Archive for July, 2008

30 Jul

Mitral Valve Disorder

There is about 5 to 10 percent of the people in the world are suffering mitral valve disorder. Basically, mitral valve in a one way valve which only allow the blood flow from the lungs into the left ventricle, but strictly prevent the blood from flowing back to the lungs.
However, the mitral valve will “leak” […]

28 Jul

Eat Beef

 
Do you eat beef? Frankly, I quite like beef. It taste great! However, due to religious restriction, I don’t take beef since many years back.
Basically, beef is rich in:
1) Iron. It is one of the most important dietary source of iron. 3 oz serving of beef = 3 cups of raw spinach.
2) Zinc. 3 oz […]

26 Jul

Nice Swim Wear

My girl finally fall asleep. I feel good now. At least I am in the right mood to share with you one of the stylish designer swimwear that I spotted online now.

I really don’t know why I am so into black now. But, this is absolutely something simple and nice. Should I buy this? Or […]

25 Jul

Antibiotics

My little princess is very sick today. 40 degree high fever in the afternoon. Mummy have no choice but to send her to the paediatrician. One Diclofenac Sodium was pushed into her rectum immediate she reached the hospital.
Doctor said her tonsil is inflamed. She needs antibiotics. Oh! I always try to avoid antibiotics if possible. […]

25 Jul

Herbalife

I am sure I have one thing in common with all of my friends here. We just have to admit that we are typical health freaks, aren’t we? Hahaha……
Health freaks are certainly very health conscious. We are crazy about health info. We might be way too update about any latest health news than a nurse […]

24 Jul

Importance of Zinc

Basically, Zinc is not a major nutrient for our body system. Thus, I don’t even make myself clear about the actual function of zinc in our body system.
Now, I learned that Zinc plays a vital role in:
1) growth and development,
2) maintaining the body’s immune system,
3) wound healing,
4) taste perception and,

5) appetite control
Besides, […]

24 Jul

Fit Flops

I have white snicker and white heels now. And, I wear my comfy white snicker most of the time when I am out. I used to have a black sandals. But, it was no longer in good condition. So, I gave it to my maid. Then, she threw it away about 2 months ago as […]

23 Jul

Ionizer or Air Filter

Due to hygienic purpose, many households are using air sterilizer now. As our technology getting more advance, we don’t even have to buy an air filter or ionizer separately as they are mostly included in our air conditioning system now.
However, I personally feel we should not depend on the air filter or ionizer installed in […]

22 Jul

Defibrillator Lead Recall

Defibrillator is used to regulate heartbeat. This device can immediately deliver an electronic shock to reset the abnormal heart rhythm to a normal beat once it sense the abnormality.
However, Medtronic Inc. has removed its Sprint Fidelis Defibrillation Leads from the market after five patient deaths have been linked to the devices.

I think this is […]

22 Jul

About Fish Ball

Do you like fish balls so much like my little girl?  I heard most babies like fish balls. And, little Elizabeth really like it so much. Thus, I have no choice but to keep cooking fish balls for her.
In fact, Sodium Borate or Borex which is easily absorbed and accumulates in our body was added […]

17 Jul

Vaginal Infection

Commonly, it’s time for us to see the doctor if there is unusual discharge, along with itchiness and soreness around the vaginal area. As these are the symptoms of common vaginal infection.
The symptoms also include:

pain when passing urine
unpleasant fishy smell from the discharge
abdominal pains
pain during sex
bleeding after sex
redness, swelling, lumps, blisters, or […]

17 Jul

Fantastic Sanitary Napkin

I use LOVEMOON ANION Sanitary Napkin. My close friend introduced it to me last year. It’s high absorbency showed in the demonstration really impressed me. So, I bought one whole box. There is 8 packs of night use ( 8 pieces each), and about 10 packs of day use (10 pieces each) and 5 […]

13 Jul

The truth about Vinegar

Many has claimed that vinegar is good for health. I believe it can help to improve our general health in many ways too. However, I used to mix one teaspoon of honey and one teaspoon of apple cider with a cup of warm water and drink it every morning. Somehow, I don’t feel any […]

13 Jul

Vinegar

As I visited my MIL yesterday, we discussed about health food again.
This time she told me that she is consuming vinegar. And, she encouraged me to take it every morning like her. Just one teaspoon and mix with a cup of water.
Basically, vinegar should be good for our digestive system. And, it can […]

11 Jul

My Organic Molasses

I accidentally found the Blackstrap Molasses in the fridge. It’s an Organic Molasses that I bought last year. I bought it because of the sales rep strong recommendation. She said it’s good to take after delivery as Molasses is a natural red blood cells builder. And, one tablespoon of Molasses actually gives us calcium as […]

11 Jul

Nice Balck Blouse

I realized there are men and women in black nowadays, especially the younger ones. I wondered why? Bill and my maid gives me a good reason. Wear black can portray a slimmer image. Oh… now I know why. Hahaha…
I prefer colorful fashion. Somehow, I realized I am so into black this year. All of the […]

