• THAILAND

  A vegetarian tale

  News, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 18/10/2014

  » Vegetarian meals bring a full dose of spiritual cleansing but debate still rages over the long-term health benefits of going vegan.  

• LIFE

  Hot-season sustenance

  Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 15/04/2014

  » For many people, staying cool in the hot season means taking refuge in air-conditioned rooms or, if they have the means and the leisure, wallowing in jacuzzi pools equipped with massage jets. But when the mercury keeps going up week after week, there’s really no escaping the heat, so eating the types of food that are most suitable for this time of year can keep you feeling refreshed as well as reduce the risk of dehydration.

• LIFE

  Omega-3 and why it’s good for thee

  Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 29/04/2014

  » When it comes to choosing fish that provide the greatest health benefits, species like salmon, tuna, mackerel and sardines are widely recognised for their high content of omega-3 fatty acids. However, according to Kunchit Judprasong, an associate professor at Mahidol University’s Institute of Nutrition, other popular types of marine and freshwater fish commonly found in local markets can also contain useful levels of DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) and EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid), omega-3 fatty acids that are known to be good for both the heart and the brain.

• LIFE

  Finding a lifeline

  Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 11/02/2014

  » When US scientist and immunologist Dr Anthony Fauci decided to follow his heart, his research resulted in a medical breakthrough that has changed the cause of life of people infected with HIV. His unwavering dedication and contribution to the area of HIV/Aids over three decades has seen him awarded with the 2013 Prince Mahidol Award in the field of medicine.

• LIFE

  Plant foods for a healthier future

  Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 18/02/2014

  » There has been a change for the worse in this country in the lifestyle and dietary patterns of the majority of the population. Adherence to unhealthy eating habits — characterised by excessive consumption of diets high in fat and calories, processed foods and sweets but a lower intake of fruit and vegetables — is a factor that has made many people more susceptible to chronic diseases.

• WORLD

  Early start needed to save lives

  Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 07/01/2014

  » Cervical cancer, a condition caused by malignant cells forming in the cervix, is one of the most common forms of cancer and is responsible for a high number of fatalities worldwide each year. In this country it is the second most common cancer in women (after breast cancer) and the one that causes the most deaths among the female population: it is estimated that cervical cancer takes an average of 14 lives every single day.

• WORLD

  The milk of human ingenuity

  Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 29/10/2013

  » While cow's milk has long been prized in many parts of the world as an excellent source of protein, calcium and several other useful nutrients, a sizeable minority are unable to reap the benefits either because they have problems digesting milk and other forms of dairy produce.

• WORLD

  Move It!

  Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 05/11/2013

  » If there is one thing that we could do to improve our health and wellbeing, it is exercise. We have often been told that physical activity is good for both body and mind.

• LIFE

  Words from a kitchen guru

  Muse, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 16/11/2013

  » Thai food is unique. Each dish has its own distinctive flavours, aromas and colours. The wonder of Thai cuisine lies in its well-blended tastes that complement each other nicely. To achieve this, one needs to choose the right ingredients and to use the correct techniques and cooking method, otherwise they might end up with a simply awful meal.

• LIFE

  New Mahidol unit to focus on sensory science

  Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 10/12/2013

  » The scent of freshly baked biscuits or cakes wafting from the kitchen gives us an urge to try some. The sight of a hamburger may cause us to lovingly recall the textures and flavours of the various ingredients and make our mouths water. And first impressions can be negative, too _ the unattractive look of oyster shells and the intensely salty smell of the sea they give off may put off some people and deter them from sampling this delectable shellfish for the first time.

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