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volume 18 kdn pq/pp 1505 12383 health lifestyle cimb asia pacific classic 2010 the host venue ­ the mines resort golf club first hotels to launch organic garden the first ladies summit ­ a child today a leader tomorrow golden horses health sanctuary ­ the new centre the new website a slice of organic life conventional vs organic farming ben crane champion of the inaugural cimb asia pacific classic mosquito disease ­ dengue prevention

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from the editor s desk w life lifestyle experience ith the holidays and the year end festivities it seems natural to focus on our favourite options ­ shopping and family get together instead of heading straight to the mall for the regular malling culture and the travel agency for holiday s packages take a step back and assess the current trend and the economy what will be the best way to shop have quality family holidays without breaking the bank account and cost effective in the long run don t forget the health maintenance of the entire family too this is the best time to reward ourselves after an entire year of hardship working for ourselves and for the family time to choose the right gift now in this current issue we would like to present to you a balance read with information on myriad issues such as health matters and the western to the eastern prevention approaches to new holiday destinations and happenings take a look at the health issues currently with dengue fever reported around our neighbourhood killer diseases such as hypertension high blood pressure stroke and diabetes are on the rise perhaps the best reward is the golden horses health sanctuary health screening package for the entire family the annual checkups for you and family might just be the best gift ever we all know it ­`prevention is always better than cure once the health matters have been taken care of time to enjoy some quality family time featured here is pecanwood golf country club in hartbeespoortdam north west of johannesburg south africa the name of the dam means pass of the hartbees a species of antelope in afrikaans the hartbeespoort dam surrounded by the majesty of the magaliesberg mountain range is a popular destination for weekend getaways or day trips for those who love a closer encounter with the sea white sandy beaches and warm breeze karma resorts is the right place to choose as a member of the leading small hotels of the world karma resorts offers luxury lifestyle elegance value and creativity at the industry s highest benchmarks the resorts offer guest s private luxurious and spacious villa accommodations that come with luxurious lifestyle based environment of a world class resort karma resorts are located in jimbaran and kandara bali indonesia and koh samui in thailand here at karma resorts mediterranean snacks signature cocktails and white sands lapped by the seas all wait you on your beach vacation for golfers october was the best month as the cimb asia pacific classic 2010 the first ever pga-tour sanctioned event in southeast asia ­ was held at the mines resort golf club host venue from 28 to 31 october 2010 and what an excitement it was ben crane walked away as the champion of the inaugural cimb asia pacific classic with a polished finish of 18-under-par 266 claiming the first prize of us$1million the tournament was co-sanctioned by the pga tour asian tour and the professional golf association of malaysia pgam in its inaugural year it featured an international field of 40 players who competed for a us$6 million prize purse with the winner taking home a prize purse of us$1 million that is what life lifestyle experience are all about have a wonderful newyear to be able under all circumstances to practice five things constitutes perfect virtue these five things are gravity generosity of soul sincerity earnestness and kindness ­ confucius ch lifestyle health 1 datin juli

