The Women's Holistic Health Centre

19/10/2025

A special thank you to those who braved the weather to view the M-factor together. It was a fantastic evening! We know quite a few of you missed out so stay tune for a second viewing.

11/10/2025

11/10/2025

October 18 is World Menopause Day. We are inviting you for a night of ‘Menopause Stories under the stars.’ This event will be hosted by Dr. Sandra Bynoe, Consultant Obstetrician/Gynecologist and Menopause Specialist at the Women’s Holistic Health Centre.

This event is sponsored by the National Wellbeing and HIV Commission, Ministry of People Empowerment and Elder Affairs.

is a first-of-its-kind documentary that challenges the silence surrounding
menopause and advocates for a revolution in women’s healthcare. This film premiered on
October 17th 2024 and sheds light on the real-life experiences of women and the urgent need
for change in how we address this critical phase of life.
themfactorfilm.com. by filmmakers @deniselpines

23/09/2025

17/09/2025

Recent studies affirm that body mass index (BMI) is the poorest predicator of health, while muscle mass is a much stronger indicator of mortality and longevity.

This is because BMI only uses height and weight, meaning it cannot distinguish between fat, muscle and bone.

Muscular people or those with a larger frame may have a high BMI but be extremely healthy due to their high muscle mass.

A “normal” BMI does not guarantee good health! Some individuals with normal BMIs can still have high blood pressure, high cholesterol and/or poor metabolic health.

Muscles are VERY important! Greater muscle mass is actually linked to a longer, healthier life and a lower risk of death.

Muscle stores glucose and heals regulate blood sugar, reducing the risk of type 2 diabetes.

Strong muscle can improve blood circulation, blood pressure, and overall heart function.

A higher muscle-to-fat ration can reduce inflammation throughout the body, lowering the risk of various diseases.

No PMID yet. See https://ufhealth.org/news/2025/uf-health-study-shows-bmis-weakness-as-a-predictor-of-future-health