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Eat like a man
Everything you need to know about healthy food and diet options for proper blokes. Because what you put into your body is as important as what you do with it!
For additional info about healthy eating, diets that really work and much more, check out Health24's comprehensive Diet & Nutrition hub
Muscle chow
Can you eat yourself to an Adonis-like body from the comfort of your couch? Which foods will encourage your body to build muscles?
Build muscle like warriors of old
For centuries, man not only subsisted, but thrived on a few staples: millet, rice, buckwheat, sorghum, rye, barley and maize. These humble grains were supplemented with vegetables, fruit, nuts as well as beer.
Eating habits: men vs women
New research on how men and women view their bodies shows that women who accept their looks are more likely to eat healthily.
Man: love thy veggies
Men who eat at least 1.5 cups a week of cruciferous veggies, such as broccoli, cabbage and cauliflower, can cut their risk of prostate cancer by more than 40 percent.
When to eat what for a workout
You’re serious about your workout and about fitting into size 32 jeans for the rest of your life.
Braaiing can up cancer risk
South Africa’s favourite pastime, the old fashioned braai, may be contributing to the rise in cancer.
Detox diets - good or bad?
Overweight, constipated and downright unhappy with life? Would it be wise to reverse the effects of some overindulgence with a detox diet? DietDoc comments.
Five foods that could kill you
An actor died after eating pufferfish and a girl with a peanut allergy didn't survive the kiss of a boyfriend. Find out which foods you should avoid if you want to stay alive.
Is fast food addictive?
A steady diet of hamburgers, fries and foods high in fat and calories may be addictive, according to New Scientist magazine.
How to cut fat
Fat makes fat. In terms of weight management, it is a killer: 1g of fat has almost twice as many kilojoules as 1g of carbohydrate or protein. Here's how to cut your intake.
A bodybuilder's diet
Eating well when you're weight training is no small feat - this much is clear from our dietician's comments.
Eating Disorders among Men
While most people associate eating disorders such as anorexia and bulimia with women, men suffer from these disorders, too.
This is man-food
The month of June is dedicated to Men's Health and because healthy eating habits are vital for sustaining good health, let's consider what men should, and should not eat.
Slimming guidelines for men
Most men have the following physiological advantages that not only 'protect' them against gaining weight, but that can also be roped in to help them lose it. DietDoc investigates.
8 Dieting hurdles for men
Struggling to get rid of your belly? Perhaps you’re making one of these common dieting mistakes that guys are prone to.
When men gain weight
Contrary to popular belief, weight gain (and a need to shake the kilos off) isn't merely restricted to the female of the species. DietDoc takes a look at this phenomenon in men.
A Bar-One a Day...
Recent evidence suggests that chocolate in moderation may be beneficial for ones health.
Five healthy eating tips
You know that your health largely depends on what you eat – live on hamburgers and chips, and your body will start to show the symptoms very quickly.
Male obesity really risky
Gentlemen, lay off the fatty foods - they're worse for you than doctors had thought.
Beef up
Protein is needed for strength, to build and maintain muscle, to aid recovery and in the case of a younger rugby player, protein is also essential for growth and development.
Broccoli helps prostate
It's no secret that men who eat lots of vegetables seem more likely to avoid prostate cancer, but researchers now think a chemical in broccoli and cauliflower could help doctors treat the disease, too.
Eating disorders in boys?
Because they're accustomed to diagnosing eating disorders in white teenage girls, doctors may overlook the condition in boys and certain ethnic groups, US researchers warn.
Five weight loss tips
Struggling to lose weight? Join millions of people around the world who are battling those extra kilos. Maybe these five tips will spur you on.
Are shakes healthy?
Many people use shakes as a meal replacement. But is this really a risk-free way of losing weight and getting your tummy full? A dietician answers.
Addicted to food?
Eating can be a form of addiction for obese people, suggests a new study that used a device to monitor stomach-to-brain signals.
Quick 2-day detox plan
Want to detox? We offer you a quick two-day detox diet, which will leave you invigorated and healthy.
Why junk food tastes so good
You've been craving a burger and chips all day, but managed to resist the tempation. But the tuna salad didn't make the craving go away.
15 facts about your pee
Everyone has to pee at some point during the day, and we all do it every day. But how much do you really know about your urine? Read this infographic and learn about your pee.
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