B-Living Issue 2 Jun. 2021 | Page 3

Contents

HEALTH BITS 04
Simple tips to make you feel better and a little healthier .
ASK THE DOCTOR 06
We answer questions from our members around health issues and other medical aid related issues .
HOW MUCH WATER SHOULD I DRINK ? 07
Find out just how much water you should be drinking a day .
SALT IN YOUR DIET 09
Friend or foe ?
SPICE UP YOUR HEALTH 12 COVID-19 AND FLU 14
WHEN THE STOMACH TURNS ... 18
Tumy bugs or COVID-19 ?
COULD I HAVE DIABETES ? 22
And how do I manage it ?
UNDERSTANDING PRE-AUTHORISATION 24
We explain the process members should follow to ensure that claims for specific hospital procedures are paid correctly and timeously .
MEET YOUR NEW BONITAS TRUSTEE MEMBERS 26
REAP THE REWARDS OF OUR WELLNESS BENEFITS 30
As a Bonitas member , you have access to various wellness benefits to help you lead a healthier and happier life .
BONCAP DENTAL BENEFITS FOCUS ON PREVENTATIVE CARE 32 GAME ZONE 36 RECIPE - TOMATO SOUP 37