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Category: Food EN

Tackling Rising Food Prices in Malaysia

The rising cost of food has become a daily concern for many families, and Malaysian consumers are increasingly feeling the pinch. People are reacting to these price hikes with frustration and disbelief. Social media is abuzz with comparisons and complaints. It is clear that the public is under pressure and questioning whether these increases are justified. Rather than continuing to complain,...
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WOOD OR PLASTIC: Which Cutting Board is Safer?

Most people assume plastic cutting boards are more hygienic than wood. But research tells a very different story. Microbiologists, including those at the University of Wisconsin, found that 99% of bacteria on a wooden cutting board die within just 3 minutes while bacteria on plastic not only survive but often multiply. The truth is, wood is not just safe. It is naturally antibacterial. Hardwoods...
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Harvard Doctor Lists 6 Cancer-Causing Foods and Their Alternatives

Cancer is one of the most feared diseases of our time. While genetics and environment play a major role, everyday food choices also quietly influence cancer risk. In a video that is going viral on social media, Dr Saurabh Sethi, a Harvard-trained gastroenterologist, highlighted 6 everyday food items that science links to cancer development and progression. Reducing or eliminating these from the...
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Ensure Labelling Compliance of Imported Food Products

CAP urges the Ministry of Health and Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living to take immediate action against the sale of imported food products that do not comply with our laws. A recent survey conducted by the Consumers’ Association of Penang (CAP) shows that many foreign food products from China, Thailand, Bangladesh, Japan, Vietnam and Korea do not comply with the Food Regulations...
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EAT GREEN AND BE HEALTHY

Foods with a natural green colour are a powerhouse of nutrients that are good for health. Here’s why you should be eating more of nature’s favourite colour. > LOW in fat. Leafy greens contain virtually no fat and can help in weight loss. > HIGH in fibre. Green foods such as broccoli, cabbage, leafy greens and beans are fibre-rich foods that aid digestion and promote a healthy digestive...
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HEALTH SECRETS OF BOLIVIA’S TSIMANE PEOPLE

The Tsimané people, an indigenous group in the Bolivian Amazon, are known for their exceptional heart health and low dementia rates. Research shows that only about 1% of Tsimané individuals over 65 develop dementia, compared to 11% in the US. Their diet, rich in fibre, carbohydrates, and essential nutrients, consists of rice, maize, sweet potatoes, plantains, wild game, and freshwater fish,...
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PLASTIC TAKEOUT CONTAINERS LINKED TO HEART FAILURE

Recent research indicates that consuming food from plastic takeout containers may elevate the risk of heart disease. A study conducted by Chinese researchers, published in the journal Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety, examined over 3,000 individuals and found a significant association between frequent use of plastic food containers and an increased incidence of congestive heart failure....
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