Category: Health EN

 The Consumers Association of Penang (CAP) welcomes and applauds the announcement by Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin to propose a progressive law to eliminate smoking and possession of tobacco products for people born after 2005. We urge the cabinet members and members of parliament (MPs) to unanimously support Khairy’s proposal because, as he described, “Malaysia will become the first...

Over the past 2 years, the pulse oximeter has become a crucial tool for tracking the health of COVID-19 patients. The small device clips onto a finger and measures the amount of oxygen in a patient's blood. But a growing body of evidence shows the device can be inaccurate when measuring oxygen levels in people with dark skin tones. A recent study has added to this concern. "We were fooled by the...

Do you know: Yoga is more than a workout, it’s a healthy lifestyle – a compass for living a meaningful life. This mind-body discipline, based on ancient Indian philosophy, is inscribed on UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage List. It was added to the prestigious list in recognition of its influence on Indian society, from health and medicine to education and the arts (read more: Yoga is...

 A recent survey by the Consumers Association of Penang (CAP) on the use of vapes and e-cigarettes among young people found that more and more young girls, especially young girls,  are addicted to these devices. Vape and e-cigarette use among the younger generation has now doubled compared to a year ago. Although the popularity and use of e-cigarettes and vapes have increased, the perceived...

We are not alone in our bodies. Living inside every person are trillions of microorganisms – bacteria, viruses, fungi and other life forms that are collectively known as the microbiome. These microbes influence many aspects of your health, including your immune system, and they help digest the food you eat, as well as protect you from pathogens. Research suggests your gut bacteria are tied to...

“Most doctors work to put patients on medications. A superior doctor works to help you change your lifestyle in order to get you off medications,” says physician and medical school professor Robert Lufkin MD. Lufkin is author of over 200 peer reviewed scientific papers, 32 book chapters and 14 books, among them ‘Lies I Taught in Medical School: And The Truths That Can Save Your Life’....

A new study found that children ages 3 to 5 who consumed more ultraprocessed foods had poorer locomotor skills than children who consumed less of these foods. It also showed lower cardiovascular fitness in 12- to 15-year-olds who consumed more ultraprocessed foods. Ultraprocessed foods were categorised in this study as including packaged snacks, breakfast cereals, candies, soda, sweetened juices...

Tummy, side, or back? Curled up or splayed out like a starfish? You might be surprised at how the way you lie down during sleep impacts the quality of your slumber and your health. There are 5 main sleep positions, and which one is right for you depends not only on which is most comfortable but also on a variety of health issues that can interfere with top-quality slumber. Sleeping on your side...

Eating an egg a day is officially good for you. Once demonised as a major cause of heart disease, eggs in fact prevent the problem by raising levels of the ‘good’ HDL cholesterol. Researchers have discovered that regular egg-eaters are far less likely to suffer from heart disease or stroke because they have higher levels of a protein that ‘builds’ HDL (high-density lipoprotein)...

How much you eat can be just as important as what you eat. You can have too much of a good thing if you eat everything that is served on your plate, or to satisfy your appetite. Having a healthy, balanced diet is about getting the right types of foods in the right amounts. Eating the right portion size can help you stay within your calorie and fat recommendations for the day and can help you...