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What is Endometriosis and how do you know if you have it?

It’s Endometriosis Month and we should all be aware that Endometriosis is a condition in which tissue similar to the lining inside the uterus, called the endometrium, migrates and grows outside of the uterus.

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Cause

There is no known cause of Endometriosis, but it is highly likely that certain genes predispose women to develop the disease.

Symptoms of Endometriosis

Women may experience various pains, especially during menstruation, where it may be severe, but there are a variety of methods and treatments that can help to reduce the pain.

Excessive bleeding and infertility are other known symptoms.

How is Endometriosis Diagnosed?

The test to definitively diagnose Endometriosis is Laparoscopy. Laparoscopy is an operation performed in the abdomen or pelvis through small incisions with the aid of a camera. The laparoscope aids diagnosis or therapeutic interventions.

Diagnosis can also be made based on one’s clinical history.

Consult your Gynaecologist if you think you may have Endometriosis.

***Source of Information***

Contemporary Medical Affiliates (CMA) Jamaica

Medical Center

Location: 1C Braemar Ave., Kgn. 5. Ja.

Ph: 876-616-8132-3

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @cmajamaica

By: Gabrielle Burgess

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Wing Sauce Competition and Farmer’s Market this Saturday in Mona!

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There are so many things happening this weekend! Not to worry though, if you schedule your time well, you can make it to all of the events.

Non-profit organization, New Kingston Rotaract Club (Youth arm of Rotary) is having their annual Wing Sauce Competition this Saturday, March 24th by the Mona Dam. However, this time they are also having a Farmer’s Market encouraging us to eat healthy and buy our local produce, while contributing to charity at the same time. It’s a win-win for everyone.

Judging and sampling usually takes place at about 2:30/3:00pm. Suga will be judging too!

So, after returning from the Jamaica Coffee Festival in Newcastle, you can make your way over to the Mona Dam. You can enjoy watching non-profit organizations battle to become the Wing Sauce Champs, probably sample a few tasty wings, buy some fresh, local produce and then head over to the National Stadium to see our Boys and Girls Champs. After all, the hot races are usually run in the late afternoon and evening.

You can then pat yourselves on the back for supporting Brand Jamaica, contributing to Charity and supporting our future in Education and Athletics all in one day. Scouts from some of the best colleges around the world will be at the National Stadium to watch and recruit our athletes.

Keep up with the New Kingston Rotaract Club by following them on Instagram @nkrcjamaica and if you are between the ages of 18-30, see how you can join them!

Stay tuned for your update on the Jamaica Coffee Festival later this week!

By: Gabrielle Burgess

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TGIF to these Lamb Chops from Steak House on the Verandah!

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Lamb Chops in Mint Gastrique from Steak House on the Verandah

Salivating Lamb Chops in Mint Gastrique from Steak House on the Verandah!

What’s Gastrique? A sweet-and-sour sauce, where sugar or sometimes honey is caramelized and combined with the same portion of vinegar, ultimately making a slightly thickened syrup after it’s reduced.

Go get those Lamb chops and have a great weekend!

Steak House on the Verandah

***Reservations Recommended***

Location: Devon House

Ph: 876-616-8833

Facebook: @steakhouseja

Instagram: @thesteakhouseja

Opening Hours:

Mon. to Thurs. @ 12 noon – 9:30 pm

Fri. & Sat. @ 12 noon – 10:30 pm

***Closed on Sundays*** 

By: Gabrielle Burgess

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The Community of Standpipe and Students of New Providence Primary get Free Dentals, Health Checks and more for a Day!

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The University of Technology Jamaica, Department of Community Service and Development in association with the Rotary Club of Liguanea Plains hosted Papine Wellness Fest 2018 for members of the Standpipe Community last Thursday, March 1st at the New Providence Primary School.

Members of the Rotaract Club of Liguanea Plains and other volunteers also assisted with the Wellness Fest.

The students of New Providence Primary and other members of the Community were not only offered FREE Admission, but FREE Dental care, Medical and Eye examinations, Diabetes and Blood Pressure checks, as well as NIS, RGD and TRN Services.

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Students of New Providence Primary receiving Free Dentals last Thursday, March 1, 2018 at their School in Standpipe during Papine Wellness Fest 2018.

Keep up with The Rotary Club of Liguanea Plains, Rotaract Club of Liguanea Plaims and New Providence Primary School on Instagram @rclp7020, @rclpja and @newprovidenceprimary respectively.

By: Gabrielle Burgess

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Get on the Bike with Pedal and Wheel Ja this Month!

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Instagram Photo: @pedalandwheelja

It’s not too late to start spinning with Pedal and Wheel Fitness this month. The term ends March 29, 2018.

