Life & Style

Yoga helps breast cancer survivors curb fatigue

One third of breast cancer survivors experience fatigue that can affect their quality of life, but study finds that doing yoga might help restore some lost vitality

WHO: Bird flu research raises safety questions

The World Health Organization is warning that dangerous scientific information could fall into the wrong hands

Where to have your New Year's Eve party to kick off 2012 in style in Cairo!

Got the last-minute itch to send in the new year? Ahram Online provides a listing of parties and phone numbers for you to start planning 2012

Red meat lovers have more kidney cancer

People who eat lots of red meat may have a higher risk of some types of kidney cancer, suggests a large U.S. study

Breast implants need lifetime of care: experts

The Internet and women's magazines are filled with enticing adverts for breast implant surgery, but experts and regulators have varying views on how long they last and possible risks

High lead exposure linked to hearing loss in youth

Teens exposed to higher-than-normal levels of lead are more likely to have trouble hearing

Antidepressant, talk therapy fail to beat placebo

Neither antidepressants nor "talk therapy" were able to outperform inactive placebo pills in a new clinical trial on depression treatment

New Antress Fashion Group goes international

A new conglomerate will open a flagship for their raging hit store, Manila Grace, and then has plans to expand to Asia and the Middle East

Health

Imagining realistic resolutions for a fit New Year

Have you already begun to fret over that looming New Year's resolution to shape up? Visualising and setting specific goals is the key to success

Want a pet cat? Think again, researchers say

Tempted by the playful antics of that adorable kitten in the pet shop? If you've never had a cat before you may want to think again, especially if you have allergies, researchers warn

Before you put on those stiletto heels, think of the price you’ll pay!

High heels are known for their negative effects on bones, so for the fashion-savvy that hanker for their heels this season, Ahram Online gets advice on how to balance style and health

Smoking in Egypt: know the facts, dispel the myths

In Egypt despite the staggering economy and deteriorating health standards and intense pollution, smoking is on the rise. Understanding what is at stake could help kick the habit

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Brush those teeth for fewer heart problems: study

Regular visits to the dentist for tooth cleanings may provide more than just a brighter smile

And the beat goes on: there is life after multiple sclerosis

Life is still life, even after being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, says a modern day wonder woman and a doctor who lists MS treatment to Ahram Online

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Food

Gastronomy in Egypt... what do the chefs think?

Ahram Online interviews three international chefs in Cairo to see what they think of gastronomy in Egypt and where they like to eat

Two new Indian restaurants in Cairo

To truly feel you are in a new and impressive ambiance and just to try something new, both recently opened restaurants will do the trick

Fashion

Crossover for winter and 'contaminations' for spring fashion

Dolce & Gabbana start a revolutionary trend, injecting or 'contaminating' food into fashion, while women's winter fashion sees injections of sexy masculinity

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