Debunking common weight loss myths and misconceptions
05 Apr 2023
There are many common myths and misconceptions about weight loss that can be confusing or even harmful.
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Strategies for overcoming emotional eating and food cravings
05 Apr 2023
Emotional eating is a common issue that can hinder weight loss efforts. Below are some strategies that can help overcome emotional eating and food cravings.
11 Quick and Easy Weight loss Recipes
25 Mar 2023
Choose from these low-calorie recipe ideas that are flavourful, filling and great for those busy week nights!
What is Obesity and what causes it?
20 Jan 2023
What is obesity really? Are there specific causes for becoming obese and is there any turning point where you can change your situation from not so healthy to super healthy?
Foods you should eat Everyday
17 Jan 2023
We work around the struggles of a new expert everyday regarding what foods we can or cannot eat. What is healthy, what is not and the list of frustration grows over time. In this blog we will go over some foods you should be having everyday.
Diet
01 Nov 2022
Diet. Such a Small word, that carries so much weight!
5 Weight loss trends of 2022
27 Sept 2022
We know some diets have always been top of the list of things people follow to help them achieve their desired weight goals and we want to dive into detail regarding the top trending weight loss tips / diets that is happening this year so far. Most of our clients have tried either one or all of these trends.
Best Diet
23 Jul 2022
What is the best diet? This topic is searched countless times across all search engines. The better question to ask is, are diets healthy? Which diets are considerable and which should never be tried? At Diva we mainly focus on healthy eating and healthy lifestyles. In this blog we will discuss the various diets on the market and you can see for yourself what the search is all about.
5 Foods to Control Cravings
20 Jul 2022
There is something that can ruin even the best diet plan and that is Cravings. This comes hard especially for beginners or people who are not used to following a particular healthy diet.
Weight loss Program
01 Jul 2022
Are you ready for Summer? We have the Perfect Weight loss program.
Winter is a Great Time to lose weight
02 Jun 2022
We all have believed that summer is the best time to lose weight as it helps in burning more calories but a new study states otherwise. Working out in a cold environment can increase the body's ability to adapt to different temperatures and boost the fat-burning capacity of the body. While this may sound interesting, please remember that when it comes to losing weight, your diet, workout schedule, lifestyle choices - everything makes a difference.
Liposuction Before and After
24 May 2022
This is the remarkable story of Rose that has lost 30kg with our liposuction treatment. Her whole journey, before and after liposuction treatment and how it has changed her life.
Foods to avoid when trying to lose belly fat
21 May 2022
The foods that you eat can have a very big effect on your weight and belly fat structure. Some foods, like full-fat yogurt, coconut oil and eggs, can help with weight loss and burning fat in particular areas. Other foods, and we mention especially processed and refined products, can make you gain weight. We will discuss the foods to avoid below, when you are trying to lose belly fat.
How to lose belly fat after pregnancy
19 May 2022
Most women gain between 10 and 25 kilograms during their pregnancy. We know Losing this weight after delivering the baby is not that easy and losing the belly fat can seem like climbing mount Everest. There are quite a few things that you can do to help you get your pre-pregnancy body back. Losing belly fat in general is a difficult obstacle now add pregnancy to the list. Let's dive into the things you can do to help you lose belly fat after pregnancy.
Is Emotional eating bad for you?
17 May 2022
Why is emotional eating harmful? Emotional eating isn’t limited to times of stress, loneliness and depression. It also accompanies celebration and can be just as mindless and excessive when a person is happy.
Which Cardio burns the most fat
14 May 2022
We get it. You are thinking of joining the gym, then hesitating and reconsidering your options. Perhaps you should just do something from home or go walk in the neighbourhood. But what cardio exercises actually burns the most fat?
Non surgical liposuction price list
13 May 2022
Non surgical liposuction is far cheaper compared to surgical liposuction
Laser treatment for fat removal
13 May 2022
Traditional liposuction requires an invasive procedure to remove fat from areas like the the abdomen, thighs, neck, and arms. But there's another way to remove fat without surgery or even downtime. It's called noninvasive laser lipo.
