health & wellness

29 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?

15 August 2017

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?

25 May 2017

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?

05 January 2017

Managing Your Mental Health in 10 Steps

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

22 May 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 June 2018

4 health benefits from the fragrant pandan

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

10 May 2018

Coconut – A Tropical super fruit!

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

16 May 2018

The Many Benefits of Turmeric

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

23 April 2018

Eat Healthy, Travel Happy: Thailand

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

05 April 2018

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:

15 March 2018

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.

26 February 2018

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!

26 February 2018

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.

07 December 2017

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!

30 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?

09 June 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?

12 May 2016

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.

20 April 2017

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.

03 January 2017

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.

28 October 2016

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.

25 October 2017

Get Physical: 6 Non-Fitness Bonuses of Exercise

You don’t just get muscle gain from exercising – you get these not-fitness results as well!

25 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.

27 June 2017

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.

28 May 2017

Morning vs Evening Workouts: Which is Better?

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

28 February 2017

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.

15 December 2016

Outdoor Activities That Put Fun in Exercising

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

28 October 2016

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!

18 December 2018

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.

30 October 2018

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.

12 December 2018

Heal Your Body & Mind With Sleep

While we may not fully understand why we sleep, but we do know that it is essential for our overall well-being. Here’s what happens when our bodies power off every night.

27 September 2018

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.

27 April 2018

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.

30 January 2018

Creating a Healthy Workplace For Yourself In 5 Steps

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

18 January 2018

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 October 2017

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?

30 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.

30 August 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.

28 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.

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:

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.

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.

16 May 2017

Hypertension: Six Healthy Habits to getting your count right

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.

24 April 2017

Kidney Failure

Kidney Care: Keeping Your Kidneys Healthy Kidney Failure: Prevalence And Growth Among Malaysians What Is Kidney Failure?

17 April 2017

More than Just Gas: How You May Have IBS

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

06 March 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.

20 January 2017

Cervical Cancer Awareness

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?

16 November 2016

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.

28 October 2016

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.

15 December 2016

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?

06 July 2018

Ask a Doc: A Deeper Look Into Waking Up Tired All The Time

Eight hours of sleep and still waking up tired and groggy all the time? Find out what the doctor has to say.