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The Naked Truth
Women's Health South Africa

The Naked Truth

We asked our experts the things you might not want to…

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December 2018
The Dangers Of Crash Dieting
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The Dangers Of Crash Dieting

It’s a new year and you so want to undo what you did during the silly season. In the event that you’re tempted to type ‘lose 5kg in 10 days’ into Google, first, you should once and for all learn about crash dieting.

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January/February 2019
Dig In!
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Dig In!

If your NY’s resolution is to “eat healthier”, welcome to the dizzying world of decision making: spinach or kale? Fresh or frozen? Both? Neither? Let us help you navigate the overwhelming bounty at the supermarket with a few no-stress rules.

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4 mins  |
January/February 2019
Go For Goals
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Go For Goals

The reason you can’t reach your goal? It starts at the very beginning. Use this step-by-step guide to set goals you’ll actually stick to.

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4 mins  |
January/February 2019
Your Body On... Hiit
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Your Body On... Hiit

The exercise theory behind the acronym promises major results from mini time slots – but what’s actually going on beneath the Lycra when you HIIT it hard?

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January/February 2019
You Can Do This... Cricket
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You Can Do This... Cricket

Step into the oval for next-level fitness gains.

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January/February 2019
Eat Yourself Clever
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Eat Yourself Clever

Make decisions like a boss, up your focus and improve your memory with this new plate plan.

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July 2019
Big Cars, Little Women
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Big Cars, Little Women

The headline of this article should get your blood boiling. It does mine. Because I hate that women are seen as too dainty to drive big cars. Here’s why this couldn’t be further from the truth…

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August 2019
Anxious? Depressed? Hyper? Distracted?
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Anxious? Depressed? Hyper? Distracted?

Cases of ADHD in women are far more likely to be missed, or misdiagnosed, than in men. Read on to find out why this damaging mental health disorder continues to hide in plain sight

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April 2019
Your Body On Eating Too Much
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Your Body On Eating Too Much

Perhaps the real magic of a long weekend is its ability to render rational humans incapable of stopping at just one helping at a leisurely brunch. But what are all those extra mouthfuls actually doing to your body?

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April 2019
WTF Is Ayurveda?
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WTF Is Ayurveda?

It’s the ancient science inspiring modern meal plans, travel retreats and self-help books. WH delves behind the doshas to find out how – and why – Ayurveda has gone mainstream

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April 2019
Lorna Maseko Slow Down For What?
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Lorna Maseko Slow Down For What?

Ballet dancer. TV star. Celebrity chef. Entrepreneur. Will not be stopped.

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April 2019
All Hail The Super Carbs
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All Hail The Super Carbs

In your average line-up of nutritional heavyweights, the humble beige carb is nowhere to be seen. But, while we know the macronutrient is essential for energy, science is now pointing to carbohydrates as the key to achieving a healthy body composition too. Thinking of dodging carbs to shed some extra weight? Perhaps think again

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April 2019
Mind Your Language
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Mind Your Language

Loud and proud boss babe? Vocal about your #ladieswholift gains? Cutesy terms to denote women’s strength, power and status have crept into our conversations. As research suggests the way you talk about yourself could be sabotaging your progress, we ask if it’s time for this rhetoric to get a rebrand

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June 2019
Gabrielle Strikes Gold
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Gabrielle Strikes Gold

HER LATEST ROLE DOESN'T COME WITH A READY-MADE SCRIPT OR HANDY STAGE DIRECTIONS. AS A NEW MOM, GABRIELLE UNION IS WRITING HER STORY AS SHE GOES - AND LEARNING WHAT IT MEANS TO RAISE A STRONG DAUGHTER. (HINT: LEAVE THE JUDGEMENTS AT THE DOOR...)

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June 2019
Glowing Hot And Cold
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Glowing Hot And Cold

Skin products and treatments that utilise cool and warm temperatures with the goal of achieving instant radiance – here’s what you need to know about whether it’s time to heat things up or cool things down

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June 2019
Reach Your Body Goals
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Reach Your Body Goals

Whether you want to beat bloat, drop a few kilos or just feel better, these five expert-approved rules are so simple, you’ll forget you’re even trying

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June 2019
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Gold Sweats

Move over, hot yoga – if you want to lose weight, boost your mental health and achieve flawless, glowing skin, it’s time to get your chill on

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June 2019
If Looks Could Fill…
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If Looks Could Fill…

Still hungry? Thing is, you may be fuller than you feel. Time to change your perspective and curb those cravings for good

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September 2018
The F Word: Why Failure Is Your Friend
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The F Word: Why Failure Is Your Friend

Failure: doesn’t sound great, feels even worse. But is there a chance it could be your new secret weapon?

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September 2018
Manage Your Money Like A F*cking Grown-Up
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Manage Your Money Like A F*cking Grown-Up

You’re 32 on paper, but your bank account looks like it belongs to Jimmy Neutron. Time to put on those big-girl panties – it’s really not that hard.

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September 2018
Brave Strong Sexy Unathi
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Brave Strong Sexy Unathi

UnathiNkayiis giving us serious body goals. Shes also as real as they come and firmly rooted in her sense of self. The singer, songwriter and Idols judge levels with us about hernoqualmsattitude toageing, her healthy relationship with food and how she gets that waist so snatched.

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October 2018
Breast Cancer Myths Busted!
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Breast Cancer Myths Busted!

In the ever-changing world of stats about boob health, we consulted the experts to find out whats legit and whats not.

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October 2018
The Gender Play Gap
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The Gender Play Gap

Team sports have the power to transform your health, wealth and happiness. So why are women still not playing? We went to the netball court to find out

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October 2018