Researchers: Mweete D.Nglazi and John E. Ataguba. November 2024 What Is The Study About? This study assesses the changing patterns in socioeconomic inequality in overweight and obesity among South African non-pregnant WCBA between 1998 and 2016. It uses data from the 1998 and 2016 Demographic and Health Surveys. Socioeconomic inequality in overweight and obesity was assessed using the concentration index. The index was decomposed to identify contributing factors to obesit

A comprehensive exercise programme for women should be balanced, incorporating cardiovascular, strength, and flexibility training, but the focus should address changing hormonal, metabolic, and musculoskeletal needs across different life stages. Did You Know? Exercise is the number one form of preventive care. Key Statistics on Women’s Fitness in SA: - 68% of women are overweight or obese. - 10% of women aged 15–24 are classified as obese. - 67% of women reported being physic

We all know that the minute you start sipping on your Aperol, your wearable starts sharing health alarms - especially cardiovascular alerts. It’s also a huge neurotoxin to the white matter in your brain. Now, new research shows that even one or two drinks a week does damage to your entire system. This post is going to focus on the liver specifically.* The British Liver Trust recently revealed that liver disease is the biggest cause of death among 35 to 49-year olds in the UK.