“Think Pink” - Breast Cancer Awareness Month - What Causes Breast Cancer?

Wednesday, October 1, 2014

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month which began in 1985 in an effort to increase concern for breast health issues and spread the importance of early cancer detection.

Breast cancer is one of the leading causes of death among women, second only to skin cancer. Therefore, it is important to educate women on the risk factors and causes of breast cancer, as well as possible preventative measures and annual mammography screening for women over 40. 

Early detection is the key to survive breast cancer. Women in the high risk group must go for breast screening tests after 30 years of age.

 

See how to detect and prevent Cancer in our latest Issue

 

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New Diabetes Reality Show "Reversed Caribbean" Set to Launch In Jamaica

Monday, September 9, 2013

Charles Mattocks, Jamaican by heritage, is a film-maker and international healthcare advocate. He is the American Diabetes Association Spokesperson and International Diabetes Federation Blue Ribbon Champion. Mattocks, a victim of type 2 diabetes, said in three years, using control, with diet and exercise reversed his condition.

Mattocks is on the island he loves dearly to help all willing Jamaicans to take back their lives from the villain called diabetes. He revealed his latest thrust to Rasmanga, host of Nature’s Table, a production of the Shiftaurant on BESS FM Radio on Saturday September 8, 2013.

On Friday, he sat with Dr Tony Vendryes in the Power 106 FM Studio to share his story with the listeners of An Ounce of Prevention. The handsome Herbalife weight loss doctor and complimentary & alternative medical specialist was recruited by Mattocks to play the role of himself on “Reversed Caribbean”.

The master of creative content, Mattocks has designed the ultimate Diabetes Reality show called “Reversed Caribbean,” wherein 8 persons from within the Caribbean with diabetes will reverse their condition with a 2-week period. The production will take place on the north coast within a wellness resort setting conducive to lifelong transformative change.

The Reversed Caribbean team extends special thanks to Executive Chef Revian of Jewels Dunn’s River Beach Resort & Spa for his hospitality in hosting the Celebrity Chef during the interview with Rasmanga.

The selection process & audition is soon to begin and will be announced in the media. For more information, call 876-275-3169 or send an email

 

 

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Beauty: Natural Remedies for Acne

Saturday, September 7, 2013

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Herbal remedies are considered to be of great help in treating acne or pimples, one of the most common skin conditions that affect both men and women, especially in the teenage years.  Some of the herbal remedies that have been suggested for acne include a blend of sandalwood powder and rose water, paste made from turmeric powder and fresh milk, tea tree oil, apple cider vinegar, aloe vera gel, paste of honey and cinnamon powder and oatmeal face mask. Applying the pulp of fresh garlic cloves or garlic juice is also believed to be effective to cure this annoying skin problem.

Tinctures made from detoxifying herbs like dandelion root and burdock root are found to be beneficial in dealing with acne, pimples. There are many other herbs, such as red lover, aloe vera, echinacea, goldenseal, and witch hazel that can be used to treat acne. Although both over-the-counter and prescription medications are available for the treatment of acne, a lot of people prefer to use natural or herbal remedies to get rid of this skin problem The main advantages of using herbal remedies for acne is that most of them are simple, inexpensive, and do not have any major side effects.

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Saint Lucia to Host Annual Health & Wellness Retreat: “Elevate Yourself": - November 1-3, 2013

Friday, May 3, 2013

From November 1 – 3, 2013, the idyllic setting of Saint Lucia is once again host to a roster of renowned health, fitness and wellness experts during the third Annual Health & Wellness Retreat: “Elevate Yourself.”

Noted experts include Cat Cora, the only female Iron Chef winner, and Gabrielle Bernstein, featured on Oprah’s Super Soul Sunday as a next generation thought leader, who join premier yoga practitioner John Schumacher and Dr. John Douillard, a leading natural health and Ayurveda teacher, along with island-based experts in exercise, weight loss and Tai Chi.

During the three-day retreat this group of experts will provide nutritional, wellness, health, relaxation and beauty advice, tips and hands-on experiences through beachside clinics, healthy cooking demonstrations, wellness seminars and sunrise mediations.

