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Category: Health EN

Do the Maths, Ban E-waste Importation to Malaysia

We, members of Malaysia Stop Waste Trade Coalition, are alarmed by the arguments put forth by “experts” urging Malaysia to allow the importation of electronic waste. The portraits painted of Malaysia’s e-waste landscape and the economics of the global waste trade are partial at best, and outright wrong at worst. Even worse, the narrative included a baseless direct attack on the Department...
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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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WHAT ARE YOU PUTTING ON YOUR PLATE?

If you’re shopping for groceries, avoid foods with a long ingredients list and shelf life. These are synonymous with processed foods – which also tend to be high-fat, high-sugar and high-salt foods, most of which do not bear any resemblance to foods in their original forms. Studies have found that foods high in saturated fat, salt, sugar, calories or with minimal whole grains and fibre can...
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SMALL ACTS OF KINDNESS, BIG HEALTH BENEFITS

We are literally wired to help each other. "Helper’s high" is the uplifting feeling people experience after performing acts of kindness, generosity, or altruism. It’s more than just a warm, fuzzy sensation-science shows that helping others triggers a biochemical response in the brain that enhances mood and well-being. When you engage in acts of kindness, such as volunteering, donating, or...
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REST IS PRODUCTIVE

Clocking insanely long hours, hardly eating throughout the day, and having no time to do anything besides work have become badges of honour in today’s world. Could slowing down, doing less, and taking time to rest actually result in higher productivity and a more sustainable work lifestyle? As it turns out – absolutely. You may be thinking, “Wait, isn’t ‘rest’ the opposite of...
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CAP: Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR): Nip it in the Bud

Malaysia ranks among the top global consumers of poultry meat, with per capita consumption of 50.5 kilograms in 2023. According to Seasia Stats, Malaysia now leads Southeast Asia in chicken meat consumption per person. However, this high demand for poultry has raised significant concerns regarding the rampant use of antibiotics in the livestock industry. Over the years, surveys conducted by the...
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PLASTIC BANS AROUND THE WORLD

Plastic is toxic and its use is being discouraged in many countries around the world today. More and more countries are regulating plastic use, and have introduced bans and restrictions on a wide array of single-use plastics in daily use. This follows greater awareness of plastics’ negative impact on human health and the environment. What plastics have been prohibited where? Here’s a quick...
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