Health

Suddenly I felt bad. My head was spinning. "What is happening to me?" I asked myself. "Am I dying? Am I having a heart attack?" I felt worse. I started to sweat profusely...

Every year I do the Jake's Off-Road Triathlon in Treasure Beach.I participate not just because it is a charity event for the BREDS Foundation, but because I like to challenge myself and force myself out of my comfort zone...

Many of us may have reached a plateau in our strength development so this is a good time to look at a few techniques to boost our routine...

I am as passionate about spinning (well, almost) as I am about yoga, and I truly believe the combination of indoor cycling and yoga is a perfect way to achieve total mind-body fitness. The spinning® programme is a cardiovascular workout done on specially...

OK, so your favourite fast-food restaurant now posts the calorie count of your favourite sandwich. That's a good thing. However, a new study finds that nutritional information can be confusing to diners if they don't read the fine print when making healthy meal choices...

Here's another reason to include oranges and grapefruits in your diet: A new study finds that a diet rich in such citrus fruits may reduce women's risk of stroke...

Many patients ask me about the safety and/or benefits of certain supplements or herbal medications for menopausal symptoms. I have had to reveal that for many of these products, whether they are effective, information regarding their safety and efficacy...

Advice on statin risks expanded - Statins are cholesterol-lowering drugs used by many to prevent heart disease...

Henry Lowe's boyhood fascination came full circle last Thursday when his 'ball moss product' and other nutraceuticals became available on the shelves of local pharmacies.Dr Lowe, a leading scientist and entrepreneur, had confessed in several interviews...

We will start the strength- training routine by choosing exercises to target all our muscle groups. Always start the workout with the larger muscle groups, followed by the smaller ones....

Valentine's Day is just behind us along with New Year's and Christmas.Each of these celebrations bring with them highs and lows. This is when many break-ups take place. If you are going through a break-up remind yourself...

Traditionally, this is the time for spring cleaning your home, but why not spring clean your body with a simple detox? This mini-detox can be done over a weekend, extended to a week, but is most effective if done for 21 days....