Naboom Med : Dr F.J Fourie

07/11/2025

South African summers are beautiful — but they can be brutal.
As the temperature rises, staying hydrated and protecting your body from heat exhaustion becomes essential. At Naboom Med, we remind our community that heat-related illnesses don’t just happen to athletes — they affect everyone, from children to older adults.

Why hydration matters:

Your body is made up of about 60% water, which is vital for regulating temperature, transporting nutrients, and keeping organs functioning properly. Even mild dehydration can cause fatigue, headaches, and dizziness.

Common signs of dehydration:

📍Dry mouth or cracked lips
📍Dark yellow urine
📍Fatigue or confusion
📍Rapid heartbeat
📍Dizziness or fainting

Tips for staying safe in the heat:

1️⃣Drink water regularly, even if you don’t feel thirsty.
2️⃣Avoid sugary and caffeinated drinks, which can dehydrate you.
3️⃣Wear light, loose-fitting clothing.
4️⃣Stay indoors during peak heat (10 a.m.–3 p.m.) or rest in shaded areas.
5️⃣Use sunscreen with at least SPF 30 and reapply every 2 hours.
6️⃣Eat water-rich foods like cucumber, watermelon, and oranges.

Keep an eye on children and elderly family members – they dehydrate faster.

When to seek medical help:
💊Persistent dizziness or confusion
💊Extremely dry skin or no sweating
💊Rapid pulse or shortness of breath
💊Fainting or vomiting after heat exposure

At Naboom Med:

🩺 Evaluation and treatment for heat exhaustion
💧 Hydration and electrolyte management
🥗 Nutritional advice for summer wellness
🤝 Guidance for families and outdoor workers

Remember: Summer should be about sunshine, not heat stress. Stay hydrated, stay safe, and enjoy the season wisely.

04/11/2025

Het jy geweet jou dermstelsel praat met jou brein?
Navorsing wys dat jou ingewande en jou brein ‘n unieke verbinding deel – die “gut-brain axis.” Hierdie twee kommunikeer deur hormone, senuwees en mikrobes in jou liggaam. Daarom beïnvloed jou spysvertering nie net jou fisiese gesondheid nie, maar ook jou emosionele welsyn.

By Naboom Med sien ons dikwels dat mense wat sukkel met moegheid, angstigheid of selfs slaapversteurings, ook probleme ervaar met hul dermgesondheid – soos opgeblasenheid, hardlywigheid of chroniese ongemak.

Hoe belangrik is jou dermgesondheid?

Jou derm bevat triljoene goeie bakterieë wat:

📍Voedingstowwe help absorbeer
📍Jou immuunstelsel versterk
📍Jou breinchemikalieë beïnvloed (soos serotonien – die “gelukshormoon”)
📍Help om inflammasie te verminder

As hierdie balans versteur word, kan dit lei tot:

💊Slegte spysvertering
💊Lae energie
💊Gereelde infeksies
💊Gemoedskommelings

Wenke vir beter dermgesondheid:

🦾Eet veselryk: Vrugte, groente, hawermout, bone.
🦾Gebruik gefermenteerde kosse: Soos jogurt, kefir, of suurkool.
🦾Drink baie water om vertering te ondersteun.
🦾Beperk verwerkte kos en suiker – dit voed slegte bakterieë.
🦾Bestuur stres: Chroniese spanning versteur jou spysvertering.
🦾Kry genoeg slaap – jou liggaam herstel en balanseer snags.

By Naboom Med:

Ons help met:
🩺 Diagnose van spysverteringsklagtes
🥗 Raad oor voeding en leefstyl vir dermgesondheid
💊 Behandeling van herhalende maagongemak
🧠 Ondersteuning vir stres en emosionele balans

Onthou: Jou derm is meer as net ‘n spysverteringskanaal – dit is jou liggaam se “tweede brein.” Sorg daarvoor, en dit sorg vir jou.

30/10/2025

30/10/2025

Your bones are your body’s foundation; take care of them early.
October is World Osteoporosis Month, a reminder that strong bones don’t just happen; they are built through daily choices in diet, movement, and lifestyle.

At Naboom Med, we often see patients only become aware of their bone health after a fracture or diagnosis. The truth is that bone loss begins quietly, and by the time symptoms appear, much of the damage is done. Prevention truly is better than a cure.

What is osteoporosis?

Osteoporosis is a condition where bones become weak and brittle, increasing the risk of fractures even from minor falls. It affects both women and men but is most common in postmenopausal women due to hormonal changes.

