Author: Pie Mulumba
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Why Is Cancer Killing More Men Than Women?
While cancers affect both males and females, the cancer mortality rate is higher among men (1). In fact, while breast cancer is often associated with the female sex, men have higher death rates than women across all stages of breast cancer. While it’s important for both men and women to mitigate risk factors, one has…
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The Best Foods For Diabetes Awareness Month
[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]November is National Diabetes Month and according to recent statistics, 700 million people are expected to live with diabetes by 2030. For the…
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CODE RED: Climate Change Is Destroying Our Health, Says Lancet
While world leaders are making promises at the G20 summit that we hope they’re going to keep, a recent report from The Lancet has come out to remind us how our actions that have contributed to climate change aren’t harming the health of the planet, but also our own health. The Lancet Countdown report has signaled a…
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This Movember, Men Should Be Taking More Probiotics
It’s officially Movember and that means that the spotlight is not only on men and their mustaches but also on how well they take care of their health. We all know that probiotics are great for our health, but just how exactly can they help the men in our lives? Benefits of Probiotics for Men’s…
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Shakira: We Need To Preserve and Protect Our Planet
[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]Her hips don’t lie. However, if there’s one thing that Shakira is honest about, then it’s definitely the health and…
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Jay Shetty Speaks On Mindfulness and Prioritizing Your Health
When you hear the name Jay Shetty, what comes next? Motivational guru? Self-help philosopher? Mindful expert? All of these terms perfectly describe the business school graduate turned monk whose motivational approach to life has garnered immense support from millions of people across the world, including high-profile celebrities like Jennifer Aniston. If you’re looking to adopt a…
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Beating Breast Cancer With Dr. Justus Apffelstaedt
[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]While breast cancer affects over 2 million of the female population, as well as 1% of the male population, the outcomes are…
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Psychedelics Renaissance: A New Chapter for Mental Health
Whether it’s reeling from the COVID-19 pandemic, attempting to navigate a world rife with inequalities on every level, or battling the very serious climate crisis, it’s clear that we’re in the midst of a mental health crisis. With the growing rates of mental health disorders, it’s clear that there is a need for innovative and…
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Claire Adlam And Overcoming Substance Abuse & Addiction
Over 15% of South Africans are currently battling substance abuse and addiction, and with the mental health impact of the pandemic, this number is likely to rise. That said, while substance abuse can be a hard habit to kick, it is possible, and you can come out on the other side, better and in charge…
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How To Enjoy Halloween When Living With Diabetes
[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]The spooky season is here, which means Squid Game costumes, and a lot of sugar and sweets. Unfortunately, for the 460 million…