Body Care Kits

Health Information About Papaya

2011-04-22T21:09:00.003+08:00

PapayaNo need to cry about scarcity of blueberries, strawberries, etc in your country.We have our wonderful payayas, pineapples and bananas, and durians and mangoes are affordable.Papaya was the only studied food found to halt breast cancer.Scientists studied 14 plant foods commonly consumed in Mexico to determine their ability to halt breast cancer cell growth. These included avocado, black

SIXTY USEFUL TIPS OF SALT

2011-04-07T19:46:00.004+08:00

SIXTY (Plus) USES OF SALTAlthough you may not realize it, simple table salt has a great number of uses other than simply seasoning your food. The following list will give you sixty uses of salt, many of which you probably didn't realize:-1.If you drop a whole egg on the floor, pour salt all over the egg, let it sit for awhile, then use dustpan, the egg will come right up,without all that mess.

Genetic link to back pain

2011-03-17T12:58:00.003+08:00

The claim: Back pain runs in families.The facts: Heavy lifting, overuse and middle age are some of the most familiar risk factors for lower back pain. But for many, predicting a lifetime of lumbar trouble could be as simple as consulting the family tree.A growing number of studies are finding that chronic back pain has a strong genetic component.In the past, researchers who looked at families

Eat more fiber and you just may live longer

2011-03-04T12:21:00.002+08:00

A team led by Dr Yikyung Park, a staff scientist at the National Cancer Institute, studied almost 400,000 people and found a strong link between a high-fibre diet and a longer life.In 1995 or 1996, participants aged 50 to 71 filled in a questionnaire on how often they ate 124 food items. Nine years later, 20,126 men and 11,330 women among them had died. National records were used to find out

Nuts About Coconut Water

2011-02-25T10:55:00.005+08:00

Would like to share this article from Mind Your Body, written by Monica Reinagel.It is said to be able to help you lose weight, cleanse your kidneys and even cure that hangover. MONICA REINAGEL reportsThere has been a lot of buzz about coconut water lately. It is said to help with muscle performance, energy, weight loss, heart health, stress reduction, skin, hair and nail health, mental acuity

Being angry makes you fat

2011-02-17T12:02:00.002+08:00

Study shows hostile men put on more weight than their more laid-back peersAre you an angry young man? Or even an angry older one for that matter? If you are, you might want to think about taking it easy then.A new study suggests that hostile men may put on more weight over time than their less hostile, more laid-back peers.Researchers studied data on 6,484 men and women who participated in a

Ways to Get Fitter in the New Year

2011-02-02T17:08:00.006+08:00

Dear Readers,Health is Wealth. Make Keeping fit one of your New Year's resolutions with some simple ways to good health!1. STOP AND WALK.Alight from the bus or train one stop earlier and walk to your destination.2.TAKE THE STAIRS.Skip the lift and escalator and take the stairs. The rule of thumb is "three up, four down"-If you're going up three floors or fewer, or going down four floors or fewer,

Amazing Way To Preserve Refrigerated Fruits And Vegetables!

2011-01-28T12:51:00.007+08:00

AN INDONESIAN MAID SHARED WITH ME A WEEK AGO A WAY TO PRESERVE FRUITS AND VEGETABLES WHICH SHE LEARNED FROM A FAMILY WHEN SHE BABY-SAT FOR THEM IN KL. THAT FAMILY WAS USING "ALUMINUM COATED PLASTIC BAGS" TO KEEP THEIR FRUITS AND VEGETABLES FRESH FOR WEEKS!!! ITS SO AMAZING.I THOUGHT IT WAS A GOOD IDEA TO SAVE SOME UNWANTED RESOURCE WHICH MOST PEOPLE WOULD THROW AWAY WITHOUT ANY 2ND THOUGHT AND

Prolonged Sitting- Bad for the Heart

2011-01-13T16:59:00.002+08:00

Prolonged sitting is bad for your heartDo you spend more than two hours a day in front of a computer screen, TV or video game box? Then you have a higher risk of heart disease, say researchers.Prolonged sitting - what some term 'recreational sitting" - is especially harmful to the health of your heart.Scientists at University College London examined data from 4,512 adults. Screen time was defined

LOTUS SEED BENEFITS

2010-08-14T09:06:00.005+08:00

Lotus Seed offers variety of benefits to us. It is called lian zi 连子 in Chinese。 It can be used as food and for medicine. It benefits the spleen, heart and kidneys.This is fresh lotus seed available at the wet market. Lotus seed is also good for anti-ageing.Packed lotus seed is available from the supermarket.Lotus seed can be used as dessert. Cook green bean soup with lotus seed. Chinese use this

Cancer Healer Fruit - Soursop

2010-06-24T09:11:00.007+08:00

This miracle fruit that can kill cancer cells 100,000 times, more effective than chemo that gave you side effects. Guyabano,... The SourSop Fruit.The SourSop or the fruit from the Graviola tree is a miraculous natural cancer cell killer 10,000 times stronger than Chemo.Why are we not aware of this?Its because some big corporation want to make back their money spent on years of research by trying

Pumpkin

2009-11-05T20:42:00.002+08:00

Are we on the verge of the announcement of another superfruit?A report on a new study published in the Journal Of Agricultural And Food Chemistry described the antimicrobial properties of pumpkin skin.South Korean researchers at the Research Center for Proteineous Materials at Chosun University mashed pumpkin rinds and subjected the fungus Candida albicans to several proteins found in the

Prevent Heart Attack - Broccoli ?

