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Spiral Aloe Health & Wellness We are about functional medicine, health & wellness. We offer Corporate Wellness Programmes, Medical

Dr Diaho has taken a keen interest in public health focusing on prevention and lifestyle diseases to ensure prevention of diseases before they become chronic. Her work and that of Spiral Aloe Lifestyle Clinic are based on the philosophy that ‘lifestyle is the medicine’, and that we are the CEOs of of health. Spiral Aloe provides integrated solutions to concerns of health and overall wellness theough preventative medicine programmes, healthy-ageing solutions, medical weight management, and holistic wellbeing retreats.

SCREENING ISN'T THE SAME AS DIAGNOSIS Screening looks for signs. Diagnosis finds out what they mean.You may have heard s...
23/10/2026

SCREENING ISN'T THE SAME AS DIAGNOSIS
Screening looks for signs. Diagnosis finds out what they mean.
You may have heard someone say, “I went for screening, so I'm sure everything is fine.” But screening and diagnosis serve different purposes.
Here's the difference:
🔎 SCREENING: LOOKING FOR SIGNS
Screening is intended for people who do not have symptoms. A screening mammogram, for example, can identify changes in breast tissue that may need further investigation even before a person notices anything unusual.

🩺 DIAGNOSTIC ASSESSMENT: FINDING ANSWERS
If you notice a new lump, ni**le change, unusual discharge or another concerning breast change, don't wait for your next routine screening appointment.

A healthcare professional can assess the change and decide whether further tests, such as diagnostic imaging or a biopsy, are needed.
💗 WHAT IF A SCREENING RESULT IS ABNORMAL?
An abnormal screening result does not automatically mean cancer. It means further assessment may be needed to understand what the finding means.
And a normal screening result should never be used to dismiss a new or persistent breast change.
AWARENESS IS IMPORTANT. SCREENING HAS A ROLE. SYMPTOMS DESERVE ATTENTION.

In South Africa, screening recommendations depend on factors such as age and individual risk. CANSA recommends annual mammograms for women aged 40–54 who are asymptomatic, and every two years from age 55, with the option to continue annually. Women with additional risk factors should discuss an appropriate plan with a healthcare professional. Recommendations may differ according to individual circumstances and the guidance followed by your provider.

This October, let's go beyond awareness by understanding not just which checks are available, but what they can and cannot tell us.
Don't wait for routine screening if you've noticed a change. Seek professional advice. Because breast health is part of wellbeing. 💗

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BREAST CANCER RISK: WHAT'S YOUR FAMILY HISTORY? What runs in your family can help inform your care.Have you ever talked ...
21/10/2026

BREAST CANCER RISK: WHAT'S YOUR FAMILY HISTORY?

What runs in your family can help inform your care.
Have you ever talked to your family about its health history?
You may know who has diabetes, high blood pressure or heart disease. But have you ever asked whether breast cancer or other related cancers have affected your relatives?

It's a conversation worth having.
💗 Family history can matter.
Having close relatives who have had breast cancer can increase your risk, especially when multiple relatives are affected or diagnosed at a younger age.

💗 But no known family history doesn't mean no risk.
Many women diagnosed with breast cancer have no known family history of the disease. Breast cancer can affect people who have no obvious inherited risk factors.

💗 Your history can help inform your care.
Where possible, learn about cancer in your family on both your mother's and father's sides. Share what you know with a healthcare professional, who can help you understand your personal risk and whether further assessment or genetic counselling may be appropriate.

💗 And don't forget your own breast health.
Whatever your family history, get familiar with what is normal for your body and seek medical advice about any new or unusual breast changes.

You may not know every detail of your family history. That's okay. Start with what you know, ask questions where you can, and speak with a healthcare professional if you have concerns.
Your family history can provide clues. It does not determine your future.
This October, let's keep asking questions, sharing knowledge and making informed decisions about our health.
Because knowing more can help us take the next step.

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19/10/2026

THERE IS NO ‘PERFECT’ CANCER DIET 💗

There's no magic food but there are healthier patterns.
Have you ever heard someone claim that a particular fruit, herb, juice or special diet can cure cancer?

When it comes to our health, it's understandable to want something that promises certainty. But we need to separate hopeful claims from reliable evidence.

No single food can cure cancer, and no special diet guarantees protection against it.
So, what can healthier eating look like in everyday South African life?
🥬 EAT MORE VARIETY. Include vegetables such as spinach, cabbage, pumpkin leaves and morogo, alongside seasonal fruit.

🫘 MAKE ROOM FOR PLANT-BASED FOODS. Beans, lentils and other legumes can provide useful nutrients and fibre.

🌽 BUILD BALANCED MEALS. Samp, mielie meal, brown rice or other grains can form part of a balanced meal alongside vegetables and a source of protein.

🛒 MAKE PRACTICAL CHOICES. Choose a variety of nutritious foods that fit your budget, culture and daily routine. Healthy eating does not have to mean expensive products or complicated recipes.

💗 AIM FOR CONSISTENCY, NOT PERFECTION. Your overall eating pattern matters more than searching for one supposedly powerful ingredient.