Priced at US $595 per person, the weekend includes daily spa treatments, classes, receptions and transportation from select hotels. A day rate of $200 per person is also available, and a number of the island’s top hotels are offering discounted rates starting at $75 per night. For hotel rates, a complete schedule and more information, visit www.stlucianow.com/hw.

“Saint Lucia has a reputation as a tranquil, rejuvenating and even spiritual destination, with a number of resorts widely recognized for their world-class spa and wellness programs,” said Louis Lewis, Director of Tourism for the Saint Lucia Tourist Board. “Our reputation as a sporting destination is growing as well, and the Health & Wellness Retreat the first weekend of November is the beginning of a month-long focus on Saint Lucia as an active vacation leader.”

Rounding out Health & Wellness month, Saint Lucia will host its first international triathlon, November 22 – 23, challenging participants to swim, bike and run picturesque Pigeon Island. Triathlon organizer Human Race is the largest and most diverse mass participation events company in the United Kingdom hosting over 55 events each year. Human Race Director John Lunt organized the amazing Olympic Triathlon at London 2012. For more information on the Saint Lucia Triathlon, visit www.tristlucia.com.

 Retreat to “Lift the Senses”

With time built-in for relaxation and island exploration, the Health & Wellness Retreat will take place in locales across Saint Lucia, from Pigeon Island National Park near the capital of Castries to the natural mud baths of Sulphur Springs in the southwestern town of Soufriere, near the UNESCO World Heritage Pitons.

The diverse program will be led by renowned experts in the wellness field including:

• Cat Cora, known for being the first and only female iron chef on Food Network's "Iron Chef America" and best-selling author, will lead healthy cooking demonstrations and host the seminar entitled “Elevating your Living.”

• Gabrielle Bernstein, New York Times bestselling author of “May Cause Miracles,” motivational speaker, life coach, and founder of HerFuture.com, a social networking and mentoring website for women, will lead seminars on ‘Living a Miraculous Life’ as well as morning meditation.

• John Schumacher, founder and director of Unity Woods Yoga Center and one of only 13 certified advanced lyengar yoga teachers in the U.S., will lead daily yoga sessions on the basic postures and breathing exercises that energize and center the body.

• Dr. John Douillard D.C., physician, writer, professor and chiropractor specializing in sports medicine, will lead seminars on Ayurvedic, a holistic system of medicine originating in India aiming to provide guidance on achieving healthy lifestyles.

• Dani Devaux, creator of Blood, Sweat and Tears fitness program, will lead multiple sunset beach boot camps based on her high intensity interval training program, designed for all fitness levels.

Each day retreat guests will find a choice of seminars, activities such as guided Rain Forest hikes, beachside Tai Chi and Yoga, and healthy cooking demonstrations led by the experts, as well as the opportunity to indulge in the natural therapeutic benefits of Soufriere’s mineral and mud baths.

 

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The health Benefits of Honey and Cinnamon

Tuesday, April 9, 2013

Folk wisdom still retains knowledge of the healing properties of both honey and cinnamon. Honey and cinnamon are still used as medicine in many situations, especially among people who, because of distance or income, have reduced access to mainstream health care.

Honey possesses natural anti-bacterial properties. Honey poured on wounds or burns prevents infection and promotes healing. Regular consumption of honey and cinnamon together, when combined with an overall healthy diet and moderate activity level, can prevent heart disease by clearing clogged arteries.

Drinking honey and cinnamon in lukewarm water results in them moving through the bladder and cleansing it, as well as clearing infections there. Drinking this beverage on a regular basis can also relieve, and in some cases entirely cure, arthritis pain.

This drink also strengthens the immune system, helping ward off colds as well as some viruses. Applying a paste of honey and cinnamon to infected gums can ease pain and bleeding as well as slow the progression of the infection.

When consumed together, honey and cinnamon can ease digestion, helping to prevent gas. Honey and cinnamon also provide energy, making people more mentally alert and ready for physical activity.

Source: NaturalNews

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