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Diabetes is a condition that doesn’t just impact the body, but the whole person and mental health is an important aspect to consider when it comes to the holistic approach to diabetes. In this episode, podcast host, Dr Darren Green and Psychologist Daniel Sher explore the complex interplay between diabetes and mental health, highlighting the importance of a holistic approach to managing diabetes.
Daniel Sher, specializes in diabetes-focused psychotherapy and is himself a diabetic and so his empathic advice hits the mark and gives a view into what diabetics go through on a daily basis is the voice of empathy who specializes in diabetes-focused psychotherapy. Daniel emphasizes the need for a comprehensive understanding of diabetes, including its psychological, biological, and social impacts, and offers advice on how to support individuals with diabetes. This includes strategies for mental wellness and coping with diabetes burnout. This one is not to be missed!
Some notable moments:
[00:00:44] The complexity of diabetes management
[00:04:53] Daniel's background and specialisation
[00:05:42] The Link between mental health and diabetes
[00:09:08] Advice for loved ones of diabetics
[00:11:11] Holistic approach to diabetes management
[00:19:03] How being vulnerable about your diagnosis can be liberating.
[00:21:45] Closing Thoughts
Links you should know about:
Mediclinic webpage – searching under Health Library https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/health-knowledge-library.html https://www.mediclinicinfohub.co.za/ (user can enter Diabetes or Type 1 search option to obtain more articles on the section of Diabetes)To make a doctor’s appointment with a Mediclinic doctor follow this link https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/find-a-doctor/doctor-appointments.html Diabetes Support at Mediclinic Hospitals (clinics and support groups, please visit Mediclinic webpage and search for Diabetes Support – www.mediclinic.co.zaMental Health: Living with Type 1 | ADAHow to access public mental health services | GroundUpDealing With Diabetes Burnout | CDC Diabetes distress and burnout: what to do about it?How to reframe high and low blood glucose for better mental healthTranscript.pdf
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It’s difficult to imagine a child or teenager having to deal with the realities of diabetes and yet for many families that is their reality. In this episode, Dr Darren Green speaks to Pediatrician Dr Lerato Motjale about the critical aspects of managing diabetes in young children, emphasizing the distinction between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune condition, while type 2 is hereditary and can be influenced by lifestyle factors.
You’ll hear expert insights into managing diabetic children, emphasizing the role of a supportive diabetes team, including primary doctors, diabetes nurses, and dieticians. It can be a real challenge managing diabetes in school, so you’ll find out more about the need for teacher education and the importance of having a glucose-rich emergency kit available for children. If you’re a parent of a diabetic or have a diabetic child in your life, then this episode will be educational and encouraging.
Some notable moments:
[00:00:27]: Types of Diabetes
[00:01:41]: Symptoms of Type 1 diabetes in children
[00:04:40]: Managing a child with diabetes from a parent’s perspective
[00:06:06]: What role does a peadatrcian play in a child’s diagnosis
[00:12:41]: The role a school plays in assisting your child who has diabetes
[00:13:58]: Managing hypo’s in children can be challenging
[00:22:00]: How puberty affects a child with diabetes
[00:23:47]: Making use of support centres such as diabetes camps
Links you should know about:
Mediclinic webpage – searching under Health Library https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/health-knowledge-library.html https://www.mediclinicinfohub.co.za/ (user can enter Diabetes or Type 1 search option to obtain more articles on the section of Diabetes)To make a doctor’s appointment with a Mediclinic doctor follow this link https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/find-a-doctor/doctor-appointments.html Diabetes Support at Mediclinic Hospitals (clinics and support groups, please visit Mediclinic webpage and search for Diabetes Support – www.mediclinic.co.zaType 1 Diabetes Mellitus in ChildrenEvaluation and Management of Youth-Onset Type 2 Diabetes: A Position Statement by the American Diabetes Association The Type 1 Diabetes Guidebook - for parents www.youthwithdiabetes.com Kids Powered by Insulin Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/126822160665767South Africans with Diabetes - www.facebook.com/diabeticsouthafricansTranscript.pdf
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Did you know that prediabetes is a condition characterised by elevated blood glucose levels that are not high enough to be classified as Type 2 diabetes? It usually occurs in individuals with insulin resistance or those not producing enough insulin. According to the South African Demographic and Health Survey, 64% of women and 66% of men fall into the prediabetes range.
