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WHY SAVE THE BEES?

Lai Cheng December 24, 2024 0 Comments
Bees are a vital part of our survival – together with other pollinators, they are responsible for a third of the food that we eat. Many of our fruits, vegetables, and nuts are reliant upon pollinators for their production. In fact, without these species, 70% of plants would be unable to reproduce or provide food. According to the United Nations Environment Programme, of the 100 crop varieties...
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OUR FOOD SUPPLY – IN WHOSE HANDS?

Lai Cheng December 23, 2024 0 Comments
For thousands of years of human agriculture, the intrinsic nature of a seed – the capacity to reproduce itself – prevented it from being easily commodified. Grown and resown by farmers, seeds were freely exchanged and shared. All that changed in the 1990s when laws were introduced to protect new bioengineered crops. Today, 4 corporations – Bayer (formerly Monsanto), Corteva (formerly...
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THE BEST TIME TO EAT Orange, Apple, Banana & Nuts

Lai Cheng December 12, 2024 0 Comments
According to some food guides, you are not only what you eat, but also when you eat. Here’s a compilation of useful nutritional advice on when to eat the following 4 foods for maximum benefits. ORANGE. Citrus fruits like oranges may increase acid production in your gut, increasing the risk of gastritis and gastric ulcers. And the fibre and fructose in them can slow down your digestive system if...
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WHAT’S IN YOUR ICE CREAM?

Lai Cheng December 5, 2024 0 Comments
Food has evolved over the years, but not always for the better In the 1950s, ice cream was made with a few simple, wholesome ingredients like cream, milk, and sugar. Today’s versions often include a long list of additives and preservatives. This is a great reminder to check labels and prioritise foods with ingredients you recognise. Let’s celebrate real, nourishing choices that keep it...
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Cooking Oil Subsidy is Unjustified

Lai Cheng November 29, 2024 0 Comments
The media has highlighted the growing issue of smuggling and diversion of subsidized cooking oil to neighboring countries, a problem that is increasingly affecting Malaysians, particularly the poor and B40 groups who are struggling to obtain subsidized cooking oil. According to a recent report, 60 million packets of subsidized cooking oil are being sent to neighboring countries every month. This...
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NOURISH YOUR GUT GARDEN WITH PLANT FOODS

Lai Cheng November 25, 2024 0 Comments
Most of us focus on protein and vitamins, but fibre diversity is key to gut health. Your microbiome thrives on different types of fibre found in various plant foods. Think of your gut as a garden – as biodiversity makes gardens flourish, diverse plant foods help beneficial bacteria thrive. Each plant offers unique fibres that feed different gut bacteria: Beans bring resistant starch Berries...
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