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In The Deep End
Women's Health South Africa

In The Deep End

Olivia Munn – Actress and Activist – Reveals Why She Trains for Every Aspect of Her Life, the Power of Martial Arts and Her Unique Take on the Meaning of Strength. (Oh, and Don’t Forget Her Closetful of Alternative Therapies, Like Magnets, Tuning Forks and Crystal Healing Mats.) Come on, Dive in

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5 mins  |
September 2019
Sneak Attack
Women's Health South Africa

Sneak Attack

Lugging around a box of tissues is a clear sign of pollen-induced grief. But under-the-radar allergy symptoms can bring full-body misery. Enter our guide to spotting - and treating - them

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3 mins  |
September 2019
Heavy Lifting
Women's Health South Africa

Heavy Lifting

There’s a fine line between caring for those around you and drowning in their issues. Excess empathy leaving you drained? Time to lighten your load

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4 mins  |
September 2019
Control Your Inner Klutz
Women's Health South Africa

Control Your Inner Klutz

Writer Leslie Goldman’s life has been a blooper reel of slips and spills. Fear not. There’s hope at the end of her – and your – black-and-blue rainbow.

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2 mins  |
July 2019
Women's Health South Africa

Worried Sick

Trying to rid our lives of everything evil – household allergens, pesticides in food, electromagnetic currents – is creating cleanliness craziness. One writer explores how much detoxing we really need to do to stay healthy.

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3 mins  |
July 2019
Give It A Rest
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Give It A Rest

Taking short tech breaks can supercharge your mind and help you make the most of the precious hours in a day. You’ll be happier and healthier for it (and your phone will still be there – we promise)

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7 mins  |
July 2019
The Vagina Files
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The Vagina Files

We’re not afraid to get real about sexual health. But have you got the low-down on your lady bits?

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8 mins  |
July 2019
Danai Gurira
Women's Health South Africa

Danai Gurira

Kicks Ass On-screen And Off, But She Is Happiest Using Her Forces For Good.

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6 mins  |
November 2018
Open-Water Swimming
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Open-Water Swimming

Yes, you! Its time for a deep-dive into this body-sculpting sport

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3 mins  |
November 2018
Nix Back Pain For Good
Women's Health South Africa

Nix Back Pain For Good

Meet the four most common culprits causing your aches and pains and the exercise moves that will help.

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3 mins  |
November 2018
And Breathe...
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And Breathe...

Scrambling to keep up as the year snowballs into its chaotic end? This simple health upgrade that you can do in your sleep could improve everything from your energy levels to your sex life, as long as you do it right

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6 mins  |
November 2018
Excess All areas
Women's Health South Africa

Excess All areas

Diamant bikinis, false eyelashes and fake tan paired with bulging biceps, solid quads and rock-hard abs a new sort of beauty pageant? WH has a backstage pass to the increasingly mainstream world of the bikini fitness competition.

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7 mins  |
November 2018
Kick The Last 5 Kilos
Women's Health South Africa

Kick The Last 5 Kilos

Hit a bump in thefat-burn road? Jump-start your motivation, navigate surprising obstacles and move those last kilos with these strategies from experts

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9 mins  |
November 2018
Pretty Little Pills
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Pretty Little Pills

They promise to make you smoother, glossier and younger – but can supplements really tackle our quest to look better from the inside out?

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4 mins  |
August 2018
The Healing Power Of Lipstick
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The Healing Power Of Lipstick

Against A Backdrop Of The Freshest Lip Colours, We Salute The Extraordinary Emotional Perks Wrapped Up In A Single Tube

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4 mins  |
August 2018
Pivot To Your Passion
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Pivot To Your Passion

Itching to flex your entrepreneurial muscle, but not sure where to start? These four women have been there – and they made it work. Your dream job starts here

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5 mins  |
December 2018
My Signature Look
Women's Health South Africa

My Signature Look

Everybody has that one detail that defines who they are: can you imagine Janelle Monáe without her pompadour hairstyle? Or Cara Delevingne without those fierce brows? Or even Gwen Stefani without that sultry red lip she rocks on and off the stage? Although we live by radical transformations, we’re just as inspired by women who can stand firm in their signature styles. We asked very different women to share their defining looks. Whether it’s one product or 10, the takeaway is inspiring

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3 mins  |
December 2018
Dinner Deluxe
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Dinner Deluxe

What better way to celebrate the end of the year than with big hearty trays and plates of nourishing food to share? These dishes may be indulgent, but they’re healthy too, we promise!

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5 mins  |
December 2018
The Best Weight-Loss Advice Ever
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The Best Weight-Loss Advice Ever

After 100 issues, we’d like to think we know fat-loss fact from fad – and the oldies are often the goodies. Here, we share the best pieces of lipid-torching wisdom backed by experts and road-tested by real women. Interested? Let’s go

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8 mins  |
December 2018
One To 100 - It Was The 100 Issues That..
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One To 100 - It Was The 100 Issues That..

Superfoods reigned, sleep became a global priority and we all hit the weights section. WH takes a trip down memory lane with the biggest well-being game changers since our debut issue hit local news stands

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4 mins  |
December 2018
The Naked Truth
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The Naked Truth

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

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7 mins  |
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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9 mins  |
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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2 mins  |
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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2 mins  |
January/February 2019
Eat Yourself Clever
Women's Health South Africa

Eat Yourself Clever

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

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5 mins  |
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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4 mins  |
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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8 mins  |
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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1 min  |
April 2019