2009-09-17T20:32:00.003+08:00

How broccoli prevents heart attacksA chemical in the vegetable can boost a natural defence mechanism that prevents arteries from clogging Broccoli has long been thought to be good for your heart and now British scientists think they know why.Researchers at Imperial College London have found evidence that a chemical in broccoli and other green leafy vegetables could boost a natural defence

Thin Thighs

2009-09-11T09:01:00.003+08:00

Thin thighs linked to heart problemsThose with skinny thighs are three times more likely to die and more than twice as likely to have heart problems Women and men with thighs below 60cm in circumference face a far higher risk of premature death and heart disease, according to a study released last week.The surprising find could provide doctors with an additional barometer of cardiac risk, the

Breastfeeding

2009-08-27T20:20:00.002+08:00

Breastfeeding saves livesBreastmilk is chock-full of vital nutrients and precious lives could be saved if new mothers are taught how to breastfeed properly Teaching new mothers how to breastfeed could save 1.3 million children's lives every year, but many women get no help and give up trying, the World Health Organization (WHO) said last month.Less than 40 per cent of mothers worldwide breastfeed

Preventing Alzheimer's

2009-08-20T20:19:00.002+08:00

Preventing Alzheimer'sThe answer lies in exercise combined with a heart-healthy diet, says a new studyElderly folk who are physically active appear to be at lower risk of developing Alzheimer's disease, as are those who eat a heart-healthy diet, rich in fruits and vegetables and low in red meat. A new study has found that the effects of the two types of lifestyle behaviour are independent - and

Get Rid of Bad Breath

2009-05-28T16:15:00.003+08:00

Getting Rid of Bad Breath with Parsley. The claim: Eating parsley can eliminate bad breath.The facts: People have long tried to freshen their breath with parsley.Its fresh, strong flavour would seem to make it a natural deodoriser. And its deep green colour is a sign of ample chlorophyll, which is thought to have some antibacterial properties. (The sulphur compounds that give rise to bad breath

Get Rid of PMS

2009-05-08T10:52:00.000+08:00

Women over 30 years old are at higher risk of getting PMSA newly approved pill claims to alleviate the woes of women who suffer from pre-menstrual syndrome (PMS).Launched last Tuesday, Yaz is said to be the first and only birth control pill that also treats symptoms of PMS. It is produced by Bayer-Schering Pharma.It is available at general clinics with a prescription at $34 a month. It has to be

Parkinson's Surferers Got Hope

2009-02-11T20:29:00.006+08:00

Shaking off illness for daughters' sakesHousewife and mother of two, Madam Tan (main image), 48, has suffered from Parkinson's disease for 11 years. Plagued with shortness of breath, insomnia and uncontrollable whole body tremors even when lying down, Madam Tan opted for Activa Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) surgery in September last year.What prompted her to undergo the therapy, however, was not

PIMPLES EVEN AFTER MENOPAUSE

2008-12-01T16:43:00.003+08:00

PIMPLES EVEN AFTER MENOPAUSEQ: I am a 52-year-old woman. I have had oily skin and have been prone to acne and whiteheads since adolescence. They have regularly appeared on my face and back.Dermatologists and skin care specialists have prescribed Roaccutane which I have been taking for quite a long time.Although my complexion greatly improved, I decided to stop the medication when I reached

Aloe vera

2008-09-28T08:26:00.003+08:00

Aloe vera gel can heal burns. Aloe vera's soothing qualities with compliment to Mind Your BodyThe claim: Aloe vera gel can heal burns.The facts: Aloe vera has been a common skin-care remedy since Greek physician Dioscorides advocated using it for burns in the first century AD.It's only in recent years that scientists have conducted research to determine whether it lives up to its reputation. Some

Eyesight - long-sightedness, astigmatism and macular degeneration

2008-09-06T09:27:00.003+08:00

POOR EYESIGHT Question:What is the difference between long-sightedness, astigmatism and macular degeneration?I have difficulty reading newspapers, books, contents on the computer screen and bus service numbers. I wear bifocal/progressive lenses - my power is between 900 and 1,000 plus degrees - but I can't see things at a distance clearly even with them on.Am I suffering from one or more of the

SNORING

2008-07-19T17:05:00.003+08:00

SURGERY TO STOP SNORINGAsk the expertQuestion:My dad snores loudly in his sleep. He went for a sleep test and was diagnosed with moderately severe obstructive sleep apnoea. The doctor recommended a turbinectomy and a palatoplasty. I would like to know the success rates for these operations and their risks, if any.Answer:Snoring is a result of partial obstruction of the upper airway during sleep

SKIN SPLITS ON THE PALMS, FLU, TRYING FOR BABY

2008-06-20T20:26:00.003+08:00

Ask the expertsThe follows are the questions post to the experts with their answers:Question 1:SKIN SPLITS ON THE PALMSI'm a 57-year-old man. In the past two months, I've had skin problems in both palms. The skin tends to split at the life lines on my palms. Sometimes the splits are quite deep but they seldom bleed although the wounds are reddish.My doctor gave me some gel that I applied every

