Lifestyle

Eating quickly saves time, but it takes a toll on your health – here’s how

Simona pilolla 2 / Shutterstock By Esther Martínez Miguel, Universidad Nebrija and Silvia Gómez Senent, Universidad Nebrija Our fast-paced modern lives often rob us of time for basic activities like eating. Many of us grab something quick for breakfast on the way out of the house, or wolf down our lunch so we can gain a sliver more time to be productive at work, or to dedicate to our […]

August 7, 2024 17

Health / Medical

3 reasons you feel hungrier and crave comfort foods when the weather turns cold

Klaus Neilson/Pexels By Lauren Ball, The University of Queensland and Emily Burch, Southern Cross University As we move through Autumn, parts of Australia are starting to see cooler weather. For some of us, that can mean increasing feelings of hunger and cravings for “comfort food” such as as pasta, stews and ramen. But what’s happening in our body? 3 things change when it gets cold 1. Our body conserves […]

August 7, 2024 17

Health / Medical

Does ejaculating often reduce your risk of prostate cancer?

By Daniel Kelly, Sheffield Hallam University In terms of men’s health issues, prostate cancer features high on the agenda. It’s the second most diagnosed cancer in men globally – closely followed by lung cancer. And it’s the most common cancer in men in the UK. As the prostate is a reproductive organ with its main job being to help make semen – the fluid that carries sperm […]

April 24, 2024 22

Health / Medical

Why do we usually sleep at night? What happens when we don’t sleep? Expert insights into this essential part of our lives

By Karine Scheuermaier, University of the Witwatersrand; Alison Bentley, University of the Witwatersrand; Dale Rae, University of Cape Town; Francesc Xavier Gomez-Olive Casas, University of the Witwatersrand; Gosia Lipinska, University of Cape Town; Jonathan Davy, Rhodes University; Joshua Davimes, University of the Witwatersrand; Nomathemba Chandiwana, University of the Witwatersrand, and Oluwatosin Olorunmoteni, Obafemi Awolowo University Sleep is as essential to our health as food and water. It […]

March 14, 2024 22

Health / Medical

Charles Namaseb: A Decade of Fitness Passion

By Leonard Witbeen - 23rd January 2024 In a recent interview, with Future Media's Leonard Witbeen Charles Namaseb, also known as Coach Namaseb, shared insights into his remarkable journey in the fitness industry spanning nine years. As a fitness instructor, personal trainer, and crossfit trainer, Namaseb has dedicated himself to promoting healthy lifestyles through his bootcamp, which has been running successfully for seven years. Namaseb's passion for fitness emerged from […]

January 23, 2024 33

Health / Medical

Does exercise really do nothing for longevity, as a Finnish twins study suggests?

BGStock72/Shutterstock George M. Savva, Quadram Institute Surveys on lifestyle and longevity consistently find that people who do more exercise live longer. So it is surprising to see a report from the Finnish Twins Cohort Study that there is little direct effect of “leisure time physical activity” on lifespan. What makes this study different from others – and is it right? Human behaviour and biology are complex and interact with wider […]

January 10, 2024 18

Opinion Pieces

Prioritizing sports as a strategic objective at the University of Namibia

By Vincent Shimutwikeni Sports has long played a significant role in the lives of students and the community alike at the University of Namibia. Integrating sports as a strategic objective holds the potential to yield numerous benefits beyond the traditional boundaries of the playing field. The University of Namibia should elevate sports to a more prominent position and prioritize it in its strategic plan. After almost every weekend, you may […]

November 14, 2023 9

Opinion Pieces

The Paramount Importance of Severe Illness Cover

By Shali Nanghala, Head of Distribution: Momentum Retail In our ever-evolving world, life's unpredictabilities loom large. From global health crises to personal medical emergencies, we often find ourselves face to face with challenges that can profoundly impact our health and financial stability. In these uncertain times, the value of foresight and preparedness is unparalleled, and one essential element of this preparedness is severe illness cover. Let us delve into its vital […]

November 14, 2023 35

Opinion Pieces

Being financially prepared and resilient when facing a health challenge

By Mauriza Fredericks, Group Brand Manager, Old Mutual Namibia A health crisis can strike unexpectedly, putting a significant strain on not just our physical well-being but also our finances. Whether it's a sudden illness, a medical emergency, or a global pandemic like the one we experienced in recent years, building financial immunity against an unforeseen health challenge, will go a long way. Building Blocks of Financial Immunity Financial immunity can […]

October 30, 2023 9