Lai Cheng
What’s in vapes? Toxins, heavy metals, maybe radioactive polonium
If you asked me what’s in e-cigarettes, disposable vapes or e-liquids, my short answer would be “we don’t fully know”. The huge and increasing range of products and flavours on the market, changes to ingredients when they are heated or interact with each other, and inadequate labelling make this a complicated question to answer. Analytical chemistry, including my own team’s research,...
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WHY YOU SHOULD EAT MORE NUTS
Ever wondered why squirrels look so energetic? It’s the nuts! Almonds, walnuts, and pecans are not just tasty snacks but they're powerhouses of energy. Next time you need a quick pick-me-up, grab a handful of these little gems. (Source: GetFIT CENTER) (Image via @center_getfit)
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REDUCE, REPAIR, REUSE for a Healthier Planet
“Our window for climate action is closing rapidly. This is Code Red for humanity. To combat climate change and its impacts by 2030, urgent and transformative action is needed.” ~ Global Goals
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HOW TO COMMUNICATE WITH SOMEONE WITH DEMENTIA
Dementia is a term for several diseases that affect memory, thinking, and the ability to perform daily activities. The illness gets worse over time. It mainly affects older people but not all people will get it as they age. Dementia is currently the 7th leading cause of death and one of the major causes of disability and dependency among older people globally. Currently more than 55 million...
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HEAL YOUR GUT, HEAL YOUR BRAIN
Do You Know: Gut health plays a huge role in your mental health. There is a communication system between your gut and brain called the gut-brain axis (GBA). They’re connected both physically and biochemically in a number of different ways and may even influence each other’s health. Not surprisingly 40-60% of patients with gastrointestinal issues have psychiatric issues, while 50% of...
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LET CHILDREN CHOOSE THEIR OWN CAREER PATHS
All children have different strengths and vulnerabilities. Every child is different. Some are good at sport, others music. Some are very academic and others not. Every child has his or her own unique interests, skills, and passions. It's important not to impose your own career choices on them. Let them pursue their dream and choose their careers based on their aptitude, skills, and passion....
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How sugar and fat affect your brain
Much of our food is increasingly manufactured to be irresistible to us. Experts say this trend has long-term health consequences. We often think of smoking and drinking when it comes to addiction—but there’s another compulsion affecting as many as 14 percent of adults and even 12 percent of kids: food addiction. Indulgent dishes enticing us with fat and sugar can feel impossible to avoid,...
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