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Discovery Vitality celebrates one million South Africans joining parkrun

Supported by Discovery Vitality, parkrun has become a cornerstone for South Africans seeking to get active and improve their health within a fun, welcoming community

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Dr Mosima Mabunda, Vitality’s Chief Clinical Officer, says that the importance of promoting healthier food choices cannot be overstated.

Buying healthier food reduces the likelihood of becoming obese, Vitality research shows

Vitality members can now earn Vitality HealthyFood rewards at Checkers and Woolworths

  • Derek Davey
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Your passport to flavour: Exploring plant-based plates around the globe

Ensure that there is enough variety in your diet, and go easy on sugar and salt

  • Derek Davey
3 min read

Practical, healthy cooking tips and recipes

Peek into the pantry of a dietitian – make meal planning easy and shopping healthy

  • Derek Davey
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Dr Mosima Mabunda, Head of Wellness at Discovery Vitality, says fast food like fizzy drinks, chips, chicken nuggets and sausages contain high amounts of saturated fat, salt and sugar, which can be bad for your health.

Overnutrition can lead to obesity

Let’s talk about overnutrition and the role of ultra-processed foods (UPFs)

  • Derek Davey
3 min read
For optimum health, make your plate a canvas filled with colours from nature.

10 do’s and don’ts when it comes to the food you eat

Ensure that there is enough variety in your diet, and go easy on sugar and salt

  • Derek Davey
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