Risk factors include:
📍Family history of osteoporosis
📍Low calcium or vitamin D intake
📍Physical inactivity
📍Smoking or excessive alcohol use
📍Long-term use of certain medications (like corticosteroids)

How to protect your bones:

1️⃣Eat calcium-rich foods: Milk, yoghurt, cheese, leafy greens, almonds.
2️⃣Get vitamin D: Safe sunlight exposure or supplements if needed.
3️⃣Exercise regularly: Weight-bearing activities like walking or dancing.
4️⃣Stop smoking: It interferes with calcium absorption.
5️⃣Check your bone health: Especially after age 50 or menopause.

At Naboom Med:

🩺 Bone density screenings and medical evaluations
🥛 Nutritional guidance for calcium and vitamin D intake
🧘‍♀️ Lifestyle and exercise advice
💊 Safe treatment options for those diagnosed with bone loss

Strong bones support a strong life — start investing in yours today.

27/10/2025

Jou kind se immuunstelsel is hul eerste lyn van verdediging teen siektes.
In die lente, wanneer kinders weer buite speel en aan nuwe kieme blootgestel word, sien ons by Naboom Med baie ouers bekommerd oor verkoues, hoesies en herhalende infeksies. Maar watter siektes is “normaal” in kindertyd, en hoe kan jy jou kind se natuurlike weerstand versterk?

Die antwoord lê in voeding, slaap, emosionele stabiliteit en voorkoming – nie net in medikasie nie.

Wat beteken ‘n gesonde immuunstelsel by kinders?
📍Hulle herstel vinnig van verkoues of klein infeksies.
📍Hulle het genoeg energie vir speel en leer.
📍Hulle eet goed en slaap rustig.
📍Hulle is emosioneel gebalanseerd en veerkragtig.

Hoe om jou kind se weerstand natuurlik te versterk:

1️⃣Voeding:
🦾Eet vrugte en groente ryk aan vitamien C (soos sitrusvrugte en tamaties).
🦾Sluit sink (in neute, eiers en bone) in vir selherstel.
🦾Vermy oormatige suiker – dit onderdruk immuniteit.

2️⃣Slaap:
🦾Kinders benodig 9–11 uur slaap per nag.
🦾Skep ‘n rustige roetine met min skermtyd voor slaaptyd.

3️⃣Beweging:
🦾Buite speel versterk longkapasiteit en verhoog weerstand teen infeksies.

4️⃣Emosionele ondersteuning:
🦾Stres beïnvloed selfs kinders se immuniteit.

Gesels daagliks oor gevoelens en gebruik roetine om veiligheid te skep.

By Naboom Med:

👩‍⚕️ Immuniteitskonsultasies vir kinders
💉 Jaarlikse griepinspuitings en opvolg
🍎 Voedings- en slaapbegeleiding
🤝 Gesinsondersteuning om stres te bestuur

Onthou: Gesonde kinders is nie dié wat nooit siek word nie – dis dié wat gou herstel.

23/10/2025

🤰 Every pregnancy is unique — but every mom deserves support.
Pregnancy is one of the most incredible journeys a woman can experience, yet it comes with physical, emotional, and lifestyle changes that can feel overwhelming. At Naboom Med, we walk alongside expecting moms every step of the way — from the first positive test to the moment they hold their baby.

Why prenatal care matters:

📍Monitors the baby’s growth and development.
📍Detects and manages complications early.
📍Supports maternal nutrition and emotional well-being.
📍Ensures healthy outcomes for both mother and child.

Key pregnancy wellness tips:

1️⃣Eat for nourishment, not for two. Focus on fresh foods, lean proteins, and folate-rich greens.
2️⃣Stay active. Gentle walking, swimming, or prenatal yoga boosts circulation and reduces stress.
3️⃣Prioritise rest. Your body is working hard — sleep and naps are essential.
4️⃣Manage stress. Practice mindfulness or journaling to process emotions.
5️⃣Attend all checkups. Regular prenatal visits keep both mom and baby safe.

Common pregnancy challenges we help with:

🦾Morning sickness and nutrition support
🦾Fatigue and sleep difficulties
🦾Back pain and muscle strain
🦾Anxiety around labour or parenthood

At Naboom Med:

👩‍⚕️ Comprehensive antenatal consultations
💉 Blood pressure, urine, and glucose monitoring
🥗 Nutrition and supplementation guidance
🤝 Emotional and mental health support for expecting moms

Motherhood begins long before birth — and it’s a journey best taken with care, community, and compassion.