And if you or someone you love is living with cancer, remember: good nutrition can support wellbeing during treatment, but food is not a substitute for medical care. Speak to the healthcare team before starting restrictive diets, supplements or herbal products.

Cancer is complex. People who eat well can still develop it, and nobody should be blamed for becoming ill.

Instead of chasing miracle foods, let's focus on informed choices, balanced meals and habits we can sustain.

LESS HYPE. MORE BALANCE. BETTER-INFORMED CHOICES.

This October, let's go beyond the pink ribbon and beyond the myths.
Because breast health is part of wellbeing. 💗

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YOUR LIFESTYLE IS PART OF THE STORY 💗Your everyday choices may seem small. But over time, they can make a difference to ...
14/10/2026

YOUR LIFESTYLE IS PART OF THE STORY 💗

Your everyday choices may seem small. But over time, they can make a difference to your health.
How often do you move your body?
What does nourishment look like in your daily life?
Are you making time for habits that support your wellbeing?

Taking care of yourself doesn't have to begin with a complete lifestyle change. It can start with small, realistic steps.

🚶🏽‍♀️ MOVE MORE. Find ways to be physically active that fit your life.
🥗 NOURISH YOUR BODY. Choose a balanced variety of foods, including vegetables, fruits, whole grains and other nutritious options.
💗 CARE FOR YOUR WEIGHT. Aim for habits that support a healthy weight for you, without chasing unrealistic ideals.
🚭 AVOID TO***CO. If you use to***co, seek support to stop.
🥂 RETHINK ALCOHOL. Avoiding alcohol can reduce cancer risk; for breast cancer, even low levels of alcohol consumption may increase risk.

These choices can help lower the risk of certain cancers and support your wider health. But they cannot eliminate every risk. Cancer can affect people who live healthy lives, too.

This is not about blame or perfection. It's about doing what you can with the choices available to you.
And remember, healthy habits are only one part of the picture. Knowing your body, seeking medical advice about unusual changes and following appropriate screening recommendations remain important.
This October, remember:
Your lifestyle is part of the story. It is not the whole story.
What is one small step you can take today to care for your wellbeing?

DON'T LET FEAR DELAY YOU Sometimes, the hardest part isn't noticing a change. It's deciding to do something about it.You...
09/10/2026

DON'T LET FEAR DELAY YOU
Sometimes, the hardest part isn't noticing a change. It's deciding to do something about it.

You might tell yourself it's probably nothing.
You might hope it will go away on its own.
You might be afraid of what a doctor could find.
And sometimes, not knowing feels easier than facing the possibility of bad news.
But here's something worth remembering:

A breast change does not automatically mean cancer.
There can be many reasons for a change. The only way to understand what is happening is to speak with a qualified healthcare professional and get the appropriate assessment.
You don't have to assume the worst.
You don't have to figure it out on your own.

And you don't have to wait until you're frightened enough to act.
If you've noticed a change, let that be your reason to seek answers not a reason to avoid them.

Fear is understandable. But you deserve clarity, care and support.
This October, let's go beyond awareness. Let's make room for the difficult conversations, the questions we are afraid to ask and the steps we sometimes postpone.

💗 Don't let fear make the decision for you. Take the next step.
Because breast health is part of wellbeing.

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Not all depression looks the way we expect it to. Some people continue to work, lead, care for others, and achieve their...
08/10/2026

Not all depression looks the way we expect it to. Some people continue to work, lead, care for others, and achieve their goals while carrying a significant emotional burden.

As far as the ancients go, old wisdoms offer a reflection on our shared human imperfection. That in us, there is a crack. There are cracks and sometimes a brokenness in everything - but this is how the light gets in.

We do not have to appear invulnerable to deserve care. It is this “crack” that represents a moment when we stop protecting the appearance that everything is fine.

Acknowledgement can create an opening. To begin to name our distress may make room for a conversation that outward competence has kept closed.

Hope is not the same as denying pain. The light does not erase the crack; the image allows difficulty and possibility to coexist.

And so, what might we miss when we equate functioning with wellbeing?

How do we recognise depression when someone appears to be coping?

What might the statistics reveal - and leave unseen?

And how should we rethink mental-health support for people whose distress is less visible than what we already (think) we know?

Join Dr Mothomang Diaho and Aubrey Masango on Radio 702 at 21:00 for a conversation on high-functioning depression - and why looking beyond appearances matters.

BEYOND THE PINK RIBBON 🎀What if breast cancer awareness was about more than wearing pink?Pink can start a conversation.B...
05/10/2026

BEYOND THE PINK RIBBON 🎀
What if breast cancer awareness was about more than wearing pink?
Pink can start a conversation.
But awareness should take us further.
It can mean knowing your body.
Understanding that your risk isn't necessarily the same as someone else's.
Paying attention when something changes.
Asking questions instead of assuming.
Taking action instead of putting it off.
And remembering that breast cancer affects more than the person diagnosed.
It can affect partners.
Families.
Friendships.
Work.
Confidence.
Everyday life.
So this October, let's go beyond the ribbon.
KNOW. NOTICE. ACT. SUPPORT.
Because awareness isn't only about what we wear.
It's about what we know, what we do and how we show up for one another.

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