Allergic Attacks, Throat Discomfort, Chicken Pox Scar

2008-06-01T09:29:00.005+08:00

The below questions and answers are compliments from Mind Your Body, Straits Times Singapore.Questions on Allergic Attacks, Throat Discomfort and Chicken Pox Scars.Experts answer on the following questions:Question 1:ALLERGIC ATTACKS IN YOUNG CHILDI have a five-year-old daughter who was diagnosed with a nose allergy when she was two. Whenever she has an attack, she has a severe coughing fit and

Stiff Fingers

2008-05-18T21:11:00.003+08:00

STIFF FINGERS POINT TO TYPE OF ARTHRITISQuestion: Lately, I've had difficulty closing the fingers on both hands every morning and they feel stiff and painful. I rub my hands together when this happens, just to get some relief. Why is this happening?Answer: Your symptoms of finger joint pain and early morning stiffness sound recent in onset although you did not mention how long these symptoms last

BAD BREATH

2008-04-25T19:14:00.002+08:00

Bad Breath is something that is not welcome. If there is bad breath, quickly find a cure for it.GETTING RID OF BAD BREATHQuestion: I'd like to find out about chronic bad breath and if there's a cure for it.Answer:The main cause of bad breath is ineffective oral hygiene and periodontal disease (gum disease). The accumulation of bacteria and bacterial degradation products result in the formation of

Vitamin Overdose

2008-04-20T17:16:00.004+08:00

Beware of vitamin overdoseThanks Mind Your Body for this meaningful and awareness article.Popping supplements indiscriminately may be a health risk. For example, large amounts of vitamin B6 in the body can lead to loss of feeling in the arms and legs.Ms Karen Wright, 40, a dietitian, does not take vitamins or mineral supplements.Neither do her twin boys, 10, and daughter, nine. What they do take

Childbirth and Parenting - 1

2008-04-05T16:44:00.003+08:00

Planning for baby's arrivalIn the first of a six-part series on childbirth and parenting, we explore the need for a 'birth plan'Childbirth may be the most natural thing but every expectant couple has their own fears and anxieties about this life-changing event.Enter the birth plan, a blueprint of sorts that a couple can draw up to decide how and where the birth should occur.Dr Kenneth Lee,

Melanoma Mole

2008-03-19T19:10:00.003+08:00

A mole turn out to be melanoma cancer.Story from Mind Your BodyHer five-cent size mole turned out to be Stage 3 melanomaWhen Ms Tan's right leg hit a corner of her bed, a five-cent size mole on her calf started swelling and bleeding prfusely. She did not seek treatment until six months later when the swelling had not subsided. -- ST PHOTO: NG SOR LUANJane Tan (not her real name) was shocked - and

16 Myths on Weight Loss/Gain

2008-02-29T20:20:00.002+08:00

MYTH 1Sleeping less helps me lose weight because I burn more calories staying up through the nightFACT: Sleep more - to weigh less. Research shows that if you do not get a full night's rest, the body's fat cells secrete up to 18 per cent less of the hormone leptin, the chemical that tells your brain you have sufficient energy reserves and do not need food.Also, if you have had, say, only about

How to use your microwave safely

2008-02-22T22:01:00.004+08:00

Hi, be it microwave scrambled eggs,microwave potato or microwave journal, how to use your microwave safely is very important.Thanks Mind Your Body for this article:It helps get food to the table fast, but there are some essential things you need to know before pressing that 'start' buttonBehold the West's favourite appliance: the microwave, an effective, no-fuss way to get dinner on the table -

Red Wine for Health

2008-02-03T10:10:00.000+08:00

Does red wine really help prevent atherosclerosis?A question was asked on red wine, and the answer was given below, from Mind Your Body.Q I've heard that drinking wine can help to reduce the risk of atherosclerosis. Is this true?A: Atherosclerosis occurs when cholesterol and fats are deposited on the inner lining of an artery, a blood vessel that carries oxygenated blood to the organs. This

Liver Health Problems

2008-01-25T20:18:00.000+08:00

Watch that fatty liverA sensible diet, adequate exercise and not too much alcohol will help the liver stay healthy.In the initial stages, there may be no inflammation but if left untreated, the condition can cause serious scarring or damage to the organWhen Ms Maneka Shetty, 31, went for her health check last November, she was shocked by the results.The report showed an abnormal reading when it

Fatty Liver

2008-01-09T12:30:00.000+08:00

Fatty liver disease Fatty liver: Is addicted to alcohol the calamity. Drinks must have controlsRecently, the staff of some unit organizations experience and discovered that those addicted to alcohol, especially middle-aged male, have multi-trouble fatty liver. It was believed that this was the ethyl alcohol that harmed the liver. About 31%~50% of retinitis simplex alcoholic fatty liver patient

Belly Dancing, Belly Dance or Belly Dancer

2008-01-03T10:12:00.000+08:00

Actually, I am not blogging about belly dancing,dancer,dance or even belly fat. The article below was from the New York Times, picture with compliment from Straits Times. It is interesting, read on.Title: Debunking the beer bellyTHE CLAIM: The calories from alcohol go to your midsection.THE FACTS: The phenomenon is known by many names: spare tyre, beer belly, beer gut. But do the calories from

