The long game
Health
Sleep, hormones, alcohol and ageing: what the evidence supports, and what is a sales pitch.
Features
Journal- 25 November 2026 — Sober-Curious Summer: What Cutting Back on Alcohol Does to Your Body, Sleep and Training
- 23 November 2026 — Hormones at 40: What Perimenopause and "Low T" Really Mean, for Her and for Him
- 15 November 2026 — Walk This Way: The Japanese Interval Walking Method That Makes Every Step Count
- 10 November 2026 — Lift for Longevity: Why Strength Training Is the Best Thing You Can Do After 35
- 8 November 2026 — The 30g Fibre Challenge: The Most Underrated Upgrade to Your Diet
- 5 November 2026 — Wired But Tired? What Magnesium Can (and Can't) Do for Your Sleep and Stress
- 3 November 2026 — Creatine Isn't Just for Gym Bros Any More. Here's Who Should Take It, and Why
Comparisons
All comparisonsHealthy ageing
Department- Are NMN and NAD supplements worth it in South Africa?
- Do glucosamine and chondroitin work?
- Do people over 60 need vitamin D and B12 supplements in South Africa?
- Does collagen help joints over 50 in South Africa?
- Does CoQ10 work for heart or energy?
- Does magnesium help older adults sleep?
- Does omega-3 help with ageing?
- How do you prevent muscle loss as you age?
- How much protein do people over 60 need?
- How much should you lift and eat for muscle after 60?
- Is creatine safe and useful for older adults?
- What is sarcopenia and can supplements help?
- What is the best multivitamin for over 50s in South Africa?
- What is the best protein powder for seniors in South Africa?
- Which supplements interact with common medicines in South Africa?
Also on the desk
All answers- Can collagen help with menopause skin and bone changes?
- Can creatine help women in perimenopause and menopause?
- Do women need vitamin D and calcium for bone health?
- Does magnesium help PMS and period cramps?
- Does magnesium help sleep and muscle cramps?
- Does pre-workout raise blood pressure?
- How long before bed should you stop pre-workout?
- How much magnesium should you take per day?
- Is collagen worthwhile for menopause in South Africa?
- Is soy protein safe? Does it affect hormones in South Africa?
- Magnesium glycinate vs citrate: which is better in South Africa?
- What is the best magnesium supplement in South Africa?
- Why does pre-workout cause heart palpitations or anxiety?