In a world where we're living surrounded by plastic containers, plastic bottles and all other manner of PVC items, we need to be mindful of the effect that phthalates could be having on our health. A common plasticiser, used to make plastic moldable, it is something that leaches into our food and then our bodies, and there are increasing links being found with relation to obesity and the endocrine system. 

Professor Dr. Mustafa Ali Mohamed shines a light on the issues surrounding phthalates.

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A little understood condition, Asperger's Syndrome is sometimes viewed just as social awkwardness or a disorder, without taking into account the positive aspects of it, or the fact that it goes far beyong awkwardness.

Rica Talon of the National Autism Society, illuminates the issues and details surrounding the condition.

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With the myriad of options available in the market, and conflicting advice on how much sunscreen is actually helpful, it can be a confusing world to navigate. Thankfully, Dr. Mohamed Siddique helps us out with his two cents worth on which sunscreens (or sunblocks) would be right and why it's important to prevent sun damage.

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Consultant neurologist Dr. Yong Fee Mann discusses a little understood but oft-diagnosed illness, myasthenia gravis, identifying symptoms and times when immediate attention is required.

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Every month, women around the world struggle with mood swings, lethargy and cravings for all that is unhealthy. While we can't prevent PMS from happening, there are ways and means of lessening its symptoms, some of which start from our diet and what we eat. Consultant dietitian Indra Balaratnam, lists the foods that harm and the foods that help. 

As a sneak peek, we can tell you that she gives the green light to chocolates!

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Is it going to be the usual suspects of Nadal, Federer, Djokovic and Murray this year, or will there be some surprises? What about up and coming youngsters? Vijay Amritraj shares some of his predictions as well as his experiences of being a professional player.

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In our daily lives, we're exposed to a multitude of chemicals, some of which are potentially hazardous to our health.

Biologist Dr. Tim Wood, a Ph.D in Biological Sciences from Yale University, gives the low-down on dietary supplements, discussing whether it's either a necessity or quick fix to staying healthy.

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A brutal and efficient fighting form, Krav Maga was created with the intention of bringing down an opponent in the quickest way. Mike Yap, Malaysia's first certified Krav Maga instructor, explains the principles and philosophies behind this form of self-defence.

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Chiam Kah Boon, meditation practitioner and stockbroker discusses meditation and how it changed his life and the effect it can have on the life of others.

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Heart failure may be a scary sounding term, but is actually a manageable condition with both surgical and medical options. Dr. Betty Teh, consultant cardiologist, weighs in on the subject.

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