All across Africa, women are reshaping what progress looks like. They’re launching businesses, leading companies, pursuing higher education and financial independence, and taking charge of their lives.
But, of course, increased participation and empowerment can also result in pressure and exhaustion. This is why, from Accra and Lagos to Dar es Salaam, many women are complaining about constant tiredness, lingering or frequent illnesses, and feeling off balance, despite their best efforts.
Everyday Demands and Challenges
The human body requires nourishment and rest to function at its best. We also need a steady mix of vitamins and minerals to recover from illness and injury, and support natural metabolic processes. For many women, however, the daily demands on their bodies can be intense.
- Long, Demanding Workdays — Whether working in an office or more traditional settings, women in Africa tend to put in long hours. That alone can sap energy levels. Now, add in physically demanding tasks and environmental stressors likeheat and pollution, and it’s easy to see how strain and fatigue can set in.
- Balancing Work and Home — Formal jobs aside, African women shoulder most of the responsibility of managing their households. This means cooking, cleaning and caregiving, with little time to rest. It can also mean rushed or skipped meals, which, over time, can lead to nutrient deficiencies.
- Eating What’s Available — Many African families rely on affordable staples like rice, maize and cassava. But while these foods are filling, they don’t quite meet nutritional needs. Meanwhile, factors like the high cost of healthy food and the practice of women eating last and least mean that access to fruits, vegetables, and protein-rich food can be limited.
- Motherhood and Nutrient Demands — High pregnancy rates and the prevalence of conditions like anaemia add further strain to women’s bodies. Basically, a woman’s nutritional needs change with pregnancy, breastfeeding and daily responsibilities. And when these demands pile up, it can result in long-term vitamin and mineral deficiencies.
Simple Ways to Stay Energised and Reclaim Health
The good news is that while challenges remain, more and more women across the continent are starting to take their health and wellness seriously. This can be seen in the growing popularity of yoga and a booming fitness culture.
But staying healthy doesn’t actually require a gym membership. It can begin with being a little kinder to one’s body. Here are a few sustainable habits that can help:
- Eat for Energy — As already noted, carbohydrates like rice, maize and cassava provide energy. But try including affordable, nourishing food in your diet, such as pulses, which can be added to stews, along with leafy greens and local fruits like mangoes and pawpaw.
- Hydrate Smartly — Staying hydrated is always important. And it’s even more so in extreme heat. Nothing, of course, beats clean drinking water. But coconut water and hibiscus tea can be just as effective for replenishing lost fluids.
- Exercise a Little — Regular exercise is vital, whether work involves sitting in an office or engaging in physical activity. So, try to fit in a quick walk or a few stretches and squats in between tasks to keep the blood flowing and muscles working.
- Give the Body a Boost — Even with good habits, stress and busy schedules can diminish energy reserves. Hence, consider a multi-functional supplement to strengthen the body from within and deliver vital vitamins and minerals.
How EDG3 Plus Gives Nutrition a Boost
Among the growing range of wellness solutions, one option that’s gaining attention is EDG3 Plus from QNET, a cutting-edge beverage crafted with Turmacin® turmeric, Vitamin D3, and cystine, glutamine and glycine, three powerful amino acids that help the body produce the master antioxidant glutathione.
Turmeric has, of course, long been valued for its ability to reduce inflammation and boost immunity, while Vitamin D3 helps strengthen bones, muscles, and nerves. The Turmacin® used in EDG3 Plus is clinically tested, backed by 7 independent research papers. This water-soluble form of turmeric extract has a higher absorption rate – this means quicker and more reliable results. Studies have shown that it works 200% faster than standard turmeric on the market. It’s EDG3 Plus’s glutathione-building blocks also stand out. Backed by 13 independent research papers, listed in Physicians’ Desk Reference (PDF), p 2585, this glutathione amino acid blend is proven 68% more potent than competing source (ie, N-acetylcysteine), owing to its breakthrough patented delivery system for greater absorption.
Glutathione, which is naturally present in cells, has numerous benefits, from helping the body get rid of toxins to maintaining a strong immune system. It’s also effective for improving skin and oral health, supporting digestion, and regulating cholesterol and blood pressure.
The problem is that stress, poor diet, illness, ageing, and environmental pollution can lower glutathione levels, leading to fatigue and illness.
EDG3 Plus’s unique mix of ingredients, however, is designed to address all this by delivering everything women need to stay balanced and energised in an easy-to-consume formulation.
Balanced, Energised and Empowered
At the end of the day, taking care of one’s health shouldn’t be a luxury but a necessity. And it’s true that the more nourished, rested and balanced we feel, the stronger and more empowered we become.
That’s why EDG3 Plus is fast becoming a trusted companion for women across the continent, helping them stay energised and focused. Because real wellness isn’t about doing more, but rather, restoring what your body needs to help you pursue your dreams and show up for the people who matter most.
