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According to Harvard Health, the more you cook at home, the healthier your diet, the fewer calories you consume, and the less likely you are to be obese or develop type 2 diabetes. Need some help to get started? Keep a lookout for an exciting recipe coming in the next few weeks… and in the meantime, have a look at the article below to explore the many benefits of making healthier nutrition choices. #LiveLifeWithVitality #HealthyHabits #Nutrition #HealthyEating #SustainableEating

Did you know that a poor diet is a leading risk factor for chronic diseases, contributing to over 2.8 million deaths annually? Research shows that diets high in processed foods, added sugars and unhealthy fats significantly increase the risk of heart disease, diabetes and even certain types of cancer. This month, we're shining a spotlight on healthy and sustainable eating. By making mindful choices, we can improve our health and wellbeing on both an individual and societal level. Stay tuned for tips from our Vitality experts and discover easy, healthy recipes to help you make better dietary choices, every day. #LiveLifeWithVitality #Nutrition #HealthyEating #SustainableEating

As Women's Month wraps up in South Africa, we're reflecting on the remarkable achievements of women in our business, which we celebrated at our Inaugural Women's Day Breakfast held a few weeks ago.   The morning kicked off with an inspirational keynote address by Francis Bakos, Senior Vice President for Growth Markets, in which he shared powerful insights and personal experiences that resonated deeply with everyone in attendance.   What followed was an empowering panel discussion featuring various women from across Discovery Limited, in which they discussed the challenges and triumphs of their careers, and encouraged all the women in the room to lean into their unique "superpower" in order to maximise their workplace successes.   The panel was facilitated by Naseera Joyce, Partner Market Executive at Vitality Global, and comprised of Noluthando Nematswerani, Chief Clinical Officer at Discovery Health, Marian C., Head of Discovery Institute of Training, Nonku Pitje, CEO Corporate and Employee Benefits, Karen Salmon, Deputy CEO of Vitality Network, and Yorishma Maharaj, Senior Delivery Manager. Each of these women have been remarkably successful in their own careers, and provided invaluable insights into their journeys thus far.   The morning culminated in a delicious breakfast, as well as an opportunity for all guests to network. It was a wonderful way to celebrate the phenomenal women across our organisation. We can't wait for this to become an annual event!   #LiveLifeWithVitality #WomensDay #WomensMonth #EmpoweringWomen

Whether you plan to travel locally, internationally or just to your backyard, taking personal time off (PTO) from work has huge benefits for your overall health and wellbeing. With 54% of people having at least one work-related stress symptom, and burnout levels on the rise, taking the time to completely switch off gives your mind the opportunity to rest, relax and reset. A popular benefit that our Vitality members love is travel. Our collaboration with Expedia Group aims to make travel more affordable and accessible, promoting the importance of personal time off as a key component of overall health and wellbeing. Their world-class platform offers exceptional travel experiences to members, making it easier than ever to enjoy your well-deserved time off. Have you planned PTO yet? If not, let’s get going. #LiveLifeWithVitality #PersonalTimeOff #Travel #Expedia #Presenteeism #LeaveDays #VitalityPartner #HealthyHabits #SelfCare

Olympic athletes know that self-care for physical health is crucial, but did you know that self-care for the brain is just as important? We asked Cassi-Lee Rubin, Head of Mental Health Risk Management at Discovery Limited about some easy self-care habits to boost your brain health and maximise cognitive function. Watch her tips in the video. #LiveLifeWithVitality #BrainHealth #SelfCare #HealthyHabits

Did you know that irregular sleep can raise your risk of diabetes? A study in Diabetes Care found that both too little and too much sleep are linked to a higher risk of type 2 diabetes. An hour less sleep than the recommended 7 hours per night increases diabetes risk by 9%. Plus, adults with more than an hour of sleep variation have a 34% higher risk. So, what’s the sweet spot? Aim for 7 to 8 hours of sleep per night to minimize your risk. With the global number of diabetic patients projected to reach 592 million by 2035, it is essential that we find ways to improve our habits to mitigate the disease. We’ve included the link to the full article in the comment section below. #LiveLifeWithVitality #Diabetes #Prevention #Sleep

Ever wondered what a "winning mentality" looks like at work? It's all about mindset. Achieving your goals isn't just about personal success - it's about lifting your team up too. A Harvard Business Review Study found that companies promoting collaborative work environments are five times more likely to be high-performing. Company culture has consistently been proven to be an important indicator of employees' job satisfaction, as well as their productivity. In fact, happy workers are 13% more productive then their unhappy counterparts. By fostering a culture of collaboration and viewing obstacles as growth opportunities, everyone can reach their potential and inspire others too. After all, if there's one thing the Olympics teaches us, it's that going for gold is always a team effort. #LiveLifeWithVitality #Mindset #WorkCulture #WorkplaceWellness #Success

As the Paris Olympics wrap up, let’s talk about a key part of fitness: recovery. Recovery is essential in building a sustainable fitness routine. Without it, after a few weeks of hard training, it’s possible you might not see the improvements you hoped for. Recovery doesn’t mean lying on the couch doing nothing. While some days it means taking a day off training, other times it means doing a low intensity workout, stretching, or going for a nice long walk. It’s important to plan your training sessions and allow for “recovery weeks” with a lower workload to allow adaptations to take place, meaning you will feel stronger and fitter when you get going again after a few easy workout days. This way, you will maximise your progress, lower your risk of injury and overtraining, promote muscle growth, enhance your long-term performance, and protect your mental wellbeing. Need some recovery tips? Here are some to get you started: ·      Develop a training plan that gradually increases intensity and volume for 3-4 weeks, followed by an easier “recovery” week ·      Incorporate yoga, light stretching and low-intensity workouts into your workout routine ·      Add 5 to 10 minutes of foam rolling and stretching after workouts to clear lactic acid build-up ·      Ensure you fuel your body with nutritious, balanced meals, drink enough water, and get sufficient sleep to promote muscle repair and recovery Prioritising recovery allows you to take care of your mind and body, and achieve your fitness goals. #LiveLifeWithVitality #Recovery #Fitness #FitnessGoals #SelfCare #HealthyHabits

Parents, ever feel like quick meals for your kids are a struggle between convenience and nutrition? On International Youth Day, let's talk about making healthy habits easy for our little ones. We spoke with Lindsay Hanson, CMO at John Hancock and Global Head of Behavioural Insurance Strategy and Delivery, about the healthy habits she's focusing on this year: making sure her son improves his eating habits. Here's what she had to say. #LiveLifeWithVitality #InternationalYouthDay #HealthyHabits #Nutrition

Looking to increase productivity at work? 👇 The solution might just be hybrid working! It's a form of flexible working where employees split their time between working from home and from the office, with set office days decided by your employer. 📅 At Vitality, our approach to hybrid working allows employees to split time between attending the office and working from home. We believe our approach achieves the best of both worlds: time together to connect, collaborate, create and learn – and more flexibility and choice for employees, where possible. Is this your sign to introduce hybrid working? Let us know your favourite way to work in the comments! 💬 #hybridworking #teamvitality #ourpeople