Ever fainted? It’s terrifying, but 90% of people who have passed out are absolutely fine, says epidemiologist Venkatesh Thiruganasambandamoorthy. As for the other 10%, an underlying health condition, like an abnormal heart rhythm, is to blame, and that could mean potentially serious health concerns down the road. Fainting, no matter why it happens, is the result...
Have you heard of smartphone thumb? It’s a real medical condition these days, and you may already be suffering from it. Read on to know more about it as well as come across some tips and tricks on how to keep it from striking. Tendinitis — this is the formal name of this medical condition...
These Moroccan-spiced pork meatballs make for a tasty dinner kids will love! Image credit: Ben Dearnley 0:25 Prep | 0:20 Cook | 4 Servings | Capable cooks INGREDIENTS 500g pork mince 2 teaspoons Moroccan seasoning 1/3 cup fruit chutney 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh chives 1 small red capsicum, finely chopped 1 tablespoon olive oil Couscous, to serve Fruit chutney,...
So you’ve finally made the jump to join the fitness bandwagon and start taking charge of your physical health. The only thing you need to make sure of is to survive your fitness routines without encountering any injuries which can otherwise hamper your progress. Exercising can be a fun activity for a lot of people....
Maintaining your weight doesn’t have to be hard. You’re in spandex and sneakers most days of the week, you can decipher a nutrition label quicker than you can say “hydrogenated oil,” and the waiter at your favourite spot no longer bothers to ask if you want to see the dessert menu. And for what? Just to drop...
There are billions of nerves in your body. Most of them, your peripheral nerves, are like branches of a tree that spread out all over and transmit messages back to the “trunk”—your brain and spinal cord. When everything goes smoothly, your brain gets the info it needs so that you can move your muscles, recognise...
Contrary to popular belief, insomnia is not only having a hard time getting to sleep. It can also entail trouble staying asleep or waking up very early the following day. Because enough sleep for another person may still feel inadequate to another, there is really no formal way of diagnosing insomnia. If you feel you...
If you’re like most people, there’s a good chance you get out of bed every morning and launch right into your busy day. Yet taking just a few minutes for yourself before you race to get in the shower, prepare breakfast, make your way to the office, and start plowing through your to-do list can...
First, the bad news: There’s no actual cure for cold or flu. But on the bright side, these viruses do tend to clear up pretty quickly—within 3 to 10 days, in most cases. While you can’t kill the bugs with medications, you can treat the symptoms so you feel more comfortable and prevent complications, like...
What a great dinner to make any time of the day. The flavours of smokey paprika make this chicken dish delicious. This recipe is low fat, low sugar and high protein. Food Photography courtesy of Factory59. Servings: 2 | Serving size: 540g Ingredients 1 large chicken breast, no skin 1 tbsp. olive oil 1 can...
As the world gears up to commemorate Parkinson’s Awareness Week starting April 10th, followed by World Parkinson’s Awareness Day...
Endometriosis, a condition affecting millions of women globally, often remains veiled in mystery and misconceptions. Endometriosis Awareness Month seeks to...
It’s officially Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. Every woman needs to know the symptoms of ovarian cancer. Make sure you do. It...