Lose fat, be healthier! Written by Dr Arien van der Merwe, medical doctor, natural and ethno-medicine practitioner and author of the soon to be released book (NB Publishers) on diabetes and metabolic syndrome Losing weight, especially fat weight, is not only about a better looking body, but more importantly, about managing the health risks that read more…
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Five secrets for successful weight loss These secrets will make ANY weight loss plan you are on work successfully for you! 1. FATS Fats are essential! Do not leave out healthy fats from your diet! Fats make you full and satisfied. If you skip it, you will end up snacking and feeling hungry… Stick to read more…
Health Awareness The Importance of Health Screenings Health screenings can identify and assess the following health risks: diabetes, metabolic syndrome, high cholesterol, overweight and obesity, osteoarthritis, cancer, heart disease, chronic inflammation, depression, etc. Dr Arien herself is an example of why regular health screenings are so important. A very unpleasant surprise awaited her when she did read more…
PlayFunFitness Feedback ‘When I went to Dr Arien at the end of July 2014, after alot of inner work, I was finally ready to walk the path of health and comfort. I was desperately on the lookout for help to loose weight, because I could not function properly anymore without getting out of read more…
17 January 2015: Talk (with Winners of the ‘Lose to Win’ Competition) Our first ‘Lose to Win’ Competition was a great success (click here for more info). Some of our other patients asked if they can chat to the Winners of the ‘Lose to Win’ Competition. So we asked them to come and talk on read more…
Healthy Snacks: Year End Function Healthy Snacks served at our Year End Function. Thank you Nellie for making all the food, it was super delicious! Try these amazing recipes that Nellie made and no need to feel guilty, because it has the Weight Control Clinic Stamp of Approval! Tuna Treat read more…
Weight 4 Weight Community Project ‘Lose Weight to Donate’ The Healthy Living Space Team (Dr Arien, Anri and Nellie) put our heads together, because it’s time to give back after a thriving year! We came up with a great idea: to donate margarine to those in need, in kilo’s, based on the fat weight clients lose. Anri and Dr Arien read more…
Stress less holiday tips Try to eat healthy on your holiday, lots of fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds, smoothies, fresh water and herbal teas to drink. Most people stop taking their supplements during the holidays when you should continue your normal ritual. Eat a balanced diet and stick to your exercise program adapted to the holidays: read more…
Meaningful holidays Many of us often get the feeling that the December holidays could be more meaningful, with a little less emphasis on the material, don’t you agree? Have the holidays become too commercial for you? Making some simple changes, adding a few easy activities – for yourself, your family and friends – will ensure a read more…
‘Lose to Win’ Event Feedback The ‘Lose to Win’ Event Feedback was exceptional and we would like to congratulate all the ‘Lose to Win’ winners! Lose to Win Floating Trophy The floating trophy has its first winner on and we are looking forward to add a winner 3 times a year from 2015 onwards. Congratulations read more…
Gentle Detox Developed by Dr Arien – especially for you! Are you feeling exhausted or sluggish, bloated, with hair and skin looking lifeless and dull, waist band just a little too tight? You could be in need of a simple, gentle, healthy 2 day detox – a weekend cleanse will work well to restore read more…
A string of pearls: Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) A Natural Approach to PCOS Written by Anri van der Merwe (Physiologist and Fitness Specialist) What is PCOS? PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome) or PCOD (Polycystic Ovarian Disease) is a common endocrine system disorder among women of reproductive age, affecting 5-10% of women. PCOS involves irregular ovulation in read more…
Coconut Oil Facts Written by Anri van der Merwe. Adapted from an Article by Something Natural What is coconut oil? Coconut oil is preserved form the white meat of the coconut. There are two types of coconut oil, namely: 1. Virgin coconut oil – pressed form the fresh meat of raw coconuts. It is cold-pressed read more…
Looking For Sweetness – All Sugar Is Not Created Equal Sugar is nearly unavoidable in our modern day diets. It’s everywhere and it’s highly addictive, which is why so many people eat far too much of it. Sugar is hidden in almost all things processed, including things you’re probably not aware of, such as salad read more…
Spice Up Your Life Spices are not just great in food but the health benefits are unbelievable! Try this easy recipe for allergies: Mix together a pinch each of ginger, cinnamon, mustard powder and turmeric, with a little raw honey in hot water – it makes for a delightful spicy drink. Add a pinch read more…
Spring and Summer Sunshine Tips We were designed to live under the sun! However, sunburn and overexposure to the sun without protecting our skin, could damage our DNA. It also causes photo ageing. That means it breaks down the elastin and collagen fibres that support the skin, causing wrinkles and premature ageing.That’s why so many read more…
Health Benefits of Weight/Fat Loss A little goes a long way when it comes to losing some body weight, particularly fat. Research has shown that losing 5-10% of your body weight, can have major benefits for your health. Such a small loss may not seem like much if you’re trying to fit into your bikini, read more…
Sleep and Health One of the most important health benefits is sleeping 7 to 8 hours in darkness and quiet every night. Following your natural sleep-wake rhythm or circadian cycle, is one of the most important ways of keeping cortisol (the long term stress hormone) levels balanced during the day. Our body, including our mind, brain read more…
InBody 370 Body Composition Analysis The InBody is an accurate Body Composition Analiser that reflects accurate body composition status, using the four main components that constitute total body weight. It clearly indicates why body weight alone is not a good measure of body fat. The InBody is based on the worldwide standard using Direct Segmental read more…
Leptin, Insulin, Glucose and Weight (Adding to the Weight Control / Healthy Eating Brew!) Preamble The high fat and protein, low-no carbohydrate diet, recently popularised by Tim Noakes (actually the Banting and Atkins diet) is to a certain extent in agreement with what Dr Gauche has been practicing at his Weight Control Clinic since read more…
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