health & wellness

28 December 2020

Trust Your Gut: What does Your Poop Say about Your Health | AIA Malaysia

Poop is an indicator of how healthy your diet is? It can tell you what you’re eating in excess of and what your diet is lacking. Here are some things your body is telling you through your poop.

10 December 2020

Me Time is Not an Option, it is Mandatory | AIA MY

Me Time’ – we all know it is good for us, but often it is considered a luxury that we cannot afford. Find out more about its benefits and why it plays a crucial role in helping us live a more balanced life together with our Guest Writer – Nicol David!

15 September 2020

Regrowing Your Food Scraps | AIA Malaysia

Buying fresh produce can feel expensive especially if you’re purchasing fruits or vegetables in their offseasons but did you know that there are actually many types of vegetables out there that you can regrow from scraps without a huge garden? This can be a great money saver and can also help you reduce the amount of food waste that you generate in your home.

31 August 2020

Food Swap: 7 Healthier Food Choices | AIA Malaysia

How to get more nutrition into your diet quickly? Sara Khong from the New Malaysian Kitchen has compiled seven easy swaps to your regular food to increase your nutrient intake.

27 July 2020

Everything You Need To Know About The Danger Of Haze

Almost every year, a smoky haze blankets Southeast Asia, signaling the return of forest fires, pollution and a variety of health problems. For many in this region, grey skies and a lingering acrid smell are not unfamiliar, with some of the worst haze levels occurring in recent years. But what causes this phenomenon and how do we overcome it?

14 May 2020

FOMO, and How to Beat It

What is FOMO (Fear Of Missing Out) ? How did it come about? The movement restrictions that forced everyone to stay indoors has changed the social media landscape from parties, gatherings and fun outdoor activities to that of baking, working out and learning new hobbies. But you still feel like you’re missing out and falling behind. How do you overcome these unnecessary feelings?

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.

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.

How Do I Help and Support Someone With Mental Illness?

Caring for someone with mental health problems is a challenge that can be emotionally and physically demanding. Here is how to understand, recognise and help those suffering from mental illness.

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.

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

09 January 2020

Eat Healthy, Sleep Better

Getting a good night’s sleep is incredibly important for your overall health. While there are many ways to promote good sleep, your diet can also influence the quality of your sleep. Here’s a list of food and drinks that can help you sleep better.

06 November 2019

Boost Your Mood With Food

Have you ever found yourself to be so hungry that you’re actually seething in anger? Well that’s what it’s like to be hangry. The only way to quell a hangry person is to fill up his/her tummy. But did you know that certain kinds of food can boost your happiness levels greatly even when you’re not hangry? Here’s some food that’s guaranteed to boost your mood!

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.

17 December 2018

Delicious & Nutritious Sweet Potatoes

Starchy and sweet, sweet potatoes are not only delicious but are also packed with nutrients, making it a must-have ingredient.

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.

What is Ginger Good For?

Powerful and pungent, ginger has its own distinct fiery flavour and an endless list of benefits.

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.

Eat Healthy, Travel Happy: Vietnam

Do you often eat your way through holidays? Balance feasting with healthy choices, and experience the positive changes eating well brings to your body!

Coconut – A Tropical Super Fruit!

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

Sugar, Friend or Foe?

Sirap limau, sambal manis, kuih talam – grew up with these sweet treats? Easily giving in to sugary temptations? Find out how it affects you in the long run.

Eat Healthy, Travel Happy: Thailand

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

Asia’s Secret High-Protein Foods

Think you can only get protein from meat and eggs? Think again!

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.

The Health Factor of Teas

Fancy a cup of tea? We take a look at the origins of this historical beverage and its effects on your health.

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.

Are Heaty and Cooling Foods a Myth?

What exactly are heaty and cooling foods? Is there science behind this age old belief?

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?

The Beginner’s Guide to #MealPrep

Meal prep or meal prepping is the weekly preparation of your future meals.

