quietly stealing women’s energy. Low iron stores and […]
Three Reasons You Have a Sore Throat but No Fever
Cepacol®, known for its sore throat lozenges1, hot medication2&3, and now new raspberry-flavoured effervescent4, explores three reasons you have a sore throat but no fever. 1. Tonsillitis Your tonsils – those two small lumps of soft tissue at the back of your throat5a – are like your body’s built-in defence team, helping to trap germs and […]