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June 16, 2014
Hippocrates: Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food
In the words of Hippocrates: "Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food." These are the words that nutritionists and dietitians live by; as such professionals head into their biennial conference, they endeavor to promote good nutrition, health and wellness as a means to fight against the growing epidemic of chronic non-communicable diseases in The Bahamas.
"We believe in people understandi...
March 11, 2014
The salt overload
The majority of Bahamians eat more sodium (salt) than is recommended for a healthy diet, and too much sodium increases a person's risk for high blood pressure which often leads to heart disease and stroke according...
June 21, 2013
Brutha Magazine Celebrates Dads on their Summer Issue!
Brutha Magazine has announced the launch of their Summer 2013 Issue #6 this Friday June 21st 2013,which features three Bruthas who share what they love about being a dad.
Priding itself on being the only magazine dedicated to men in the Caribbean, Brutha will also feature the 2013 Campari Caribbean Girl, Bahama Beauty Tomasina Culmer; entertainer Judah Tha Lion and local businessman Damalus Cu...
May 14, 2013
Kidney and liver diseases
Kidney disease refers to any condition that damages the organs and results in impaired kidney function. Normally, the kidney works as an organic filtering system that screens waste products from the blood stream and excretes them into the urine. Kidneys also regulate the body's fluid composition and the nutrient content of the blood and produce hormones that control red blood cell production and b...
March 16, 2020
Ministry of Education COVID-19 PRESS RELEASE
On Wednesday 11th March, 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the Coronavirus (COVID-19) a global pandemic. This means that the chance of this virus coming to our shores is significant. However, THERE IS NO NEED TO PANIC. Rather, we should remain calm, think rationally and follow the advice offered by the appropriate health authorities, such as the Ministry of Health (MOH), WHO, t...
March 28, 2013
Julien Believe Covers Brutha Magazine's Anniversary Issue!
Nassau, Bahamas (March 2013) - Brutha Magazine has announced the launch of their Spring 2013 Issue #5 this Thursday March 28th 2013, which features Bahamian Sensation & Musical Icon, Julien Believe.
Priding itself on being the only magazine dedicated to men in the Caribbean, Brutha will also feature the 2012 Mr. Tourism United Nations, Keeshan Sands; charismatic Bahamian comedians Noo Generash...
March 04, 2013
Police Advice on Suicides
Suicide is a serious public health problem that can have lasting harmful effects on individuals, families, and communities. Therefore due to the recent increase of this act within our nation, the Royal Bahamas Police Force recognises that Effective Prevention strategies are needed to promote...
December 29, 2012
Bahamian image consultant, Kedar Clarke featured in Brutha Magazine
Nassau, Bahamas - Brutha Magazine has announced the launch of their Winter 2012 Issue #4, which features Bahamian image consultant and fashion pioneer, Kedar Clarke as he talks on passion, faith and happiness.
September 15, 2011
Checking up on the Male Parishioner's Prostate
Cancer is a disease that does not respect one's station in life or wealth and it can strike anyone at any time. It strikes in many forms -- bladder, brain, breast, cervical, colon, esophageal, kidney, liver, ovarian, pancreatic, bone, testicular, thyreoid, uterine - and if caught early enough the afflicted can live long healthy lives. One of those cancers -- prostate -- has been a major cause o...
May 24, 2011
What goes in must come out
Everyone is looking for ways to improve their health and well-being — whether it is following the advice of the latest exercise guru or visiting a nutritionist to monitor eating habits on a weekly basis. While many people are focusd on the external health and appearance of their bodies some wellness experts say what you take out of your body is just is as important as what you put into it. It is...