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golden horses health sanctuary pg 5 19 · message from chief executive officer hospitality health division · about the company ­ new centre ­ new website ­ business opportunity for members only with golden horse health sanctuary · library of life ­ biohusk­the essence of health ­ new fruit juices for members ­ few basic natural beauty care tips to look beautiful every day ­ the world s healthiest foods ­ a slice of organic life ­ dengue and dengue haemorrhagic fever ­ digital meridian system ­ common eye problems and diseases ­ knowing your health better · ghhs­wellness ­ ayurvedic massage therapies ­ the health principles of footbath palace vacation club resort listing 2011 pg 20 mines news events pg 21 33 · tourism ministry unveils malaysia in a box for the cmb asia pacific classic malaysia · the host enue ­ cmb asia pacific classic the mnes resort golf club · first hotels n klang alley to launch organic gardens · ghhs malaysian open 2010 · the first ladies summit­a child today a leader tomorrow · to mom with love · zumba your way to health at mines wellness hotel infocus asia pg34 · singapore exploration contents publisher golden horse palace berhad edtoral publcatons offce m4­m5 ground floor malaysia nternational exhibition convention centre mecc jalan dulang the mnes resort city 43300 seri kembangan selangor darul ehsan malaysia tel 603-8941 1888 fax 603-8945 3320 35 39 41 borneo highlands resort pg36 pecanwood golf country club south africa pg40 pvc new affiliation resorts pg42 45 · ana mandara illas dalat ietnam · ana mandara illas hue resort spa ietnam · karma samui koh samui thailand · karma kandara bali thailand · karma jimbaran bali thailand editor-in-chief datin juli azmi managing editor ricky yip editorial assistant kelene how tan siew mei penny ong ara arguil agnes geh art director nelson lee graphic designer susane pang palace vacation club pg46 63 · member s testimonial · compliment letters from members · do s dont s · pc successful bookings ratio 2010 · pc members reservation 2005­2010 · pc resort occupancy 2009­2010 · medical exchange report 2006­2010 · rc exchange fee · pc liaison committee members 2010/2011 · message from the chairman · columbia asia hospital special rate on ecg stress test for members · gleneagles ntan medical centre privilege room rates for members · scam alert ­ mportant caution for all pc members · acation experiences form · resort survey form · member get member programme · member s privileges ­ member s promotion ­ special promotion on health product golden horses health sanctuary members privileges pg64 · 2011 rejoining gifts cg print sdn bhd no.7 lorong thambi dua off jln changkat dollah pudu 55100 kuala lumpur 65 ch health lifestyle 2

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message from chief executive officer mines wellness cit y malaysia s first wellness city landmark the mines is the pioneer of health and tourism industry dear fans members and guests f irst of all i would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone again for your continuous belief in our efforts and values to create a better lifestyle for all your enthusiasm and support in our wellness and health projects over these years have encouraged our team to strive towards the creation of the ultimate sanctuary for the wellness of the people we serve thus the birth of mines wellness city this health­driven project mines wellness city will be a transformation from the current mines resort city our existing integrated resort city already encompasses a wide range of facilities and services these include our award-winning hotels shopping center world class golf course entertainment sports amenities business centers international exhibition halls service apartments an international school luxury residential project and more with this health-oriented transformation we will be embarking on various wellness projects within this existing establishments some new facilities that will be introduced in the mines wellness city are expansion of our health screening center recuperation center preventive clinic complimentary therapy centers wellness retail and other exciting upgrades the drive and vision behind this wellness city is in line with country heights core motto of ever searching for better living this city is an embodiment of our corporate philosophy and will become our platform to propagate the importance of preventive healthcare and a balanced lifestyle towards building healthy communities this city will be a stepping-stone in fulfilling our vision of bettering lives more wholesomely total wellness the meaning of total wellness goes much deeper than what our health report card numbers say true wellness includes the health of our state of minds here our team believes that the definition of wellness malaysia s first wellness city is achieving the balance of three aspects in our lives­ wellness of self wellness of humanity and wellness of environment.our concept of wellness is formed upon the belief that the body the mind and the spirit form an integrated whole and that an individual is deeply connected to the environment community and world the ying and yang are two complementary and contradictory forces in our universe and to achieve the highest state of wellbeing these two forces should be balanced both these forces cannot exist without each other or stand alone the theory asserts that our physical body is closely related to its physiological functions the activity yang of our body is nourished by its physical form ying and the physical form is created and maintained by the body s activity they rely on each other to achieve a balanced state of health similarly our relationships to our external environment community and world should be balanced to attain true wellness we all know what to build a country you have to first build your home means note that it home is used instead of house but in order for us to build our homes we first have to build our bodies in order to build our bodies we have to tame our hearts the universal truth here that we advocate is that we cannot be healthy unless we have healthy minds in other words having the right state of mind is crucial to the beginning of creating a good lifestyle that will bring a good life with that we hope to emphasize the importance of cultivating the wellness of humanity which in its simplest act is the action of saying hi in acknowledgement of a stranger here in our wellness city we believe that smiling and acts of kindness are highly contagious and crucial in the balance of the three aspects above we invite you to come join us in our search for a better living mines wellness city was officially announced by dato sri haji mohd najib bin tun haji abdul razak prime minister of malaysia on 11th january 2011 the expansion of the city is part of the government s economic transformation plan etp which is spearheaded by pemandu performance management and delivery unit under the prime minister s department the development of mines wellness city will lead and contribute to increased economic activity create job opportunities and improve gni nestled around a 150-acre lake in kuala lumpur and only 15 minutes away from the kl city center mines wellness city is envisioned to be your one-stop destination for all local and traveling health enthusiasts who seek to enhance their health in a holistic environment if you would like to find out more about our exciting services please visit us at the golden horses health sanctuary ch health lifestyle 4

