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Kicking the butt
Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 27/05/2014
» Smoking cigarettes is addictive and quitting it can be as tough for the mind as for the body. This is especially true for Peechaow Chalernpaison, who smoked for more than 20 years.
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Back to basics
Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 08/04/2014
» Her job involves hours of continuous computer use, dealing with numbers and heaps of detail, so Sorracha Carmer is often at her desk from early in the morning to late in the afternoon. She has a swivel chair, so can twist and turn around, but is otherwise rooted to her seat, motionless for extended periods of time.
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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.
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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.
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Titillating Thai TV is a turn off
Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 01/05/2014
» I can’t remember the last time I had a good laugh while watching Thai television.
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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.
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How do you Like this selfie?
Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 13/02/2014
» When I hopped on a crowded Skytrain during evening rush hour this week, I noticed a young lady standing next to me, posing and snapping shots of herself on her smartphone. She then quickly uploaded one to a social networking site.
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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.
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Reducing running injuries
Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 04/03/2014
» Jogging has become a popular workout among urban dwellers as evidenced by the dozens of annual races in Bangkok.
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In the summertime... stay away from heat-related illnesses
Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 11/03/2014
» Schools are closed. Vacations are booked. Summer fashion is all the rage. Summertime is just around the corner.
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