In this episode podcast host, Dr Darren Green is joined by Dr Lior Sareli, a specialist in diabetes and cardiovascular work. Listen to this fascinating discussion on pre-diabetes, particularly in South Africa and learn how to incorporate lifestyle changes, including a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight loss which are crucial for managing pre-diabetes and preventing its progression to Type 2 diabetes. In a world where so many of us have a sedentary lifestyle, this is an opportunity to understand what action you can take now to improve health and quality of life.
Some notable moments:
[00:06:23] Advice for prediabetics
[00:07:51] Early, middle and late signs of pre-diabetes
[00:09:29] Immediate changes to reduce insulin resistance
[00:10:54] Medications for pre-diabetes
[00:14:20] Nutritional advice to assist in pre-diabetes
[00:16:00] Healthy lifestyle and habits
[00:18:30] How a dietician could help manage prediabetes
Links you should know about:
Mediclinic webpage – searching under Health Library https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/health-knowledge-library.html https://www.mediclinicinfohub.co.za/ (user can enter Diabetes or Type 1 search option to obtain more articles on the section of Diabetes)To make a doctor’s appointment with a Mediclinic doctor follow this link https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/find-a-doctor/doctor-appointments.html Diabetes Support at Mediclinic Hospitals (clinics and support groups, please visit Mediclinic webpage and search for Diabetes Support – www.mediclinic.co.zaInsulin Resistance & Prediabetes - NIDDK The latest prediabetes stats in South Africa - South Africans with Diabetes South Africa Demographic and Health Survey 2016_Stats SAS, SAMRC & ICF_Final Report.pdfFree Healthy Food Guide: how to eat healthy with diabetes or to lose weight Let's talk about diabetes and food - South Africans with DiabetesTranscript.pdf
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What is gestational diabetes? And how does it happen? In this episode podcast host, Dr Darren Green chats with Dr. Renardo Lourens, an obstetrics and gynecology specialist, who specialises in the treatment of women who develop gestational diabetes. It’s a condition that occurs during pregnancy in women without pre-existing diabetes and is linked to insulin resistance.
You’ll hear how to successfully manage gestational diabetes through lifestyle changes, like regular exercise and a balanced diet as well as learning about the importance of testing for gestational diabetes to reduce complications during pregnancy and birth. Did you know that gestational diabetes may also indicate pre-existing diabetes? And that it’s advisable to continue management of this condition post-pregnancy. Learn about the need for supplements like folic acid, iron, and calcium during pregnancy, and the role of gut health in preventing gestational diabetes. Having gestational diabetes can be daunting, but hopefully this episode will give you peace of mind that you can deliver a healthy baby and have a healthy life post-partum.
Some notable moments:
[00:02:55]: The perspective of someone who dealt with gestational diabetes
[00:06:03]: Guilt around gestational diabetes
[00:08:37]: Warning signs of gestational diabetes
[00:11:18]: Mediclinic helpline
[00:12:12]: What can pregnant women do to ensure a healthy pregnancy?
[00:18:20]: Different tests for gestational diabetes
[00:21:30]: Managing gestational diabetes
[00:24:26]: Supplements you can take for gestational diabetes support
Links you should know about:
Mediclinic webpage – searching under Health Library https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/health-knowledge-library.html https://www.mediclinicinfohub.co.za/ (user can enter Diabetes or Type 1 search option to obtain more articles on the section of Diabetes)To make a doctor’s appointment with a Mediclinic doctor follow this link https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/find-a-doctor/doctor-appointments.html Diabetes Support at Mediclinic Hospitals (clinics and support groups, please visit Mediclinic webpage and search for Diabetes Support – www.mediclinic.co.zaGestational Diabetes | CDCInsulin Resistance & Prediabetes - NIDDK Gestational Diabetes and the Offspring: Implications in the Development of the Cardiorenal Metabolic Syndrome in Offspring - PMCManaging gestational diabetes - South Africans with Diabeteswww.facebook.com/diabeticsouthafricansTranscript.pdf
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According to the International Diabetes Federation 90% of people with diabetes are living with Type 2 diabetes. In this episode, Dr.Green emphasizes the importance of understanding and managing Type 2 diabetes, highlighting its prevalence and the need for lifestyle changes and medical interventions.
Dr. Green talks to Dr. Marius Wasserfall in another jam-packed episode, as they explore the symptoms of Type 2 diabetes, and the importance of regular blood glucose testing. Amazingly, with proper management it is possible to reverse the effects of Type 2 diabetes. In this episode you’ll hear practical tips for managing sugar intake, the importance of healthy eating habits and of portion control.
