Prevention

Kegel exercises can do more than prolong sex. Greater muscular control now can halt accidental leakage later. Squeeze your pelvic muscles as if you’re stopping the flow of urine in reps of 10, three times a day.

Prevention

A diet high in antioxidants can have a protective effect on long tern hearing. So eat seedy fruit like pomegranate. Better for your ears than seedy nightclubs.

Prevention

Go swimming: it strengthens joints and reduces cartilage wear. If in doubt, always see the physic.

Men put up with partially torn ligaments. But festering injuries can lead to old-age pain.

Prevention

The Australian Cancer Council found ejaculating more than five times a week in your 20s and 30s cuts the risk of prostate cancer in later life by a third. The report said masturbation is more effective than sex, so take matters in hand.

Blotchy skin is a common complaint in Asian country. What are the causes?

Cumulative sun damage causes premature aging and pigment formation, this result in sun and age spots. Some people are genetically predisposed to pigmentation like freckles, while melasma ( “the mask of pregnancy”) is due to hormonal changes. Another unique feature of Asian skin is post inflammatory hyperpigmentation in which the skin darkens after injury from, for example, too strong an acid peel. I encounter these conditions daily in my practice.

Any treatment?

Some doctor would need to assess  with their patient and discuss the possible options and outcomes. Using a good sun-block will definitely prevent worsening of the pigmentation. You can use creams — a good start although the results are slow. I usually use Photo-rejuvenation which involves an energy source either from light or laser to fragment the pigment under the skin without burning the outer skin layer. Hence, there is no reddening, pain or downtime.

Lightening of the pigment can be noticed within a week but results vary from 20%-80% depending on the individual. Consistent use of creams and sun-block will improve the final outcome. The results, though never perfect, are about as good as what medical technology can offer. That’s probably why we get many new patients by way of recommendation.

How has it affected your treatment of pigmentary disorders?

When first started aesthetic practice, treatment options were limited to just creams, chemical peels and microdermabrasion. Some lightening could be seen after a few months. Technology has improved tremendously and I have been using a combination of mild burning ablative lasers and non-burning non- ablative lasers with much better results.

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On my days off, I’d rather experiment with my styling tools than make an appointment at the salon, before heading to town for drinks with my friends.

One of my all-time favorites is Panasonic’s EH 1771, a lightweight curling iron that gives me gorgeous and healthy-looking curls in minutes. This is a must-have, especially when a last-minute appointment crops up.

With a fast heat-up time of just one minute, this curling iron is extremely convenient and fun to use. The best part is, I can take my time to style my hair in the comforts of home, and still be on time for my appointment.

The fluorine-coated iron has twin external ion outlets that release negative ions to coat each strand of hair, leaving it smooth and manageable.

Even my girlfriends who don’t usually fuss over their hair are now great fans of this versatile and convenient styling tool after they tried mine out.

With the Panasonic EH 1771, I can always look pulled together for agency casting calls and meetings with clients.

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Step 1:

Begin by pinching from tips and bottoms of each finger and thumb of both your right hand and left hand. The pressure applied to your fingers should be firm, but not painful. A few seconds for each finger tip will do. Pinch them again, but this time squeezing from side to side.

Step 2:

Vigorously rub back and forth from the base to the tip of each linger & thumb.

Step 3:

Grasp each finger & thumb at its base and pull firmly. Allow your grip to loosen slightly, graduating it from the base to the finger tip until your finger slips out of your grasp completely.

Step 4:

Using your thumb and forefinger firmly grasp the webbed area between your thumb & forefinger of your other hand. Keeping a firm hold, pull at the skin gently until the fleshy web snaps away from your grasp. Repeat this process for the webbed-between areas on all your fingers.

Step 5:

Rest the palm of your hand inside the fingers of your free hand. Use your thumb to massage the back of your hand. Slowly work on the knuckles and in between knuckle area first. Continue thumb’ massaging each area on the back of the hand.

Step 6:

At the end of your session press your thumb deeply in the centre of your palm. Take a few deep breaths. This would help to relax, clear your mind, and focus on your healing intentions.

Prevention

Your piriformis muscle controls hip rotation and is the most common cause of sciatica. Keep it loose with regular stretches: lie on your back with bent knees, Lift your right ankle over your left knee and pull into your chest.

Way 11: Aromatherapy

Essential oils affect hormone secretion and your thoughts. For inner calm, choose chamomile, pine, lavender or marjoram.