20/10/2025

🥗 Voeding is die brandstof vir jou liggaam.
In die lente, wanneer ons ligter voel en meer tyd buite deurbring, is dit belangriker as ooit om jou liggaam met regte kos te voed. Jou dieet bepaal nie net jou energie nie – dit beïnvloed jou immuniteit, gemoedstoestand, en selfs jou slaapkwaliteit.

By Naboom Med sien ons dikwels dat moegheid, gereelde verkoues of selfs buierigheid dikwels verband hou met tekorte in voedingstowwe. Gelukkig kan klein veranderinge ‘n groot verskil maak.

5 tekens dat jou liggaam beter voeding nodig het:
1️⃣Gereelde moegheid of energietekorte.
2️⃣Swak konsentrasie of gemoedskommelings.
3️⃣Gereelde siektes of infeksies.
3️⃣Droë vel of bros hare en naels.
4️⃣Onverklaarbare gewigsveranderinge.
5️⃣Voedingswenke vir meer energie en ‘n sterker immuunstelsel:

Begin jou dag gebalanseerd:

1️⃣Eet kleure! Hoe meer kleur op jou bord, hoe meer voedingstowwe kry jy.
2️⃣Drink genoeg water – selfs ligte dehidrasie veroorsaak moegheid.
3️⃣Beperk suiker en verwerkte kos. Dit gee ‘n kort energie-“boost” en dan ‘n groot “crash.”
4️⃣Sluit gesonde vette in: Avokado, olyfolie en neute ondersteun jou brein en hormone.
5️⃣Eet proteïen (soos eiers of jogurt) saam met veselryke koolhidrate.

By Naboom Med bied ons:

🍎 Voedingsadvies en eetplanne vir volwassenes en kinders
💉 Toetse vir vitamien- en ystertekorte
💬 Gesprekke oor eetgewoontes en energiebestuur
🤝 Ondersteuning vir gesonde, volhoubare verandering

Onthou: Gesondheid begin by wat jy eet. Jou liggaam praat met jou – luister na wat dit nodig het.

16/10/2025

🌞 Die lente bring sonskyn en kleur – maar dit bring ook nuwe uitdagings vir jou vel.
Namate die temperatuur styg, sien ons by Naboom Med meer pasiënte met uitslae, sonskade, dehidrasie en allergiese reaksies. Jou vel is jou liggaam se grootste orgaan – en dit verdien dieselfde sorg as enige ander deel van jou gesondheid.

Waarom velgesondheid belangrik is:
📍Jou vel beskerm jou teen bakterieë en omgewingsfaktore.
📍Dit help jou liggaam om temperatuur te reguleer.
📍Dit wys dikwels eerste wanneer iets binne verkeerd is (soos vitamientekorte of hormonale veranderinge).

Algemene velprobleme in die lente:
1️⃣Allergiese uitslae: veroorsaak deur stuifmeel, insekte of parfuum.
2️⃣Droë of geïrriteerde vel: na die koue, droë winterlug.
3️⃣Sonbrand en pigmentasie: UV-blootstelling sonder beskerming.
4️⃣Aknee-uitbrekings: stres, sweet en olierige vel speel ‘n rol.

Hoe om jou vel te beskerm:
1️⃣Gebruik sonsorg met minstens SPF 30 – elke dag, selfs as dit bewolk is.
2️⃣Drink baie water – gehidreerde vel lyk jonger en gesonder.
3️⃣Eet kos ryk aan omega-3, sink en vitamien C vir genesing en herstel.
4️⃣Gebruik sagte reinigers – vermy harde seepe of alkoholgebaseerde produkte.
5️⃣Laat enige ongewone kolle of moesies professioneel evalueer.

By Naboom Med:

Ons help met:
🩺 Diagnose van veluitslae en allergieë
💊 Behandeling van aknee, sonskade en infeksies
📋 Voeding- en leefstyladvies vir gesonde vel
🤝 Verwysings vir spesialisondersoeke waar nodig

Onthou: Jou vel is ‘n storie van jou lewe – laat dit gesond en beskermd straal hierdie lente. 🌸

13/10/2025

🦴 Every step you take depends on healthy joints.

13 October is World Arthritis Day, raising awareness about one of the most common chronic conditions affecting millions worldwide, including thousands right here in South Africa.

Arthritis isn’t just “an old person’s disease.” It affects people of all ages, from active adults to young athletes, and can make everyday activities painful if left unmanaged. At Naboom Med, we focus on relief, movement, and prevention to help our patients live comfortably and fully.

