On the 1st – 2nd of October, 2016, Bali will become the host to Tough Mudder, a world-renowned endurance event that is the ultimate test of strength, stamina, teamwork and mental grit. The Island of the Gods is the chosen destination for Tough Mudder’s debut in Asia since its founding in 2010. Taking place in

We consider ourselves healthy when we are able go to work every day, take time to exercise and then spend time with family and friends. However there is an increasing number of us who are suffering from physical aches and pains in the neck, back and other joints of the body that infringe on our

Three years ago, I was writing about the reality of being fat in a slim world. Many people seemed to be moved by it and I was glad to share the fact that sometimes fat is just a fact of life. Time has passed since then and so has me being fat. I still dress

To commemorate September as the National Children Cancer Awareness Month in the United States, this edition’s article will focus on the issue of cancer in children and how it affects our lives as humans. INDONESIA AND CANCER As one of the deadliest diseases in the world, cancer has so far been a “final verdict” for

In a quest for eternal beauty, the brand new skincare products from Australia, Gaylia Kristensen has thankfully arrived to help both men and women stay young naturally. Inspired by her own personal experience of having bad skin once returning to her homeland after spending a quarter of a century in Europe for work, the self-established

Diabetes is a health condition where the amount of glucose or blood sugar is higher than the normal standard. This happens because the pancreas doesn’t produce enough insulin to help glucose enter the body’s cells, or in other cases, the insulin doesn’t work properly. Based on recently released data by the World Health Organization, one

Many people eager to lose weight are willing to undergo strict diets to achieve their goal. However, these diets often prove ineffective. Prima Dapoer offers to get your body in shape and healthy by providing healthy yet tasty local Indonesian meals. One of Prima Dapoer’s clients, Neneng Sri Mursita (29), has been chubby ever since

MRCCC Siloam Hospitals Semanggi is Indonesia’s first and largest private comprehensive cancer centre. Since opening its doors in 2011, it has grown to become one of Indonesia’s leading hospitals providing high quality healthcare for all patients. NOW! Jakarta met one of its most prominent oncologist surgeons, dr. Alban Dien,SpB (K) Onk to gain a deeper

World Kidney Day falls on every second Thursday in March. It’s a globally recognised day to raise awareness about the vital roles of our kidneys and to reduce the frequency and impact of kidney disease. In line with this campaign, we have summed up several important points you need to know about the organ and

May is Skin Cancer Month in the United States. Although we live thousands of miles away, learning more about the dangers of skin cancer is very important, especially since we live in a tropical country that is blessed with plenty of sunlight throughout the day. Skin cancer is an abnormal growth of skin cells which

Situated amidst 23 acres of tropical gardens is the contemporary new building of Klub & Spa Borobudur, the latest offering from Hotel Borobudur Jakarta. The opening of Klub & Spa Borobudur Dominated by glass and set over four floors, the interiors are clean and modern, encompassing everything a health conscious Jakartan could dream of. There

French skin care giants, L’Oréal Paris, recently launched their new anti-ageing product to the Jakarta market. L’Oréal Paris Revitalift Filler [HA] has ten times higher the normal concentrate of the currently trending Hyaluronic Acid which helps to keep the skin hydrated. Experts say that regular use of the serum and cream is an effective solution