With advances in technology and medical research we are in a better positon to address the female sexual orgasmic and pain disorders that are much discussed today. For this purpose we invited DR Kanishke Samaranayake who has a Fellowship in Cosmetic

Disease and age are co-related. Ageing not only deprives a person of youthfulness it also weakens the immunity system leaving the body vulnerable to various illnesses. High blood pressure is one such condition. World Hypertension Day (May 17) focuse

While the main function of hair is to protect the head from serious injury, it has a great cosmetic importance. The hair is a source of pride for many individuals. In addition, much can be said about an individual’s personality from the way him or

The cooking pattern has changed with time. We see changes in cooking utensils and energy sources when comparisons are made with the past.

The term ‘cure’ brings solace to the mind when it is associated with medical complications. However there are diseases that are in existence with no known cure with the only option available to the patient being to continue living with the condit

Children who develop cavities and gum disease may be more likely to develop risk factors for heart attacks and strokes decades later than kids who have good oral health, a recent study suggests.

Hand Hygiene (HH) is a practice ingrained in us from our early days. By keeping pathogens and other microorganisms at bay, its enforcement will help lessen the weight of public health threats within the nation. However in the hustle and bustle of dai

When you were born to this world, your genes had already decided on how you would start ageing, slowly deteriorate and breathe your last. Ageing is inevitable yet going through it with a positive mind-set would definitely help in ageing beautifully a

Asthma is the result of an allergy. The airways that carry air from the nostrils to the lungs are affected by the allergic condition. This results in inflammation and swelling in the inner regions of the airway tube. Consequently the cavity of the ai

World immunization week which falls on the last week of April every year is a reminder of the importance of vaccinations and the role it plays in the prevention of morbidity and mortality caused by infectious diseases. Dr. Deepa Gamage, Consultant Ep

Addiction to, overdose and abuse of painkillers are not an uncommon nor unheard of phenomenon in the current society. From heart-break to social acceptance, these practices have disturbingly found their place in society, particularly within the impre

Since the procedure was first performed to extract babies from the wombs of dead mothers’, the term ‘Cesarean Section’ has gained much recognition over the years. It’s popularity is such that a research conducted by ‘The Lancet’- a repute

Most often the society fails to see why addiction, particularly to substances, is difficult to overcome. Moreover, drug users are labelled as lacking in moral principles and willpower. Such stereotypes, instead of discouraging the habit, only discour

“Of all the self-fulfilling prophecies in our culture the assumption that ageing means decline and poor health is probably the deadliest” says Marilyn Ferguson. Everybody ages, but getting there in the right way at right time can be misinterprete

As of now we have to live in a world where all consumables, especially foods, are associated with hazardous compounds, which adversely affect our health. For example, not like during the ancient time, now we don’t have fresh and pure green harvest.

We may come across individuals who claim to have ‘loose’ or ‘double joints,’ but the condition they are actually referring to is hypermobility.

It can be stated that 60% of Sri Lankans have experienced gastritis at some point in their lives. The common age group that remains susceptible to gastritis is the active age group i.e. from the age of 18 to the age of 40. In addition, now gastritis

One in four deaths in the U.S. is due to heart disease. In Europe, that number almost doubles. Conventional doctors are largely unaware that heart disease can be reversed. But naturopathic doctors know that lifestyle and nutritional changes can bring

A healthy baby is a dream of every parent. Do you know that the foundation to give birth to a healthy baby is laid even before conception? Yes, conception can be easy, but conceiving a healthy baby is not as easy as you think because it carries sever

According to the Department of Animal Production and Health, the livestock sector of Sri Lanka recorded a 3.9% growth during 2017. Meat is one of the main sources of protein for Sri Lankan consumers, especially for children. Meats provides Vitamin A,

World Down Syndrome Day is celebrated annually on March 21; a day to remind society that, “no one will be left behind.” Segregating children and adults with down syndrome based on facial features alone is still the norm today. Denying them an equ

Tuberculosis or TB, as it’s commonly known, is one of the major health problems faced by the developing world. Nearly one third of the global population, that is around two billion people, is estimated to be infected with the bacteria which cause T

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) defines energy drinks (EDs) as “a class of products in liquid form that typically contains caffeine, with or without other added ingredients such as glucuronolactone (i.e., glucose), pantheon niacin taurine, B

It is not uncommon for us to come across people saying ‘Oh I have this cough for some time-I think its phlegm’, ‘Oh I have a bit of bleeding when I go to the toilet-I think it’s haemorrhoids’. We are very good at assuming things where small

The dairy industry is one of the most prominent industries which almost never had a decrement. Sri Lankans have this beverage when they wake up in the morning. Milk is a nutrients rich healthy drink which offers a range of health benefits such as hea

Cataract is so often ‘blindly’ referred to as a disease, one we commonly associate with the ageing population. However owing to heightened awareness and medical facilities Cataract is now hardly an alarming or disconcerting issue. Yes, while it

For the longest time, ‘Fats’ have been misconceived and given a bad reputation in terms of diet. While this may be true of some types of fats, all fats are not created equal. Some fats are better than others; some promote good health. How do we d

I frequently come across children who gain weight at an alarming rate. The parental concern about childhood obesity is not the level that we expect it to be, probably due to being unaware about its consequences. Era of Kwashiorkor and Marasmus, the s

Diabetes is a real trouble maker which can invade your life and reduce the quality of it at a rate. No wonder you are well aware of this potentially life threatening disease and complications it brings about; thanks to tons of information provided by

Not every baby who sees the light of this world is a result of a planned pregnancy. There are thousands of unplanned babies born and left neglected due to various reasons. This was because their birth was not expected at the first place. Such babies