health & wellness

18 March 2020

Vaccination Keeps You Safe, Keeps Me Safe

Influenza, measles, and hepatitis B are just a few of the many diseases that can be prevented by a vaccine. Vaccination is one of the most critical and non-optional medical treatment that every person should obtain. Find out some vaccination facts from Dr Loo Chee Yean here.

03 December 2019

Can I Sleep for 5 More Minutes?

Sleep is a very important part of our lives. While we sleep, our brain catalogs information that we picked up during the day and heals our body. That being said, the fast-paced world we live in today is unforgiving in its ability to deprive us of sleep. Hence, we are now facing the rising problem of sleep debt where many of us who are sleep deprived during the week often try to make up for it on weekends or their free time. Unfortunately, this creates a wide-ranging and significant impact on our health.

15 October 2019

The Stigma Of Mental Health In Malaysia

Mental health is one of the biggest ailments to afflict ordinary Malaysians but the stigma associated with it still prevalent among the mainstream. Let’s take a look at some reasons why the stigma continues to this day.

Turn Your Home Into a Healthy Haven

Charity begins at home, and so does health! While we focus on our physical health, it’s time to focus on the health of our homes too.

12 August 2019

10 Ways To Be More Positive

Everyone goes through struggles in their daily lives. It can get overwhelming at times but with these few steps, you can help yourself make the best out of each day. A positive thought a day can bring you a long way. Here's how you can keep your mood up through the tough times.

10 August 2018

Refresh, Recharge: 8 Healthy Hiking Destinations

Let’s explore some of Asia’s most scenic destinations that offer wellness of mind, body and spirit through both challenging and lesser-known trails.

Finding the Sweet Spot of Work-Life Balance

The truth about work-life balance and how you can practice it in your life.

20 July 2018

Refresh, Recharge: 9 Nature Inspired Holidays for a Great Outdoor Vacation

Not only does a nature-centered vacation help rejuvenate your mind and soul, it helps you stay active at the same time.

Sensory Play and How it Helps Your Child Grow

How does your child’s development benefit from sensory play? Why does it have to be messy?

Is Gaming More Beneficial or Harmful?

It’s time to pause and review if gaming is good for you.

The 6 positive returns of love on your mind and body

Infected by the love-bug? Here’s how falling and being in love can actually be healthy for you.

Workplace & Baby: What You Need to Know and Do

Having a baby will bring about changes to your life. How will it affect you in the workplace?

10 August 2017

Urbanites and 4 common Health Issues

Are there elevated health risks for city dwellers? What are you prone to experiencing and how can you lower your risks?

Commuting Stress & How You Can Overcome It

Large crowds and unending traffic jams can make your daily commute the least pleasant part of your day. How can you overcome this?

Is Living in The City Affecting Your Mental Health?

Could rapid urbanisation be a cause for the uptick in mental health issues Malaysians are facing?

29 October 2018

Managing Your Mental Health in 10 Steps

Find out how mental wellbeing is a result of a balanced mind, body and soul.

17 October 2017

Dementia, Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Disease

Dementia, Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Disease: What You Need to Know & How You Can Help

12 April 2019

The Citrusy Wonders of Lime

Did you know that people have utilised the benefits of this citrus gem for thousands of years? Discover the amazing health benefits of lime!

Sweet Health Wonders of Bitter Melon

Just like its name suggest, bitter melons are one of the most bitter fruit-vegetables on this planet, but its health benefits are worth every chew.

Lemongrass, The Aromatic Healer

This tall tropical grass offers a whole lot more than just its subtle tangy lemony flavour and fragrance. Discover the many benefits of this Asian green wonder, lemongrass.

Sandwiches with an Asian Twist

Bored of the ordinary cheese, egg and mayo sandwiches? Add a little Asian fire and flavour with these quick and easy local twists.

The Cinnamon Cure

Deeply aromatic with a distinct warm and sweet taste, discover the many health benefits of this powerful spice.

Ingredient of the Month: Garlic

It may be small in size, but it’s big in benefits. Here’s how garlic helps to improve your health.

4 Health Benefits From The Fragrant Pandan

Beyond just an unassuming fragrant plant the pandan also packs a punch of goodness for you!

Coconut – A Tropical Super Fruit!

Coconut – the unassuming tropical fruit that packs a punch of health benefits with every single sip!

The Many Benefits of Turmeric

We take a look at the science behind Turmeric, an ancient spice of Asia.

Eat Healthy, Travel Happy: Thailand

How do you make healthy eating choices while traveling? Opt for these yummy and healthy meal options in Thailand.

