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YDF2 :: Health Forum
Friday, March 25th, 2011Ambassador Feature :: Naki Makhubele on Health
Sunday, August 15th, 2010
“You are born an original. Do not die a copy.” J.L. Mason
“Health is one of the socio-economic issues of our youth in SA. As youth we need to really take care of our health, but due to lack of knowledge, interest and understanding of what goes on around us, we turn to forget nearly everything that plays a very big role in our lives. Neither the less we turn to unhealthy habits when things go bad, we have problems and forget that life can be bad too. Health in youth concerns different types of perspectives or factors…
Dream Girl :: Natalie Du Toit
Saturday, August 14th, 2010
On a fateful day in 2001, Natalie Du Toit’s life was changed forever. Her motorcycle was hit by a car while she was driving home from training. While her left leg was so badly damaged that it had to be amputated at the knee, her spirit remained intact.
Du Toit was back on her feet three months after the accident and nine years later, even when most of her able-bodied counterparts asked for the towel mid-way through the race, Du Toit soldiered on to the finish. Natalie Du Toit made history in Beijing in 2008 when she became the first amputee ever to qualify for the Olympics, where she finished 16th in the 10km open water swim. Here’s Lucky’s interview with her on how she keeps so motivated.
Ask Lucky :: Do it the Right Way
Friday, August 13th, 2010
You asked us and we sent Lucky out to find answers to your issues…
Q: My boyfriend and I have decided to have sex but I want to do it the right way. Other than condoms, what are my other options to protect myself from an unwanted pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases?
A: Jamie Lee, Project Coordinator at Partners in Sexual Health in Cape Town, says, “Condoms are your only form of protection against STDs and HIV but there are quite a few options available to females to prevent pregnancy.”
Ambassador Feature :: Sihle Ngobese on Health
Thursday, August 12th, 2010
“The state of health in South Africa sees a simple divide in our society play itself out even in the health sector, and that is the rich and poor. Specifically this can be seen as largely the top class private sector health care and the ailing public health system. Unfortunately young people have not been vocal in addressing many of the issues faced in the provision of health-care services to them, and as such many developments in the South African health system, whether public or private, has occurred outside the scope of youth input or development…
urHealth :: Healthy Lifestyle Guide
Wednesday, August 11th, 2010
Just like a petrol car won’t function properly on diesel fuel, your body needs the right fuel to perform at its peak. The Heart and Stroke Foundation of SA offer these tips to keep your boddy revving at full power.
Watch the Junk in your Trunk
There’s a reason why fast/convenience foods are nicknamed “junk.” Frankly, it’s no good stuffing all that sugar, salt, oil and fat into your body on a regular basis. Here are some healthier alternatives to your usual favourites.
1 :: Choose grilled, stir-fried, steamed or boiled foods and try to avoid terms such as frieds, basted, battered, creamy or crispy.
2 :: Ask for skinless chicken without batter and for the fat to be removed from your meat.
3 :: Go for baked potato, rice or salad instead of fried chips.
4 :: When you’re having gravy, choose one with no added salt, butter or sugar where possible.
urProblems :: Health
Monday, August 9th, 2010
Ahoy Boka Buddies! This week is dedicated to one thing we can’t live without, our bodies! Let’s face it, a healthy body really does hold the key to a healthy mind, which is what you need to get ahead in life. Stick around for the next couple of days as we’ll be dropping you some tips on keeping your flesh and bone machine running smoothly through our healthy lifestyle guide. There’s also a feature on star Mzansi swimmer Natalie Du Toit coming up as well as writing by our ambassadors Sihle Ngobese and Naki Makhubele. Then, of course, look out for some of our regular stuff like Ask Lucky and Wot’s Hot. Stay strong!
