Managing Your Health Just Got Simpler!
She was told by the nurse that her bone density test score is -1.3 and it’s a sign of osteopenia, a condition that can lead to osteoporosis later in life. She was only 25 years old and she does eat plenty of calcium-rich foods. So why were her bones not strong enough? Our body uses calcium to ... Read more
“Throughout the day, I always had the urgency to pass urine. But when I went to the bathroom, not much came out and my pelvic region started to feel painful. When I did urinate, I felt burning pain and the urine looked cloudy and smelt bad. This lasted a few days and it was extremely uncomfortable ... Read more
Experiencing hormonal imbalances during puberty, menstruation, pregnancy and menopause is common in females. Don’t suffer in silence, lifestyle changes can help you become happier. How do you know you are experiencing hormonal imbalances? Here are some common symptoms: Night sweats and hot ... Read more
Don't sit when you can stand – You’ve probably heard it before, and for good reason. Too much sedentary behavior is bad for your heart, your brain, and your waistline. Swapping some of the time you sit for standing can help you burn calories. While this doesn’t burn a lot, it can help you to ... Read more
Since its inception, e-cigarettes have been widely reported to help individuals quit smoking. However, new research has questioned the validity of this claim. Researchers analysed information from more than 1,000 people who took part in studies looking at whether e-cigarettes can improve quitting ... Read more
Learning healthy eating habits at a young age can reap benefits for a lifetime. As a parent, you can encourage your kids to evaluate their food choice and physical activity habits. Here are some tips to get you started. Eat healthy breakfast – Breakfast is the most important meal of the day and ... Read more
Our skin is our body’s largest organ, yet we often neglect its care. Many of us know the types of food to avoid that cause chronic diseases such as heart disease and diabetes. But do you know what foods can help maintain youthful, healthy skin? 6 everyday foods that can help your skin stay healthy ... Read more
You have heard that eating fibre can help to relieve or prevent constipation. However, according to experts, too much fibre can actually do the opposite. Currently, 1 in 4 people in Singapore suffer from constipation. With the aging population, this number is set to increase. Constipation can be ... Read more
A new Dutch study suggests that eating half a handful of nuts every day could substantially lower the risk of early death. Dietary and lifestyle information was gathered from more than 120,000 Dutch 55 to 69 year old men and women in 1986 and researchers then looked at their mortality rate 10 years ... Read more
Numerous studies have linked the consumption of soft drinks to obesity. Another compelling reason to quit drinking soft drinks is the link between soft drinks and diabetes. The high sugar content in soft drinks may also lead to tooth decay. Even diet and ‘zero sugar’ beverages may not necessarily be ... Read more