Types of arthritis:

1️⃣Osteoarthritis: Wear and tear of cartilage causing joint stiffness and pain.

2️⃣Rheumatoid arthritis: An autoimmune condition where the body attacks its own joints.

3️⃣Gout: Caused by uric acid buildup, leading to sudden joint swelling and pain.

Common symptoms:

‼️Joint pain or stiffness, especially in the morning

‼️Swelling or warmth around joints

‼️Reduced range of motion

‼️Fatigue or general discomfort

How to protect your joints:

1️⃣Maintain a healthy weight to reduce pressure on knees and hips.

2️⃣Stay active – gentle exercises like walking or swimming help.

3️⃣Eat anti-inflammatory foods like salmon, olive oil, and leafy greens.

4️⃣Use proper posture and ergonomic support while sitting or working.

5️⃣Manage stress – it worsens pain and inflammation.

At Naboom Med:

🩺 Joint examinations and arthritis screening
💊 Pain management and treatment plans
🥗 Lifestyle and diet advice
🧘‍♀️ Guidance on gentle exercise and rehabilitation

You deserve to move freely, without pain. Take the first step toward healthy joints today.

09/10/2025

💚 It’s okay not to be okay.
October is Mental Health Awareness Month, with World Mental Health Day observed on 10 October. At Naboom Med, we believe that your mental health is just as important as your physical health. Yet, too many people still struggle in silence because of stigma, fear, or shame.

Common mental health challenges:
📍Anxiety: Racing thoughts, restlessness, constant worry.
📍Depression: Persistent sadness, loss of interest, fatigue.
📍Burnout: Emotional exhaustion, disconnection, irritability.
📍Sleep disorders: Trouble falling or staying asleep due to stress.

Warning signs that you might need help:
👉🏻Changes in mood or appetite
👉🏻Difficulty concentrating or making decisions
👉🏻Withdrawing from friends and family
👉🏻Feeling hopeless or worthless
👉🏻Physical symptoms like headaches or stomach pain with no clear cause

What you can do:
1️⃣Talk about it. Start small—talk to a friend, a family member, or your doctor.
2️⃣Make time for rest. Burnout isn’t a badge of honour.
3️⃣Stay active. Exercise releases endorphins that improve your mood.
4️⃣Limit screen time and social media. It can fuel comparison and stress.
5️⃣Seek professional help early. The earlier you get support, the better the outcomes.

How Naboom Med can help:

🧠 Confidential consultations for anxiety, stress, and mood challenges
💬 Referrals to psychologists and counsellors
💊 Safe, evidence-based medical treatment where needed
🤝 Holistic care that integrates body and mind

Your mental health matters. You are not alone. Help and healing are possible.

06/10/2025

🎀 Oktober is Borskankerbewusmakingmaand – ‘n tyd om vroue (en mans!) te herinner aan die belangrikheid van selfondersoeke, vroeë opsporing en gereelde mediese ondersoeke.

Borskanker is die mees algemene kanker onder vroue in Suid-Afrika, maar met vroeë opsporing is die kans op herstel baie hoog. By Naboom Med glo ons dat kennis krag is – hoe meer jy weet van jou liggaam, hoe beter kan jy dit beskerm.

Wat is borskanker?

Borskanker ontwikkel wanneer abnormale selle in die bors groei en ‘n gewas vorm. As dit nie vroeg behandel word nie, kan dit na ander dele van die liggaam versprei.

Belangrike waarskuwingstekens:
‼️‘n Knop of verdikking in die bors of onder die arm
‼️Verandering in die grootte, vorm of gevoel van die bors
‼️Intrekking van die tepel
‼️Afsondering of bloeding uit die tepel
‼️Velveranderinge soos rooiheid of “skilferige” kolle

Selfondersoek – jou eerste verdediging:
1️⃣Doen ‘n selfondersoek een keer per maand, verkieslik ná menstruasie.
2️⃣Gebruik jou vingers om stadig oor die hele bors te voel vir knoppe of verdikkings.
3️⃣Let op visuele veranderinge in die spieël.
4️⃣Raadpleeg jou dokter as enigiets anders voel as gewoonlik.

By Naboom Med:

Ons bied borsondersoeke, gesondheidsadvies en verwysings vir mammogramme. Ons mediese span bied ‘n veilige, vertroulike en ondersteunende omgewing.

🎀 Onthou: Selfondersoek red lewens. Jou gesondheid is jou grootste bate.