BRAIN DAMAGING HABITS

2007-12-30T10:54:00.000+08:00

Someone send me this brain damage lyrics, I thou it would be nice if I can post this in this blog1. No BreakfastPeople who do not take breakfast are going to have a lower blood sugar level.This leads to an insufficient supply of nutrients to the brain causing brain degeneration.2. OvereatingIt causes hardening of the brain arteries, leading to a decrease in mental power.3. SmokingIt causes

How to treat acne

2007-12-23T10:52:00.000+08:00

Acne Cure TreatmentDRUGSTORES offer a mind-boggling array of products and treatments that range from the Power Pimple Peel to the Teminator 10 next to long-time standards like Clearasil and Stridex.'The over-the-counter stuff isn't necessarily bad for mild acne,' Dr Jodi Ganz says. 'Look for topical cream products with salycic acid or benzoyl peroxide.'But you might want to see a dermatologist if

Uncommon Cure For Everyday Ailment

2007-12-12T20:55:00.000+08:00

Natural Cure For High Blood PressureHIGH BLOOD PRESSUREEat Celery and Olive Oil!!! Olive oil has been shown to lower blood pressure. Celery contains a chemical that lowers pressure too.BLOOD SUGAR IMBALANCE Eat Broccoli and Peanuts!!! The chromium in broccoli and peanuts helps regulate insulin and blood sugar.The cancer cure that workedLUNG CANCER? Eat Dark Green and Orange color Veggies !!!A

Symptoms of Liver Failure

2007-12-06T20:08:00.001+08:00

Liver Damage SymptomsThe main causes of liver damage are:1. Sleeping too late and waking up too late are main cause.2. Not urinating in the morning.3. Too much eating.4. Skipping breakfast.5. Consuming too much medication.6. Consuming too much preservatives, additives, food coloring , and artificial sweetener.7. Consuming unhealthy cooking oil. As much as possible reduce cooking oil use when

Nine Ways to Strengthen Your Immune System

2007-11-29T09:16:00.000+08:00

Boost your immunity all holiday longHere are nine ways to strengthen your immune system and avoid the dreaded end-of-year flu from Shape writer Kristyn Kusek LewisYou compulsively slather on hand- sanitising gel and turn your head whenever somebody sneezes, yet you still manage to catch cold after cold at this time of the year. What gives?'Prevention isn't just about avoiding germs. What you eat,

Organic foods get another boost

2007-11-21T20:13:00.000+08:00

Benefits of Organic FoodOrganic foods are produced without the use of synthetic fertilisers and pesticides, growth hormones, irradiation, antibiotics or genetic engineering, but can cost many times more than non-organic produce.A UK study has revived the debate that organic food is healthier than its non-organic equivalent. Shefali Srinivas susses out the sentiments of experts and

Running Tip

2007-11-15T21:01:00.000+08:00

Here are the Running tips to share:*If you are new to running be sure that you have been walking for 30 minutes at least 3 days a week about 3 months before you try to transition to running.*Do not bounce or overstride. Don't let your foot get ahead of your knee. Run from the hips down with the upper body straight up and used only for balance.*Breath in through your nose and out through pursed

Vitamin D 'may help slow ageing'

2007-11-12T15:59:00.000+08:00

A vitamin made when sunlight hits the skin could help slow down the ageing of cells and tissues, say researchers.A King's College London study of more than 2,000 women found those with higher vitamin D levels showed fewer ageing-related changes in their DNA.....read more...

Extra fat is not always deadly

2007-11-07T10:48:00.000+08:00

CHICAGO - BEING 11 kilos overweight does not appear to raise your risk of dying from cancer or heart disease, says a new government study that seems to vindicate Grandma's claim that a few extra kilos will not kill you. Released just a few weeks before the Thanksgiving holiday when Americans typically overeat, the findings might comfort some who cannot seem to lose those last 6.8 kilogrammes. And

Children's Cough Medicine

2007-11-04T16:08:00.000+08:00

Use cough mix for kids with care. Children's Cough MedicineShould parents here be alarmed over the recent US recall of some over-the-counter infant medicines for coughs and colds? Shefali Srinivas finds out moreChildren under six should not be given medicines which relieve coughs and colds, a US advisory panel has warned.The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) panel voted two weeks ago to

Gmail - [Copyblogger] Six Common Punctuation Errors that Bedevil Bloggers

2007-10-29T17:40:00.000+08:00

Gmail - [Copyblogger] Six Common Punctuation Errors that Bedevil Bloggers

Dessert without the guilt

2007-10-11T20:06:00.000+08:00

Watching your weight but can't resist the sweetest of temptations? Go easy on the guilt with this fruit-filled parfait. Rather than sugar, it is made with the low-calorie, sugar-free sweetener Equal. Mixed fruit parfaitIngredients (serves 8)Creme anglaise3 to 4 cups of assorted summer fruit, sliced (for example, mangoes, kiwi fruit, strawberries and peaches)2 tbs toasted almond flakesTo make

Is there an ideal time to eat fruit?