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.

7 Ways to Snack Healthy at Work

Having trouble ditching junk food in the office? Get started and try our simple tips on healthy snacking during work.

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.

5 Vital Importance of Breakfast and Simple Breakfast Recipes

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, providing energy to last you through the morning. What are some other benefits of breakfast?

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.

13 February 2017

Tips for Maintaining Healthy Waistlines During Festive Seasons

Malaysians and food are pretty much inseparable. Our diverse food culture is made even better with the myriad of festivals that we celebrate throughout the year making it tough sometimes to regulate our well-intentioned plans to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

5 Smart Ways to Stay Motivated To Exercise

Another evening rolls around, and you’re contemplating between getting up for a run or continuing your binge watching marathon. You choose to stay in the comforts of your home.

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?

7 Rising Fitness Workouts of 2017

Have you made the resolution to get fit but dread the same old gym routine? Here are some exciting fitness trends to try in 2017. Aiming for a fit body in 2017? Here are 7 workout trends to try in 2017.

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.

29 August 2017

Outdoor Activities That Put Fun in Exercising

Here are our three recommended outdoor activities that can help burn those calories while refreshing your senses.

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!

27 July 2020

A Ticking Time Bomb Around The World: DENGUE

According to the Health Ministry of Malaysia, Malaysia is projected to record a higher number of dengue cases in the coming months after the disease showed an upward trend recently. While there’s still much attention fixed on the Covid-19 pandemic, health officials are also warning the public to be alert and mindful of the increase in dengue cases.

18 April 2020

Good Hygiene Habits | AIA Malaysia

While various measures can be implemented across the world to stop the spread of diseases, a lot of it also depends on us practicing good hygiene habits. Here are some other good hygiene habits that you can practice on a daily basis.

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.

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.

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: Mr. Tummy

We often to take our stomach for granted. Being the first stop in our digestive tract, the stomach is vital in keeping our digestive system healthy and happy.

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.

Creating a Healthy Workplace For Yourself In 5 Steps

How does your workplace environment affect your health and overall well-being?

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.

ADHD: How to Help Your Child Get Ahead in Life

What exactly is ADHD, and how common is it? And what do you need to know if your child has been diagnosed?

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.

11 September 2017

“Why Am I Always Hungry?” Understanding What Your Body is Really Saying

Do hunger pangs come creeping back quickly, despite eating a big meal two hours ago? Your body might be trying to tell you something.

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.

26 June 2017

Fact vs Fiction: The Truth Behind Common Health Myths

As children, we’ve all grown up with stories passed down to us by our elders to help us lead better, healthier lives. But just how many of these old wives’ tales bear any factual accuracy? We take a look at some of the common tales we’ve been told and the truth behind them.

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:

28 February 2017

Tips For Your Second Trimester of Pregnancy

Welcome to your honeymoon period! Your second trimester from week 13 to week 28 is also known as the most comfortable stage in your pregnancy. Most symptoms from the first trimester would have disappeared at this time.

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.

6 Healthy Habits to Prevent Hypertension

With easy access to tasty treats, fancy dessert places, coffee houses and the added stress factor of working long hours, it is easy to fall into an unhealthy lifestyle. Every little uninformed choice may lead toward the development of a very silent illness, hypertension.

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:

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

Your stomach discomfort or bloating after a heavy meal could be more than just gas – it could be a medical condition.

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.

Cervical Cancer: What You Need To Know

Cervical cancer affects women of all ages in Malaysia. How does HPV vaccination, PAP smear and regular check-ups work in early detection and prevention?

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.

Amazing Sleep Tips To Keep You Productive All Day

Meet Diandra, a 28-year old manager working for a consulting firm, mother to two cats and only sees her friends during birthdays.

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?

Can Too Much Exercise Be Bad For Health?

There is no doubt that exercise is good for your health, but take caution, there is the danger of excessive exercising which can do more harm than good to your body.

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?