Stomach fat reduction
13 May 2022
Adipose tissue on the Belly is much more than the annoyance of your clothes not fitting right. It is alarmingly harmful.
What is Sensitive skin? How to tell you Have Sensitive Skin
11 May 2022
Know your skin type -SENSITIVE SKIN- Characteristics: The main characteristic of sensitive, irritated skin is sensatory responses to irritating substances that are more rapid and intensive in comparison to people with "normal" skin.
How do You know you have a Combination skin Or a Normal skin?
11 May 2022
Know your skin type: -NORMAL SKIN- Regular, or "normal", skin is characterized by a healthy appearance, and a soft and smooth texture, which on the one hand doesn't suffer from dryness or, flaky areas, and on the other, doesn't suffer from increased oiliness, shine, enlarged pores, comedones, or acne either. -COMBINATION SKIN- The Characteristics of a Combination skin is true to its name: part oily and part regular or dry.
What is the difference between Dry and Oily Skin
11 May 2022
Know your skin type -DRY SKIN- Characteristics: Unlike the ageing dry skin, the young dry skin is mainly characterized by a lack of water in the stratum corneum – the outermost, top layer of the skin. As a result, it appears as lacking moisture, dry, and dull. -OILY SKIN & ACNE- The Characteristics of oily skin tends to be that it is prone to acne or the development of the same. The oily skin is characterized by an oily-shiny appearance and a rough texture; it is prone to having enlarged pores, to the appearance of pimples, blackheads and comedones, and to the formation of light to severe inflammation centers. Some cases may display acne, redness, and increased sensitivity.
What to Eat to Clear Up & Improve Your Skin
19 Apr 2022
Expert Diet Tips / Healthy eating habits for Acne-Free, Glowing Skin.
11 Tips to help you lose weight
19 Apr 2022
11 Helpful tips and Some advise to help you lose weight, with some small changes that can be made.
Why can't I lose weight?
19 Apr 2022
There are so many suggestions or thoughts people run through when they think why they cannot lose weight. What is the reason you can not lose weight?
Are low fat foods a good option
19 Apr 2022
Everyone knows that eating too much fat can be bad for you. So when you see the words "low fat", "no fat" or "99 per cent fat-free" on a product, it must be a healthy choice, right?
Will eating 5 times a day help me lose weight
19 Apr 2022
For us to be able to lose weight or maintain our weight, we need to understand the sum of calories in (food consumption) and calories out ( calories we burn by, breathing, exercising, and being active)
What is a Deep Cleansing facial?
19 Apr 2022
Generally we will perform blackhead extractions and use different instruments depending on what kind of cleansing is required and what skin type you have. We have advanced technology treatment that will also assist us in this process.
Cellulite Treatment
19 Apr 2022
Cellulite is a condition in which the skin appears to have areas with underlying fat deposits. Can you actually get rid of it?
The Amazing 21.5kg Weight Loss Story of Busi.
15 Apr 2022
SUCCESS STORIES | The amazing 21.5kg weight loss story of Busi.
Jessica's amazing weight loss story of 25kgs
15 Apr 2022
SUCCESS STORY | An amazing weight loss story of 25kgs
Do we have to go for regular Facials?
18 Mar 2022
Skin care specialists recommend that people have a professional facial about every three to four weeks. That’s how long it takes your skin to move through the full life cycle of skin cell growth and exfoliation. A facial helps that process along.
Paleo Diet - What is it and what is the benefits?
26 Feb 2022
Paleolithic diet The Paleolithic diet, Paleo diet, caveman diet, or stone-age diet is a modern fad diet consisting of foods thought by its proponents to mirror those eaten by humans during the Paleolithic era.
