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Funky tech for eyewear
Technology adds new dimension to prescription eyeglasses. GOOGLE Glass has been hogging the spotlight when it comes to eyewear, but get ready to see new technology designed for those stuck with old-fashioned prescription eyeglasses. Many people wear glasses to improve […]
Stop At One
October 20 was World Osteoporosis Day. This year’s theme, ‘Stop at One’, aims to encourage all those who have had osteoporotic fractures to get treatment to prevent another fracture. WHEN your bones become fragile and brittle due to a loss […]
Eating healthy, Laker-style
The Laker diet plan: Nope, they can’t have fries with that… but they can have raw cheese, bone soup and grass-fed beef. THE smell hit first, causing many on the Los Angeles Lakers squad to turn up their offended noses. […]
Of Movember, moustaches, and men’s health
A series of moustache-themed races will be held in different cities throughout November in aid of male cancers and other health issues. THIS November, brands and charities are mad for the ’StacheWithMovember, a month-long moustache-growing event that raises funds for […]
Texting may help you lose weight
New study finds that receiving motivational text messages could help in your weight-loss bid. WHEN it comes to losing weight, receiving motivational text messages could help tip the scale in your favour. While prior research has warned that spending too […]
The barking cough
Croup is an infection of the upper airway, which obstructs breathing and causes a characteristic barking cough. MY son came back from kindergarten the other day feeling under the weather. He was sniffling and his eyes were red. We thought […]
Study finds eating too much fish can harm your health
Omega-3 fatty acids normally found in fish, if taken in excess could have unintended health consequences in certain situations, suggests a new study. “We are seeing the potential for negative effects at really high levels of omega-3 fatty acid consumption. […]
Smokers’ skin may age faster
Smokers are likely to get bags under their eyes and wrinkles around their lips earlier than non-smokers, according to a new study of identical twins. Judges who didn’t know which twin smoked said the smoker looked older 57 per cent […]
Skin experts suggest five ways to keep men’s skin soft
Men’s facial skin will be affected by daily cleaning and shaving. An expert says that regular use of moisturiser is one way to regain the softness. Navin Taneja, director of the National Skin Centre, suggests how to keep the skin […]
Mosquitoes prefer biting drunk people and other health facts you need to know
Love your beer? You might want to invest in long-sleeved garments the next time you head to a bar. Researchers have found that people who have had three or more cans of beer were 30 per cent more likely to […]
