Health Today Malaysia - July 2017

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We have lots of good reads in this month’s issue. A gardening expert talks about ‘foodscape’ gardening. A boot camp instructor tells us what happens during those grueling sessions. A paediatrician and nutrition expert shares about the medical, psychological and emotional consequences when children are obese. We also look at a number of mental health issues, including an update on antidepressants, a true story from a patient with schizophrenia, and the perspectives of a counselor of sexually abused children. Grab your copy of HealthToday now and enjoy these articles.

What's The Deal With Tocotrienols?

When it comes to vitamin E, tocopherols used to hog all the limelight. Now, we are starting to uncover the benefits of the other group of vitamin E: tocotrienols.

2 mins

Logan's Claws, Jackman's Paws

The mean slicin’ n’ dicin’ regenerating beast has become an icon to many. His adamantium claws are a symbol of sheer ferocity, brutality and badassery. Yet, how many of us know who the Wolverine is when his weapons are sheathed, while his paws are playful and he’s wearing the mask of Hugh Jackman? Let’s take a look at the man behind the wild animal when the cameras stop rolling.

8 mins

From Silence To Healing

Vanitha Chandrasegaram shares with HealthToday her experience and insight in counseling sexually abused children.

7 mins

One Step Closer To Happiness

What do you think of anti-depression medications? For some people, they are useful, while others view them as a possible cause of addiction or a sign of weakness.So who’s right? Consultant psychiatrist Assoc Prof Dr Amer Siddiq offers more insight into medicine-based treatment of depression, to help us sort out the facts from conjectures.

3 mins

When Bigger Is Not Better

You probably know by now that Malaysia is the most obese country in Asia. Even our children are affected. A leading expert on paediatrics and nutrition, Dr Nataniel Viuniski, was in Kuala Lumpur to talk about childhood obesity and its consequences.

6 mins

From Empty Arms To Motherhood

Women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) often have a hard time conceiving naturally.  Motherhood is not an impossible dream for them, however, as there are ways to help them conceive.

5 mins

Clean Up Your Toys!

If your kids give you a hard time when you try to get them to put their toys away after playtime, here are some tips to help you get your way.

2 mins

Raising Your Introvert/Extrovert Child

Your little boy is always excited to meet his friends and eagerly plays with them, while your girl is quiet and prefers keeping her face in a book. No, it’s not their gender; it’s their personality traits that make them behave the way they do. How does a parent handle the different personality types and bring out the best in their children?

5 mins

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