More than Just Beauty Sleep One can never overemphasise the importance of sufficient sleep. A study1 held at the University of California, San Diego, and the San Diego VA Medical Center showed the effects of sleep deprivation on the brain. Sleep deprivation has also been proven in several other studies to be the main cause [...]
Blemish-Free Skin by Dr Eileen Tan UNPLEASANT SCARS ARE one of the frequent skin concerns in a dermatologist’s clinic. Any trauma (such as burn, injury) or inflammation (such as acne, insect bites and chicken pox) of the skin may potentially lead to scars. Scarring is a natural part of the healing process after an injury [...]
A disease caused by overindulgence in food and drink, gout may have long-term complications by Dr Lim Lian Arn SOME PEOPLE LOOK forward to the Chinese New Year festivities with much joyful anticipation and a tiny bit of dread. That tiny bit of dread is the anticipation of waking up after a night of feasting [...]
Fibroids and Endometriosis Two common gynaecological conditions that women should be aware of by Dr Ng Ying Woo Fibroids and endometriosis are two common conditions that a gynaecologist will encounter in his daily work. When one mentions fibroids, most women seem to know a fair bit about the condition and its management. But surprisingly, much [...]
Women Empowerment – Sharifah Shahira Turning a taboo topic into a women’s health awareness issue Malaysian actress and television host Sharifah Shahira or Shiera, as she’s more popularly known, likes to empower women not only through her films and shows, but through the way she leads her life. At 37, the award-winning actress balances family [...]
Chronic Sinusitis More than just a blocked nose Chronic sinusitis affects one in 10 people in Singapore, or roughly half a million people.1 Often confused as a common cold or allergic reaction, research shows that this debilitating condition may have a greater impact on productivity and relationships for some affected individuals than heart failure and [...]
Gum Disease It’s a matter of the heart by Dr Daylene Leong You may be wondering what gum disease has to do with heart problems – after all, the mouth and the heart are separate organs of the body. Gum (periodontal) disease is a chronic inflammatory disease that affects the supporting bone and gums around [...]
Mighty Omegas – Omega-3 & Omega-6 Fatty Acids Understand the difference between omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids and you’ll be reaping the bountiful health benefits by Chia Siew Meng YOU’VE READ ABOUT omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids all too often but how do you make yourself a discerning health consumer? These two critical supplements are [...]
Don’t let Ageing Slow You Down – Why supplementation for seniors is critical AGEING CAUSES MANY physiological changes, including affecting food intake and the way in which food is processed by the body. The progressive reduction in the functioning of body organs affects the digestion, absorption, metabolism and excretion of nutrients. Until recently, care of [...]
More Than Meets The Eye – Stop perceiving chickenpox as a harmless rite of passage by A/Professor Anne Goh CHICKENPOX IS AN infectious disease with most people coming down with it as a child or an adult if they have not been vaccinated. Many people fail to realise that other than the high fever, dehydration, [...]
Cancer Cachexia - The ugly side of weight loss by Maripet L. Poso Oftentimes, we only think of weight loss in the context of beauty – how great we’d look in that coveted dress or bikini if only we’d lose a few pounds; how Tom, the guy from work, could be totally dateable if he didn’t [...]
Finding the wherewithal to tackle one of the world’s most debilitating diseases – Osteoarthritis by Dr Darren Tay OSTEOARTHRITIS IS WELL established as the leading cause of dysfunction and disability in the developed world with the knee being one of the more commonly affected joints. Up to 20% of our population above the age of [...]
More than Teeth - The importance of gum health by Dr Ang Chee Wan Gum disease is one of the two most common diseases that affect our oral cavity. This disease is a condition affecting the gum and bone surrounding the teeth. While gum disease does not show obvious symptoms until it has progressed to an [...]
Lymphatic drainage massage – Gentle strokes Experience the healing strokes of lymphatic drainage massage Suffering from aches and pains? Feeling bloated or sluggish? Maybe it’s about time you had your lymphatic system cleansed and rejuvenated. The lymphatic system helps to maintain a healthy fluid balance in our body and keeps our immune system strong by [...]
Dandruff Magnet! Men’s scalps require special protection as they tend to be weaker, produce more sebum and are more prone to dandruff. Moreover, men generally have a more active outdoor urban lifestyle that exposes them more to dirt and pollution. Clear Deep Cleanse Shampoo for Men features activated carbon which acts like a powerful magnet [...]
Breast is still the best Breastfeeding has been clinically proven to be the most comprehensive and safe diet for your baby. The benefits are many, and recommendations from experts are overwhelmingly in favour of it. It is also a natural, warm and caring way of bonding with your baby. Besides the positive effects it has [...]
Keep It Clean and Comfortable After the initial shock and pain of getting wounded comes the worst part, dressing your wound. Wound dressings are one of the most important parts of wound care. It is necessary to take extra care to clean your wound before simply covering it. If you’re not very careful, the wound [...]
Getting a Handle on Cough with Phlegm - By Maripet L. Poso You haven’t experienced being totally embarrassed until you have coughed suddenly, with phlegm, in front of many people, in the middle of a quiet room, and with no exit near you. Coughing is our body’s natural way to keep our airways clear. But heavy [...]
Resistance Not Futile - By Dr Daniel Wai Our body uses sugar as fuel, and insulin is the hormone that brings sugar and fat from the blood into the cells, or the smallest units of function, in our body. If our body is a car, and sugar and fat are like petrol, insulin is like the [...]
Understanding Hair Loss When thin is not in By Maripet L. Poso Unllike our waistline, the TV, or pizza crust, our hair is one of the things we don’t want to see getting thin. Each person typically has around 100,000 to 150,000 hairs on their head. The normal cycle of hair growth lasts for two [...]