Class Schedule (Subject to change):

Mondays:       6:30pm
Tuesdays:      5:30am – 6:30am
Wednesdays: 6:30pm
Thursdays:     5:30am – 6:30pm

Pedal and Wheel Fitness

***By Appointment Only***

For Details, Call/Email:

Ph: 876-382-3170

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @pedalandwheelja

By: Gabrielle Burgess (Certified Personal Trainer & Sports Nutritionist)

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Drop off your Plastic Bottles at Immaculate High’s Security Post!

RECYCLE     RECYCLE      RECYCLE!

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Suga’s Alma Mater, Immaculate Conception High School is in a competition to gather the most Plastic containers for Recycling. Get involved, especially if you are in a community nearby. Live with less plastic!

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Wysinco will visit Immaculate today to pick up their bottles, but the competition will continue until the end of the term, March 31.

***EMPTY Plastic Bottles are to be dropped off at the Security post at Immaculate High School***

Immaculate Conception High School

Location: 152c Constant Spring Road. Kgn. 8

Contact: 876-924-1719

By: Gabrielle Burgess

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Lunch from Chef Dave Paul!

I regretfully admit that I have had Chef Dave Paul’s contact information and Lunch menu from last summer and just decided to use it yesterday. Why? It’s so hard for me to decide what to eat, much less from the day before. I am also still working or just settling in by the time the order is to go in.

Last year, Lunch orders had to be in by 10pm the night before and currently, the deadline is even earlier. Orders need to go in to Chef by 8pm the night before. I am sure this is how he keeps his system structured, so it’s either you make it work for you or you don’t.

A set menu is used daily, which is updated from time to time. Customized lunch orders are welcomed. Customers have options of Seafood, Chicken, Pastas, Wraps, Salads and Vegetarian meals.

It is stated that Punctual delivery is not guaranteed. So even though I requested an 11:30am delivery, I stated that it could not be later than 12 noon. My lunch arrived at 12 noon.

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Presentation and branding were impressive. Communication was also effective.

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Chef Dave Paul’s Oven Roasted Chicken with Jerk BBQ sauce, a side of Sweet Potato and Pumpkin Mash and side Salad – $900JMD inclusive of Delivery in Kingston

I asked for light Jerk BBQ sauce and got just that. It gave the tender and well-seasoned Chicken a zesty flavour. The Sweet Potato and Pumpkin Mash was satisfactory. Sometimes healthy is boring and I took one of the healthier side options, so didn’t expect much from it as a side. The raw vegetables in the side Salad were fresh and I loved the added crunch and sweetness from a few cuts of gimbilyn (a.k.a carambola/star fruit) and raisins.

To top things off, lunch came with a moist towelette. I am guessing that Chef Paul knows that his Chicken was saucy and finger-licking good.

#SugaEndorsed

Chef Dave Paul 

Pre-Order Gourmet Lunch

***Orders must be placed the night before by 8pm***

Instagram: @chefdavepaul

Ph/Whats app: 876-433-5904

Email: [email protected]

 Delivery Hours & Costs:

Mon-Fri, 11:30am – 2:30pm

*Exact Delivery Time Not Guaranteed*     Kingston ($100JMD); Downtown ($150JMD); Portmore ($400JMD for 2 or more Meals)

By: Gabrielle Burgess

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TGIF to Lobster Scampi from Jamaica Liquor Warehouse!

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Lobster Scampi in white wine sauce from Jamaica Liquor Warehouse

Suga’s Ratings for Jamaica Liquor Warehouse, Deli & Bar!

NB. Ratings fill 5 stars maximum

Parking: ★★★★★

Ambience: ★★★☆☆

Décor: ★★★★☆

Comfort: ★★★★☆

Service: ★★★★☆

Speed: ★★★★☆

Value for $: ★★★★☆

Suga Endorsement: ★★★★☆

Comments: Modern décor. Consistently good food, service and drinks. Menu with variety and reasonable prices. The white wine sauce used on the pasta was divine. I appreciated that it wasn’t a heavy, creamy sauce. #SugaEndorsed

Jamaica Liquor Warehouse, Deli & Bar

Location: 17 Lindsay Crescent, Kingston

Ph: 876-925-9427

***Closed on Mondays***

By: Gabrielle Burgess

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Support our budding Jamaican Chefs!

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UTECH, Jamaica School of Hospitality & Tourism Management Final Year Students are launching an International Cuisine series starting tomorrow!

Every Friday evening from February 23- March 23, 2018 at Lillian’s Restaurant, the following cuisines will be featured:

Feb. 23    – KOREA

March 2  – WEST AFRICA

March 9  – MIDDLE EAST

March 16 – BRAZIL

March 23 – ITALY

Show our ‘Chefs to be’ some support while enjoying delicious cuisines from across the world!

***Reservations Recommended***

Lillian’s Restaurant

Location: 237 Old Hope Road. Kgn 6

Ph: 876-560-8111 (Orville Waugh); 876-391-1016 (Shanique Stephenson)

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @international_cuisine2018

By: Gabrielle Burgess

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