10 Jul

Sporty Match

Hubby likes sporty look. Thus, sometimes I do thought of buying Nike or Reebok blouses. Somehow, I never really took them into the fitting room before as I stood in front of them. I always buy ELLE’s sports wear though. May be I felt it’s price is more reasonable. hehe…
Do you have any favorite Sports […]

10 Jul

Moisturizers can reduce Breakouts

Do you know that a good moisturizer might help to reduce the tiny whiteheads or blackheads on dry skin? I have dry skin. But, there is always some tiny breakouts on my face. According to my own experience, more pimples will pops up if I stop applying moisturizer on my face.
However, use only oil free […]

10 Jul

Exercise Bike

I guess I started to interested in exercise. However, I really got no time to go to the gym at the moment. Baby Elizabeth is so clingy. Luckily I have OTO massager and OTO Flabelos at home.
But, I like cycling since young. Hubby did mentioned about buying bicycle, so that we can ride together during […]

10 Jul

“Empty Calorie”

When I first read about the term “empty calorie”, I thought it describs the food that has 0 calorie. But, that’s sugar! I thought I’ve learned that sugar is high in calories? I did scratched my head at that moment.
I made a big mistake. Everyone made mistakes, right? And, almost everyone of us […]

09 Jul

Casual Red Blouse

Recently is so hot. Weather you realized it or not, our emotion will change according to weather. As for me, I feel kind of bored and sleepy in these hot days. In this case, I think I should wear some bright clothes. Wearing clothes with bright colors will always make me feel more energetic. […]

09 Jul

Unique Comb

I just came back from Guardian. I went out to buy Hair Shampoo and Shower gel for my brother and my hubby. Hubby likes to use Feather’s Hair shampoo. He said this shampoo has soften his hair without irritating his scalp. I like to buy Feather for him too, as its price is reasonable and […]

07 Jul

Be realistic

Obesity is certainly not good for health. But, don’t simply go on diet. This can be harmful to our health too. Generally, improper diet can easily cause nutrition deficiency. Even if it’s not that serious, the person who always avoid their hunger mostly will end up getting gastric problem.
Also, we can try all means to […]

06 Jul

Malaysia Carnival Sales

As most things are quite expensive recently, obviously many are trying so hard to save as much as they could. Thus, you are encourage to shop for clothes, shoes, bags and so on during carnival sales. All over Malaysia is having great sales now. So, if you are looking for discounted shoes, clothes and bags […]

05 Jul

Take Fish Oil

Yesterday, I really had no time to soak in the oat bath.
Now, it’s summer season. Even though we don’t have four seasons in Malaysia, but summer time is always warmer. Luckily there is rain in Penang almost everyday. In this case, the weather is more comfortable.
Anyway, the weather is certainly getting warmer from […]

04 Jul

Off White Dress

Another piece of dress. It’s my favorite color — white again. Actually it’s off white, beige in color. Nice cutting and beautiful design. And, I only pay RM 29 for it. Absolutely cheap and nice.
In fact, I bought it from the same Siamese stall that I mentioned to you 2 days ago. But, the other […]

04 Jul

soothing Oat Bath

After came back from traveling, I miss massage so much! Traveling is always fun but tiring. But, I really had a great time traveling together with my little princess. Thus, even though it’s tiring, I am still thinking of the Orlando vacations as there are great deals now and it’s just another place that […]

04 Jul

Relief Joint Pain

I post the question of weather we should trust the health supplements yesterday, because of many elderly that seems strong in their old age do not believe in health supplements. However, when we have health problems, certain health supplements actually act like a medication to cure our condition.

For example, I am trying out the “Move […]

03 Jul

Miss Sixties

Few days ago, It’s my first time wearing this shoes.

I matched it with this dress.

Nice! But, I thought I will certainly look perfect and so “in”, if I even have a bob hair style. Don’t you think so? Then, I will become a typical “Miss Sixties”. Sometimes, there is so much fun to follow the […]

03 Jul

Do we really need supplements

Recently, I have came across many elderly who seems very healthy compared to others from their age group. As a health conscious individual, I can never forget to ask which supplements are they taking?
Strangely, almost every of them give me the same answer. No. The answer is they don’t take any supplement to maintain their […]

03 Jul

No more Purified water

As the Malaysian society become more educated, many individuals are very health conscious now. And, many started to buy various type of water filters and drink purified water as we learn that drinking unfiltered tap water could be hazardous to our health because of things like parasites, chlorine, fluoride and dioxins.
However, we can always […]

03 Jul

Cheap but Fine

Finally, I am back form KL. Anyone curious about what I have bought from KL? Oh! I did go shopping. But, empty handed back. So disappointing, aye?
Frankly, this is usual. As most of the shopping malls in KL are always too crowded. Hence, it hard to slowly search for what I like. LOL! I still […]