Category: Health EN

In today’s frenzied lifestyle built around work, family responsibilities and ongoing stress, most people are too busy to set aside time for rest. But rest and relaxation are important for our health and well-being. It’s essential to unplug in a busy world. As a Forbes article says, “The human body is built to thrive in a series of short sprints. This is why taking a break – even only for...

When you have a cold, try to avoid drinks like soda (i.e soft drinks) and alcohol, as well as sugary or spicy foods. Instead focus on light, nutritious meals, and fluids like water and tea to help you feel better, faster. Source: Cleveland Clinic  

  Our habits account for about 40% of our behaviours on any given day, studies show. Habits are your foundation, and if this foundation is weak, you won’t be happy with the way you live. Picking good habits and making it your routine can lead to many positive changes that contribute to a better life. Here are some simple habits to consider.    

Have a cold, flu or sore throat? Try this natural remedy that uses just a few common kitchen ingredients: > Lemon is rich in protective Vitamin C and its juice has antibacterial properties. > Ginger soothes coughs and sore throats, and boosts immunity. > Cinnamon contains antioxidants that help fight infection and inflammation. > Honey has antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory...

Your hands open doors, handle money, touch public handrails and tabletops – and pick up plenty of germs along the way. Do you know: Your hands can have anywhere from 100,000 to a few million germs at any given time. And 4 out of 5 germs that cause illness are spread by hands. We frequently touch our eyes, nose, and mouth without even realising it. Germs can get into the body through the eyes,...

Our body often gives us signals when something is not quite right. Are you listening to it? Discolouration in nails, dark spots or changes in shape can mean vitamin deficiencies. A headache could be due to problems in the neck, muscles, nerves, or vascular system. Just popping a pill to address the symptoms will not solve the root problem. It’s important to treat the cause, not just the...

The Southeast Asia Tobacco Control Alliance says children have been specially targeted through the use of cartoon characters with 16,000 flavours, and e-cigarettes that resemble toys and sweets. About 30% of the e-cigarette smokers in Malaysia are aged between 12 and 15 years, according to a regional anti-tobacco organisation. The Southeast Asia Tobacco Control Alliance (Seatca) said the...

The Consumers Association of Penang (CAP) calls on parents to avoid plastic toys for their children as it was found to contain poisonous chemicals called chlorinated paraffin. Chlorinated paraffins, classified based on their carbon chain lengths, are highly toxic chemicals used in many types of plastics, including in plastic children’s toys. Evidence shows they may cause damage to the...