2007-10-11T19:52:00.000+08:00

Many have asked when is the ideal time to eat fruit, but many of them agreed that due to the digesting system, fruit should be eaten before meal. This is based on the digesting system, where harder food need longer time to digest while fruit need a shorter time to digest. I think the question and the answer below clear the doubt, because this is answered by an expert.Q My wife insists on eating

Dragon Fruit

2007-10-10T21:55:00.001+08:00

Also known as the Dragon Fruit, the Pitaya is a stunningly beautiful fruit with an intense colour and shape, magnificent flowers and a delicious taste. The fruit, apart from being refreshing and tasty, contains a lot of water and minerals with many different nutrition ingredients. It tastes light sweet and it's good for liver, laxative, supplementing fibre and very suitable for diet.Besides,

Healthy Asian Salad

2007-10-03T20:24:00.000+08:00

Papaya and mango bring the sunshine to your table in this Asian salad that's laced with sago pearls which have been soaked in palm sugar syrup spiked with a dash of rum. -- FRANCIS ONGRed and gold sunrise in salad of surprisesFrom lemon grass and sago pearls to a dash of soursop pulp or Cointreau, Sylvia Tan concocts tart but healthy Asian salads that also delight the eyesFruit salads have come a

Eye disease in elderly may bring on depression

2007-09-19T21:28:00.000+08:00

Anxiety, depression noticed in those suffering from age-related macular degeneration, the most common cause of blindness in the elderly. Jessica Jaganathan reportsMore than one in 10 Singaporeans with age-related macular degeneration (AMD) may be suffering from anxiety or depression.A study by Alexandra Hospital found this to be the case in 14per cent of randomly selected AMD patients.AMD is a

How to treat white spots on body?

2007-09-19T21:22:00.000+08:00

Treating White spots on body.Q My 18-year-old daughter has white spots on her shoulders and back and they are rather unsightly. Is there a medical term for her condition? What is the cause of these white spots? Is there any way to get rid of these spots and prevent them from developing in future?A Tinea versicolor or pityriasis versicolor, commonly referred to as white spots, is a superficial

Warm Milk

2007-09-12T20:44:00.000+08:00

A glass of warm milk before bedtime?THE CLAIM: A glass of warm milk will help you get to sleep at night.THE FACTS: Few foods have a reputation for curing insomnia quite like warm milk.According to age-old wisdom, milk is chock-full of tryptophan, the sleep-inducing amino acid that is also well-known for its presence in another food thought to have sedative effects, turkey.But whether milk can

Remove Acne Scar ?

2007-09-06T19:49:00.000+08:00

Does vitamin E help clear or remove scars?The Claim: Vitamin E Helps Remove ScarsTHE FACTS: Home remedies for scar removal run the gamut from lemon juice to aloe vera gel. But one that stands above the rest – in popularity at least – is vitamin E. Depending on whom you ask, a little vitamin E dabbed on the skin can remove stretch marks, clear up scars and even heal wounds. Discovered in 1922, it

Contact Lenses

2007-08-27T18:03:00.000+08:00

Want to know more about contact lenses ? You may find the answer below.Can I wear contacts?Whether you're nearsighted (you can't read the road signs) or farsighted (you can't read the paper), contact lenses can make your life easier. Even people who have astigmatism (an imperfection in the eye's surface that distorts your vision) or who need bifocals or reading glasses often can trade in their

Diabetes Risk

2007-08-22T20:14:00.000+08:00

Anger and hostility raises risk of diabetes... ...heart disease and high blood pressure, a decade-long study of US war veterans shows Researchers studying 313 healthy Vietnam war veterans in the United States have found that anger and hostility may increase the risk for cardiovascular disease, diabetes and high blood pressure. Over a period of 10 years, the men had

Diabetes Blood Sugar Level Monitoring

2007-08-04T10:12:00.000+08:00

How do I monitor my blood sugar levels?Q I was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes 10 years ago and have been on medication. My blood sugar levels have been erratic of late, and my doctor has advised me to monitor them more regularly. Is it really necessary? How do I go about the self-monitoring?Answer: It is highly recommended for diabetic patients to monitor their own

Diabetes Diet ii Type

2007-07-28T20:33:00.000+08:00

A low glycemic load diet involves eating foods which provide a slow release of sugar, together with protein foods, like a few nuts with an apple. -- FAIRPRICEDiabetes may not be for lifePatrick Holfordfor Mind Your BodyPatrick Holford is the founder of the Institute for Optimum Nutrition in London and heads the Food of the Brain Foundation, pioneering nutritional

Basic Herbal Medicine

2007-07-23T20:11:00.000+08:00

Herbal Medicine, Its Difference from Pharmaceutical MedicineHerbal medicine was used to be connoted with medical myths, an old wives tale. And the use of it was discouraged as it was said that there was no known proof that these could help in the treatment and control of diseases. But nowadays, more and more people are resorting to it. In fact even medical experts

Want Better Health ?

