Favourable weather conditions, clogged drains, empty containers left around that collect rain water — these are among the reasons why the Aedes mosquitos get to breed easily and cause the dreaded dengue fever to spread. It’s difficult to control the…

Exposing yourself to new experiences, especially positive ones keep your brain healthier. Always try to engage yourself in positive thinking, as well as attending programs that will improve your Intelligent Quotient, IQ. More so, do things that you are not…

The craze for lighter skin with the hundreds of creams and cosmetics being marketed to achieve it are testimony to the fact that many women dream of acquiring a fairer skin tone. What to consider to achieve a lighter, brighter…

Atopic eczema is a common skin condition experienced by many young children. Proper care is necessary to ensure that a child with eczema is kept comfortable and also to avoid unnecessary flare-ups. We talked to Dr Dr. Khairul Zaman Omar,…

Did you know that children who are exposed to secondhand smoke are steadily taking in nicotine and other chemicals into their bodies just like smokers? Also, consider the fact that no amount of secondhand smoke is considered safe! The smoke…

Almost all of us wish for a bright, flawless, healthy and radiant skin. However, it remains a dream for many due to unhealthy diets and lifestyles, overexposure to sun, polluted environment, stress, medical issues and continuous use of chemical cosmetics.…

Getting sick may be part and parcel of growing up, but it does not mean that parents have to completely surrender to these circumstances. There are always ways to boost a child’s immunity levels so that they’re better able to…

Eye care for children should not be taken for granted as it is a critical part of their development. A healthy eyesight will help children receive 80% of their information from their surroundings and also determines how a child copes…

As parents, it’s only natural to be concerned about your growing child’s nutritional intake. After all, it’s every parent’s desire to meet with their child’s dietary needs and then some. It may be smooth sailing for a rare few whose…

Fatty acids Q: Why are fatty acids important for the well being of growing children? A: Dietary fats in general are calorie-dense macronutrients. They play an important role in absorption and metabolism of some nutrients, particularly fat-soluble vitamins, and help…