Category: Features
65-year-old woman pregnant with quadruplets
4 is the lucky number for one woman from Berlin. The 65-year-old ishas 13 children and is pregnant again t- this time with quadruplets . The Russian and English teacher’s pregnancy follows several attempts abroad at artificial insemination over the […]
Eating disorders occur in men, too
While the majority of those who suffer from eating disorders are women, men too experience the disorder. One example is Mr Ford Lim who struggled with anorexia and bulimia for nine years: “People tell me they don’t think men would […]
Supervised exercise is recommended for intermittent claudication sufferers
People with Intermittent claudication (an illness that causes leg pain, cramping or fatigue while walking) can walk better after undergoing supervised exercise therapy compared to unsupervised exercise, a new study finds. But both groups end up with a similar quality […]
No to genital removal surgery for transgenders: experts
Experts in Norwayare speaking out against genital removal surgery and sterilization – mandatory practices for transgenders. In a report to the Norwegian government, an expert committee appointed by the health ministry proposed new gender recognition legislation based on self determination […]
Exercise to live longer
Researchers have found that vigorous exercise that make you red and sweaty prolongs life. The study by Australian researchers is based on more than 200,000 adults over age 45, and is published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) Internal […]
Obesity cuts risk of dementia
In a study that has surprised researchers, it has been found that overweight people are less likely to get dementia. The analysis of nearly two million British people, in the Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology, showed underweight people had the highest risk. […]
Simple ways to boost your metabolism
When it comes to speeding up your metabolism, simple tricks can do wonders. 1. Laugh out loud Here’s a reason to smile: Laughter is exercise for our facial muscles, ribcage, abs and diaphragm, and giving all these parts a workout […]
Display calorie count of menus, minister tells restaurant owners
The Malaysian Health Ministry wants eateries to display the calorie count of their menu to ensure that patrons make healthy meal choices. Minister Datuk Seri Dr S. Subramaniam said many Malaysians did not realise how many calories they consumed every […]
Some confusing habits clarified for you
Here are some common confusing health habits exposed. Should you feed a cold and starve a fever? In both cases, the patient must continue to eat and drink, then drink some more. Make sure you have plenty of water to […]
US cuts poultry export forecast as deadly bird flu spreads
The U.S. government on Thursday reduced its forecasts for poultry exports by nearly 6 percent from last month due partly to an accelerating outbreak of bird flu that has triggered wider-than-expected trade restrictions. The steep cuts came as the U.S. […]
