Myth Buster

BUSTED: “Teething doesn’t cause fever. Now when you say fever it’s actually more than about 99.F. Some parents call temperature a bit below that also fever.

Pranayama

In Yoga, air is the primary source of Prana or life force. Pranayama maximizes the benefits of Prana. Pranayama is used in yoga as a separate practice to help clear and cleanse the body and mind. 

‘Ayurveda’ the Science of Life

Ayurveda is derived from the sanskrit words “ayush” meaning life and “veda” meaning science. 

wheezing and obesity in kids

Medical literature has revealed a link between wheezing and obesity, where wheezing could very often lead to obesity in young children. 

Coping with Exam stress

QWhat health implications could rise due to exam pressure and how can it affect the mentality of young children? 

Myth Buster

Myth: Sugar causes hyperactivity in children

Pet medicines pose poison risk for kids

Parents who store medicines and household cleaners out of  reach to protect their kids from accidental poisoning shouldn’t forget  to consider any drugs they have for the family pet, a new study  suggests.  

Academics call time on expensive cancer drugs

A group of academic researchers has demanded an end to cancer medicines costing more than $100,000 a year and proposed a new model of low-cost drug development that would capitalize on recent advances in science.The spiralling cost of cancer medicines is a growing concern for doctors and their patients, many of whom struggle to pay for new medicines that often cost $10,000 a month. 

Tackling haemorrhoids

The digestive system of our body is adapted to break down  food and absorb nutrients into our body. The food we swallow travels  through the tract and at the end of a 30 foot journey, the unabsorbed  food remnants are expelled from our body as stools or faeces. 

What is a Cervical Cancer & What Are the Symptoms?

Cancer is a disease condition in which the cells of the body grow in an uncontrolled manner and becomes abnormal. When this growth is seen in the cervix, then it is calledas cervical cancer. Cervix is the neck of the womb/uterus or the narrow lower part of the womb.  

When they go awry

People are generally unaware of the presence of a host of organs in their bodies. But when they are brought into focus when they fall sick,

Ayurvedic medicines in sports: are they performance boosters?

Since ancient times Ayurveda has been used to cure various ailments. However, in the present day and age, its use has been deemed dangerous to sportsmen due to the lack of monitoring of the ingredients that go into the preparation of Ayurvedic medicines

Laser treatment for skin conditions: Is it for you

Laser treatment is more effective than conventional treatments such as creams when treating blemishes, acne scars, wrinkles and certain other skin-related issues. Laser treatment is as of yet a novel technology in Sri Lanka which people are hesitant to undergo due to the mystery surrounding it. 

Good health is necessary to prevent NCDs

Being healthy is necessary to avert non-communicable diseases. Today, non-communicable diseases are more widespread than in previous decades. Thus, it is important to follow a proper dietary pattern as well as to exercise regularly. 

How dangerous is Microcephaly?

The 2016 outbreak of the Zika virus brought the neurological condition Microcephaly to global attention as a significant number of infants whose mothers had contracted the Zika virus were diagnosed with the condition.

Benefits of Coconut water- The natural Jeewani

In a rapidly modernizing world where processed food and fizzy drinks have been conveniently given priority, it is essential to reflect on one’s state of health. Sri Lanka being a tropical island has much to offer where natural products are concerned. 

Say ‘yes’ to good Oral health!

“Oral health can be defined as the proper maintenance and hygiene of the mouth, including the teeth, tongue, oral mucus membrane, palate and the lips” says General Secretary of the Sri Lanka Dental Association and Regional Dental Surgeon of the Colombo District, Dr. Vipula Wickramasinghe. Stating that oral hygiene basically means a disease-free mouth, 

Stones in the urethra and bladder: ayurveda has a cure

 The presence of stones in the urethra and gall bladder is a common health problem in society today along with non-communicable diseases.   

Are biofilms silent killers in hospitals?

It’s easy to appreciate the need to disinfect germs on surfaces, but have you ever wondered how germs exist on surfaces in the first place? Enter the biofilm. 

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder What you need to know

Certain behavioral patterns deemed to be ritualistic and recurrent in an individual can be a telling sign that the person in question may be a victim of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Speaking to Daily Mirror, Dr. Udena Attygalle,

Throw that fairness cream away!

How many of us believe that fairness is the ultimate expression of beauty? Today, fairness has become trendy so much so that fairness creams have become priorities. Beneath the urge to use life threatening cosmetics is the societal conception that dark skin is unacceptable.

Are you prone to Food Allergies?

Do you feel a sudden itching, swelling in the lips or abdominal pain within minutes or hours after consuming food? Then, perhaps you are prone to a food allergy. Peanuts, tree nuts, shrimp, milk and eggs are among the commonest types of food that could trigger food allergies in certain individuals. While the symptoms of food allergies could range between mild to severe (anaphylaxis), food allergies could occur regardless of age limit. 

Healthy hair care

Hair has long been an important aspect of beauty. Traditionally, women have paid great attention to the growth of hair, it’s strength, volume and shine. Strong and beautiful hair is a woman’s crowning glory and great pains are taken to ensure its health, be it the effort or the money spent. Caring for your hair is important. This article attempts to deliver some tips as to how you can care for your hair with a nutritious diet.  

Oral Cancer: Prevention and Awareness

Oral cancer appears as a growth or sore in the mouth that doesn’t go away and can be life-threatening if not treated in its early stages.   

Can Aging be delayed Preventing Premature Aging?

Aging has been invariably associated with being disabled and falling ill. Though aging is an inevitable stage of life, the elderly can lead a healthy and active life through a healthy diet and regular exercise.

Little Hearts – LRH fundraiser

‘It can happen to anyone’ was one of the lines on the brochures of the little hearts campaign. Judging by the diversity of the little patients at Lady Ridgeway Hospital in Colombo, this statement cannot be argued with. 

Today is World AIDS Day

As we mark World AIDS Day today, let’s take a moment to reflect upon the various health implications concerning the subject of HIV/AIDS.

Launch of two books on heart health

The Sinhala translations of two books focusing on heart health and originally written in English by Cardiologist Professor Rohan Jayasinghe was launched on Friday, November 25 at the Mahaweli Centre. 

Dispelling myths about vitamin supplements

Vitamins are an essential micro-nutrient which the human body requires in small quantities. If the required level of vitamins is not fulfilled, it could lead to a vitamin deficiency where vitamin supplements are administered. 

The Rising Terror of TB

Tuberculosis, a disease caused by the bacteria commonly known as Mycobacterium Tuberculosis affects the lungs of a person with low immunity. The disease is currently on the rise countrywide due to various factors including a lack of awareness, low immunity and low nutritional levels.