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Health and Welfare

Ageing: What is Fact and What is Myth

In our Medical Myths series, we approach medical misinformation head on. Using expert insight and peer reviewed research to wrestle fact from fiction, MNT brings clarity to the myth riddled world of health journalism. Addressing the ‘inevitabilities’ of ageing: What is fact and what is myth? According to the World Health Organization (WHO), “between 2000 and 2050, the proportion of the world’s population over 60 years will double from about […]

todaySeptember 29, 2025 5

Recipes

Homemade Hummus – Two Ways

Hummus is becoming a very popular and versatile condiment for a range of meals. It’s no longer something that only vegetarians enjoy. This chickpea dip has its origin in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines, and it is as versatile as it is nutritious – definitely more than just a dip for veggie sticks. Heleen Meyer has a quick and easy recipe and shares more ways to even get creative with […]

todaySeptember 26, 2025 5

Interesting Stories

What African Cuisine Teaches Us About Community

Across Africa’s 54 countries and thousands of ethnic groups, one theme is consistent: Food is not just nourishment - it is a celebration of community, culture, and connection. Whether it’s a family meal in Lagos, a street food feast in Addis Ababa, or a ceremonial dish in Dakar, African cuisine teaches us that the act of eating is deeply communal and symbolic. The Power of Shared Meals: Eating Together, Living […]

todaySeptember 23, 2025 5

Recipes

Cheesecake Jars

Many people absolutely love cheesecake, but it’s one of those sweet treats that could be tricky to bake. Then this no-bake recipe from Heleen Meyer is just what you need – simplicity at its best! It’s not overly rich, as there is no cream or condensed milk in the recipe, so it’s not excessively sweet either and a much healthier option, without sacrificing on taste – that we can promise […]

todaySeptember 19, 2025 8

Interesting Stories

Are Pringles Chips Made of Real Potatoes?

Pringles are not actually chips. I mean, they're made with potatoes, of course, but... If you ask people how Pringles are made, someone would probably say that Pringles are made by shaving thin slices of potato, frying them, and adding salt, spices, and other garnishes. But here's how Pringles are made. Start with a dough of rice, wheat, corn and potato flakes that are made into a dough. The snack […]

todaySeptember 16, 2025 16

Health and Welfare

Acedia – A Lesser-Known Affliction

Living circumstances change for people as they, age and very often this, plus the loss of friends and family leads to people withdrawing from others on a social level. When this occurs, it is so easy to become negative and dejected. Often this leads to people visiting the doctor known as Dr Me or Dr Myself for a diagnosis and too often this means a conclusion that I make to […]

todaySeptember 8, 2025 6

Recipes

Steak Sarmies for Springtime!

Gather friends around a table and enjoy this fuss-free meal together. Every one can ‘build’ their own sandwich from the choice of ingredients and accompaniments. Heleen Meyer shares her recipe to prepare delicious strips of steak, seasoned with a simple rub. For the best results it would be ideal to braai the steaks over the coals, until done medium or even medium-rare. She does give the recipe to pan-fry the […]

todaySeptember 5, 2025 14

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Interesting Stories

Interview: Kyle Meadows

Welcome to Styleskoops, where we dive deep into the stories behind inspiring journeys and standout success. Today, we have the privilege of chatting with Kyle Meadows, a remarkable individual whose path from professional rugby player to multi-award-winning entrepreneur is nothing short of extraordinary. We’ll explore how his sporting experiences shaped his approach to business and leadership, uncover the mindset and habits that fuelled his rise across diverse industries, and hear […]

todaySeptember 3, 2025 50

Health and Welfare

How Well are You Aging?

Sit-to-stand: The simple test that reveals how you're ageing By Jasmin Fox-Skelly The sit-to-stand test takes just 30 seconds to complete, but its results can provide profound insights into your health. Getting out of a chair may seem too trivial a task to pay much attention to, but your ability to do so actually reveals a great deal about your health. To assess this, doctors use the sit-to-stand test (STS), […]

todaySeptember 1, 2025 11

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