Why you need to change your mindset to be able to lose weight
18 Feb 2022
Mindset matters, and it matters in a big way. The way you think about health and nutrition is going to completely change how successful you are at sticking to your healthy eating goals. In fact, experts often agree that mindset is one of the biggest factors when it comes to weight loss and healthy eating habits. It can either help you or hurt your health goals.
Do we have a hunger switch?
18 Feb 2022
It is not your imagination, your body truly has a hunger switch. It is all related to hormones. You can effectively control those hormones and it can be beneficial and very helpful for your weight loss journey.
Is Intermittent Fasting Good For Weight loss?
16 Feb 2022
Finding yourself confused by the seemingly endless promotion of weight-loss strategies and diet plans? In this series, we take a look at some popular diets—and review the research behind them.
How to get through the first week of your diet
09 Feb 2022
We Get it! Starting a diet is daunting and frustration upon frustration. That is why we do not believe in diets! We do however believe in eating healthy. Eating healthy is not ordinary in most households. But sticking to your plan especially the first week can be a little bit intimidating. Continue reading our blog below on how to get through the first week!
The best healthy snacks to carry on the go
05 Feb 2022
Having some easy, healthy snacks on the go can be a game-changer for your busy days. Your body has a hunger switch, and by eating your snacks between main meals you will be able to control it.
How Alcohol causes weight gain
05 Feb 2022
What starts with an A and ends with a hangover? Yeappppp... that's the one, Alcohol. We dive into this blog with some information relating to alcohol Vs. weight loss. Can you gain weight when you drink alcohol?
Why is it important to keep a Food Journal
05 Feb 2022
Many people want to make an improvement on their health and lifestyle - that often start in the kitchen and them making changes to what they eat. Most often than not, this only lasts about a week or two then people tend to give up. The one thing that can keep motivating you to stay on track would be to keep a food journal.
7 Health benefits of regular exercise
03 Feb 2022
Being active has been shown to have many health benefits, both physically and mentally. It may even help you live longer
Does Salt affect weight loss?
03 Feb 2022
The Big question....Does salt affect weight loss? Our Clients often do not fully know what they are putting into their bodies and what the side effects or consequences of their actions can be. We have a found a big gap of knowledge in people who are trying to lose weight and the topic of salt.
Why is it important to meal plan
03 Feb 2022
Planning your meals ahead and working on a schedule helps to ensure that you are eating a variety of different healthy foods, and it can help you eat more fruit and vegetables, if that is something you generally do not do. Eating more fruits and vegetables can help reduce the risk of chronic lifestyle diseases.
Waist Trainers - Benefits and Side effects
02 Feb 2022
You have probably heard of Waist trainers in some point in time, perhaps on social media by following celebrities, chances are you’ve most likely seen waist trainers somewhere on the internet lately. They are corset-like garments that supposedly give you an hourglass shape over time. We want to dive into more detail about waist trainers and if they are Dangerous or not.
New Year, New You - Weight loss Resolutions
28 Jan 2022
If you’re looking for the ‘New Year, New You’ mindset, you’re not alone. But keeping a resolution is much harder than making one. 80% of New Year’s resolutions fail because of improper mindset and planning. But you can keep your resolution for this New year!
Zinc and the best sources for this Immune boosting Mineral
18 Jan 2022
Did you know that a healthy amount of zinc in your diet has been linked to an improved immune system and faster wound healing? The benefits of getting enough zinc are endless, it is one of the best immune boosting minerals out there.
Cryotechnology -Fat Freeze
18 Jan 2022
CRYOTECHNOLOGY is the latest technology used in fat removal treatments through a system of controlled cooling. This revolutionary technology is based on a new neither invasive nor painful procedure that cools the treated area to reduce the localised fat cells in a smooth and natural manner. But does it actually Work?