Some notable moments:
[00:03:57]: Genetic and environmental factors in the development of Type 2 diabetes
[00:05:55]: Challenges of managing Type 2 diabetes
[00:07:05]: Practical tips for managing sugar intake
[00:09:18]: Does eating too much sugar cause diabetes?
[00:15:15]: Early identifiers of diabetes
[00:17:24]: Diabetes education and diet
[00:20:20]: Understanding sugar addiction
Links you should know about:
Mediclinic webpage – searching under Health Library https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/health-knowledge-library.html https://www.mediclinicinfohub.co.za/ (user can enter Diabetes or Type 1 search option to obtain more articles on the section of Diabetes)To make a doctor’s appointment with a Mediclinic doctor follow this link https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/find-a-doctor/doctor-appointments.html Diabetes Support at Mediclinic Hospitals (clinics and support groups, please visit Mediclinic webpage and search for Diabetes Support – www.mediclinic.co.zaType 2 Diabetes The difference between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetesType 2 diabetes - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic What is TEEL? A simple way to manage your diabetes. Sugar addiction an advertising and healthcare crisisTranscript.pdf
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According to the International Diabetes Federation 10% of people with diabetes are living with Type 1. In this episode we highlight the complexities of living with Type 1 diabetes, including the need for daily insulin injections, the challenges of maintaining stable blood glucose levels, and the mental health challenges faced by people with Type 1.
Dr. Marius Wasserfall, a specialist physician in private practice at Mediclinic Panorama, joins podcast host, Dr Darren Green to provide us with insights into the causes of Type 1 diabetes, its management, and the role of technology in monitoring and controlling blood glucose levels. Find out why family support is so critical for Type 1 diabetics and the keys to following a holistic approach in the treatment of this condition.
Some notable moments:
[00:05:06]: Causes of Type 1 diabetes
[00:09:50 ]: Technology in diabetes management
[00:13:47]: Importance of family support
[00:14:34]: Understanding diabetes burnout
[00:16:19]: More thoughts on the use of technology in diabetes
[00:24:54]: Diabetes and mental health
Links you should know about:
Mediclinic webpage – searching under Health Library https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/health-knowledge-library.htmlhttps://www.mediclinicinfohub.co.za/ (user can enter Diabetes or Type 1 search option to obtain more articles on the section of Diabetes)
To make a doctor’s appointment with a Mediclinic doctor follow this link https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/find-a-doctor/doctor-appointments.html Diabetes Support at Mediclinic Hospitals (clinics and support groups, please visit Mediclinic webpage and search for Diabetes Support – www.mediclinic.co.zaType 1 DiabetesType 1 Diabetes IndexSymptoms of low blood sugar: how it feels to go lowDiabetes distress and burnout: what to do about it?Diabetes burnout: a common but neglected impact of diabetes - T1International
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What’s the craziest pregnancy myth you’ve heard? They can range from extremely outlandish to surprisingly effective and we’re here to demystify them.
Join us on a pregnancy myth-busting mission with obstetrician and gynaecologist, Dr Avril Moodley, in this episode of The Health Wrap Trying To Conceive Series. We want to know which of these funny and strange stories are rooted in truth.
From conception-aiding activities and recommended foods and tips for giving birth, this episode is jam-packed with helpful information for anyone planning for parenthood.
If you haven’t subscribed yet, make sure you do so that you don’t miss any future Mediclinic seasons. This podcast is produced by 2Stories for Mediclinic, written by Linda Scarborough, produced by Carol Williams with audio editing, engineering, and sound design by Kozi Mzimela and Jordyn Toohey.
Skip to the good parts:
[00:02:29] Examples of some crazy pregnancy myths.
[00:06:36] How pregnancy and delivery is depicted on screen vs. in real life.
[00:09:38] The best place to get information on your path to pregnancy.
[00:12:58] Activities, rituals and food that help with conception.
[00:14:15] The link between diet and fertility.
[00:16:16] How the pH of the vagina influences the gender of the baby.
[00:19:14] Food and drinks to be careful about when pregnant.
[00:22:36] Does intense heartburn during pregnancy mean your baby has a full head of hair?
[00:24:27] If you’ve had a baby, is it true that you won’t have trouble conceiving again?
