Category: Wellness and Complementary Therapies
Switching to plant-based diets may help manage weight issues better
Plant-based diets are not just a momentary fad – in fact, an international survey conducted late last year by global nutrition company Herbalife Nutrition has indicated that this trend will gain momentum, especially in Asia Pacific. Out of 8,000 respondents in eight Asia Pacific countries, two out of five APAC consumers said that they were […]
Optimal daily mix of 2 fruit and 3 vegetable servings ensures longevity
“The American Heart Association recommends filling at least half your plate with fruits and vegetables at each meal,” said Anne Thorndike, chair of the Association’s nutrition committee and an associate professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School in Boston.However, inconsistent messages about which foods to include and avoid often leave consumers baffled. Diets rich in […]
Exercise hormone injections boost mice fitness and overall health
It would be ideal if there was a way to beat the hassle of exercise, but still maintain health and fitness. Scientists at the University of Southern California (USC), US, might have found just that – an exercise hormone administered to mice appears to improve fitness and overall health, even in older mice. The hormone, […]
Kids’ physical fitness should focus on endurance and skill improvement
A child’s cardiorespiratory endurance – a measure of how well the body handles long periods of exercise – is a more important aspect of physical education (PE) than losing weight. A study by researchers at the University of Georgia, US, and the University of Jyväskylä, Finland, highlights how children who are more active during PE, […]
Blood glucose better controlled with diabetes-friendly diet and meal replacements
Some diabetics grapple with proper management of blood glucose, especially keeping to a diabetes-specific diet, which might lead to the onset of complications such as blindness, kidney disease and heart disease. A survey by Abbott Nutrition Malaysia, part of global healthcare giant Abbott, found that 96% of its 158 respondents also experience “diabetes burnout,” essentially […]
Active older adults have comparatively better physical and mental health
According to the American Cancer Society (ACS), there are nearly 16.9 million cancer survivors in the US today; they are also part of a rapidly aging population. A recent study by the ACS has found that high physical activity and lower sitting time amongst these older cancer survivors and older adults, in general, bodes well […]
Unexpected discovery of salivary glands deep inside the human head
A pair of previously unknown salivary glands has been discovered nestled deep in the back of the visible throat (nasopharynx). This new discovery may help prevent overlooked damage or complications from head and neck cancer radiotherapy. Some time ago, oral surgeon Matthijs Valstar and radiation oncologist Wouter Vogel noticed a pair of unexpected areas of […]
In plain sight: how your nails can show signs of stress and disease
Stress can take a toll on person physically and psychologically, and may also lead to outward signs on the skin, hair and nails – some people develop the nervous habit of biting their nails or picking at them when stressed. Healthy nails should be featureless, band and ordinary; according to the American Academy of Dermatology […]
New formulation better prevents biofilm formation on teeth, tooth decay
Some bacteria in the mouth help digest food or control other microbes’ bioactivity, while some stick to teeth and produce acids that corrode tooth enamel, leading to cavities. But fighting back with products to stop the formation of plaque, infections, and tooth decay may kill even the good types of oral bacteria. University of Illinois […]
Yoga an effective alternate treatment for anxiety disorder
Generalised anxiety disorder currently affects an estimated 6.8 million Americans – it is characterised by chronic nervousness or worry, and many have sought to treat the condition without resorting to medications. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is considered the gold standard form of structured treatment for this disorder, but a new study at the Grossman School […]