Quick, Easy & Local: 6 Asian-Inspired Pasta Recipes

Why spend money buying imported ingredients to replicate recipes, when you can easily find local substitutes? Read more:

Localise Your Salad Ingredients!

Love salads, but want to incorporate more Malaysian fruits and vegetables? Here are some local salad ingredients for you to consider.

14 March 2017

Eat a rainbow of Fruits and Vegetables!

Feast on a plate of rainbow everyday. Not only is it beautiful to look at, it is also healthy for your body!

6 Reasons Why Asian Cuisine is Good For You

Asian cuisine and cooking help to promote better health and wellbeing. Here’s a few reasons why.

10 May 2018

Sweet & Savoury: Our Food Cravings & What They Mean

Why do we sometimes crave for a sweet treat or a savoury snack? It boils down to a normal habit, or your body needing more food. Read on!

22 August 2017

The Truth Behind Carbohydrates’ Bad Rap

One healthy eating “rule” we’ve always been taught is to avoid carbs, especially if you want to lose weight. How much truth is there to this?

20 July 2017

Festive Favourites: 10 Must-Have Raya Treats

Hari Raya is upon us once again! In anticipation of this much-awaited celebration, we highlight the top ten foods that can only mean Raya is here. What is your Raya must-have?

25 May 2017

From Sahur to Iftar: Healthy Eating Practices for the Fasting Month

During the holy month of Ramadan, Malaysian Muslims have a very narrow window of time to obtain enough energy and nutrients, as they abstain from all food and drink for over 12 hours a day.

16 April 2018

Eat Healthy with Local Superfoods

What superfoods can you get locally in Malaysia that are cheap and easily available?

17 March 2017

Why You Need to Snack Before & After Your Workout

You could be missing out on some major gains by working out on an empty stomach and not refueling after a workout.

12 January 2017

The Beginner’s Guide to Eating Clean

Clean eating is always a popular topic, and with a multitude of information available online, it’s easy to get confused between what’s good for you and what’s not.

6 Power Juices To Boost Your Immunity and Detox Your System

Whether you had one too many nights out and needed a quick juice cleanse, or you need some extra fruit & vegetable goodness in your diet, a glass of juice may be what you need.

06 February 2017

Good Fat & Bad Fat

If you answered any of the above, you are right! All those food has fat in them. Fat is present in your diet, whether you realise it or not. It can come in the small amounts used in your stir-fried vegetables, the shortening used in your store-bought cookies, and in the salmon on your sushi.

14 August 2017

No Gym, No Problem: Alternate Ways Of Staying Fit

A gym membership is not the only way to maintain or start a healthy lifestyle. Check out how you can be fit without the gym.

Shorter Workout: How Does It Benefits You?

If you want to make the best of your workout, it’s not about how long you exercise, but rather how hard you exercise. Here’s why that’s the case.

31 July 2017

Morning vs Evening Workouts: Which is Better?

Morning workouts vs. evening workouts - which helps you get the most out of your exercise?

Cardio, Weights, Mobility, Full Body: What Are You Training For?

Remember when you made the New Year’s resolution to work out and be more active? Still planning on following through? If you’re having trouble even knowing where to begin, you’re not alone.

18 January 2017

Wearable Technology: Your New Gym Buddy

Wearable technology and fitness apps and devices meet in the form of fitness bands, designed to improve the quality of your health.

30 November 2016

13 Family Friendly, Indoor & Outdoor Activities

Step aside, Disneyland. Who says you have to travel to an exotic destination or splurge to have the best family holiday? The Klang Valley is full of fantastic (and sometimes free) experiences for the family. You just need to know where to look!

17 July 2017

Easy Get Fit Ideas Without Leaving Home

Are you the sort that finds exercise a chore, especially with having to plan, wake up on time, leave work early, pack your gear and brave traffic to get to the gym? Wish you could find workouts to do at home using everyday household appliances? If you answered yes, then check out our list of low and high impact workouts you can do at home – even in your pajamas!

07 December 2018

Knowing Your Organs: The Heart

Your heart is an amazing organ, continuously pumping oxygen and nutrient-rich blood throughout your body to sustain life.

7 Gross Things Your Body Does That’s Actually Good For You

Boogers, discharges and pungent smells, the human body can be gross in many ways but while we may find them disgusting, they actually indicate our body is functioning well .

28 January 2019

How To Keep Your Spine Healthy

Backaches are commonly due to aging but this can be avoided if you start taking care of your spine today.

How to Care For Your Vision

Whether it’s behind the wheel, in school, at home or at work, good vision is essential. Don’t take your eyesight for granted. Here’s how to care for your eyes.

