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Lead Us Not Into Temptation

When it comes to making resolutions, you’ve either got the willpower or you haven’t, right? Wrong, says Claudia Connell, who discovered she could learn self-control – and then went on to lose 25 kilos.

Are Your Hi-Tech Habits Making You Ill?

Alice Whitehead uncovers nine ways our addiction to computers, tablets and phones affects our health as well as our social lives.

I've Got New Lungs But I'm Not Cured

An organ transplant has drastically improved the life of Rima Manomaitis, but while she’s in better health today than she has been for years, the operation was not the cure she and her family were hoping for

How To Ask For Help And Get It

‘Help’ doesn’t need to be a four-letter word but there’s a right and wrong way to ask for it

Switch Off & Recharge

If you feel like you’re in a non-stop whirl, why not book some guilt-free timeout for yourself? Here are the best ways to build some chill-out space into your life – after all, you deserve it.

Small Tweaks Big Impact

Follow these quick and easy tips for a healthier, happier you.

Zero-effort Ways To Lose Weight

These sneaky cheats will help you shed unwanted kilos – no diet required

Life Lessons From Inspiring Women

How do you stay motivated when the daily grind gets you down? Adopt these practices of successful women and live your best life every day.

7 Symptoms You Should Never Ignore

Knowing when you need to visit your GP isn’t always easy. Our expert guide will help you make the right call for your health.

Have A Merry Stress-Free Christmas

The holiday season is here, but don’t panic! We asked Dr Pixie McKenna how to handle the most stressful festive situations...

Dreaming Of Taking A Year Off?

Two women share the story of how they packed up their routine-centred lives and set out to explore what the world has to offer.

Pamper Your Feet

Put your best foot forward with our tips and tricks for healthier feet and toes

Be A Better Mind Reader

Have you ever wondered what’s going on in someone else’s head? Believe it or not, it’s a skill you can learn, discovers Bonnie Vaughan

4 Money Mistakes We All Make And How To Fix Them

Avoid these financial pitfalls for a wealthier future.

THE PAST YEAR HAS CHANGED ME and I can see how its inspiring my daughter

Candice Abrahams talks to Essentials about celebrating women, planning a wedding in four days, and wearing a bikini on stage after two kids…

Lie Back & Beditate!

Not sure about meditation? Too busy to try mindfulness? Set the alarm for just five minutes earlier and give the new beditation trend a try…

Battle The Bulge In 30 Days

Celebrity trainer Chris Richardson helps blitz those bothersome areas of the body in just one month…

Could High Blood Pressure Cause Alzheimer's?

Already responsible for heart attacks and strokes, experts now reveal our brains could also be at risk from hypertension

Video Blogging Helped Me Find My Confidence'

Professional make-up artist Marlize Veenhof – better known as YouTube beauty vlogger Kandy Kane – chats to Leigh Hermon about career upgrades, what’s really important in a marriage and becoming a social media star

Is It Ok To Let Your Kids Drink At Home?

Many parents are relaxing the booze rules at home, but is it reasonable or irresponsible to let youngsters have a tipple at the table?

Why Are You So Worried?

The way you manage your day-to-day anxieties can have a big impact on your life. Take our quick quiz to find your worry personality and learn how to live stress-free

How Your Relationship Changes You

Our romantic liaisons can alter who we are – for better... or worse.

How To Let Go... And Move On

You’ve probably got a first-aid kit tucked away at home for medical emergencies, but how do you treat emotional wounds and injuries?

Curb Cravings For Good

Can’t resist a mid-morning biscuit? Or a late-night chocolate fix? Here’s how to ditch those pesky food cravings in just one week.

Cash In On Crafts

Dust off the old craft tools and get busy creating items for sale. Here’s how to get started…

'I Believe That The Future Is Female'

MasterChef South Africa finalist and entrepreneur, Claire Allen, chats to Julia Bain about her London pop-up restaurant, being the ‘Skinny Chef’, and her plans for the future

Keep The Passion Alive

There are a multitude of passion killers that can strike a long-term relationship. Here’s how to bring the romance – and the spark – back

Wine & Weight Gain The Secret To Living Longer?

It goes against everything we’ve been told, but could these ‘sins’ lead to a lengthier life expectancy? We ask two experts for their opinion

Workout Worries Solved

From stitches to itchy eyes, a whole range of health concerns can derail your exercise routine. Here’s what to do about them

Surprise Reasons Your Head Hurts

From staying in bed to eating a ham sarmie, there are some unusual causes of head pain. Here are the remedies to tackle them...