Life & Style

B vitamins may modestly boost memory

Adults who took vitamin B12 and folic acid supplements for two years had greater improvements on short- and long-term memory tests than adults who did not take the vitamins

Want your kids to do better in school? Try exercise

Children who get more exercise also tend to o better in school, whether the exercise comes as recess, physical education classes or getting exercise on the way to school, according to an international study

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

Health

Doctors: Good nutrition '1st line of defence' against cold, flu

A healthy diet is your best defence against the germs that cause cold and flu in the winter season, say nutrition experts

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

Fashion

International Fashion Weeks in February 2012

Can you start planning to follow or visit one of February's fashion weeks? Feel great and keep in style straight from the beginning of 2012

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