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message from chief executive officer dianna lee chief executive officer hospitality health division ch health lifestyle 5

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golden horses health sanctuary ­ about the company new centre g olden horses health sanctuary health screening is a one-stop multi-million ringgit state-of-the-art health screening centre staffed with fully qualified medical personnel health screenings are done effortlessly with the fully committed team focused on your well being and remain strictly according to your medical needs the only health screening centre in a resort environment health screening package at bone ultrasound blood cholesterol blood pressure body mass index bmi blood sugar body fat assessment eye pressure test rm68 worth rm200 terms conditions apply ch health lifestyle 6

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golden horses health sanctuary ­ about the company new website ical e med nlin ers able o b memt avail or rep golden horses health sanctuary golden horses health sanctuary is dedicated to assist people in achieving the best of health through providing the right understanding and practice of preventive health measures through our holistic health approach one s physical health will not be the only priority their mind and soul are equally as important in the aspects of health screening health education health supplement and wellness programme health screening golden horses health sanctuary health screening is malaysia s first dedicated and most exclusive preventive health screening centre in a resort setting providing comfortable ambience and personal services to ensure members enjoy a total wellness experience focusing on one-stop-comprehensive preventive healthcare approaches the centres are equipped with state-ofthe-art-pro-active screening facilities including the multi-slice ct scanning technology pure juice bars health connection and various health programmes to manage members health status · tcm traditional chinese medicine · ayurvedic therapeutic and relaxation massages · wellness spa medispa we recognise that health is a positive vitality not absence of disease at golden horses health sanctuary medispa ­ we not only provide you with a solution to look and feel good knowing that you are under the care of experienced specialists but we also take you through your secondary level of care to achieve a state of total wellness we offer services such as · aesthetic clinic · anti-ageing regenerative centre · gastro clinic · health connection specialist bioherbs golden horses health sanctuary bioherbs the research and development that goes into our health products conform to internationally accepted empirical standards to validate our products safety efficacy quality and consumer value we retail the latest in premium quality supplements and health-related equipment library of life golden horses health sanctuary library of life annals of preventive health knowledge to provide members with materials and vast resources on preventive health care from medically established authorities and research institutes it also conducts regular health talks and publishes its own books and manuscripts and produces cds on preventive health measures to compile vital information in a user-friendly and easy-to-read-fashion wellness golden horses health sanctuary wellness provides the ultimate getaway for members seeking detoxification spa and tui-na massage therapies for total rejuvenation and revitalisation we offer services such as ch health lifestyle 7

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golden horses health sanctuary ­ about the company members testimonial ch health lifestyle 8