2007-07-18T20:54:00.000+08:00

Want Better Health ?Take 2 kiwifruit every morning.Did you know that the kiwifruit trumped 26 other most commonly consumed fruit such as papayas, oranges, bananas and more in a weight-for-weight nutrient study conducted by Dr Paul Lachance of Rutgers University ?How the kiwifruit rankedVitamin C-Has the highest level of Vitamin C - almost twice that of an

Tomatoe

2007-07-11T21:49:00.000+08:00

Organic tomatoes betterTomatoe! Tomatoe!Tomatoe! Organic tomatoes have significantly higher levels of flavonoids, compared to non-organic tomatoes, according to the results of a 10-year study carried out by researchers at the University of California.Flavonoids are a class of water-soluble pigments present in many plants. They are known to lower hypertension, thus

Tips on Oily Skin Care the Natural Way

2007-07-08T12:05:00.000+08:00

Using herbal that are easily available from your own kitchen for oily skin care the natural way and not cause harm to your skin. Oily skin is caused by over productive sebaceous glands and some may have large pores with blemishes or blackheads on the face. Considering using natural herbal remedies for help may be one of the ways to control oily skin.Here, I am

Nutritional Value of Water Melon

2007-06-28T19:51:00.000+08:00

There are more to Watermelon Than We ThinkWatermelon is a fruit that has lot of nutritional value. It is summer time, watermelon is a thirst quencher. Don't think that watermelon is high in calories,contains only sugar and water but, this sweet red fruit does pack more than we think!A watermelon contains about 90% of water and about 50 calories.Approximately 44 of

Flower of TienChi

2007-06-25T21:10:00.000+08:00

Flower of TienChi. A precious and well-know herbal medicine indigenous to guang xi.Flower of TienChi can prevent, alleviate or cure the following deseases:1. Facial pimples of puberty, boils blisters around mouth, etc2. Dizzinessm nausea, vomiting, head-ache, insomniam, emotional inquietude, etc3. Heat on the palms, temperamental, grinding of the teeth during sleep

7 Tips on How to Make Regular Exercise Permanent

2007-06-18T13:01:00.000+08:00

Many a time, we make a New Year’s resolution to start on an exercise programme. We view that exercise is important and it is definitely important. Then we signed up for a two-year gym membership. Before we can start or embark on our dream, work piles up and eventually we find it that time is not on our side to fulfil our dream.Why are people not sticking to their

Low Cholesterol Diet Food

2007-06-13T20:07:00.000+08:00

Nowadays, peoples are more healthy conscious,they have more choices to look for low cholesterol meal intake. Many reports mentioned about how to lower cholesterol level and type of foods to take to reduce the cholesterol level. Many of these reports sometime are misleading and misinform.A cholesterol-lowering diet includes decreasing fat, cholesterol and saturated

Prevent Acne

2007-06-04T21:30:00.000+08:00

Pimple Gel, Pimple Treatment or Herbal acne treatment ?Treating Acne is as easy if it is on your face. There is Acne that appeared on the back. It is also a form of body acne. It is not easy to treat or apply acne gel on the back because it is hard to reach. What are ass pimples ? Pimple on your bum… hahaha.What would you prefer ? A ass pimple on the cheek of your

Fat Soluable Vitamin

2007-05-23T21:26:00.000+08:00

News ! Fat Soulable Vitamin; Vitamin A is good for the skin.Secret to perfect skin is in vitamin AAge is most visible in our skin. Judith Tan finds out how you can keep your skin looking radiant and youthful.What do Nicole Kidman, Halle Berry, Charlize Theron and closer to home - Fann Wong - have in common?Apart from being well-known actresses, they have absolutely

Tips on Reduce Salt Intake

2007-05-09T21:26:00.000+08:00

20 Tips on how to Reduce Salt IntakeFood industry experts suggest ways to reduce the salt in your life while eating in and out.Contributors are Mr Sebastian Goh, head chef from Szechuan Court, Raffles The Plaza; Mr Thomas Laberer, executive chef from Hilton Singapore; Ms Nehal Kamdar, dietitian from Raffles Hospital; and Ms Yeap Cheng Guat, executive director of

Acupuncture Treatment

2007-04-25T21:05:00.000+08:00

Acupuncture may not help smokers quitSometime ago, there is great publicity on Acupuncture Treatment, so much was said on the effectively of treating smokers to quit. The below article mentioned otherwise:THE FACTS: Smokers looking for a way to beat the habit have been turning to acupuncture for several decades now - but does it actually work?According to those who

Herbal Remedy Cures Handbook

2007-04-18T20:44:00.000+08:00

Fat Counters Vitamin C Benefits

2007-04-12T21:12:00.000+08:00

The fact on vitamin C caught my attention. To my suprise, the finding on Fat Counter Vitamin C Benefits make me think about the proper oral intake of the vitamin c. This is an news article from BBC News, and it was published in Singapore Straits Times on 11 April 07. I think it is a very helpful article.Do not let what you eat do not counter the benefits of vitamin

Home Remedy for Sore Throat

2007-04-04T19:48:00.000+08:00

Natural Remedy for Sore ThroatHow to get rid of Sore ThroatIf the rain has given you a touch of the sore throat or sniffles, do not rush to the pharmacy.Try this home-made brew that takes about five minutes to make. This South Indian concoction calls for a handful of cumin seeds (above), some crushed peppercorns and a tomato.Drown the three ingredients in a glass

