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Health
How the lowly mushroom is becoming a nutritional Star
MUSHROOMS are often considered only for their culinary use because they are packed with flavour-enhancers and have gourmet appeal. That is probably why they are the second most popular pizza topping, next to pepperoni. Read More
Weight loss: How I survived in an uncontrolled environment
I signed up with the Intekai (ITK) team in mid-2018, out of frustration.I was working ridiculously long hours, had little downtime, and ate poorly. I was increasingly frustrated with myself as I watched my weight creep back up. Read More
US medical team provides foot, leg care in St James
A team of young doctors from the United States last month visited the island and provided much-needed foot and leg care to residents in St James over a two-day period. Read More
Defying the munchies
NEW evidence from Michigan State University suggests that those who smoke cannabis, or marijuana, weigh less compared to adults who don't. Read More
Psychologists find smiling really can make people happier
SMILING really can make people feel happier, according to a new paper published in Psychological Bulletin. Read More
For its health and yours, keep the cat indoors
PARIS, France (AFP) — At least one running argument among cat lovers is now over: Whiskers, Lucy and Tigger are definitely better off staying indoors, scientists reported last Wednesday. Read More
The secret to keeping the weight off
WAY too often, people fight bravely to lose excess fat and get to a safer, healthier weight. Read More
HIIT for weight loss
WE know that exercise is good for us, and many of us do some form of continuous exercise three to five days per week. Read More
10 tips to blast belly fat
WHO doesn't want a flat belly or a perfectly shaped waist-line? Belly fat, also known as visceral fat, is not just a cosmetic eyesore, but may be a sign of underlying health issues. Read More
Buildings can be sick too
THERE has been a significant increase in the number of cases of respiratory or flu-like illnesses in Jamaica in recent times. Read More
Oral sex and oral cancer
THE human papilloma virus (HPV) is a double-stranded DNA virus that infects the epithelial cells of skin and mucosa. The moist epithelial surfaces (squamous cells) include all areas covered by skin and/or mucosa — such as the mouth interior, throat, tongue, tonsils, vagina, cervix,... Read More
Crude oil touted as health cure in Azerbaijan
NAFTALAN, Azerbaijan (AFP) — Immersed up to her neck in a dark viscous liquid, Sulfiya smiles in delight, confident that the fetid substance will cure her painful condition. Read More
Switch it up!
MOVING our bodies is very important, not just from a physical standpoint but also where mental health is concerned. Read More
What you need to know about flu
WITH the island being on an Influenza Alert status as well as recent public concerns about influenza A, caused by the H1N1 virus, check out these frequently asked questions about flu which were taken from the Ministry of Health's website. Read More
Can a foodie stick to a diet?
FOODIE is a word coined in the early 1980s by New York Magazine 's restaurant critic Gael Greene. But what does it mean? Read More
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