As the year comes to a close, it is only natural to reflect on the cycle that has just ended and to look forward to what lies ahead. This year, Holistic Living has continued to make strides towards eradicating obesity […]
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If you thought weight loss is all about aesthetics, you might want to think again after this. Research shows that one of the major causes of hypertension and type II diabetes is excess weight. This rarely crosses most of our […]
It is often difficult, if not impossible, to truly understand someone until you have walked a mile in their shoes. Perhaps this is why other people’s stories of triumph are as inspiring as they are, especially when you are fighting […]
For a long time in many parts of Africa, a large stomach, fleshy thighs, and massive arms were a sign of prosperity and a picture of true health. A man with such a physique would be seen as being wealthy […]
My name is Mariam Saadian, I’m 41 years old. After having my baby, I put on a lot of weight and struggled to shed the extra kilos. I felt so heavy and was uncomfortable with my body, so I tried […]
Written by Tasha It is often believed that overweight people are lazy, irresponsible, unmotivated and good for nothing. This is simply not true. Sharon had been struggling with her weight since she was in high school. She tried everything […]
A very close friend is in trouble. Here, on this blog, we will call her Sally. Last week Sally called me and I could hear muffled cries from her end. “What is wrong?” I asked. “Half of my body is […]
“I have been struggling with weight for a long time and because of my weight I developed Diabetes. I could not move with ease and I had become dependent on Insulin Injections. My sugar levels moved to 29 and could […]
Necessity is the mother of invention, so it is said. For Dr Vladimir Shchukin and his wife Dr Lyudmila Shchukina, this adage proved to be true in their choice of medical practice. The couple are the brains behind Holistic Living; […]
BY LILLYAN LUTTAH aka BLACC MERCEDES When you think about a fat girl you cannot imagine what emotional stress I undergo. Some might think it is not such a big deal. I have to use a public transport to work […]
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