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Fakeaways at Home

Make your own – fakeaways at home! Sometimes you may feel like having pizza but don’t see yourself kneading bread dough and going through the whole process of making it yourself. Takeaways are convenient, but it can become quite expensive very quickly and a homemade meal is definitely healthier too. Heleen Meyer shares a lovely alternative for a quick homemade pizza. The base Heleen uses pita bread as the base […]

todayMarch 23, 2026 3

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Homemade Viaigrette

A classic vinaigrette (salad dressing) is typically a mixture of two-thirds oil and one-third acid, like vinegar or lemon juice. Here is a delicious recipe from Heleen Meyer, to add to your repertoire. She says, playing with seasonings like lemon rind, different kinds of mustard, herbs and dried spices make it easy to have a different flavour profile every time. Different herbs will all lend different flavours or by just […]

todayMarch 13, 2026 7

Health and Welfare

To Tattoo Or Not To Tatoo

Tattoos are a powerful form of self-expression, but they also represent lifelong chemical exposure. Growing research highlights important unanswered questions about toxicity, immune effects and long-term health. Tattoos are generally considered safe, but growing scientific evidence suggests tattoo inks are not biologically inert. The key question is no longer whether tattoos introduce foreign substances into the body, but how toxic those substances might be and what that means for long-term […]

todayMarch 10, 2026 2

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The Best of Broccoli

These ‘little trees’ are indeed part of the cruciferous family and known for its health benefits. Other veggies in this group include cauliflower, kale, spinach, Brussel sprouts and more. Broccoli is an excellent source of fibre, potassium, calcium and iron as well as vitamins A, C, K and B. Another reason why broccoli is considered a healthy ingredient, is the fact that it is low in kilojoules, but has the […]

todayMarch 9, 2026 5

Health and Welfare

Mental Health – Closure: What is it? How do we Achieve it?

What is closure in emotional situations?  Closure in relationships is a complex and deeply personal process that involves coming to terms with the end of a significant emotional bond. Whether it's the death of someone close to you, the end of a romantic relationship, friendship, or even a familial tie; seeking closure is often essential for emotional healing and moving forward. Many of us struggle with letting go, with moving […]

todayMarch 5, 2026 4

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Homemade Falafel

Wholesome bites! Falafel is becoming more and more popular on different restaurant and takeaway menus and is no longer just considered as a vegetarian menu option. Have you tried these aromatic Middle eastern chickpea bites before? Heleen Meyer is sharing her favourite Falafel recipe with us in this post. These vegetarian ‘meatballs’ are typically served with pitas, salad ingredients, and a dip like hummus  or a tahini sauce. This does […]

todayMarch 2, 2026 8

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Basil Butter

Make the most of basil season It’s summer and that means basil is available in abundance. This is definitely one of Heleen Meyer’s favourite herbs as she just loves the refreshing aroma. DID YOU KNOW this about BASIL - Basil is very easy to grow – both in a pot or in the garden. It just needs good soil and regular watering during the warm summer days. - Basil has […]

todayFebruary 23, 2026 6

Health and Welfare

HEALTH: Sacroiliac (SI) Joint Pain

7 Causes of Sacroiliac (SI) Joint Pain (Lower Back Pain) How to know if you just have a lower-back tweak or if you need to see your doctor. Key Factors If you have a dull ache in your lower back that extends down to your buttocks and gets worse when you do things like walk, sit or stand for long periods of time, it could be connected to your sacroiliac […]

todayFebruary 23, 2026 6

Interesting Stories

Reach for the Stars

UNIVERSE OF POSSIBILITIES By Naledi Sikhakhane 23-year-old Nkosinathi Sangweni's journey from rural KZN to the European laboratory for particle physics. Curiosity, collaboration and a passion for discovering how the universe works have propelled this rising astrophysicist onto the global science scene – and it’s only the beginning. From the quiet village of Ntendeka in Ulundi, KwaZulu-Natal, to the cutting-edge laboratories of the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN) in Geneva, […]

todayFebruary 19, 2026 3

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