Smart Care Medical

12/02/2025

Kontak Suster Ronelle Ferreira vir meer inligting oor die Gesonde Baba Kliniek .
060 994 5192

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Family Focus Therapy Centre
Generaal Hertzog Straat 88, Dan Pienaar

09/02/2025

What Do Dietitians Do & How Can They Help You?

Dietitians are experts in food and nutrition, helping individuals make informed choices to improve their health. Whether you want to lose weight, manage a medical condition, boost energy, or simply eat better, a dietitian can provide science-backed guidance tailored to your needs.

💡 How can a dietitian help you?
✅ Weight management
✅ Managing diabetes, high blood pressure & cholesterol
✅ Gut health & food intolerances
✅ Sports nutrition & performance
✅ Pregnancy & child nutrition
✅ Healthy eating habits for overall wellness

A dietitian can create a personalized plan that fits your lifestyle and goals. Eating well isn't about restriction—it's about balance!

Contact Liezl van Zyll or Minke Hodgson for a perso alised plan to reach your goalsat Smart Care Medical!

04/02/2025

Why Do You Get Dizzy During Pregnancy?

Feeling lightheaded or dizzy during pregnancy is common, especially in the first and second trimesters. Here’s why it happens and what you can do about it!

Why Does It Happen?

✅ Hormonal Changes – Pregnancy hormones relax blood vessels, lowering blood pressure.
✅ Increased Blood Demand – Your body is pumping more blood to support your baby, which can lead to temporary dips in circulation.
✅ Low Blood Sugar – Pregnancy can cause fluctuations in blood sugar, leading to dizziness.
✅ Dehydration – Not drinking enough water can make you feel lightheaded.
✅ Lying on Your Back – In later pregnancy, lying flat can compress major blood vessels, reducing blood flow.

How to Manage It

✔️ Get Up Slowly – Avoid standing up too fast from a sitting or lying position.
✔️ Stay Hydrated – Drink plenty of water throughout the day.
✔️ Eat Small, Frequent Meals – This helps keep blood sugar stable.
✔️ Avoid Overheating – Stay in cool environments when possible.
✔️ Lie on Your Side – This improves circulation, especially in the second and third trimesters.
✔️ Wear Loose Clothing – Tight clothes can restrict blood flow.

Most dizziness is normal, but if it’s severe, happens often, or comes with fainting, blurred vision, or shortness of breath, consult your doctor.

Stay safe and take care, moms-to-be! ❤️

29/01/2025

Va**ng releases toxic chemicals, including heavy metals, as well as ultrafine particles that go deep into the lungs. These increase the risk of heart and lung disorders.

26/01/2025

Please get screened. We offer regular pap smears with HPV genotyping at our practice

Do women vaccinated against human papillomavirus ( ) still need screening❓

26/01/2025

18/01/2025

Relax in luxury while we customize an IV drip to meet your unique needs. It’s self-care, redefined.

🪑 Comfortable lounges.
🎵 Soothing ambiance.
💉 Administered by qualified professionals.

📍 31 Donald Murray, Bloemfontein
💬 Message us today to book your session or learn more!

Because you deserve to feel your best—inside and out. 💙

17/01/2025

How Pregnancy Affects the Brain

Pregnancy doesn’t just change your body – it changes your brain too! Research shows that hormonal shifts during pregnancy can affect areas of the brain responsible for memory, emotions, and social interactions. This is why some moms-to-be experience “pregnancy brain,” with forgetfulness or difficulty focusing.

But here’s the fascinating part: these changes may help mothers bond with their babies and better respond to their needs. The brain adapts to prioritize caregiving and empathy – nature’s way of preparing you for motherhood!

If you’ve noticed some mental fog during or after pregnancy, know that it’s normal and temporary. Rest, nutrition, and self-care can make a big difference.

Have you experienced pregnancy brain? Share your story below!

https://www.nih.gov/news-events/nih-research-matters/brain-changes-observed-during-pregnancy

Researchers tracked changes in the brain that occurred in one woman before, during, and after her pregnancy.

05/01/2025

Principles of Family Medicine

Family medicine is built on key principles that prioritize comprehensive and patient-centered care:

1️⃣ Holistic Care: Treating the whole person—physical, mental, and emotional health—not just the symptoms.
2️⃣ Continuity of Care: Building long-term relationships with patients across all stages of life.
3️⃣ Comprehensive Approach: Addressing a wide range of health needs, from prevention to treatment.
4️⃣ Contextual Care: Understanding the patient’s family, community, and cultural background to deliver personalized care.
5️⃣ Prevention & Wellness: Emphasizing preventive care, health education, and early intervention.
6️⃣ Coordination of Care: Acting as a central point to manage referrals and collaborate with specialists.
7️⃣ Accessibility: Providing care that is affordable, available, and equitable to everyone.

Family medicine ensures patients receive compassionate and continuous care that prioritizes their overall well-being.

05/01/2025

"🏥 Stay on Top of Your Health! 💊

If you're on chronic medication, don’t wait until the last minute to refill your prescription. Staying consistent is key to managing your condition effectively.

📅 Set a reminder
📱 Order in advance
🚶‍♂️ Visit your pharmacy regularly

Your health matters—let’s keep you feeling your best! 💙

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04/01/2025

🌿 Embrace Mindfulness: A Path to Better Health 🌿

Life can get busy, and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Practicing mindfulness helps you slow down, focus on the present, and reduce stress.

🧠 Benefits of mindfulness:

Lowers stress and anxiety

Improves focus and clarity

Enhances emotional well-being

Supports better sleep

💡 Try this today: Take 5 minutes to sit quietly, breathe deeply, and observe your thoughts without judgment.

Your health starts with your mind. Let’s take care of it together! 🌟

04/01/2025

🌞 Protect Your Skin from Cumulative Sun Damage!

Did you know that sun exposure adds up over time? Even short daily exposures, like walking to your car or sitting by a window, can lead to cumulative skin damage. This can cause:
✅ Premature aging (wrinkles, fine lines, and dark spots)
✅ Loss of skin elasticity
✅ Increased risk of skin cancer

Here’s how to protect your skin:
🧴 Apply broad-spectrum sunscreen (SPF 50 or higher) daily.
👒 Wear a hat and sunglasses when outdoors.
🕶️ Seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
👚 Cover up with protective clothing.

Your skin has a memory—take steps today for healthier skin tomorrow!