Sana Lifestyle Women’s Health & Wellness

21/10/2026

A Peak Inside Our Goody Bags

Ladies if you haven’t bought your tickets yet, do so now - we’ve just launched phase two! Our goody bags (and products) are provided by Wellness Warehouse, and you’ll find additional products or prizes by these incredible brands:

Melrose Arch Mammography & Wellness Within SA
CANSA
HALO
Enough Beauty Health
It’s All Good
Infusion Skin & Wellness
Umoya Foods
La Vie Water
Mantra Healing
Voyage International Beauty

Lunch is included, as well as a massage. Tickets are extremely limited so make sure you book your Roundtable seat today.

See you soon! 💖

19/10/2026

Think you know your body? Think again. There’s far more to the cl****is, female pleasure and s*xual wellbeing than most women have ever been taught.

In this episode, Kat sits down with Nicki Brivik from AskNicki to unpack the truth about s*x, intimacy, relationships and pleasure — from understanding the cl****is and or***ms to keeping curiosity and connection alive in long-term relationships.

There’s a misconception that great s*x should simply happen naturally. In reality, s*xual and relationship satisfaction often require communication, curiosity and intention.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Is s*x drive really a thing?
• The biggest misconceptions about s*x and intimacy
• S*x before and after having a baby and navigating the changes
• Why staying curious and connected matters
• Dealing with taboo and shame around s*x
• 3 tips for maintaining excitement in long-term relationships
• What you should know about or***ms
• Why foreplay matters
• The latest research around s*x after menopause

Watch more of this Holistic Expert on our YouTube channel - https://youtu.be/0OUyGl3bmw0?si=-MFjFH0-SLQduUgL

We publish a new recording every Monday! DM to join our Wellness Hub community & book your interview slot.💖

19/10/2026

https://www.quicket.co.za/events/402242-november-womens-health-wellness-roundtable/

This is Sana Lifestyle's second roundtable for women's health and wellness. This programme will include a functional doctor, an endometriosis expert, a menopause doctor, CANSA, MOSAIC, The Period Clinic, biokineticists, a dietician, a Dis-chem nurse and a yoga instructor. These incredible women will...

16/10/2026

Breast Care Matters…

South Africa does not have a formal national breast cancer screening programme due to public health funding constraints, though breast cancer remains the most frequently diagnosed cancer in South African women.

Key Breast Cancer & Mammography Stats

- Breast cancer accounts for over 25% of all new cancer cases diagnosed in SA women.
- Roughly 1 in 25 to 1 in 29 SA women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime, with urban areas reporting higher incidence rates up to 1 in 8.
- The average age of breast cancer diagnosis for SA women under 40 is 34 years, and cases in women aged 40–49 have increased (rising from 19.4% to 26.8% in a major Johannesburg study).

Screening Guidelines

The Radiological Society of South Africa (RSSA) and the Breast Imaging Society of South Africa (BISSA) recommend annual mammograms starting at age 40.
Most private medical aid schemes cover mammograms only biennially (every two years) for average-risk members.

Did You Know?

Public-sector patients often experience later-stage presentation, larger tumour sizes at diagnosis, and longer diagnostic intervals compared to private-sector patients.

What Is A Mammogram?

It is a highly specialised, low-dose X-ray examination of the breast tissue. It allows a radiologist to capture clear, detailed images. 3D mammography improves visibility for women with dense breast tissue.

Do I Need A Mammogram?

Yes, it is the universal “gold standard” for early breast cancer detection. Extensive clinical evidence shows that mammograms provide significant life-saving benefits:

- A mammogram locates preclinical abnormalities and tell-tale changes in breast tissue years before physical symptoms or lumps develop.
- Regular screening mammography has been shown to reduce breast cancer deaths by 15% to 40% depending on age and adherence.
- Finding cancer early means smaller, localised tumours. This often translates to fewer mastectomies (breast removals), less extensive surgeries, and lower requirements for aggressive chemotherapy.
- Mammograms successfully identify roughly 87% of women who have breast cancer.

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14/10/2026

Our Tickets Are Live!

For those that have missed it, or can’t access Quicket, here is the link to our November event - https://www.quicket.co.za/events/402242-november-womens-health-wellness-roundtable/ #/

Tickets are only R250, to enable those that can afford to, to bring someone that perhaps can’t afford to or hasn’t had the opportunity to experience the knowledge of specialists. Our aim is to help ALL women achieve health and wellness.

This is a day of knowledge, empowerment and community - amazing goody bags and lunch are included! We also have unbelievable spot prizes for attendees.

See you there! 💖

12/10/2026

Breast cancer screening can save lives — but many women still don’t fully understand their personal risk, mammograms, or the screening benefits available through medical aid.

In this episode of Sana Lifestyle, Kat speaks with Sam Schoub from MAMI – Melrose Arch Mammography Inc. about breast cancer screening, breast health and the science behind assessing and treating breast cancer.

They discuss:

• How to understand your personal breast cancer risk
• Breast cancer statistics in South Africa
• Genetics and other breast cancer risk factors
• Common misconceptions about mammograms
• How to maintain breast health
• How 3D mammograms work
• Mammograms with breast implants
• Bone health as we age
• Managing fear and claustrophobia during screening
• The Wellness Within programme
• Cryoablation technology
• What medical aids may cover

Watch more of this Medical and Holistic Expert on our YouTube channel - https://youtu.be/FBg5OukG7t4?si=n1LLmOXEAAnlwpJh

We publish a new recording every Monday! DM to join our Wellness Hub community & book your interview slot.💖

09/10/2026

Phytohormones - an alternative to HRT?

