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  Kefir: The Probiotic PowerhouseKefir – translated from Turkish it means “good feelings”, probably referring to the amazing effects it has on the body when consumed. What is kefir exactly? Well, it is a drink that is usually made from cow, goat or sheep milk. It becomes this weird looking fermentation – which to no surprise, is great for your health. It can be a little intimidating or strange to someone who is new to kefir. Why? It’s because it tastes like tangy sour milk, or cream. Fermentation is occurred by adding kefir powder or grains, which contain armies of yeasts and...

  Controlling My Weight – Possible or Impossible? After putting in so much hard work in losing weight, you wouldn’t want those numbers to rise and go back up on that scale. Even though gaining weight back is inevitable, it’s not a cause for worry. Long-term weight maintenance is definitely possible as long as you follow the steps that we will talk about later on. It may seem hard to believe. Everyone who you’ve ever gotten advice from to lose or maintain your weight – the media, healthcare providers, from friends or people in your life who tell you that if you...

  What Makes My Bones Happy and Healthy? What are bones?They are a living and constantly growing tissue. Bones are made up of mainly two things: Collagen – A protein that provides a soft framework.Calcium – A mineral that provides strength and hardness.  The two combined makes bone structure strong and flexible enough to hold up under pressure. Our bones have plenty of roles in the body – it provides structure, protects our soft organs, anchors muscles, and stores calcium. It is important to build strong bones during your childhood and pre-teen years, however, you can still take the necessary...

 Boosting Your Immune System Is As Easy As 1, 2, 3 What does your immune system do when it comes across a virus?Your immune system is composed of various types of cells and molecules, like antibodies. The innate immune system is the body’s first line of defence against bacteria, viruses, infections and other forms of illnesses.  Every cell in your body is prepared and ready to make antiviral molecules when they come across an unknown intruder. Professor Pellegrini, a professor at Walter+Eliza Institute of Medical Research, talks about how cells in your body will be ready to make their own innate...

Having a Constipated Bloated Belly Isn’t Fun At All   All the time you’ll hear your female (and even some male) friends complain about their stomachs being bloated whenever they feel full from eating a big meal. But for several people, this problem actually correlates to a more chronic underlying condition, such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), which affects about 24% of women and 30% of men.  Linda Lee, M.D., an Associate Professor of Medicine at Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare, talks about how bloating is caused and how you can prevent yourself from discomfort. What is stomach bloating? It is a...