STORIES: health
The intense preparations leading up to the carrying of the kavadi results in an altered state of consciousness that helps decrease pain, infection and bleeding in the devotee.

The vel kavadi bearers – mind over matter

MALAYSIANA Why do vel kavadi bearers feel no pain while being pierced by sharp skewers or hooks?
dance aerobic programme

Dance with an attitude

ACTIVITIES Burn off some calories, throw away your inhibitions and get jiggy with it in a new dance workout called DNA.
Ayurveda

Detox detour

ACTIVITIES A general well-being consultation became a New Year resolution, leaving our writer hooked on the Asian Food Channel — and 6kg lighter.
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