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Gulf Today
3 days ago
- Health
- Gulf Today
Good sleep, exercise vital for better health: Expert
While many are petrified to even think of ageing and some have indulged even in solving the process superficially, a medical specialist from Bangkok has offered five ways to do so. 'Good sleep. Rest is essential for health. Aim for eight hours of sleep each night. Personally, I am in bed at 10pm every day,' said Dr. Tanupol Vurunhagarun. He also said: 'Eat healthily. Obesity and excess fat are harmful. Choose nutritious food for better health. Exercise regularly. Aim for 30 minutes five days a week. Avoid harmful substances. Stay away from pollution and do not smoke. Reduce alcohol in-take. These increase the risk for cancer. Think positive. Healthy mind equals healthy body. Overthinking and stress are unhealthy. Rest more. Worry less.' Numerous times repeated by other healthcare workers and consultants as these have yet been so oftentimes ignored because it involves lifestyle change – at least in the past 10 years – Vurunhagarun stressed the importance of these tips from the recent 'Wellness Hub Thailand: The Future of Global Wellness.' The forum, hosted by the Royal Thai Consulate General in Dubai and attended by healthcare networks across the UAE, is part of the government policy to raise international awareness on the Southeast Asian monarchy, as the place to go to for the holistic approach to over-all health by way of Preventive Medicine. Interviewed ahead, government emissary Vurunhagarun, the Bangkok Dusit Medical Services chief executive officer, clarified that Preventive Medicine is synonymous to Wellness/Lifestyle Medicine. On why wellness matters – compared to those years when medical consultation was the course of action when one's health is at its severest, Vurunhagarun, replied: 'Getting sick costs too much money. Obesity is high anywhere in the world. Diabetes is everywhere. We are now in the Ageing Society. We must keep our elderly healthy. Otherwise the world would go bankrupt. The most recent pandemic also taught us to give premium to our health. Or else, we may face the worst.' Meanwhile on ageing, the United Nations, alongside other international bodies, such as the 38-country Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development, into the formulation of policies towards continuous improvements on economic and social well-being around the world, have classified the sexagenarians as the elderly: 'By the late 2070s, the 65-year-old and older are projected to reach 2.2 billion, surpassing the number of children under aged 18.' A decade by now, there would be 265 million senior citizens, with the octogenarians outnumbering infants. On his active participation in the Preventive/Wellness/Lifestyle Medicine campaign, Vurunhagarun who had opted to be in this specialisation 20 years back, as an aftermath of the demise of his grandfather due to lung cancer, when he was a medical student, said: 'Why did the family not learn of it earlier? There must have been early preventive measures.' That led him to enroll at the American Board of Anti-Ageing and Regenerative Medicine in Illinois. Moreover, he studied sexual health, weight loss, bariatric procedures, music wellness for de-stressing and mental health, nutrition specialisation for the deceleration of the ageing process, as well as meditation. Vurunhagarun, famous in Thailand as Dr. Amp, the medical social media influencer with two million followers, said that with all the non-communicable diseases continually threatening the socio-economic fabric of practically all countries worldwide, the answer is going back to wise healthy living. 'Before the pandemic, while there were people who took care of their health, many did not care. Wellness Medicine has grown tremendously after COVID19. We now have the technology. We can check everything: memory cell, how much is your deep sleep, the age of your cells, the possibility of cancer,' said Vurunhagarun, adding the health and wellness components of Thailand, namely nature and environment, cuisine, traditional medicine and massage, among others. These, as the Florida-headquartered Global Wellness Institute, the leading non-profit research and educational entity for the wellness industry, noted that as Thailand 'saw a contraction in 2020 due to the pandemic, declining by 31.6 per cent,' a 28.4 per cent rebound growth was noted between 2022 and 2023. Main instigator is wellness tourism which generated $12.34 billion in 2023. Each international medical tourism guest spends $1,735 per trip. Local medical tourist shells out $367.
The Hindu
27-05-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Royal Thai Consulate General visits Sri City
Racha Aribarg, Consul General of Royal Thai Consulate General, Chennai, visited Sri City industrial zone on Tuesday and explored ways to enhance business ties between the two nations. Accompanied by his spouse Naraphan Aribarg and consul Pinpong Chauvachata, Mr. Aribarg, who is on a two-day tour, arrived to a rousing reception by Sri City President (Operations) Satish Kamat. Highlighting the presence of Thai-based Rockworth Industries in Sri City, Bodgan George, Assistant Vice-President (Business Development) provided an overview of the integrated business city's key features, emphasising on the top-notch infrastructure, dynamic industrial environment and strategic advantages for businesses. Reacting on the visit, Sri City Founder Managing Director Ravindra Sannareddy hoped that the visit of the Consul General would inspire more Thai companies to consider India as an investment destination and described Sri City as a reflection of the country's dynamic industrial ecosystem. The Consul General toured various business zones, discussed the Sir City's planning framework, investment incentives and operational advantages. The entourage had visits planned to the manufacturing units of Rockworth, Mondelez, Blue Star and Murugappa group.