[00:26:07] Is there such a thing as secondary infertility?
[00:27:55] Can a woman have vaginal birth if they’ve had a caesarean section?
Links you should know about:
Email your suggestions & questions to [email protected]
Sign Up for Mediclinic Prime: https://forms.mediclinic.co.za/prime
The Mediclinic Baby App: https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/mediclinicbaby/mediclinic-baby-app.html
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How does being older affect fertility, pregnancy and childbirth? Is it ever too late to try to have a baby?
In this episode, our host, Vanessa Pickford, sits down with the co-founder of Wijnland Fertility in Stellenbosch and a registered fertility specialist, Dr Johannes van Waart. He brings his many years of experience to give insight into what it means to be an older parent, as well as the different ways of realising your baby dreams. If you want to know about freezing and saving eggs, IVF as a single person or couple, surrogacy, and adoption, this episode is a must-hear.
Join our host, Vanessa Pickford, as this episode unpacks practical tips, interesting insights and wonderful stories of successful fertility treatment. Make sure to subscribe so that you don’t miss future episodes.
This podcast is produced by 2Stories for Mediclinic, written by Linda Scarborough, produced by Carol Williams with audio editing, engineering, and sound design by Kozi Mzimela and Jordyn Toohey.
Golden nuggets:
[00:03:52] The main issues that older people experience when they try to conceive
[00:05:41] Fertility issues that affect men
[00:07:13] Older women and trying to conceive
[00:09:06] Solutions for older women who are trying to conceive
[00:10:04] Social egg freezing explained
[00:14:28] The process of surrogacy in South Africa
[00:17:47] When to consider ending the journey of trying to conceive
[00:19:22] Some hope for those trying to conceive
[00:20:36] The ideal time to try to conceive
[00:21:32] Some stories of hope for successful fertility treatments
[00:24:50] The chances of a successful IVF treatment on your first try
Links you should know about:
Email your suggestions & questions to [email protected]
Sign Up for Mediclinic Prime: https://forms.mediclinic.co.za/prime
The Mediclinic Baby App: https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/mediclinicbaby/mediclinic-baby-app.html
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What’s the best way to prepare emotionally when trying to conceive?
When the most intimate part of a relationship is tested, how does it affect the foundations of the relationship?
We ask the hardest questions around the mental journey of conception to psychologist and co-founder of Wijnland Fertility Clinic, Lizanne van Waart in this imperative episode of The Healthwrap: Trying To Conceive. After being in fertility treatment herself, Lizanne turns an expert yet empathetic lens on the emotional rollercoaster couples go through when trying to have a baby.
Join our host, Vanessa Pickford, as this episode unpacks practical tips, interesting insights and wonderful stories of successful fertility treatment. Make sure to subscribe so that you don’t miss future episodes.
This podcast is produced by 2Stories for Mediclinic, written by Linda Scarborough, produced by Carol Williams with audio editing, engineering, and sound design by Kozi Mzimela and Jordyn Toohey.
Some notable moments:
[00:04:09] When you should start seeing a psychologist specialising in fertility patients
[00:06:55] How to build a support system when on the fertility journey
[00:08:51] The medical support team on your fertility journey
[00:10:32] Financial and medical needs to be considered when having fertility treatment
[00:13:39] How to communicate to your work colleagues and employer about your fertility journey
[00:16:08] The emotions and thoughts couples experience in the fertility journey
[00:20:21] How the romantic relationship is impacted when trying to conceive
[00:22:35] How family and friends can support a couple trying to conceive and the impact on these relationships
[00:25:29] Advice for couples who are reluctant to get psychological help on the fertility journey
Links you should know about:
Email your suggestions & questions to [email protected]
Sign Up for Mediclinic Prime: https://forms.mediclinic.co.za/prime
The Mediclinic Baby App: https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/mediclinicbaby/mediclinic-baby-app.html
Lizanne’s research: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Lizanne-Van-Waart
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Did you know that approximately one in every six people of reproductive age worldwide experience infertility in their lifetime according to the World Health Organisation?
The Health Wrap: Trying To Conceive podcast series is dedicated to demystifying many of the fertility unknowns for would-be parents and the people in their lives. In this episode, our host, Vanessa Pickford chats to Dr. Antonio Rodrigues about how best to prepare physically for conception. From the impact career choices make on family planning to your partner’s sperm count and how people can approach fertility clinics, this episode is packed with practical, specialist advice to empower those on the path to parenthood.