Knowing Your Organs: The Liver

The second largest organ of the human body is also one of the most useful. Behold, the liver!

Skin Care 101

The largest organ of your body is also a delicate one. Here’s how to care for your skin and manage common skin conditions.

Hot or Cold Showers: What You Need To Know

Are cold showers better for your body than hot showers? We break down the effects of hot and cold showers on your body.

Losing Your Head? Don't – Hair Loss Is Managable

Hair loss affects both men and women and causes not only physical change but emotional distress, too. Here’s what’s causing hair loss.

25 September 2017

AIA Vitality: Your Guide to Better Health

What is AIA Vitality and how does it work? Here’s how you can claim your share of rewards just by staying healthy:

28 August 2017

10 Hours of Digital Devices & Its Effects on You

Digital devices are so common in our lives that we may fail to notice the effect they have on our health.

07 July 2017

Ways to Improve your Digestive Health

The secret to a healthy body may lie deep within, in the digestive system. Read on.

26 July 2017

5 Things to do Today for a Healthier Tomorrow

Investing in your health while you are young and able is like investing in your finances early in life: you get a head start to achieving your goals, and the returns are compounded in the future.

7 Strange Symptoms That Might Mean You’re Not Feeling Well

Seemingly innocent behaviours, like snoring in your sleep or a habit of munching on ice, may not come across as something serious to you, but these could actually be indicators of underlying health issues. Here’s how simple habits and occurrences might turn out to be more than just that.

20 February 2017

Tips For Your First Trimester of Pregnancy

Congratulations, you're pregnant! Here are some of the changes your body will go through and which signs you should take note of:

07 March 2017

Tips For Your Third Trimester of Pregnancy

Your little one will grow a lot bigger in the third trimester. You may experience more aches and swelling as you carry your growing baby around

18 March 2017

Tips For Your Newborn

After 37 to 42 weeks of harboring a new life, you are ready to meet the baby growing inside you. It's a time of healing for your body and of learning and growing with baby. This phase starts from the moment of birth to the time baby is three months old.

28 June 2017

6 Things You Should Know About Healthcare in Malaysia

Healthcare in Malaysia, at first glance, may seem confusing to navigate in terms of choosing between public or private, finding the right doctor, and getting affordable care when you need treatment.

Kidney Failure: Symptoms, Causes & Ways to Prevent

As your kidney’s primary function is to filter blood, they are affected by the state of your blood and its contents. Most kidney failures are caused by damage to the blood vessels in the kidney. Among the factors that may damage the blood vessels are:

01 March 2017

Lung Cancer at a Glance

An abundance of information can be overwhelming. Have a look at our breakdown of the cues, stats and treatments to fight this cancer together.

10 January 2017

Quit Smoking: 8 Things You Can Do to Stop

Quitting your smoking habit takes more than your desire to stop, it also requires support from your community. Succeed in your quest to stop smoking. Here are 8 steps to help you stop your cigarette habit.

A Mantra On Moderation

Cancer is now the number three killer in Malaysia, behind respiratory and circulatory system diseases, according to a recent report by the Malaysian health ministry. While some cancer types are hereditary, most are not, and may have more to do with our lifestyle. How can you have it all, with moderation?

Breast Cancer

Cancer is a disease that doesn’t discriminate. According to Cancer Research Malaysia if you picked 19 women at random, chances are one person in the group will develop breast cancer at some point in their life.

Is Your Child At Risk For Diabetes?

There’s a huge misconception that only adults are affected by diabetes. The truth is that this a common chronic childhood disease. Medical experts say that diabetes can occur in children at any age including toddlers and infants.

30 October 2017

Skinny Jeans & Testicular Cancer

One in ten men reports discomfort when wearing skinny jeans. Is there a clear link between this experience and the occurrence of testicular cancer?

Ways to Keep Your Mind Sharp

Just like your body, your mind needs a regular workout to ensure it stays healthy as you age.

5 Signs of Being Burnt Out

Have you been working exceptionally long hours, with massive workloads and putting enormous pressure on yourself? If yes, then you may be close to a burn out.

24 September 2018

Refresh, Recharge: 5 Wellness Retreats for a Rejuvenating Getaway

Do you often feel exhausted after travelling to a new place? Try a yoga retreat instead!

29 October 2018

Managing Your Mental Health in 10 Steps

Find out how mental wellbeing is a result of a balanced mind, body and soul.

Is Living in The City Affecting Your Mental Health?

Could rapid urbanisation be a cause for the uptick in mental health issues Malaysians are facing?