You were walking next to a swimming pool when you slipped and dropped your phone into the water. Or it slipped out of your hand when you were next to a filled bathtub or toilet. However your smartphone got wet, you now need to dry it. But what do you do? There’s lots of advice on the internet, some of it conflicting. Apple inserted itself into the debate recently when it put out an advisory...
In the world of lithium-ion batteries, smartphones take centre stage. Yet they’ve also sparked an ongoing debate: does prolonged (or overnight) charging wreak havoc on your battery? A number of factors determine a phone battery’s lifespan, including its manufacturing age and its chemical age. The latter refers to the battery’s gradual degradation due to variables such as fluctuations in...
Craving for salty junk food, sweets or deep-fried snacks? Instead of reaching for potato chips, doughnuts or ice cream, which can lead to weight gain and poor health, try healthier alternatives. If you’re craving: > French fries or Potato chips: Replace with salted cashews or peanuts (but nuts without salt are healthier) – they are higher in good fats and protein. Or munch on an apple....
Do you gobble down food? Eating fast can lead to food overconsumption and obesity as well as poor digestion. Eat slowly to control appetite: When you eat, it takes about 20 minutes before you start to feel full. Try to eat more slowly and attentively. A study presented at a meeting of the North American Association for the Study of Obesity showed that overweight men and women took in fewer...
The Malaysian Ministry of Health takes a serious view and regrets the spread of false and misleading information on social media, especially Facebook, regarding the verification of health products that are said to have been recognised by this ministry. We would like to emphasise that the Ministry of Health has never been involved or had collaboration with companies that sell ganoderma toothpaste...
Clean hands save lives. Regular handwashing is one of the best ways to remove germs, avoid getting sick, and prevent the spread of germs to others. Whether you are at home, at work, traveling, or out in the community, handwashing with soap and water can protect you and your family. (US Centers for Disease Control, CDC) But are you washing your hands properly? One US Department of Agriculture...
USEFUL TIP: Don’t wash fruits & vegetables with soap. Soap and detergents can be absorbed by both and can make you sick. Fruits and vegetables should be washed with safe, clean water only. Detergent and hot water are for washing forks and spoons (non-food items). (Source: Codex Alimentarius)