Understanding the physical aspects of conception can help you make informed choices and optimise your chances of success. Don't miss an episode of The Health Wrap: Trying To Conceive podcast by subscribing today.
This podcast is produced by 2Stories for Mediclinic, written by Linda Scarborough, produced by Carol Williams with audio editing, engineering, and sound design by Kozi Mzimela and Jordyn Toohey.
Some notable moments:
[00:04:26] How to know when to see a fertility specialist.
[00:06:27] The pre-conception checklist when you see a specialist.
[00:09:22] The role age plays for those who are trying to conceive.
[00:12:05] Why your egg count could be affecting your fertility.
[00:14:26] What women should and shouldn’t do in preparation for pregnancy.
[00:18:31] What supplements to take when you’re trying to conceive?
[00:20:46] Routine tests you should do before conceiving.
[00:22:29] All you need to know about cycle tracking.
[00:24:58] The value of mucus in ovulation and fertility.
[00:29:27] Endometriosis unpacked.
[00:32:34] Advice to ensure you don’t have to see a fertility expert.
[00:35:18] Some success stories.
Links you should know about:
Email your suggestions & questions to [email protected]
Sign Up for Mediclinic Prime: https://forms.mediclinic.co.za/prime
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How important is it to prioritise mental health in sports? How can athletes be mentally healthy while performing at their best?
Sports and exercise medicine physician, clinician and academic researcher, Dr Lervasen Pillay, joins Ayanda Charlie once again to unpack this layered topic. This polarising issue existed long before Simone Biles stepped back from competing in the Tokyo Olympics but her decision highlighted why this conversation is vitally important.
Make sure to subscribe and share this podcast with your friends and family!
This podcast is produced by 2Stories for Mediclinic, written by Nicci Collier, and produced by Carol Williams with audio editing, engineering, and sound design by Kozi Mzimela and Jordyn Toohey.
Notable timestamps:
[00:02:34] The importance of mental health for athletes.
[00:03:43] What makes an athlete more prone to mental illnesses?
[00:06:35] How coaches and sports organisations can support the mental health of athletes and reduce the stigma around it.
[00:09:15] How to address mental health with athletes.
[00:11:08] Eating disorders in the world of sports.
[00:13:42] The importance of physical and mental rehabilitation after injuries and surgery.
[00:16:20] Warning signs for athletes struggling with their mental health.
[00:20:01] How pressure to perform affects children in sports.
[00:23:17] How athletes can find an outlet while recovering from an injury.
Links you should know about:
Register for Mediclinic Prime: https://forms.mediclinic.co.za/prime
Dr Lervasen Pillay: https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/doctors/9/Dr_Lervasen_Pillay.html
Contact The South African Depression and Anxiety Group: https://www.sadag.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=11&Itemid=114
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How do you exercise with a chronic condition or comorbidity? Is there hope for someone with these limitations to enjoy a life of movement and how can their friends and family help them?
Dr Elmo Pretorius is the expert that host, Ayanda Charlie, speaks to in this hope-inspiring episode of The Health Wrap: On The Move powered by Mediclinic. He is a specialist in both endocrinology and internal medicine. Hear his insights on the topic of sports and wellness for those with a comorbidity or chronic health condition.
If you haven’t subscribed to this podcast yet, make sure you do so that you don’t miss an episode!
This podcast is produced by 2Stories for Mediclinic, written by Nicci Collier, and produced by Carol Williams with audio editing, engineering, and sound design by Kozi Mzimela and Jordyn Toohey.
Some golden nuggets:
[00:02:45] Warning signs for serious health conditions when exercising.
[00:05:09] How to approach exercise if you’ve been diagnosed with a chronic condition.
[00:06:25] The benefits of sports participation for someone with a chronic condition.
[00:07:56] Types of sports people with chronic conditions should and shouldn’t do.
[00:10:22] Considerations for someone with type two diabetes when they exercise.
[00:12:34] Potential risks for people who exercise with comorbidities.
[00:14:17] How a healthy lifestyle prevents chronic conditions.
[00:17:48] How to start exercising with a recently diagnosed chronic condition.
[00:19:34] Sports tips for people with mental health issues.
[00:22:43] The power of diet and exercise to cure lifestyle diseases.
Links you should know about:
Register for Mediclinic Prime: https://forms.mediclinic.co.za/prime
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What should you know about injuries and rehab as a professional athlete or sports enthusiast besides that they are inevitable?
