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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 […]
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 […]
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, 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 […]
How Back to Basics Has Your Back Worker health and well-being are critical factors in South Africa’s mining industry, with several regulations in place to control and ensure safety, productivity, and compliance. The Guideline for the Compilation of a Mandatory Code of Practice on Minimum Standards of Fitness to Perform Work at a Mine […]
One of the biggest challenges that companies who rely on shift work face is undoubtedly fatigue. Fatigue can be defined as extreme tiredness as a result of mental or physical exertion or illness. This is a serious issue and can have a massive impact on not only employee performance but on their safety too. Challenging […]