Phytohormones (phytoestrogens like isoflavones from soy or red clover) are plant-derived compounds with weak estrogen-like structures.

How They Compare

- True HRT (like bioidentical estradiol and progesterone) directly replaces declining natural hormones. Phytoestrogens bind weakly to estrogen receptors or modulate them differently, and most dietary forms require specific gut bacteria (which only 20% of people have) to convert them into active forms like S-equol.
- Standard HRT is clinically proven to effectively treat severe menopausal symptoms like hot flashes and night sweats. Clinical evidence for phytoestrogen supplements relieving these climacteric complaints remains mixed.
- HRT provides established bone density and cardiovascular protection. Some studies suggest phytoestrogens may have mild anti-osteoporotic effects.
- According to SA consumer behaviour studies, pre- and post-menopausal women frequently prefer plant-derived therapies because they historically believed they carry fewer risks and fewer side effects than conventional pharmaceutical HRT.
- Local research indicates that 80% - 84% of urban SA women are aware of conventional medical HRT, a significant portion are reluctant to utilise it, opting instead for over-the-counter natural and phytoestrogenic alternatives. In contrast, up to 94% of women in rural areas rely entirely on traditional, plant-based remedies.

Safety & Regulation

- Herbal and plant-based alternatives are not tested, standardised, or regulated with strict safety and purity controls.
- The South African Menopause Society (SAMS) notes that while plant-based precursors are used to manufacture regulated bioidentical hormones, simply consuming unformulated plant products does not yield consistent therapeutic blood levels. SAMS guidelines explicitly caution that phytoestrogens (like genistein) / natural supplements (black cohosh), are not recommended for breast cancer patients.

Consult a healthcare provider before starting any botanical or hormonal regimen to weigh individual health risks and symptom management options. Go to www.sanalifestyle.co.za for our Practitioner Network. 💖

07/10/2026

Women’s Health & Wellness Roundtable

Our event programme promises a day filled with knowledge, empowerment and replenishment!

We can’t wait to share this space with like-minded women who want to change and improve their health and wellness status, not just today, but going forward.

Tickets are only R250, get them here - https://www.quicket.co.za/events/402242-november-womens-health-wellness-roundtable/ #/

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05/10/2026

Are there natural alternatives to HRT — and what actually works when it comes to supporting your body through menopause?

In this episode, Kat sits down with menopause and midlife health expert Dr Carla Pontes from The Wisdom Cycle to explore natural approaches to menopause, hormonal health and the symptoms so many women experience during midlife.

From phytohormones and brain fog to hot flushes, mood, nervous system regulation and nutrition, this conversation breaks down the options available to women who want to better understand their changing bodies.

In this episode:

• What “natural menopause” actually means
• Natural alternatives to HRT
• What phytohormones are and how they interact with the body
• Brain fog and cognitive health during menopause
• Natural ways to support mood
• Understanding and managing hot flushes
• Why midlife can be an opportunity to reconnect with yourself
• Whether supplements are actually necessary
• 5 ways to support nervous system regulation
• Foods that support cognitive longevity and hormonal health
• The role of nature and being “in green”

Watch more of this Medical Expert on our YouTube channel - https://youtu.be/AvKIfQ8DKbE?si=PEISrg7rccjs_iaB

We publish a new recording every Monday! DM to join our Wellness Hub community & book your interview slot.💖

02/10/2026

Adaptability: A Powerful Tool

Learning to accept change and inconsistency is one of the most powerful steps we can take for mental health. Culturally, we are often expected to be perfectly consistent, maintaining a steady mood, high productivity, and constant emotional availability.

Female biology and psychology are inherently cyclical and dynamic. True mental well-being comes from shifting the goal from perfection to adaptability.

1. Reframe Inconsistency as “Cyclical Nature”

View changing moods/ energy levels as natural rhythms.

- Throughout the menstrual cycle, pregnancy, postpartum, and perimenopause, shifting estrogen and progesterone levels directly impact brain chemistry and energy.
- Modern work and social structures are built on a 24-hour linear clock (traditionally matching male hormonal patterns). The female infradian rhythm operates on a roughly 28-day cycle.
- Practice acknowledging your current state without immediate judgment - “I am feeling low-energy today, and that is a valid state of being,” stops the exhausting cycle of feeling guilty for being human.

2. Move from Control to Adaptability

Anxiety thrives on trying to keep everything certain and constant.

- Rigid routines often break under the weight of life’s unpredictability. Aim for flexible routines that have built-in “buffer days” for when your mental health shifts.
- When external changes or internal moods feel overwhelming, separate what you can control from what you cannot. You cannot always control a sudden hormonal dip or a life transition, but you can control how gently you treat yourself through it.
- Embrace dialectical thinking. You can be anxious about a major life change andfully capable of handling it at the same time.

3. Practice Dynamic Self-Care

If your energy and mental state are inconsistent, your self-care cannot be one-size-fits-all. It must adapt to what your body and mind need in the present moment.

4. Build a Mindset of Self-Compassion

Accepting inconsistency requires unlearning the societal narrative that a woman’s worth is tied to constant productivity or being a perpetual caregiver.

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