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What causes cellulite? Oestrogen is the most important hormone involved in the production of cellulite, and explains why it predominately (but not exclusively) affects women, it begins after puberty and

Compartments of fat Fat is a liquid at body temperature. Thin fibrous connective tissue, called septae, separate the liquid fat into small compartments of similar size. Fibrous connective tissue, called

Why do we have subcutaneous fat? The fat tissue beneath our skin has three main functions. It acts as a shock absorber to dissipate external forces applied to the skin,

Most women (85%) and a small number of men have cellulite, usually on the thighs, buttocks and upper arms. It’s a normal pattern of fat for people of all shapes

The case for action Since the risks of type 2 diabetes can be reduced by taking more exercise, a healthy diet and maintaining a healthy weight, we need to find

Most people are well aware of two of the main forms of diabetes – type 1, which usually first appears in young people; and the more common type 2, which

Consumers have little choice There is an overwhelming perception that if consumers are educated, they will make good choices. But currently food and beverage choices are shaped by availability, affordability

Tackling the fat problem The South African National Department of Health has set a target of reducing the number of people who are obese or overweight by 10% by 2020. 

If South Africans don’t drastically reduce the number of cool drinks, juices and sugar-sweetened beverages they drink every day, there will be more than nine million obese adults in the

Helpful hints Joining a gym may work for some, but it’s not the only way of getting the benefits of regular exercise. Here are some practical tips to get moving.