Plan ahead for disasters
The recent earthquake in Haiti reminds us of our vulnerability to catastrophes in these island nations. The desperate situation in our sister nation should be a trigger for us to prepare for any eventuality. Everyone should make plans for times of turmoil....

Feeding people aftera tragedy
A healthy nutritional status hedges against many acute illnesses and chronic diseases. This truth is strikingly evident in crisis situations such as in disasters where injury and reduced food intake are the order of the day....

Make hiking your health tonic!
Hiking is a great way to improve your fitness. It is an escape from the monotony and restrictions of the gym and can provide you with a unique experience...

Boost brain power and memory
Memory involves the ability to store, retain and retrieve information, experiences and skills. The brain is responsible for memory and there are certain chemicals in the brain that are important to memory...

Balancing the roles of supermom
Every morning as I leave home for work, I also leave a piece of my heart. At least, this is the feeling I get as I leave my young son at home. A feeling which, I believe, is shared by many mothers. I recently had a discussion with my female colleagues ...