How Inflammation Could Be Ruining Your Health – And 10 Ways To Tackle It

We’re bombarded with well-meaning health advice every day. Wouldn’t it be nice if we could take a simpler, more unified approach to health, and could the key to this lie in the levels of inflammation in our bodies?

Go Small, Or Go Home!

Last July, Cindy and Seth Alfino packed up their kids and comfortable lives to travel around SA in a vintage camper van – an adventure that forever changed how they live.

Bottled Sunshine

Melissa McCarthy tells us why she plans to keep putting ‘real women’ in movies, what’s next for her and why there’s no chance of getting above herself in her crazy household!

Those were the days

Is the uptick in nostalgia holding us back, or helping us cope?

Soul Searching In The Midlands Sa's Spiritual Hub

The Natal Midlands... and surrounds is a popular holiday destination on most local travel bucket lists, but it’s much more than that – it’s a place to recharge your spirit. Dotted with unconventional restaurants, shops and places to stay, there’s a deep sense of spiritual richness there. And the intrepid artists, quirky entrepreneurs and kind community make it a unique place to rejuvenate.

Are We Doing Enough To Find Solutions?

We asked climate scientist Dr Peter Johnston,futurologist Clem Sunter, and City of Cape Town Mayco member Xanthea Limberg for their takes on the water crisis in the Western Cape.

Ask The Doc

Surgeon and lecturer Dr Sarah Rayne answers your questions. This month, they’re about cancer and weak abdominal muscles.

Healthy Living

Happy New Year! Time for a fresh start.

How I Survived...

...the first 3 years as a startup in the tech industry

'It's Even More Beautiful Than What You Imagined'

Julia Roberts read Wonder, the story of a boy who doesn’t quite look like everyone else, to her own children – and they all loved it. Inevitably, the story was snapped up by a film studio, and Julia jumped at the chance to play the boy’s mum. 

Iki-What?

IkiIkigai (pronounced ee-kee-guy) isn’t a millennial term for your creepy neighbour. It’s an ancient Japanese philosophy that’s shining a light on how we should live – finding purpose and joy in simple things... keeping busy, but slowing down when we feel overwhelmed.

'What I Learned When I Stopped Drinking

In the spirit of #DryJanuary (we know you’re thinking about it!), we explored the experiences and insights of people who have taken a break from alcohol for anything from a month to forever…

magnificent ms​ markle

meghan markle has not only captured the heart of the world’s most eligible bachelor, she’s also a remarkable woman who is as kind as she is stylish.

Powerful Wattage

SHE’S ACING SOUGHT-AFTER ROLES IN MAJOR PRODUCTIONS, SHE’S GOT A BFF GIRL GANG TO BE RECKONED WITH, AND SHE’S THE VERY PROUD MOM OF TWO FABULOUS BOYS. AT 48, NAOMI WATTS IS AT THE TOP OF HER GAME. AND… NO ONE WEARS WHITE BETTER THAN SHE DOES!

The Aristokat

Kat van Duinen has made a name for herself in the world of luxury goods. Her brand provides discerning lovers of luxe with fine handbags and ready-to-wear collections that express the African spirit through a minimalist aesthetic.

Ask The Doc

Specialist surgeon and lecturer Dr Sarah Rayne answers your questions. This month, they’re about multivitamins, itchy ears and fibroids.

The Great Dane

Model and photographer Helena Christensen has always been one of the most intriguing of the original ‘Magnificent Seven’.

The Science Of Moving Forward

Scientist Ndoni Mcunu plans on getting more women into the lab – and South Africa on the map.

Setting A New Course

Learning to be independent is especially difficult for kids who have spent their lives in care. SAYes Mentoring bridges that gap in a way that benefits both mentee and mentor.

Meeting Maria

She’s gone from playing the eldest Von Trapp child in The Sound of Music to the coveted role of everyone’s favourite singing nun, Maria. We catch up with singer, dancer and actress Carmen Pretorius.

The Wakanda Warrior!

If you’re not yet familiar with Kenyan breakout star Lupita Nyong’o, that’s about to change.

Earphones & Earbuds

Listening to music at work, the gym or on the move? We test a variety of options.

What's In Her Vanity?

She’s been in the beauty game for more than 20 years – so we couldn’t wait to rifle through Sylvie Hurford’s gotta-have products.

When The Money Suddenly Stops

What would happen to your finances if your partner unexpectedly became incapacitated? When her parents found themselves in such a position, Lisa realised it was a question we all need to ask ourselves.

Healthy Living

How drinking water (and a touch of alcohol) can keep you smarter for longer.

Leather Luxe

A beautifully crafted leather bag can last a lifetime, and South African leatherwork is world class. We spoke to two women in the bag biz who produce the ultimate in arm candy.

The Creative Benefits Of Boredom

Bored stiff. Bored to tears. Bored out of your mind. Bored to death. The idioms relating to boredom tell quite a story. Needless to say, being bored is generally seen as a state that should be avoided at all costs. But actually, a good bout of boredom can help ignite your creativity.

'Writing Saved My Life'

Sally Partridge tells us how she went from working as a receptionist at a factory to being an award-winning author, why she loves writing for and about teens, and why you should never set aside your dreams for someone else.

Linger (ie) Longer

Getting the foundation layer right can make all the difference to your outfit – and your confidence. Meet two entrepreneurs who are offering a new approach to lingerie.

Stranger Things

People collect the oddest things, don’t they? We persuaded the proud owners of these beautiful, original collections to share them with us.