Eating ice cream may help with ovulation

2007-03-11T16:44:00.000+08:00

OvulationIf you are trying to get pregnant and have ovulatory problems, eating low-fat dairy products may add to your problems. Women who choose low-fat dairy products are 85 per cent more likely to have ovulation problems, according to a new study by Harvard researchers.In contrast, the human reproduction study found eating full-fat dairy foods, including ice

Natural Cure for Asthma

2007-03-04T12:25:00.000+08:00

Asthma: Try the Natural RemediesThere are many medications that are used to control asthma-related symptoms and outbreaks. These prescription medications are well researched and very effective; however some individuals prefer to use natural asthma remedies to control their symptoms. Natural asthma remedies can work very well for some individuals, usually those with

Clove and Turmeric as Natural Healing Agents

2007-02-24T15:57:00.000+08:00

Natural HealingGlove and TurmericFirst, we talk about CloveThis beautifully fragrant spice won't just enhance your desserts and meals; it has been commonly used as an antispectic and anesthetic, relieving pain. It is a very effective treatment for toothaches, gum trouble and ulcers. Just cursh some cloves and swab the painful ulcrated areas.In Chinese medicine,

Yeast Infection

2007-02-04T09:43:00.000+08:00

About Yeast InfectionWhat is a Yeast Infection?This overgrowth of candida yeast in the vagina is known as a vaginal yeast infection. Candida yeast is usually kept in balance by the acidic environment inside of your vagina.However, sometimes this acidic environment can become out of balance, causing the candida fungus to grow rapidly.Yeast infections are caused by a

Spice Remedies

2007-01-28T10:56:00.000+08:00

Natural Healing with SpicesSpicy Remedies From CorianderCoriander in leaf or seed form is great to arrest indigestion, flatulence and bloating. In India, the leaves cool down the stomach that has had too much spices. It also clears your system of intestinal gas and bloating. Have lots of coriander leaf with your meal to prevent indigestion or immediately as soon as

Fruit Remedies from Papaya

2007-01-19T21:00:00.000+08:00

Tip on Natural HealingPapayaPapaya, Tropical Medecine TreeKaren can't stop gushing about the uses of papaya, "If I were to recommend the King of Fruits it would be the papaya!" say Karen, from its many healthful properties. "Did you know the seed are a wormicide?" Papaya is a great detoxifier. Ever so often it is beneficial to flush our body system of parasites and

Drinking Tea Can Affect Your Heart ?

2007-01-12T20:50:00.000+08:00

Cardiovascular / Cardiology NewsCatharine Paddock wrote :Taking Tea Without Milk Could Be Better For Your HeartA surprising study by German scientists has revealed that adding milk to tea stops its ability to dilate blood vessels and give antioxidant benefits, two protective factors for a healthy heart and cardiovascular system.The study is published online in the

Natural Healing Agents

2007-01-05T21:05:00.000+08:00

Natural Healing - Guava"The Malays believe guava helps with dengue fever to purify your blood.They believe in drinking guava juice.That helps to keep the parasites out of your blood so that the blood platelets do not drop and so there is a lower chance of getting malaria," explains Anwari. Our Malay friends have science supporting them on this. Current scientific

The Secrets to Weight Loss After Pregnancy

2006-12-20T21:30:00.000+08:00

Weight Loss After PregnancySarah is a pregnant mother of three who continues to breast-feed her 18-month-old. After each of her pregnancies, she has had difficulty losing weight. With all of her responsibilities, weight loss isn’t a priority. Still, she wishes that, once this pregnancy is over, she will be able to return to her pre-marriage weight.The average woman

Causes Of Back Pain

2006-12-13T19:50:00.000+08:00

Wrong Sitting Posture Can Cause Back PainSitting up straight? Relax, don't strain your spine(Straits Times Interactive, 29 Nov)LONDON - SITTING up straight at your desk may not be good for you.A new study has found that it puts too much pressure on your spine and contributes to back pain, the BBC reported yesterday.The best position in which to sit at your desk is

Heart Rate Monitor

2006-12-05T17:30:00.000+08:00

Heart Rate Monitor Gadget for RunRunners used gizmos to help him run better. One of the item is the heart rate monitor.Running is a hi-tech sport.Mr Murugiah Rameshon, 41, is a marathoner, he holds the SEA Games national record since 1995.'I'm strongly for the use of technology,' says Mr Rameshon, who is introducing the use of heart rate monitors into the training programme of Hwa Chong distance

Diet Foods

2006-11-29T08:42:00.000+08:00

7 Best Anti-Cancer FoodsSay no to cancer by boosting levels of superfoods in your diet. Shefali Srinivas reports (Straits Times Interactive, 29 Nov 2006)What you eat or do not eat can protect you against cancer.According to the British Medical Journal, diet is one of the most important lifestyle factors and has been estimated to account for up to 80 per cent of cancers of the large bowel, breast

Sport Nutrition

2006-11-28T12:33:00.000+08:00

Sport NutritionMake Gains In Your SportTry some food for a trial basis and pay attention to your body and performance, finding the right nutrition for your body can be a slow process. Try some variety in your sport nutrition to avoid getting burnt out of eating the same old foods everyday. While most of the effects of long hard workouts are positive, prolonged exercise results in breaking down of

Fruits Baskets

2006-11-25T15:26:00.000+08:00

Healthy DietToday I decided to take a healthy diet meal. I take fruits baskets (variety) of fruits as my lunch. These are the following fruits :Carrot, Star Fruit, Guava and Pineapple Carrot is a good source for Vitamin A and C, while Star fruit is low in calories. The guava is rich in vitamins A, B, and C, as well as beta carotene.Pineapple is low in calories, rich in manganese, also rich in C

Multi Vitamin Reviews

2006-11-24T20:34:00.000+08:00

Multi VitaminMultivitamins/multiminerals contain multiple ingredients, as a result, these supplements are among those most likely to have quality problems. To select your most trusted multivitamins, this Multi Vitamin Reviews will provide you an insight of the different brand of Multi vitamins.

