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The Truth about Statins

What are statins? Statins are a group of drugs developed to lower cholesterol levels by inhibiting the production of an enzyme (HMG-CoA reductase), which results in a decrease in cholesterol synthesis in the liver. Although initially thought to be a wonder drug, they have become the subject of much debate, regarding their relevance in lowering Read More

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Vitamin D3 — we all need it

Vitamin D3 is a fat-soluble vitamin that most of us are lacking. It is made in the skin, or consumed in the diet, processed in the liver, then converted in the kidneys to calcitriol, its active form, which is actually a hormone with far-reaching benefits in the body. Who is at risk? Many South Africans, Read More

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Benefits of coconut oil

Coconut oil is flavour of the week, and there are excellent reasons why it should be top of the list. Taken internally, it strengthens the immune system, normalises your lipid profile and protects your heart, assists weight-loss, improves energy and performance and fights a range of microbes. Applied to the skin, it is a healing balm and moisturiser. Should one use virgin or RBD coconut oil? Should one cook with it or eat it raw?
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