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NATURE DOESN’T AGITATE

Lai Cheng October 30, 2024 0 Comments

Too much screen time – whether it’s TV, handphone or computer – is bad for physical and mental health. Disconnect from technology and connect with nature regularly. Being in nature reduces anger, fear, and stress and increases pleasant feelings. Exposure to nature not only makes you feel better emotionally, it contributes to your physical wellbeing, reducing blood pressure, heart rate,...

ALCOHOL IS TOXIC – A Doctor’s Perspective

Lai Cheng October 28, 2024 0 Comments

Alcohol is the most socially accepted drug consumed by 2.3 billion people worldwide. It's the legal poison sold on every street and responsible for 3 million deaths annually. And here’s another truth: “Society normalised regular drinking, but your body never did,” cautions a doctor of 21 years, Dr Sumit Sharma. In a widely shared post on X, he explains why alcohol is toxic. For years, I...

UNWIND AND RECHARGE

Lai Cheng October 28, 2024 0 Comments

Take time to unwind and recharge. Here are 9 ways to fill your self-care cup daily that require minimal time. (Pic via @KristenJakobitz)

Philippines Finds Lead-Loaded Eyeliner Discovered in CAP’s Test in Their Market

Lai Cheng October 24, 2024 0 Comments

CAP recently tested and found an eyeliner from Pakistan to have shocking levels of lead. Taking a cue from our findings, EcoWaste Coalition in the Philippines recently tested eye cosmetics for lead and other banned ingredients and discovered the same toxic eyeliner to be sold in the Philippines too. Below is the group’s recent press release on the matter. Press Release Lead-Loaded...

THE DARK SIDE OF PLASTIC AND UNEARTHING REAL SOLUTIONS

Lai Cheng October 23, 2024 0 Comments

PRESS RELEASE 22 Oct 2024 Malaysia Stop Waste Trade Coalition: The Government needs to commit to an ambitious and effective Global Plastic Treaty to end plastic pollution Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – Challenging cultural norms of our dependence on plastic, through art, film and stories, with the ‘Journey to End Plastic Pollution’ public engagement event by Malaysia Stop Waste Trade Coalition:...

A HAPPY BICYCLE CITY

Lai Cheng October 23, 2024 0 Comments

Utrecht, a city in the Netherlands, is one of the most cycle-friendly cities in the world – and one of the happiest. The heart of the city is lively, green, scenic and charming with no noisy road traffic. The city gives priority to the bicycle as a healthy, clean and safe mode of transport. There are 420 km of bicycle paths in the city. 94% of Utrecht residents own one or more bicycles and...

CAP: Strictly Enforce Legislation on Lead

Lai Cheng October 22, 2024 0 Comments

The Consumers’ Association of Penang (CAP) calls on the authorities to strictly enforce the existing legislation on lead and at the same time promulgate a law that would eliminate lead in paint. The call is made in view of our latest test conducted on toys, personal accessories, cosmetics and spices. Out of 40 samples tested more than 20 samples were found to contain lead. A sample of eye...

FOODS THAT FIGHT STRESS

Lai Cheng October 22, 2024 0 Comments

Are you constantly under stress? Then you should pay more attention to what you eat. If you eat lots of processed meat, fried food, refined cereals, candy, pastries, and high-fat dairy products, you're more likely to be anxious and depressed. Make natural food your comfort food in times of stress. They are rich in health-enhancing nutrients, some of which have been found to bust stress. For...

KEEP YOUR BRAIN HEALTHY

Lai Cheng October 21, 2024 0 Comments

After age 30, our thinking skills begin to subtly change. You might notice slower processing, more distractions, multitasking struggles, and occasional memory or word-finding issues. Let's keep our brains healthy as we age! Source: @DrKristieLeong

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