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Health Alert

Published on 2010-05-24 04:33:00

Itchy throat?It could be the formaldehyde you're inhaling.Are you coughing?Perhaps it's from the formaldehyde you are just inhaled.Teary eyes?There may be formaldehyde in your house.Moved into a new home recently?Maybe some formaldehyde gas moved in with you.Feeling sick?Maybe you caught a virus. Or maybe you were exposed to formaldehyde gas.Source: theStar, Monday 23, 2010.

Coping with Hypertension

Published on 2010-05-16 04:14:00

Coping with hypertensionby Earn GanBlood pressure is the force in the blood vessel that transports blood to every part of our body. Blood pressure is described by two numbers: the systolic and the diastolic. The systolic pressure is the upper number and it measures the pressure in our blood vessel when the heart is pumping out blood. The diastolic is the lower number and it measures the pressure in our blood vessel when it is at its most relaxed stage which is in between heart beats. So, if your

Preventing Hair Loss

Published on 2010-04-08 23:04:00

Preventing Hair LossTaking good care of your hair is the easiest way to ensure you won’t lose it.Unfortunately, many people suffer hereditary hair loss. This is known as male pattern baldness (MPB) and has familial link. This type of hair loss is inevitable, but can be slowed or even reversed using various treatments.However, these are many people who lose hair for reasons not associated with MPB. There are techniques you can use to lessen or prevent these types of hair loss. A number of facto

Fruits and Vegetables

Published on 2010-03-29 16:32:00

Getting to the Goodness of Fruits and VegetablesFruits and vegetables brings you to a whole world of goodness. By eating more of it, not only you’re able to maintain your svelte figure but also reduce the risk of long-term diseases, thanks to the nutrients and phytochemicals in them!Brighten Your Life with Colours!Phytochemicals (‘phyto’ means plants in Greek) are pigments and bio-active compounds in plants. Notice how fruits and vegetables are brightly-coloured? Those beautiful yellow, or

Malaysia in Top 5 for HIV Cases

Published on 2009-12-04 03:05:00

Malaysia in Top 5 for HIV CasesMalaysia is one of five countries in the Western Pacific which together acount 90% of human imminodeficiency virus (HIV) cases in the region, according to the Health Organisation (WHO).Topping the list is China with 700,000 cases followed by Vietnam (290,000), Malaysia (80,000), Cambodia (75,000) and Papua New Guinea (54,000).A WHO statement said that there were some 1.4 million people with HIV in the region at the end of 2008 compared with 870,000 people in 2001,

The Soya Bean Story

Published on 2009-11-28 00:45:00

The soya bean storyThis humble little legume has made great strides as a health food but not all soya products are created equalThe soya bean (or soybean in the US) has long been recognised for its many health benefits. Being a good source of protein, it makes a great meat substitute for many vegetarians and vegans, and as an alternative source of plant protein for others.For this reason, soya products have become increasingly popular nowadays. Chief among them are soya beverages or soya bean mi

Managing Diabetes With Tai Chi

Published on 2009-11-28 00:35:00

Managing diabetes with tai chiAmy NortonResearchers have discovered that this ancient soft martial art form helps promote overall good health and lower blood sugar levelsThe ancient art of tai chi may help in controlling or lowering the risk of type 2 diabetes, two small studies suggest.In one study, Taiwanese researchers found that tai chi helped lower long-term blood sugar levels in 30 middle-aged adults with type 2 diabetes. In the second, an Australian team found that a combination of tai ch

Sweet Killer

Published on 2009-11-14 19:45:00

Rising Sugar Intake Causing More DeathsExcessive sweetness may lead to a bitter end – diabetes, a disease that is causing more deaths a year than breast cancer and AIDS combined. And two out three people with diabetes eventually die from heart disease or stroke.The International Diabetes Federation (IDF) estimates that some 285 million people worldwide will live with diabetes next year. They include 1.84 million Malaysians, aged from 20 to 79, or 6.8% of the population. IDF also predicts that

Tips for Stronger Teeth

Published on 2009-11-12 18:24:00

Tips for Stronger TeethThe quality of your teeth is often used as a measurement of your general health. Keeping your teeth strong and healthy not only gives you a pearly white smile, it protects your mouth and other parts of your body. Cavities and infections in the mouth can cause a range of other ailments such as ear infections and mouth pain. Here are some steps to follow for strong, healthy teeth:» Brush your teeth with a soft toothbrush at least twice a day (after you wake up and before yo

Multi-Prong Health Remedy

Published on 2009-10-15 12:21:00

Multi-Prong Health RemedyEven with modern medical break throughs, some humble folk remedies manage to endure – one of which is Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV). First used by Hippocrates as a curative tonic in 400BC, this nutrient-rich liquid has been pressed into service by everyone from Christopher Columbus (to ward off scurvy) to US soldiers in World World I (to disinfect battle wounds).Even today, scientists have begun taking a fresh look at this inexpensive health item and uncovering the unexpec