Way 12 : Green Day

Exposing yourself to a natural environment is perfect for inducing calm. No time to get out of the city? Then potter around in the garden. No garden? Then tend to your houseplants. It’s the interaction with nature that is the key.

Way 13 : Chinese Qi Gong

Related to tai chi, qi gong (“energy breathing”) is an ancient Chinese exercise, combining rhythmic breathing with gentle movements, mental focus and inner stillness. Very little physical activity is involved-meaning you need little space, time or strength to reap the benefits.

Way 14 : Tea Break

Shun the stimulus of high doses of caffeine and try a chamomile flower brew instead, believed by many herbalists to help generate inner calm.

Way 15 : Live For The Moment

Living in the present brings inner calm because it stops you from dwelling on past negatives and fearing the future. A good way of waking yourself up to the present is to change your routines. Take a different route to work so that you’ll pay attention to what’s going on

It is the most common tea served in Chinese restaurants, as a batch of leaves can be steeped up to five times — the third and fourth brews give the best flavor. Reddish- brown when brewed, it is generally stronger, more roasted and full- bodied in taste and aroma than other types of tea.

They are dried naturally before being gently bruised and roasted over charcoal. The Tie Guan Yin is one of the most well-known while the Da Hong Pao is the finest and most expensive. Oolong tea prices vary greatly. Most high-quality oolong teas are made in China’s Fujian province.

Yellow Tea

Tea drinkers who find the grassy taste of green tea too strong may prefer yellow tea instead. Milder and sweeter, with a fresh and flowery aroma, it is harvested early in the year, and has younger and smaller leaves than green tea. Tea makers briskly fry small batches with high heat before drying them between special papers, a tedious process which removes the grassy flavor. Because it is time-consuming, it is rare and expensive. Not commonly available at regular retailers, we found a yellow tea called Meng Shan Huang Ya at Tian Fu Teahouse.

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Way 6: Let There Be Light

Daylight regulates our bio-rhythm, and is responsible for our psychological equilibrium. If you spend all day in an office and finish late, you could be denying yourself calming, healing light. Get out at lunchtime, and take long walks on weekends to increase your light quota.

Way 7: Balancing Your Brain

Developing your intuition helps you achieve inner harmony by balancing the right and left sides of your brain, using it productively is essential in keeping you rooted and bringing you a sense of calm.

Make creative ideas work, follows your hunches, and actively use visualization and meditation methods —these will all help you connect with your intuitive source.

Way 8 : Herbal Tonics

Look for calming herbal formulas which contain skullcap and passionflower compounds in tincture form, which you can drink. For long-term calm, use herbal tonics with essential oils.

Way 9: Animal

Studies have suggested that over 90 per cent of cat owners find their pet a vital aid to relaxation, while interaction with a dog is known to induce a deep state of calm by slowing heart rate and lowering your blood pressure.

Way 10 : Transcendental

Practiced by five million people worldwide, the easy­-to-master technique of transcendental meditation is renowned for its inner-balancing capabilities. It calms the body, can be learned in days, and removes all stress — replacing it with clarity and a sense of perspective.

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Black Tea

Assam, Earl Grey and western style breakfast – most of the teas that we drink in cafes are single estate or blends of black tea. Infused to a clear shade of dark red, most black teas are hearty and boast the strongest flavors among all tea. As it’s fully oxidized, it can retain its flavor for several years. It also has the highest caffeine level at about 3%. The best black teas are the young shoots of each branch, with silver or golden tips.

Green Tea

Popular for antioxidant properties, the taste ranges from refreshing and mild, to grassy and full-bodies. The golden yellow brew is the most natural tea – freshly plucked leaves are dried and packed without being oxidized; it retains its green color as chlorophyll is not broken down.

It should be consumed within six months as it loses its flavor quickly. Japanese green tea is pan- or even dried. Well know ones include Sencha and Matcha from Japan, and Long Jing from China. Steep green tea uncovered as high temperature destroys the nutrients.

White Tea

More delicate than other teas in taste and aroma, white tea has a natural sweetness. Uncommon and expensive, it lightly fermented buds and leaves produce a light golden color and mildly sweet aroma and flavor when brewed. Like Green Tea, it’s not oxidized and retains much of its antioxidants. The tea leaves are streamed or fired after being air dried. The BaiHao YinZhen and white Peony are two more well known white tea varieties.