10 Tips on Weight Loss & Diet

2006-11-21T20:08:00.000+08:00

10 Tips to Help You, Loss Weight & Better Diet* Healthy eating habits is the key to weight loss. Exercise alone do not help very much on weight loss.* Schedule an exercise table and stick to the plan. List out the benefits of the exercise you do. For example,feeling healthier, sleeping better, preventing depression, feeling stronger, etc. Post this list somewhere that you will easily see it

Fitness Ball

2006-11-20T21:27:00.000+08:00

The Benefits of the Fitness BallThe ball (commonly known as stability ball, fitness ball, Swiss ball, physio ball, etc) was used as early as the 1960s. It originally was used by physical therapist to assist with rehabilitation.It is a very inexpensive piece of equipment that offers a total body workout while also improving your balance. There are literally hundreds of different exercises that can

OMELET

2006-11-19T09:56:00.000+08:00

How to Make Healthy OmeletIngredients1 egg1 tablespoon hot water1 salt spoon saltFew grains of pepperMethod--Separate the white from the yoke of the egg and beat it untilstiff. Beat the yolk until thick and add the hot water and salt. Foldthe beaten white of the egg in and put into a buttered pan. Cook slowlyuntil puffed and brown.

Wedding: bridal diet and fitness plan

2006-11-15T21:32:00.000+08:00

Wedding: bridal diet and fitness planby Siobhan PestanoLook and feel great on your wedding day with handbag's six-month planSix months to goIf you're planning to lose weight, you need to set realistic goals. Extreme regimes will simply deplete your body of vital vitamins during a period when you will be most in need of them. The simple fact is that consuming less calories than you expend in

Weight Loss Meal Replacement Supplements

2006-11-14T20:10:00.000+08:00

What is Meal Replacement SupplementsAs most Weight Loss Resources members know, to lose weight we need to take in fewer calories than our body needs. When this happens, we draw on our fat stores to provide us with the extra energy we require to function properly. In the long term, this means we lose fat – and as a result, the pounds drop off.Quite simply, meal replacement products offer a way to

Antioxidant Vitamins

2006-11-12T17:05:00.000+08:00

What are antioxidant vitamins?Much research has recently focused on how antioxidant vitamins may reduce cardiovascular disease risk. Antioxidant vitamins — E, C and beta carotene (a form of vitamin A) — have potential health-promoting properties. Though the data are incomplete, up to 30 percent of Americans are taking some form of antioxidant supplement.(I use catch word, "ACE" to remember

Is Vitamin C good for the skin?

2006-11-09T18:29:00.000+08:00

Is Vitamin C Good For the Skin?Vitamin C protects the skin’s layers from damage caused by sun, smoke and aging. Older skin, in particular, may not get enough Vitamin C from the body’s internal blood supply. Topical application to areas which need antioxidant protection is a good alternative.How does Vitamin C act as an antioxidant?Visible signs of aging like fine lines, wrinkles and age spots are

Ten Most Harmful Health Gadgets

2006-11-07T21:38:00.000+08:00

From treadmill bikes to a horse-riding machine, these ten gadgets will most likely harm you before they’ll help you!1. Exercise or Risk Your Favorite TV Shows2. I See a Bright, White Light3. The Absorbent Fart Cushion4. Get Rid of Your Hubby’s Snores5. A Treadmill Ride through the Park6. The Scary Scalp Massager7. The Bust-Tastic Enhancer8. A Horse of a Different Color9. Honey, I’m fertile!10.

Healthy Living - Personal Wellness

2006-11-06T21:54:00.000+08:00

From Infancy to Elderly: Top 10 Ways to Maintain Your Brain--By David Perlmutter, M.D., FACN(ARA) - Time and again, studies have shown how important exercise, regular mental stimulation and balanced nutrition are to growing minds during childhood. In fact, scientists used to think all crucial development occurred between infancy and the teenage years. Current research,however, indicates that our

The Correct Way of Eating Fruits to Weight Loss

2006-11-05T16:22:00.000+08:00

We think eating fruits means just buying fruits, cutting it and popping it into our mouths. It's not that easy as you think. It's important to know how and when to eat fruits. Do you know of anyone who hates all the fruits? Most likely not. Everyone will immediately talk about the fruits they like very much. The reason why everyone likes fruits is because our bodies crave for it instinctively.

What Men REALLY Think About Sex

2006-11-01T21:43:00.000+08:00

Here are some of the Hot Topics being talked about around town . . .Click on the Title to read more..