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golden horses health sanctuary ­ about the company greetings health enthusiasts business opportunit y for members only with golden horses health sanc tuary congratulations in taking a great step towards good health by being one of our members in golden horses health sanctuary ghhs we believe that prevention is always better than cure therefore we hold a mission to assist humanity in achieving the best of health through the key of prevention and early detection through proactive health screening and wellness programs ever striving towards our vision to be the world s dedicated preventive healthcare provider with unique features and holistic approach ghhs is constantly growing our facilities technologies and services these new additions do not only allow us to better serve you as our member while adding value to your membership it allows us to have more space for new members our recent growth under ghhs health screening centre · · · · · · new services of traditional indian ayurveda therapies in mines wellness hotel under ghhs bio herb health product members at discounted rate herbal footbath herbal tea organic toiletries health supplements health accessories with all the new growth that holds one mission ­ to make our members healthier we are excited to invite you to try it all out moreover we would like to share all these wellness programs with everybody as the saying goes good things are meant to be shared we would like to offer this business opportunity first hand to all our existing members as a show of our appreciation to your kind support the business model can start off as an individual agent and subsequently grow to a group we will be providing sufficient support to the appointed agents or agencies to ensure the success of the business some of the things include onsite and field visits comprehensive training marketing tools sales support and sales administration we thank you for taking the time to read this letter and to consider being a part of golden horses health sanctuary to learn more about golden horses health sanctuary s services head on over to www.ghhs.com.my for further inquiries please call ms vivian hoh at 03-89411888 ext 243 230 1695 or email her at bizop@ghhs.com.my wishing you a healthy day yours sincerely ricky yip chief sales officer hospitality health division · · · expansion of 30,000 sqft of state of the art health screening facility in palace of the golden horses additional screening services o anti-aging profile o sport medicine profile o pre marital test o hormone test new preventive health clinic specialist clinic o gastro liver clinic o heart clinic o eye care clinic o metabolic syndrome obesity clinic o dietetic clinic o skin cosmetology clinic o longevity age management clinic new service menu in our traditional chinese medicine therapies under ghhs wellness centre · background of golden horses health sanctuary golden horses health sanctuary located at mines resort city selangor is a one stop preventive healthcare destination offering primary prevention as well as health products set in a resort environment the healthcare centre provides a comfortable ambience coupled with personalized services from professional personnel we are committed to create a healthy community that practices a lifestyle of health and sustainability our vision is to assist people in achieving the best of health through prevention and early detection as we believe in prevention is always better than cure through a combination of eastern western health approaches golden horses health sanctuary caters to all types of health related issues for a comprehensive health screening that uses the latest state of the art technology golden horses health sanctuary health screening located at palace of the golden horses provides individuals with the option of having screenings in a more relaxed environment this centre has screened over 50,000 individuals to date the newly renovated 40,000 square feet centre is home to specialists who focus on preventive medicine we also have a traditional chinese medicine and holistic wellness centre golden horses health sanctuary-wellness located at mines wellness hotel the very elegant and spacious centre comprising of 17,000 square feet promotes ancient chinese practices such as acupuncture pulse reading meridian screening reflexology and chiropractic to name a few herbal health prescriptions are also available for those who seek alternative treatment currently we have 20,000 members mainly residing in klang valley in line with our expansion plan for 2011 we are targeting to grow up to 100,000 members throughout the country within 5 years we are looking forward to welcome you as part of our team member please logon to our website www.ghhs.com.my to learn more about golden horses health sanctuary s services join us in making good health and longevity a reality a reality of a lifestyle of health and sustainability ch health lifestyle 9

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golden horses health sanctuary ­ library of life biohusk ­ the essence of earth about biohusk biohusk contains · psyllium husk 30 · dragon fruit fibre 20 · fructo-oligosaccharide 10 · probiotics 5 6 billion cfu/g · apple pectin 3 · mix fruit flavor 32 10 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 benefits of biohusk reduce cholesterol regulate blood sugar level weight loss and obesity constipation remedy diarrhea remedy maintain gut health prevent cancer improve lactose intolerance enhance immune system improve allergy 53 rich in natural fibre contains gut-friendly bacteria probiotics are live microorganisms that are similar to beneficial microorganisms found in the human gut probiotics maintain intestinal health boost immune system lower cholesterol and prevent cancer psyllium also referred to as ispaghula or isabgol is derived from the husks of plantago ovata seed a plant native to india and iran it contains a high level of soluble dietary fibre 0.7g soluble fibre in 1g of psyllium husk and has been studied as a cholesterol lowering agent psyllium husk for high cholesterol the fda has approved a health claim on psyllium 3g to 12g soluble fibre from psyllium seed husk when included as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol may reduce total cholesterol and ldl levels ch health lifestyle 10

