Give a low-income pregnant woman intensive care and support and make sure she gets proper nutrition - and her baby will be healthier at birth with a lower probability of developmental problems. That's the aim of Healthy Start, a federally funded program with 100 projects across the country, including one in Baltimore.
Read more about the interesting program HERE
Intensive care for healthier babies
Heart disease in women
Contrary to popular belief, heart disease occurs equally among men and women, albeit at an older age in women.
In 2005, statistics from the Health Ministry indicated that 22.5% of women died of cardiovascular disease, and this is an increase of 135% compared with 1990.
An average of more than 16 women per minute die of cardiovascular disease worldwide
“Most men and women still think that it is a man’s disease,” states Datuk Dr Khoo Kah Lin, Malaysian Medical Association president and Yayasan Jantung Malaysia director.
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Food chemical 'may boost memory'
A chemical found in chocolate, tea, grapes and blueberries can improve the memory of mice, research suggests.
The Salk Institute study could lead to further tests to see if epicatechin also works on humans.
The study, published in the Journal of Neuroscience, suggests it improves blood flow in the brain - especially in combination with extra exercise.
However, nutritionists warn chocolate is high in fat and sugar, which may undo any potential benefits.
This is not the first study to find a link between 'flavanol' chemicals in certain foods and health benefits - other studies claim that cardiovascular health can be improved by including them in the diet.
Treat For Diet Concious People!
Yea, it is treat like news for diet conscious people around the world.
Now you can have concentrated and tasty / yummy foods like ice creams without affecting your sleek waistline.
Now you can have concentrated and tasty / yummy foods like ice creams without affecting your sleek waistline.
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