HEALTH TOPICS

Cholesterol is a dreaded word to most of us. But do you know all cholesterol is not bad for you. There are two types of cholesterol – low-density lipoprotein (LDL) and high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL). Cholesterol is a kind of...

BMI, known as Body Mass Index, is a reliable measure of body shape, indicating body fatness and weight for a person of a specific height. It is calculated by dividing weight in kilogram by square of height. If you know...

Statistics reveal that, by 2050, 43% of Europeans will be over 60 years of age. Medical advances have played an important role in helping people to remain active and fit. Today’s 50 year olds do not want to work for...

It’s rightly said that beauty is skin deep. Nobody likes to see the signs of ageing on their face. A clear complexion, glowing skin, with no marks or signs of damage, is cherished by all. Feeling good about yourself gives...

Allergies generally happen as a result of the overreaction of the immune system to some harmful material. You can get an allergy either from eating, swallowing or inhaling a substance that the immune system recognises as harmful, including pollen, medicine,...

Undoubtedly health is wealth. Your efficiency to work increases if you enjoy good health. It is therefore necessary to keep your digestive system healthy by following a dietary regimen, with lots of water and fibre, so that there is a...