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 ba ..read more

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 d ..read more

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 h ..read more

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 complication ..read more

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 Wasserval 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 ..read more

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 ..read more

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 ho ..read more

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, Vane ..read more

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 ..read more

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 ..read more