Category: Health
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Turmeric Shows Promise in Combating Diabetes and Obesity
Turmeric, of the ginger family, is grown in many parts of the Caribbean. Turmeric, an Asian spice found in many curries, has a long history Continue reading
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Survey Reveals Women with Post-menopausal Osteoporosis Fear Stoop and Shrinking in Height
Women with postmenopausal osteoporosis are concerned about developing a stoop (commonly known as curvature of the spine or hyperkyphosis) and shrinking in height but accept Continue reading
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Fighting and Preventing Malaria is Everyone’s War
This year marks the first in observing World Malaria Day (April 25). The initiative, formerly known as Africa Malaria Day from 2001-2007, was designed to Continue reading
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How to be an Effective Cancer Warrior*
People who have had to battle with cancer usually refer to themselves as either cancer survivors or cancer fighters. The two terms have vastly different Continue reading
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Flaxseed Oil Anyone?
Most of us have heard of linseed oil. The name conjures up memories of old fashioned hardware stores chocked full of every kind of household Continue reading
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Your Cancer May Be as Particular as Your Finger Print – Not Quite
An October 2007 edition of Time mag, carried an extensive feature on breast cancers. It clarifies the need for Caribbean women and men to be aware Continue reading