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Do you downward dog or do you dance to Bollywood songs in your living room? Our health and lifestyle section won’t just talk about fun ways to stay fit; we’ll also look at the latest research news and opinions on some of the biggest diseases out there that are hitting South Asians including some personal stories of survival. Here you’ll also find sound information on the latest alternative therapy trends and approaches for a healthy lifestyle for both you and your family as well as ways to pamper yourself and tips to live better.

Cultural Barriers to Autism Treatment

By Anjum Choudhry Nayyar Study Shows Treatment and Diagnosis Barriers Faced By South Asian Parents Autism is a developmental disorder that appears in the first three years of life, and affects the brain’s normal development of social and communication skills.   Experts estimate that in 1 in 150 people in

Have Baby? Will Travel!

By Natasha DeSouza The idea of jet setting with the baby came from my retiree mother who thought well, since we all have the time, why not. It did not take much convincing on my part, I was all over it. My first thought – traveling with a baby will

Get a ‘Natural Fix’ for Hay Fever

By Anjum Choudhry Nayyar Have you been struggling to win your battle against hay fever this summer? Well, you’re not alone. This year, experts are forecasting a particularly rough hay fever season thanks to the combination of warm, dry weather, strong breezes, and air pollution. More than five million Canadians