This episode is dedicated to unpacking the science behind healing and recovery in sports. Dr Stefan Wever, an experienced orthopaedic surgeon with a special interest in foot and ankle surgery, sports injuries, keyhole surgery and reconstructive surgery is the expert that joins our host, Ayanda Charlie, to share his wisdom on this topic.
Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so that you don’t miss an episode.
This podcast is produced by 2Stories for Mediclinic, written by Nicci Collier, and produced by Carol Williams with audio editing, engineering, and sound design by Kozi Mzimela and Jordyn Toohey.
Notable moments:
[00:03:54] The most prevalent activities related to injury in South Africa.
[00:05:22] How to guard children against overuse injuries.
[00:07:35] When you should pay attention to pain and get professional help.
[00:08:49] Which medical professional to see depending on your injury?
[00:11:14] Conservative options before surgery.
[00:12:21] Preventative measures athletes can use in training to avoid injury.
[00:14:31] Protective gear you can wear during different sports.
[00:16:08] Is it ever too late to rehabilitate an injury?
[00:17:19] Painkillers and becoming dependent on them.
[00:20:44] Advice for athletes with spinal cord injuries on their path to recovery.
[00:24:47] Age and its impact on recovery.
[00:27:16] Emerging trends in sports injury rehabilitation.
Links you should know about:
Register for Mediclinic Prime: https://forms.mediclinic.co.za/prime
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Are you preparing to take part in a sports event and looking for the best way to maximise your enjoyment, get the best results and recover well after the event?
In this episode of The Health Wrap, On The Move, the manager of the corporate events department at Mediclinic Southern Africa, Dr Darren Green, joins Ayanda Charlie to unpack these questions and many more. With a special interest and background in neuroscience, sports and exercise medicine, he is the perfect expert to demystify the big task of training for a sports event.
Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so that you don’t miss an episode.
This podcast is produced by 2Stories for Mediclinic, written by Nicci Collier, and produced by Carol Williams with audio editing, engineering, and sound design by Kozi Mzimela and Jordyn Toohey.
Important time stamps:
[00:03:48] The psychological impact on the body when you participate in sports events.
[00:07:30] Why do you need to get a health screening before signing up for your next race?
[00:10:13] What happens to your body when you don’t prepare for a race properly?
[00:12:47] How far in advance should you start training for an event?
[00:14:49] How to put a training program together ahead of a sports event.
[00:17:36] How to stick to a training program.
[00:18:35] How sleeping patterns & nutrition play a role in training for an event.
[00:21:44] Pre-race rituals to prepare your mind and body on race day.
[00:26:31] A physical checklist for race day.
[00:29:38] Your post-race recovery plan.
[00:32:27] How and when to return to regular training after a sports event.
Links you should know about:
Register for Mediclinic Prime: https://forms.mediclinic.co.za/prime
Discounted option to join Run/Walk for Life
https://www.mediclinic.co.za/content/dam/mc-sa-corporate/downloads/run-walk-for-life.pdf
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What are the potential benefits AND risks of taking sports supplements?
With such a wide array of options available, how do we separate fact from good marketing?
You’ve come to the right place because this episode of The Health Wrap On The Move will answer these questions and more around this topic. Dietitian, Elsabe Loubser, joins our host, Ayanda Charlie, to share her expert advice on everything from incorporating products like protein powders, pre-workouts, vitamins and creatine, to which products to avoid depending on what you want to achieve.
Click the subscribe button so you don’t miss an episode!
This podcast is produced by 2Stories for Mediclinic, written by Nicci Collier, and produced by Carol Williams with audio editing, engineering, and sound design by Kozi Mzimela and Jordyn Toohey.
Skip to the good parts:
[00:02:58] The difference between getting your nutrients from supplements versus whole foods.
[00:05:16] Why supplements have grown in popularity.
[00:06:49] The most commonly used supplements among athletes.
[00:10:04] Why you should consult a healthcare professional before taking supplements.
[00:11:36] The truth about supplement safety testing.
[00:14:00] Different sports and their supplement requirements.
[00:15:45] Recovery shakes versus whole food options.
[00:18:27] What you should know about pre-workout supplements.
[00:21:40] The difference between whey protein and creatine.
[00:24:02] Teenagers and supplements.
[00:25:44] Weight-loss supplements and if you should take them.
