HEALTH

As flu season approaches, many families in Trinidad and Tobago turn to traditional foods, herbs, and home remedies that have supported health for generations. While modern medicine remains essential for severe symptoms, boosting your immune system through diet can provide a strong defence. From soursop to sorrel, the islands offer …

Preeclampsia is a pregnancy-specific condition characterised by high blood pressure and protein in the urine, typically occurring after the 20th week of gestation. While the exact cause of preeclampsia remains elusive, researchers believe it arises from a combination of factors related to the placenta, the organ that nourishes the developing …

Menopause, a natural biological process marking the end of a woman’s reproductive years, is often accompanied by a range of symptoms that can significantly impact quality of life. While hormone replacement therapy (HRT) has long been a cornerstone of treatment, the landscape of menopause management is rapidly evolving. New research …

By Federico N Fernández With just 100 days until the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control’s 11th Conference of the Parties (COP11) convenes in Geneva, Caribbean nations face a defining moment. While the Secretariat pushes a familiar narrative of prohibition and restriction, Trinidad and Tobago’s Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar has …

Stress is an unavoidable part of modern life, a ubiquitous presence that touches everyone, regardless of age, profession, or background. While a certain level of stress can be a motivator, pushing us to achieve and adapt, chronic, unmanaged stress is a silent assailant, eroding our health, relationships, and overall quality …

The rise of screens in education The global shift towards digital learning has made laptops, tablets and smartphones essential tools in every student’s academic life. In Trinidad and Tobago and across the world, schools are now more reliant than ever on screen-based platforms for lesson delivery, assignments, group work and …

Spicy food has long been surrounded by folklore and claims of miraculous health benefits, including the prevention and even treatment of cancer. In recent years, scientists have examined these claims more closely, focusing on the active compounds found in various types of pepper, especially capsaicin, curcumin from turmeric, and piperine …

The global obesity divide Obesity has become a global public health concern, but its impact varies drastically from country to country. The most striking example is the contrast between Japan and Western nations like the United States and the United Kingdom. Japan maintains an adult obesity rate of roughly 4%, …

In an age defined by social media virality, instant fame, and the illusion of limitless self-reinvention, the concept of the Faustian bargain has never been more relevant. Originating from German legend and popularised by Goethe’s Faust, the term describes a pact in which one trades their soul or something equally …

Adding walking or running to your daily routine is one of the simplest and most effective ways to extend your lifespan and improve your overall quality of life. Backed by decades of medical research and supported by global health institutions, this low-impact activity reduces the risk of chronic diseases, boosts …