Jen Brueton

The world is facing a growing mental health crisis. Conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia affect millions of people globally, yet many individuals continue to struggle despite conventional treatment. While medications and psychotherapy can be life-changing for some, others experience only partial relief, difficult side effects, or persistent symptoms. In recent years, researchers and clinicians have begun exploring a different perspective on mental illness

For many women, perimenopause and menopause arrive quietly — and then suddenly affect everything. Read how to overcome symptoms and thrive during this stage of life.

Earlier this month, the United States released the 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, marking one of the most significant shifts in public nutrition policy in decades. While these guidelines are U.S.-based, their implications extend far beyond American borders — particularly for countries like South Africa, where rates of metabolic disease are rising rapidly and and placing increasing strain on individuals, families, and our already overburdened healthcare systems.