• THAILAND

  Guiding light for Parkinson's sufferers

  News, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 25/01/2020

  » Walking sticks have helped to advance mobility and independence for countless people with physical limitations. A home-grown innovation has brought such advancement to a whole new level, specifically for sufferers of Parkinson's disease (PD).

• THAILAND

  Sorry state of HIV discrimination

  News, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 29/11/2014

  » HIV/Aids is one of the most researched diseases in the world with medical advancements adding more years to the lifespan of sufferers. However, in Thailand, laws are lacking that prevent a job seeker with the disease from being screened out by employers.

• 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.  

• WORLD

  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.

• WORLD

  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.

• 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.

• WORLD

  Introduce yourself to a real lady

  Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 18/03/2014

  » It has a similar but smaller shape to a sweet green pepper. Inside, it also has tiny, round, white seeds. When sampling this small, long, dark green pod vegetable, it’s tender and slightly sweet. Although lady’s finger, or okra, is a familiar sight in kitchens around the globe, it may be new to novice cooks. And with its texture and appearance, people sometimes feel reluctant to use it.

• 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

  Wee problems

  Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 28/01/2014

  » The call of nature was never one of Mallika's top priorities. She didn't want to get out of bed at the middle of the night when she had the urge to pass urine, so she held it in. When she was not comfortable with using a portable toilet during anti-government demonstration campaign, she also held it in. Getting stuck with work in front of her computer, she delayed going to the toilet until noon. Holding her urine simply became a habit.

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