Health & Living

As cancer is a leading cause of death globally and the message of cancer prevention has been reasonably spread globally time and time again, it is equally important to advocate the act of turning knowledge into action. Dr Saunthary Somasundram of the National Cancer Society Malaysia (NCSM) speaks about Cancer Control: Turning Knowledge into Action.     See omnystudio.com/listener for pri...

For the Chinese New Year season, gain some insights and ideas on Chinese New Year traditional cuisine with Culinary Expert Amy Beh. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Resistance training does not refer to resisting physical training or exercise. On the contrary, it refers to applying some form of resistance to enhance the effectiveness of one's exercise program. Find out more about theories behind resistance training as Fitness Trainer Tanty Amin explains.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are dozens of detox packages and theories out there which all point at health benefits for those who adopt the practice frequently. However, Consultant Dietitian Indra Balaratnam expresses alternative concerns for detoxing and their respective justifications.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Find out about waterskiing here in Malaysia - skills and talent - as Head Coach of the Malaysian Waterski & Wakeboard Federation Phillipa Yoong speaks.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fertility issues are often wrongly assumed to be "a woman's problem", but in a quarter of cases, the difficulty lies with the man. Consultant Urologist Dr George Lee explains male fertility and in vitro fertilization. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fitness trainer Diamond Ogbiede enlightens us on the root cause of our sedentary behaviour and how to perform simple exercises anytime, anywhere for improved health. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1% of the population in Asia and the Pacific Rim suffers from kidney stones. Apart from detection and operations to heal, how can we watch our diet to ensure we avoid or heal from kidney stones? Let's find out as Consultant Urologist Dr George Lee explains.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In May 2009, Elizabeth Munro who gave birth at 66 reignited the medical and ethical debate on fertility treatment. Should there be an age limit on IVF? Consultant O&G Dr Premitha Damodaran discusses the risks and realities of IFV, especially in relation to older women.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Let's delve deeper into details about headaches that could be bothering us, their symptoms and most importantly, their remedies as Neurologist Dr Mooi Chin Leong explains. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What are the new developments that have led to increased efficiency and effectiveness in fitness routines? Why is fitness certification essential to those in the fitness line in providing others with best fitness solutions tailored to individual profiles? 3 FISAF Master Trainers - Azizah Othman, Raj Subramaniam and Tanty Amin - set out to spread fitness certification awareness.  See omnystudi...

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is a life-saving technique used in emergencies and has saved many lives thus far. What are the essential steps of CPR? Find out how to properly administer CPR and more facts as Emergency Physician Dr Navindra Nageswaran educates us.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Less than 1% of the Malaysian population have pledged to donate their organs from 2006 until September 2010. What happens once one goes through the much-anticipated operation? Find out as Consultant Urologist Dr George Lee sheds light on these realities.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Year, new goals... Discover how to stick to your fitness goals and most importantly, achieve results, as Fitness Trainer Noel Chelliah explains. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anger is everywhere, occurring everyday. Count to 10, take a deep breath, walk away or confront - these are various ways known for managing anger. How effective are they? Do they really work? What are the effects of anger on one's mental and physical health? We explore this and more as Consultant Psychiatrist Dr Daniel Zainal speaks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Alexander Tan, Consultant Endocrinologist and Senior Lecturer at the Faculty of Medicine in Universiti Malaya, gives us the rundown of Vitamin D and its importance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist Dr. Premitha Damodaran discusses some women's health and lifestyle issues that prevailed in 2010. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Consultant Urologist Dr. George Lee discusses landmark happenings concerning men's health in 2010, among other things. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dental practitioner Dr. Lau Lake Koon fills us in on current trends in the field of dentistry, which includes nanotechnology and porcelain crowns, among others. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Pravin Peraba, Senior Registrar in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, helps us better understand the infamous Combined Oral Contraceptive Pill (COCP), the birth-control pill better known as "the Pill". See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Azrai Skymmr, Chairman of the Malaysian MENSA society, discusses his pick of the 10 brain games that can help get your brain cells growing and going. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aziah Jasmin, a master image trainer with the Star Studio Image Consultancy, discusses the fashion trends to expect for 2011, for men and women. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mary Easaw, Chief Dietitian and Senior Manager of Dietetics and Food Services at the National Heart Institute in Kuala Lumpur, gives advice and tips on how to eat sensibly during Christmas, while still enjoying the good food that comes along with the season.     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Zaitun Sulaiman, a Practising Psychotherapist, Stress Management Therapist and registered Clinical Hypnotherapist, discusses some of the common problems that couples face in their marriage, and ways to counter them. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Described as the craft of arranging aquatic plants, as well as rocks, stones, cavework, or driftwood, in an aesthetically pleasing manner within an aquarium, aquascaping is in effect, gardening under water. Stan Chung, President of the Malaysian Aquascaping Club, discusses the many intricacies of aquascaping, including designs and techniques, among other things. See omnystudio.com/listener for pri...