Food articles that feature 'Health'

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If you wear a bra to bed, pay attention

I received a forwarded e-mail about a study that links breast cancer with prolonged wearing of bra. My antennae went up immediately. But since I'm not in the habit of re-forwarding … (more...)

Does it make sense to have hot soup on a hot summer day?

Does it make sense to have hot soup on a hot summer day?

There's this anecdote about a little boy who asked his grandmother why she drank hot coffee even on very hot days and she countered by asking the boy why he liked to eat ice cream … (more...)

Summer and sun allergy

Last Thursday's column. Many Caucasians look forward to the summer as though it were Christmas. After cold and dreary winters, they get excited over the thought of sunny beaches … (more...)

Bishops are not kings

Bishops are not kings

In a predominantly Catholic country, it takes guts to go around flower shops and give away free condoms on Valentine's Day – even if it's part of a campaign of the Department … (more...)

Adding insult to injury

Less than a month ago, Alex was diagnosed with scoliosis. If you're a parent, you'll understand what I mean when I say that I felt the world crumbling under my feet. She's 16, … (more...)

Depression and suicide

Depression and suicide

The death of Marie Osmond's 18-year-old son is shocking. Some are itching to point a finger and place the blame somewhere. Anywhere. As though they are privy to all the facts. … (more...)

How about some microwaved French fries?

There's a video on YouTube where an American bought several kinds of McDonald's sandwiches, McDonald's fries, a burger and fries from a regular restaurant, placed each food item … (more...)

Flood-related diseases and infections

Flood-related diseases and infections

If you've visited an evacuation center, you'll know how huge sanitation problems are. There are not enough toilet facilities and, because most evacuation centers are public elementary … (more...)

What does your doctor say?

What does your doctor say?

UPDATE on June 24, 2009 @ 9.50 p.m. For those who have been asking about coffee alamid, please read My Civet Coffee Experience. And here's a photo of the palm civet (alamid). Last … (more...)

Footwear is a serious issue, I tell you

Footwear is a serious issue, I tell you

A couple of weeks ago, I noticed a lump on my right ankle and Speedy brought me to the doctor a few days later. An x-ray was taken and, pending a reading of the x-ray, on Facebook … (more...)

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