National Nutrition Week 2025: Food for Health, Health for All

Every year, National Nutrition Week (9–15 October) makes South Africans aware of the importance good nutrition plays in our health, productivity, and quality of life from childhood to old age, and to encourage healthier eating habits as a nation. For 2025, the theme is “Food for Health, Health for All”. This theme highlights […]
Back to Basics – Nutrition: Cardiovascular Disease & Heart Health

This September is Heart Awareness Month in South Africa, ending with World Heart Day on the 29th. Therefore, we have decided not to skip a beat; instead, we are getting to the heart of the matter by giving one of the most vital organs the attention it deserves. How much do we really […]
Women’s Health and Nutrition in the Workplace

National Women’s Day on August 9th is now behind us; however, the broader celebration of Women throughout August is still amongst us. This still provides a meaningful opportunity to honour the resilience, strength and contributions of women in South Africa’s workforce, particularly in demanding industries like mining and manufacturing. Irregular hours and physical demands […]
Mandela Day 2025 – Fighting Hunger With Eat-2-Grow

Mandela Day, as most South Africans know, is a day to turn your attention towards the person, community, or organisation next to you and inspire change for the better. It’s a day to celebrate the life and achievements of Nelson Mandela, for just 67 minutes. This year, Back to Basics Nutrition is proud to […]
Back to Basics – Nutrition: A Journey Towards a Healthier You

If you’re looking to get in shape, lose weight, or simply maintain a healthy lifestyle, it can be challenging to know where to start. With so many fad diets, supplements, and workout programs on the market, it’s easy to get lost in the noise. That’s why Back to Basics – Nutrition is here to help. […]
Mufulira Rugby 7s Tournament

August 2017 Back to Basics is sold and supported by Nuco Industrial Services and Nuco Nutrition in Zambia and the DRC. Nuco sent us news of taking the brand into the rugby stadiums in Zambia and how the teams and supporters loved the range. The Mufulira/Mopani 7’s Rugby Tournament took place on the 4 – 6 August in […]
Introducing our new GOLD RANGE!
Coming soon Supa Shake Gold and Supa Energy Drink Gold What has changed? Vitamin and mineral values: 70% NRV for all vitamins and minerals except calcium and magnesium in 1 serving (50g) of Supa Shake Gold 35% NRV for all vitamins and minerals except calcium and magnesium in 1 serving of Supa Energy Drink By […]
