Showing gratitude can cultivate good health
HAVING an attitude of gratitude can do the body just as much good as engaging in consistent physical activity, according to a local psychologist.
BEC’s JA company and Lupus 242 team up to raise awareness
BEC Fuse, a Junior Achievement company sponsored by the Bahamas Electricity Corporation (BEC), is starting its 2015/16 year off strong by supporting a worthy cause.
Expo to shine light on diabetes in children
CHILDREN will be the focus of the upcoming ACE Diabetes Health & Wellness expo, which will aim to educate both kids and adults on prevention and management of diabetes.
Live a fulfilling life: Should you stop eating red meat?
Should you reduce your intake of beef, lamb, bacon and sausage? According to a new study, the answer is...maybe.
Twinings teams with Bahamas Heart Foundation for 'Tea Fit For Royalty'
Each year, thousands of healthy babies are born in The Bahamas. Sadly, it is not always the case.
Does menopause affect your mouth?
Menopause is the permanent end of menstruation and fertility. It is defined as occurring 12 months after a woman’s last menstrual period. In brief, menopause is when the menses (some Bahamians refer to it as the “health”) stop in a woman. It is a normal physiological occurrence and is not an illness or a deficiency.
Breast cancer awareness - Part III: The gift of prevention
This week’s article is written on a very sombre note. Breast cancer awareness month may officially be over, but our struggle with breast cancer is very real and ongoing.
Why cosmetic dentistry?
Have you ever seen someone who looked like they could use a makeover? What was it, was it their hair, was it the face?
Supporting a worthy cause with ‘A Night of Luxury’
GETTING to zero new infections, zero AIDS-related deaths and zero stigma and discrimination is still major goal for the Bahamas AIDS Foundation.
International patient receives life-changing treatment in the Bahamas
For the average 22-year-old, life has just begun. But for Colton Carroll, life as a young adult was more about facing challenges and dealing with restrictions brought on by a recently diagnosed disease.
Become the healthiest, happiest version of yourself: Recovery after surgery and illness
While you are recovering from illness, your body is working extra hard to repair and rebuild itself.
Teamwork called for at Chickcharney Relays
THEY are known for creating the Bahamas’ toughest obstacle course, and now the Chickcharney Chirren are back with “Out Da Bush”, yet another thrilling challenge to be held at Clifford Park this Saturday.
Club One 'Thinks Pink'
FOR the entire month of October, organisations and companies throughout the Bahamas promoted awareness of breast cancer.
HEALTH, WHOLE AND HOLY: Even if you eat a burger, you’re still on track
You are trying to eat well – salads, vegetables, fruits, nuts and seeds, protein, minimally processed foods and complex carbohydrates.
Is cereal a fun food?
Children usually prefer to eat “fun foods” that are often times not healthy for them. Candies and chocolates are two of the more obvious fun foods, but cereals may also be considered as such. It depends on the ingredients in the brands of cereal being considered. High fructose corn syrup, refined sugars and added sugars are almost always present in fun foods.