Should I take dietary supplements
15 Jan 2022
We will dive into this blog with the question…Should you take supplements or not.What exactly is a dietary supplement? According to the FDA a dietary supplement is a product to be taken orally to increase the nutritional value of a diet. They come in forms of tablets, capsules, liquids, premixed beverages and powders as well as creams, gels and sprays. One of the most common asked question by nutritionists around the world is: Do I have to take supplements constantly or can I get everything I need from food? Well the answer is Yes and No and this comes from nutritionist experts with extensive degrees in biochemistry.
Business opportunity VS. Franchise
15 Jan 2022
A business opportunity involves the sale of products and equipment that will enable the purchaser to begin a business. The seller of a business opportunity usually declares that it will assist the buyer with after sale support, full training, equipment and recommendations such as a suitable location to provide the service for future clients. This is different from the sale of an independent business, in which there is no continued relationship required by the seller. We are essentially selling you a tried, tested and successful business template.
How much water should I drink?
30 Dec 2021
How much Water should I drink Fun Fact of the day! Your body is about 60 percent water. Yes, you read that correctly. Scary actually right? The Human body constantly loses water throughout the day, this is mostly through urinating and sweating but also from regular body functions like breathing. For us to prevent dehydration, we need to drink plenty of water every day. We will go deeper into this. Physically, you need water to maintain your body and all your systems. But we also have a metaphorical analogy that we would like to share. Drinking water is important, but you also need to hydrate your soul.
How To Burn Fat
30 Dec 2021
How to burn fat... that is the age old question. I want to lose weight, but not just that, I want to burn fat, burn the belly fat! This is a statement we hear very often from our clients.
What is BMI and how do we use it
30 Dec 2021
Body Mass Index (BMI) is a person’s weight in kilograms divided by the square of height in meters. A high BMI can indicate high body fatness. BMI screens for weight categories that may lead to health problems in the future, but it does not diagnose the body fatness or health of an individual. Body Mass Index (BMI) is a measurement of a person’s weight with respect to his or her height. It is more of an indicator than a direct measurement of a person’s total body fat.
How to lose weight fast
30 Dec 2021
One of the most Googled searches every year is on how to lose weight fast. We often get asked that by our potential clients as well :"can I lose weight fast with this treatment?" Unfortunately there is no quick fix to losing weight. But the good news is that is absolutely achievable! You need to understand it happens gradually and steadily by making changes to your diet, coming for the ultrasound liposuction treatment once a week and introducing an exercise regimen to your life. We will be here to help fuel your motivation by helping you to change your lifestyle for the better and you get to learn how to maintain it for the long run! Another question we get asked frequently is :"Can I lose belly fat?" or :"What foods do I have to eat to lose belly fat ?"
What is Ultrasound liposuction - weight loss technology
29 Dec 2021
What Is This Weight Loss Treatment? Ultrasonic liposuction is a type of fat and weight loss procedure that breaks down and liquefy fat cells before their disposal through your body's natural metabolism. This is done with the help of ultrasound technology that works with ultrasonic waves to target fat cells and radio frequency waves to help melt down that fat cells into a liquid form. This type of treatment is known as cosmetic Non surgical Ultrasound liposuction and cellulite reduction. We will dive more into this below.
How to do a weight loss body Assessment
29 Dec 2021
The body assessment for weight loss and cellulite treatment or area contouring on specific problematic areas is important before starting a treatment plan. When we do an assessment we are considering the health history and main reasons for you to have gained weight. We will examine your weight history, weight-loss campaigns, workout habits, eating patterns, what different considerations you've taken, medications, stress levels and different issues about your health. We may also ask questions about the family's health history to see if you may be predisposed to specific circumstances.
Weight loss and diet tips
29 Dec 2021
Are you looking to get set for the fun month of the year? The festivities are running high in the sky as December is approaching. There are some weight loss foods which will definitely help you shed those extra kilograms. Diva Slimming and Aesthetics provide a wonderful healthy meal plan course from our meal plan website www.divamealplans.com but here is some diet tips and tricks, keep in mind losing weight does not need to be the most difficult thing in the world. Adapting healthy eating habits can also help to reduce the appearance of problematic cellulite.