The Healthy Lifestyle Feature, with Azania Mosaka

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Guest: Mpho Tshukudu | Dietitian & Author at Eat Ting. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Guest: Dr Ethel Andrews - President of the South African Burns SocietySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest: Dr Lance Coetzee, Urologist from The Urology HospitalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest: Dr Carol Ann Benn, Breast Cancer Expert See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Guest: Heleen Meyer - Healthy Food ConsultantSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest: Dr Lucille Bloomberg | at National Institute For Communicable DiseasesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest: Dr Lucille Bloomberg | at National Institute For Communicable DiseasesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest: eugene Herbet, CEO of Master DriverSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest: Dr Charl Van Loggerenberg, Emergency Medical doctor See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest: Dr Natalia Novikova - Obstetrician and Gynecologist See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

guest: Corlia Schutte, Occupational TherapistSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest: Dr Marlin Mckay | General Practitioner at Goldman Medical CentreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest: Dr Heidi Van Loggerenberg, Margie Doig-GanderSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest: Carol- Anne Benn Henrietta Van Kramberg - Breast Cancer SurvivorSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest: Debbie Hall - Founder of the Hall CollectionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest: Prof Justus Apffelstaedt | Head Of Breast Clinic at University Of StellonboscheSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest: Dr Hlongwane Gukuta | Paediatric and Cardiac Anesthetist at Chris HaniBaragwanath Academic HospitalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest: Nikki Bush | Creative Parenting ExpertSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest: Stefni Herbert - Health 24 Content ProducerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest: Dr. Larry Distiller | Managing Director at Centre for Diabetes and EndocrinologySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest: Danny Meyersfeld | Founder at DNAlysis and mygeneRxSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest: Dr Roland Holhumer from St john's Eye Hospital See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Azania chats to the Dr Muhammed Moolla who is the Founder of the The Asthma & Allergy Clinic about allergies and what one can do if you suffer from allergiesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Azania chats to Dr. Renata Schoeman who is a General Psychiatrist about you can identify if your partner has ADAD.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest: Anton Fourie - A clinical technologist at the Milnerton Sleep Lab at the Mediclinic Milnerton Hospital, he is the founder of the sleep research groupSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Azania chats to Professor Grant McLaren who is an Ophthalmologist from St John’s Eye Hospital at Chris Hani-Baragwanath Hospital about Glaucoma. They discuss what it is and how it affects people, and of course what can be done for this condition.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Azania Mosaka chat to Professor Tim Noakes about the world of Banting and his book in pocket size format called The Banting Solution. This little guide will provide all the tips and advice you need with which to start, successfully conclude and maintain your Banting lifestyle.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Guest: Prof. Margaret Stanley - Professor of Epithelial Biology at the University of CambridgeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Since 1900, trends have changed dramatically with the increase of technology and modern medical practices. For instance, in 1900 almost all U.S. births occurred outside a hospital. But by 1940, more than half of births were taking place in hospitals. The trend continued exponentially and by 1969 only 1% of births occurred outside a hospital. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Since 1900, trends have changed dramatically with the increase of technology and modern medical practices. For instance, in 1900 almost all U.S. births occurred outside a hospital. But by 1940, more than half of births were taking place in hospitals. The trend continued exponentially and by 1969 only 1% of births occurred outside a hospital. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sleep paralysis is a feeling of being conscious but unable to move. It occurs when a person passes between stages of wakefulness and sleep. During these transitions, you may be unable to move or speak for a few seconds up to a few minutes. Some people may also feel pressure or a sense of choking. Sleep paralysis may accompany other sleep disorders such as narcolepsy. Narcolepsy is an overpowering need to sleep caused by a problem with the brain's ability to regulate sleep.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A piece on Upworthy.com last month featured a Baltimore school that’s replaced the classic sit-in-your-seat-and-suffer detention with a more progressive and effective form: one where kids learn to meditate. Far from the classic method of hoping that kids will spontaneously reevaluate their own behavior through punishment, teaching kids to focus on their breath and on the present moment may have a lot more value in the long run. But as one reader pointed out, teaching mediation outside of detention by infusing it into the school day as a matter of course is even better, and may help kids avoid the things that land them in detention in the first place. The research on mediation and the developing brain (i.e., kids) is not quite as robust as it is in adults, but it’s starting to take off.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The very smallest type of veins are on the surface, these veins drain into slightly larger veins, called reticular veins, which lie deeper within the skin. Faulty reticular veins often act as "feeding" veins to the smaller superficial spider veins. The most prominent reticular vein is the lateral vein of the thigh. This vein is often involved in causing spider veins of the outside thigh. Treating the smaller veins on the surface, without addressing this important vein, leads to poor treatment results.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HIVST empowers people to know their status, and the huge potential offered by this new tool to improve access to patient-centred testing should be grabbed with both hands. At present, HIVST can act as a screening tool to minimize the time people need to spend at healthcare services, or be done in the privacy of one’s own home with people referring themselves to care if they test HIV-positive. The finalization of South Africa’s next National Strategic Plan for HIV, TB, and STIs (2017-2022) should set high ambitions for the introduction and availability of self-tests over the next five years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Total hip replacements are most often done to provide relief for severe arthritic conditions. The surgery is also performed for other problems like hip fractures. Most total hip replacement patients are over 55 years of age, however the surgery is sometimes performed on younger patients. Patients who are candidates for total hip replacement surgery generally have severe pain that impedes work and everyday activities and pain that cannot be managed by anti-inflammatory medications, canes or walkersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dental cavities can be prevented by a low level of fluoride constantly maintained in the oral cavity. Fluoride can be obtained from fluoridated drinking water, salt, milk, mouth rinse or toothpaste, as well as from professionally-applied fluorides. Long-term exposure to an optimal level of fluoride results in fewer cavities in both children and adults. Daily oral care should include brushing and flossing to prevent problems from developing. Regular visits with the dental team are also very important as they can assist you in learning techniques to maintain good oral health.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Epilepsy is a disease that affects the brain, and has a very physical manifestation. But it is vital that doctors treat patients holistically, says specialist psychiatrist Dr Lavinia Lumu, as physical diseases often have debilitating psychological impacts. Epilepsy is a disorder of the brain that affects approximately 65 million people worldwide. It is characterised by recurrent seizures, that may involve the entire body or one part of the body, and in some instances, is accompanied by loss of consciousness. There are many different types of epilepsy, and although the disease manifests differently in different patients depending on both type and severity, there is one common thread it is classified as a chronic condition, which means that it requires on-going and consistent management, often extending over the patient’s entire lifespan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Functional Medicine addresses the underlying causes of disease, using a systems-oriented approach and engaging both patient and practitioner in a therapeutic partnership. It is an evolution in the practice of medicine that better addresses the healthcare needs of the 21st century. By shifting the traditional disease-centered focus of medical practice to a more patient-centered approach, Functional Medicine addresses the whole person, not just an isolated set of symptoms. Functional Medicine practitioners spend time with their patients, listening to their histories and looking at the interactions among genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors that can influence long-term health and complex, chronic disease. In this way, Functional Medicine supports the unique expression of health and vitality for each individual.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is a Stroke? A stroke is a sudden interruption in the blood supply of the brain. Most strokes are caused by an abrupt blockage of arteries leading to the brain (ischemic stroke). Other strokes are caused by bleeding into brain tissue when a blood vessel bursts (hemorrhagic stroke). Because stroke occurs rapidly and requires immediate treatment, stroke is also called a brain attack. When the symptoms of a stroke last only a short time (less than an hour), this is called a transient ischemic attack (TIA) or mini-stroke.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Psoriasis occurs when skin cells quickly rise from their origin below the surface of the skin and pile up on the surface before they have a chance to mature. Usually this movement (also called turnover) takes about a month, but in psoriasis it may occur in only a few days.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