[00:26:54] A supplement fad to avoid.
Links you should know about:
Register for Mediclinic Prime: https://forms.mediclinic.co.za/prime
Discounted option to join Run/Walk for Life
https://www.mediclinic.co.za/content/dam/mc-sa-corporate/downloads/run-walk-for-life.pdf
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What are the benefits of encouraging an active lifestyle for your kids and what’s the best way to do it?
We kick off the first episode of ‘The Health Wrap: On The Move’ powered by Mediclinic with an important chat about physical fitness for the whole family. With three private sports and exercise medicine practices around Johannesburg, sports and exercise medicine physician, Dr Lervasen Pillay, joins us to share his wealth of knowledge on the subject.
Click the subscribe button to join us on the journey to health and fulfilment.
This podcast is produced by 2Stories for Mediclinic, written by Nicci Collier, and produced by Carol Williams with audio editing, engineering, and sound design by Kozi Mzimela and Jordyn Toohey.
Golden Nuggets:
[00:02:30] Key principles of maintaining good physical health and fitness.
[00:04:52] How parents can set a good example for their children in fitness.
[00:06:49] How to get a busy family exercising together.
[00:09:19] Healthy eating as a family.
[00:14:05] Family fitness activities for younger children between 3 and 5 years old.
[00:16:06] Developing healthy boundaries for your children’s screen time.
[00:18:57] How to help a disabled, overweight or uncoordinated child become physically active.
[00:21:49] Virtual reality game inventions that promote physical activity.
[00:23:01] Common pitfalls that keep children from physical activity.
[00:24:58] Energy drinks and supplements for children.
Links you should know about:
Register for Mediclinic Prime: https://forms.mediclinic.co.za/prime
Dr Lervasen Pillay: https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/doctors/9/Dr_Lervasen_Pillay.html
Sign up for the Parkrun: https://www.parkrun.co.za/
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Do you dream of holding your newborn baby ,glowing after a smooth and complication-free birth? Sometimes the newborn baby scene we see in movies isn’t the reality experienced. Did you know that in South Africa one in seven infants are born before 37 weeks and are therefore considered premature babies?
This episode of The Health Wrap powered by Mediclinic is all about the Neonatal Critical Care Unit, or NICU, where our preterm bundles of joy get special care to grow strong enough to be delivered into the arms of their families. Paediatrician and neonatologist, Dr Samantha O’Ryan, joins Vanessa Pickford with stories of hope and her expert experience for expectant parents, parents of preemies, and their support networks.
Make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes of The Health Wrap powered by Mediclinic, experts you can trust.
Some notable moments:
[00:04:21] When you can call a baby premature.
[00:05:55] The anxiety around premature babies explained.
[00:07:34] Reasons why a baby may be born prematurely.
[00:09:57] Why preemie babies need intensive care and possibly prolonged hospitalisation.
[00:11:52] The special skills and qualifications that the doctors and the NICU staff need to work in this environment.
[00:13:16] A day in the life of a baby in the NICU.
[00:15:12] What parents should do while their baby’s in the NICU.
[00:16:48] When NICU babies can be held by their mothers.
[00:17:57] How parents-to-be can prepare in the event of having a preemie baby.
[00:19:33] Contact the Mediclinic 24/7 helpline.
[00:20:29] How to know when a baby can be discharged from the NICU.
[00:22:33] Special care at home for a preemie baby.
[00:24:39] Medical advancements in the preemie baby field.
[00:26:25] The CPAP or Continuous Positive Airway Pressure explained.
[00:28:04] A story of hope of a preemie survivor.
[00:30:28] What expectant mothers can do to improve their chances of a full-term healthy delivery.
Links you should know about:
Dr Samantha O’Ryan: https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/doctors/6/dr-samantha-o-ryan.html
Email your suggestions & questions to [email protected]
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How can we support parents of preemie babies better? How can these parents find psychological support when they need it most?
A complication-free, full-term pregnancy is something every mother dreams of. When things go wrong and the baby is premature, all these unexpected changes can be overwhelming.
We’re here to help in this episode of ‘The Health Wrap’ brought to you by Mediclinic Baby. Clinical psychologist, Chrismari Herholdt, joins us to share expert tips and advice for expectant parents, new parents of preemie babies, and the friends and family that surround them. Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss any of our baby-related episodes.
Some golden nuggets:
[00:04:50] What parents of preemie babies can expect emotionally after birth.
