I can still remember the day I heard about PreP. The idea at the time seemed too good to be true. At least to someone who had been living with the virus her entire life. Whilst I had always been open and honest about being HIV positive. Most of…
With everything going up in price, it’s hard to imagine not doing everything in my power to save a little more. Whether that means buying less takeout. Or simply being more aware of where each cent goes every month. I am much more aware of my money. And areas…
You may think that cannabis is just for rolling a joint to get a mellow high. However, lately and increasingly, cannabis is being used by doctors to treat a multitude of serious health issues. Which has led to the production of medical cannabis. And to it being legalized in…
Inflammation is a defense mechanism by the body to protect us from infections from foreign organisms such as bacteria and viruses. However, sometimes the inflammation process can persist for longer than necessary. Which can lead to chronic inflammation. Which is an ongoing destructive process that can cause a number…
I started my fitness journey in school a long time ago as it was compulsory. Unlike some of my friends, I loved school sports. The five-days-a-week practices and matches. The camaraderie between the team and coaches. And the sense of eliteness found in being in the top team.
But like…
Whilst it has not landed in most African countries, Fenty Beauty, is the much-anticipated beauty line released by Rihanna thats taking the beauty world by storm. The line, which took two years to development has amazing results. With a strong complexion-focus, Rihanna and her team set out to create…
Traumatic stress reveals itself in different ways. You do not have to experience a traumatic event first hand to suffer from it. A traumatic experience can take us on a roller coaster ride of emotions. It can be enough to witness a traumatic event such as a violent crime,…
Everyday we have a choice to eat right. Whilst we may not have someone to force us to choose between a cheese burger or a plate of vegetables, no matter which way we look at it, eating healthy is whats best for us. Especially If you are serious about getting in shape, then you need to be even more serious about what you put in your body. All the exercising in the world can’t get you to where you want to be if you’re eating poorly.
Ah period’s. That one time of the month when, for some of us everything seems to stop. All of sudden you can start to feel more tired than usual, irritable and even upset at everything and everyone. For someone like me, my period is one of the worst weeks. Not just for me but for everyone around me. About a week before my period starts I become very irritable and angry at everyone and anyone. I start crying about everything and anything and I even start craving chocolate and sweets. Even though in my everyday life I hate chocolate and sweet things.