speaks to Dr Colinda Linde, cognitive behaviour therapy clinical psychologist, about excessive daydreaming. spending more than half your day with your mind wandering to the point that it disrupts your life can be ‘maladaptive daydreaming’.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bed-wetting is also known as nighttime incontinence or nocturnal enuresis. Generally, bed-wetting before age 7 isn't a concern. At this age, your child may still be developing nighttime bladder control. If bed-wetting continues, treat the problem with patience and understanding. Bladder training, moisture alarms or medication may help reduce bed-wetting. Most kids are fully toilet trained by age 5, but there's really no target date for developing complete bladder control. Between the ages of 5 and 7, bed-wetting remains a problem for some children. After 7 years of age, a small number of children still wet the bed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

September is the gold ribbon month - marked as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month; this is a time where globally, countries honour and remember children and families affected by this rare disease, and help rally awareness on the early warning signs of childhood Cancer. Globally, for a rare disease, childhood cancer is on the rise. New estimates by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) show that the global occurrence of childhood cancer is higher than previously assessed. Worldwide, approximately 215 000 cancers are diagnosed per year in those younger than 15 years and about 85 000 cancers in those aged 15-19 yearsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Along with the rebirth of nature, September also marks Heart Awareness month. Your heart is the center of your cardiovascular system, and it is vitally responsible for just about everything that gives your body life -- ranging from the transportation of oxygen to the success of your immune system. Azania focuses on heart health in the Healthy Lifestyle feature See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When toddlers are learning to walk, many spend some time walking up on their tip toes, which is known as toe walking. Some toddlers are unable to walk with their whole foot, and this is something that should be checked out by a health professional. Toe walking can be classified into four groups. Some neurological conditions such as cerebral palsy or muscular dystrophy cause the calf muscle to be tighter or change the way it works. This makes it hard or impossible for the child to get their heels onto the ground to walk with their whole foot.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Ettie Barsky, Training Director and sports physician at Preggie Bellies talked to Azania and 702 landers about the benefits of exercise during pregnancy. New research has shown that moderate exercise during pregnancy may be beneficial to mothers-to-be and may shrink the risk of adverse health effects, such gestational diabetes. The study shown while a controlled exercise training programme didn’t result in weight loss in overweight and obese women, it did result in reduced gestational diabetes and blood pressure. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Skin disorders vary greatly in symptoms and severity. They can be temporary or permanent, and may be painless or painful. Some have situational causes, while others may be genetic. Some skin conditions are minor, and others can be life-threatening. This afternoon we look at some of the more common adult skin disordersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.