[00:08:03] Tips for parents processing their preemie baby experience.
[00:09:15] Mums of preemie babies and post-natal depression.
[00:12:52] Advice for preemie parents needing to reach out for help.
[00:14:56] Non-medicinal support structures for mothers of preemie babies.
[00:18:13] The emotional strain fathers or preemie babies experience.
[00:21:22] The pros and cons of social media for preemie parents.
[00:25:38] How to contact a psychologist as preemie parents.
[00:26:55] How pregnant mums can be prepared for their delivery and the unexpected.
[00:29:37] How pregnant mums can take care of themselves to lower their risk of depression.
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Links you should know about:
Post partum care: https://www.postpartumcare.co.za/
Chrismari Herholdt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrismari-herholdt-04a60a22/overlay/about-this-profile/
Women offering mothers birth support: https://www.wombs.org.za/
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Are you ready for the impact having a baby will have on your relationships?
From intimacy with your partner postpartum to gender-based violence warning signs and surviving motherhood as a single mum, we are here to help. Dr Mpume Zenda doesn’t hold back in this episode of The Health Wrap podcast powered by Mediclinic Baby so that you can be fully equipped for your journey of motherhood. It really does take a village to raise a child.
Make sure to subscribe to the podcast for more helpful content!
Some golden nuggets:
[00:04:35] - [00:06:06] How important the role of the partner is when having a baby.
[00:06:35] - [00:08:44] Common relationship challenges couples face when having a baby.
[00:08:55] - [00:13:36] Warning signs new mothers should look out to avoid gender-based violence.
[00:13:37] - [00:17:30] How to encourage bonding between partners and with the baby.
[00:17:54] - [00:19:31] Does the partner's role shift when something unexpected happens to the baby?
[00:20:15] - [00:24:06] How soon after the birth is sexual intercourse advised?
[00:28:04] - [00:32:33] Breastfeeding and its impact on sexuality.
[00:32:57] - [00:35:16] Single moms survival tips.
Links you should know about:
Registration link: https://forms.mediclinic.co.za/baby
More about Mediclinic Baby programme: https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/mediclinicbaby/programme-benefits.html
App download links:
iOS https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mediclinic-baby/id1599704172
Android https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mediclinic.mcbaby
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Did you know that 92% of first-time mothers have trouble breastfeeding three days after birth according to a study done by UC Davis Medical Center?
If you’ve fallen into this percentile, you’re not alone and we are here to help. This episode is chock-full of practical tips and guidelines for new mothers. From nappy-changing to bathing and learning why your baby is crying, this conversation with Sr Andrea Vinnecomb is the audio handbook every new mother needs.
Join Vanessa Pickford on this insightful journey by subscribing to the podcast!
Some golden nuggets:
[00:03:30] - [00:06:14] Advice for new mums about caring for their newborn
[00:06:51] - [00:08:29] The ins and outs of nappies! How often should they be changed and how should you change them?
[00:08:30] - [00:09:54] Tips for bathing your newborn baby
[00:10:08] - [00:12:02] All you need to know about your baby’s umbilical cord.
[00:12:17] - [00:13:24] What’s the best way to cut your baby’s nails?
[00:13:45] - [00:16:01] Tips for dressing your baby
[00:16:02] - [00:21:59] Breastfeeding tips
[00:22:05] - [00:26:16] Newborn baby’s sleep patterns
[00:26:17] - [00:27:52] How to establish a routine for your baby
[00:28:15] - [00:32:13] Red flags that indicate that your baby is ill or struggling
[00:32:14] - [00:33:24] All about the six-month checkup
[00:33:25] - Getting to know what your baby is crying for
Links you should know about:
Registration link: https://forms.mediclinic.co.za/baby
More about Mediclinic Baby programme: https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/mediclinicbaby/programme-benefits.html
App download links:
iOS https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mediclinic-baby/id1599704172
Android https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mediclinic.mcbaby
How to Breastfeeding video: https://youtu.be/ZtnjfzeTM5E
How to bath your baby video: https://youtu.be/bcDCbaCeGjw
Baby Massage video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xtZulNUL8Z0&list=PLGnXqb3C_6fBUtQ9iuEJKOx0wUpG2LOwI&index=5
Healthy Baby Happy Baby video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p5Y7YA_Jkmo&list=PLGnXqb3C_6fBUtQ9iuEJKOx0wUpG2LOwI&index=3
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