What is it? Also known as varicella, chickenpox is a common illness among children that causes an itchy rash and red spots or blisters all over the body. Most people will get chickenpox at some point of their lives if…

With Caesarean sections on the rise, childbirth educator and lactation consultant Christine Choong talks about the contributing factors during labour that will encourage and lead to natural deliveries in hospitals. The key to a mother achieving a natural birth is…

High in nutrients and low in calories, berries are more than just pretty colours. From strawberries, blueberries and raspberries to blackberries, boysenberries and gooseberries, they are packed with carbohydrates, vitamin C, potassium, folate, fiber and fluid. The phytonutrients in berries…

Riding a bicycle is a great form of exercise, and it’s fun. If you follow a few basic health and safety tips, you’ll get the most out of your cycling and reduce your risk of injury. Be visible Make sure…

What is it exactly that triggers illness? The question has confounded philosophers and healers since the beginning of time. Some of the answers that have been given include: Evil spirits, evil eye, displeasing the gods, angering the ancestors, failing to…

It must be a relief to learn that there are natural cures for acne lying somewhere in the kitchen, after hearing of the various harsh treatments above. Using fruits, vegetables and honey on the skin is definitely much better than…

Lime Limes, Citrus aurantifolia, can either be sour or sweet. Sour limes possess a greater sugar and citric acid content than lemons and feature an acidic and tart taste, while sweet limes lack citric acid content and are sweet in…

The bicycle is probably the simplest machine invented that has provided far more benefits than people would have thought. If it was used solely as a means of transportation in the earlier days, these days bicycles have been improvised into…

Tips for Reducing Appearance of Acne Scars What if you have already suffered from acne and the scars remain to plague you? You could certainly take measures to prevent future breakouts but at the same time, minimize the damage that…

Acne is an acute inflammatory condition of the pores and skin. The most common form of acne is Acne Vulgaris with whiteheads and blackheads being mild cases, papules and pustules being moderate ones, and nodules and cysts being the most…