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golden horses health sanctuary ­ lbrary of life new fruit juices for members all members are entitled to fruit juices when they are doing their health screening at golden horses health sanctuary ­ health screening new fruit juice recipes will be introduced to members from time to time to enhance their health status celery wonder celery has been associated with lowering of blood pressure it works by relaxing smooth muscles in the vessel walls causing them to dilate and allow blood to flow more easily its phytochemical coumarins prevent the development of colon and stomach cancer pectin in green apples is soluble fiber pectin operates by binding with bile acids thereby decreasing cholesterol and fat absorption ingredient celery green apple orange 1 teaspoon lemon to taste · reduce cholesterol · reduce blood pressure · prevent cancer therapeutic series · boost immune system · combat flu and colds · improve general well being immune booster series red alert apple has significant concentration of polyphenols that protects from diseases associated with ageing due to antioxidant effects apples reduce risks of cancer heart diseases and helps control cholesterol carrots contain an excellent source of antioxidant compounds carotenes that help protect against cardiovascular disease and cancer and also promote good vision especially night vision vitamin c that found in both apples and carrots helps to improve immune system and combat flu and colds ingredient red apple carrot 1 teaspoon lemon to taste twikii kiwi kiwi is good for the respiratory system flavonoids in kiwi protect cells from oxidation and prevent dna mutation kiwi protects against macular degeneration and prevents cardiovascular diseases and cancer kiwi also helps to absorb iron and prevent anemia ingredient kiwi red apple orange 1 teaspoon lemon to taste · reduce body stress · rejuvenate and revitalize body · prevent cell oxidation de-stress and relax series · detoxify body · prevent constipation · anti-inflammation body detox series everest forest cucumbers are best natural diuretics which help in body detoxification and hydrolyze body fat studies have linked the consumption of apples with reduced risk of some cancers cardiovascular disease asthma and diabetes apples consumption positively associated with increased lung function and increases weight loss ingredient cucumber green apple 1 teaspoon lemon to taste ch health lifestyle 11

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golden horses health sanctuary ­ library of life few basic natural beauty care tips to look beautiful every day · to have a trouble free skin you have to check your diet cut the fat content and increase the intake of fibers carbohydrates proteins all the vitamins and calcium · drinking water is very important you lose 4 litres of water daily so to make up to it consume at least two litres of water daily · avoid eating in-between meals except fruits and salad · do a lot of exercises like jogging skipping cycling for at least four times a week for 40 minutes · clean and tone your skin regularly followed by applying moisturiser · for your makeup go for a light application and make sure you remove it with cleansing milk before going to sleep · if you have pimple or blackheads do not prick them · for more inner glow smile and meditate a lot · you must have proper sleep of about 8-10 hours a day · quit smoking and drinking for a better and healthier you ch health lifestyle 12

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golden horses health sanctuary ­ lbrary of life the world s healthiest foods foods for your healthiest way of eating vegetables · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · asparagus avocados beets bell peppers broccoli brussels sprouts cabbage carrots cauliflower celery collard greens cucumbers eggplant fennel garlic green beans green peas kale leeks mushrooms crimini mushrooms shiitake mustard greens olives onions potatoes romaine lettuce sea vegetables spinach squash summer squash winter sweet potatoes swiss chard tomatoes turnip greens yams fruits · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · apples apricots bananas blueberries cantaloupe cranberries figs grapefruit grapes kiwifruit lemon/limes oranges papaya pears pineapple plums prunes raisins raspberries strawberries watermelon grains · · · · · · · · · · barley brown rice buckwheat corn millet oats quinoa rye spelt whole wheat beans legumes · black beans · dried peas · garbanzo beans chickpeas · kidney beans · lentils · lima beans · miso · navy beans · pinto beans · soybeans · tempeh · tofu nuts seeds · · · · · · · · · almonds cashews flaxseeds olive oil extra virgin peanuts pumpkin seeds sesame seeds sunflower seeds walnuts poultry lean meats · · · · · · beef lean organic calf s liver chicken lamb turkey venison natural sweeteners · · · · blackstrap molasses cane juice honey maple syrup eggs low-fat dairy · · · · · cheese low-fat eggs milk 2 cow s milk goat yogurt ch health lifestyle 13

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