The Anti-cancer Diet

The adage 'You are what you eat' is right on the button when it comes to the chances of contracting cancer in all of its noxious forms. Living up to this adage is easy if you follow a diet that will actually fight this disease.

Cancer crusaders

The humble turnip has been scientifically proven a major player in the battle against cancer in almost every conceivable form, as regular consumption of this well known, though not always well loved, root vegetable reduces the risk of a person developing the malady. In addition, it has the inherent capacity to kill literally up to 20% of existing live cancer cells.

Chaos in Copenhagen: A Call for Change

The Copenhagen conference witnessed extensive protests, many leading to violence and arrests. The cry of the protesters was against the persistent inaction by politicians across the globe, especially those from the developed and industrialized nations, responsible for a majority of the greenhouse emissions that is causing major shifts in climate patterns and wrecking lives of those in poor and disadvantaged countries.

Margalla in coma

All national parks in Pakistan are unhealthy and sick including the Maragalla National Park. In spite of being at a stone's throw from the secretariat where policy makers, expert foresters, fauna, flora wizards hold their offices issuing ordinances and directives on projects that make or mar the future of the country, yet it continues to be exploited aggressively for years.

A tropical touch

Pakistan's diverse climate and equally diverse soil conditions allows, in one place or another, the cultivation of a reasonable range of 'exotic' fruits. Some of these are indigenous, others introduced many years ago and still others that arrived more recently and, if the truth be told, are still arriving in the luggage of intrepid travelers with a love of unusual plants.

Disasters: mitigating, building, responding with resilience

Recently, a devastating disaster sequence of typhoons, earthquakes and tsunamis hit nations across South Asia and South Pacific, pointing towards the urgent need towards building disaster resilient communities, as part of any effective disaster management plan. Mitigation strategies, early response and detection are essential if heavy losses from such calamities are to be avoided.

Combating marine debris at Karachi Harbor

Marine debris, also known as marine litter, is an anthropogenic waste that has intentionally or accidentally thrown and which start spreading in a creeks, estauries, sea or ocean. Oceanic debris tends to accumulate at the centre of gyres and on coastline commonly washing aground, and known as beach litter. Intentionally or deliberate throwing of wastes at sea is called ocean dumping.

The Vitamin Enriched Carrot

Easy to pack and flavorful, the crunchy texture and sweet taste of carrots is popular among both adults and children. It has a thick, fleshy, deeply colored root, which grows underground, and feathery green leaves that emerge above ground. Carrots belong to the Umbelliferae family along with parsnips, fennel caraway, cumin and dill which all have the umbrella-like flower clusters that characterize this family of plants.

Finding the balance in exercise

Excessive exercise can lead to injuries and harmful impacts on your well-being. A balance, guided by knowing when a wellness activity is leading to physical harm must be kept.

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