Time of India
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Thai culinary masters delight the city
The event offered a delectable journey through . Guests explored a range of dishes, from the tangy Steamed prawn with lime and chilies to the comforting , and Mango sticky rice. The unique Maho Pineapple provided a tropical twist, while the Nam Tok Mushroom and Tofu presented a flavourful option. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The refreshing Thai glass noodle salad and the fiery Chili garlic prawns further showcased the depth of Thai culinary artistry. As we savour Thai flavours, we celebrate the growing bond between Thailand and India – Siriporn Tantipanyathep, CG of the Royal Thai Consulate in Kolkata Thai cuisine blends the sweet, sour, salty, and spicy in perfect harmony. Sharing Thai flavours with the city felt rewarding- Chef Som ReplyForward Add reaction
Al Etihad
19-05-2025
- Politics
- Al Etihad
Nahyan bin Mubarak meets Chief Monk of Nah Luang Temple at Royal Thai Embassy in Abu Dhabi
19 May 2025 20:53 ABU DHABI (WAM)In a gesture that reflects the UAE's enduring commitment to tolerance, cultural openness, and interfaith dialogue, Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, met with the Venerable Phraphawanathammaphinan Seesuk, Chief Monk of Nah Luang Temple in Udon Thani Province, Thailand, during an official visit to the Royal Thai Embassy in Abu meeting was held in the presence of Sorayut Chasombat, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Thailand to the United Arab Emirates, who warmly welcomed Sheikh Nahyan, emphasising the significance of the visit as a key milestone in fostering cultural and spiritual cooperation between the two nations—particularly as they celebrate the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations this visit was part of a broader program hosted by the Thai Embassy, which welcomed a delegation of monks from Nah Luang Temple to the UAE from 15 to 22 May 2025. The visit aims to promote interfaith dialogue and to share the spiritual and cultural values embedded in the Buddhist tradition, within the framework of mutual respect and global the meeting, Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak extended a warm welcome to the Thai religious delegation, expressing deep appreciation for the strong ties between the Emirati and Thai peoples. He affirmed that such engagements with spiritual leaders from around the world are instrumental in advancing the global values of tolerance, coexistence, and peace—while building inclusive societies rooted in mutual respect and his part, the Venerable Chief Monk Phraphawanathammaphinan Seesuk expressed his sincere gratitude to Sheikh Nahyan for the gracious reception, commending the UAE's leadership for its unwavering commitment to promoting peaceful coexistence and cultural harmony. He further highlighted the importance of such cross-cultural and interreligious engagements in strengthening the foundations of global peace and understanding. The meeting concluded with a group photo session, capturing a moment of shared respect and human connection that both nations continue to foster through dialogue, cooperation, and cultural diplomacy.
Egypt Today
04-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Egypt Today
The ‘Nile Surfers' Exhibition Within the Framework of the Fourth Cairo Photo Week
Photographer Coucla Refaat is preparing to launch her photography exhibition; "Nile Surfers", within the proceedings of the fourth Cairo Photo Week, organized by Photopia, under the auspices of the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, Tourism Promotion Authority, and Ministry of Culture. The exhibition, which is held between (6-18) May at Cairo Design District (CDD), presents a documentation, through photographs, of children singing on surfboards to entertain people on the Nile in Aswan. Basically, it is an extension of Coucla's artistic project, through which she presents documentary photography of people's customs and traditions, as well as a record of human activities in traditional communities. Coucla stated, "Since ancient times, people have been interested in documenting memorable and special moments in their lives. That's what we see on temple walls and in old documents in Egypt and worldwide. Thus, photography events are so important in encouraging artists to express their visions and document events that reflect the identity of communities". Coucla added, "In my works, I focus on highlighting the peculiarity of culture in communities and capturing the expressions of people's presence in various occasions. That's what I present in the 'Nile Surfers' exhibition, including photos of Aswan children skating on the Nile and singing in a way that we may not see anywhere in the world. These photos are regarded as an opportunity to enrich cultural dialogue and create a space for humanitarian and cultural relations between peoples, so that one can learn more about each other in remarkable moments". Photopia's founder and executive director, Marwa Abu Leila, noted, "At Cairo Photo Week, we focus on presenting diversified photography trends to achieve a single goal; documenting rare and true moments that contribute to understanding different events and cultures. 'Nile Surfers' exhibition sheds light on different aspects of Aswan's cultural uniqueness and children's ability to communicate and show their excellence to others in a delightful way. Artists capture these moments and focus on sharing them with the world. That's what we seek to present at Cairo Photo Week". Coucla is keen on telling stories and documenting cultures through photography. During her career, she has captured multiple special experiences and diversified rituals in countries like India, Indonesia and Thailand. Hence, she earned the title "Ambassador of Arts in Egypt" in 2010 for her artistic and documentary project, through which she presented the cremation rituals in Bali. It was displayed at the Embassy of Indonesia in Cairo. In 2012, she published "Dance of Life", assigned by the Royal Thai Embassy in Cairo. The book documents, through photography, the journey of a young photographer in Thailand, with the aim of highlighting human relations and cultural communication between Thailand and the Middle East region. It is noteworthy that the fourth Cairo Photo Week includes over 20 individual and collective exhibitions for professional local and international photographers. They also include international institutions, such as World Press Photo, Vogue, National Geographic, and Getty Images, in 14 locations in Downtown. Furthermore, Cairo Photo Week is to host over 100 discussion sessions, workshops, and live demos, with the participation of international experts and artists, in collaboration with multiple embassies, such as the Netherlands, Italy, Spain, France, Switzerland, and Denmark, along with the British Council and the European Union.
