Violence against women (part 2) - Blame it on patriarchy
Many of us, men and women, have completely internalised this system that prescribes behaviour, thoughts and feelings along the lines of gender and nothing else.It allocates relationships of power, control and subordination based on gender. Of course, once the term 'patriarchy'...
Bad, bad beady
During drug awareness month, we focus on the various intoxicating drugs and their impact on the Jamaican society. Addictive substances consumed here run the gamut of alcohol, tobacco to ganja and cocaine. Research demonstrates that drug use and abuse are indicators...
The gift of yoga
The word yoga is of Sanskrit origin and means union of mind, body and spirit.In the West, the word is usually associated with the physical aspects of yoga known as asanas. I had a recent interview with a budding yogini, Nadine McNeil, who lives and works in South East Asia...
Stretch before you exercise
It is important to follow a regular and progressive programme of stretching exercises when engaging in weightlifting activities.Persons who are serious about improving their flexibility, appearance, athletic performance and health should stretch for at least 10-12 minutes...
The Cholesterol Connection
The fatty substance, cholesterol, is produced by the liver to carry out major important functions in the body. These functions include membrane construction and making steroid for hormone production. When the levels of cholesterol in the blood are too low or too high your disease...
Red wine protects against food-borne germs
It has been long asserted that the moderate consumption of red wine is beneficial in the fight against heart attack and stroke. Recently, a study by researchers from the University of Missouri in Columbia indicated that red wine might also protect humans from common food-borne...
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