Health & Fitness
Egypt sends 38 cyclists to Global Biking Initiative
April 27, 2011
Egypt sends 38 cyclists to Global Biking Initiative
Biking is a relatively new phenomenon in Egyptian society. Nevertheless, it’s on the rise -- Egyptians increasingly bike their way…
Q&A with Dr Bassiouny: How to beat seasonal flu
April 6, 2011
Q&A with Dr Bassiouny: How to beat seasonal flu
Seasonal flu is a widespread global phenomenon, usually associated with the cold winter months. However, in Egypt, a number of…
Preventing head lice in children
April 4, 2011
Preventing head lice in children
Contrary to popular belief, lice and nits are not directly signs of bad hygiene or lower social class. Sahar Mohamed,…
Postpartum blues: Awareness and treatment
March 31, 2011
Postpartum blues: Awareness and treatment
Maha had just given birth to her first baby. A few weeks had passed and she started withdrawing from society.…
Women’s problem areas:The tummy
January 23, 2011
Women’s problem areas:The tummy
This is the third and most interesting chapter of our healthy guide handling ladies’ problematic areas. We talked about the…
Women’s problem areas: Hips, thighs and glutes
January 16, 2011
Women’s problem areas: Hips, thighs and glutes
Last week, we started our journey understanding the trinity of problem areas that prevent many women from having a firm…
Women’s problem areas: The essentials of arm toning
January 9, 2011
Women’s problem areas: The essentials of arm toning
Most women who work out have one, two or all of three goals in mind: toned arms, flat tummy and…
New Year fitness resolutions
January 2, 2011
New Year fitness resolutions
As you come to the realization that 2010 is in the past, and that you need to refer to events…
Year Ender: Egypt’s health issues in 2010
January 1, 2011
Year Ender: Egypt’s health issues in 2010
Poor hygiene, crowding and bad nutritional habits were primary causes for the common illnesses seen throughout Egypt in 2010.The most…
Four tips for boosting your morning energy
December 26, 2010
Four tips for boosting your morning energy
Party season provides numerous opportunities to gather with friends, stay out late and eat good food. The question is, though,…