Category: Features
Pollution kills 9 million people every year
A wide scale report published in The Lancet has revealed that pollution claims the lives of 9 million people annually. That is one in six of all deaths around the world. The majority of these deaths are due to non-communicable […]
How to cultivate resilience during midlife
Much of the scientific research on resilience — our ability to bounce back from adversity — has focused on how to build resilience in children. But what about the grown-ups? While resilience is an essential skill for healthy childhood development, […]
5 simple steps to a PMS-free life
1. Eat a clean diet Cut out refined flour, sugar, and processed foods. Cut out caffeine and alcohol. Balance your blood sugar by eating protein, such as a protein shake, eggs, and nut butters, for breakfast. Eat evenly throughout the […]
5 drinks to perk you up post-exercise
Proper post-workout hydration is crucial, especially if you want to recover properly and maintain endurance. The good news is, water isn’t the only thing you can drink to replenish lost fluids. Here are some drinks that will replenish your tired […]
Study: liver cancer across Asia linked to herbal remedies
Researchers have uncovered widespread evidence of a link between traditional Chinese herbal remedies and liver cancer across Asia, a study said on Wednesday (Oct 18). The findings suggest stronger measures are needed to prevent people from consuming chemicals called aristolochic […]
Scientists genetically modify hens to produce illness-curing protein
Scientists in Japan may have found a way to produce cheaper drugs that could be used to treat a range of diseases from chicken eggs. They have successfully genetically modified hens to produce eggs containing large amounts of interferon beta […]
5 ways to trim that belly fat
Belly fat is detrimental to your health as it can cause diseases. It has been linked to high cholesterol, inflammation, heart disease, stroke and diabetes. Here are 5 ways for a flatter stomach: 1. Consume more fibre, especially soluble fibre. […]
What to pack in your allergy relief kit
These are some essential items to pack in your allergy relief kit: 1. Eye drops Use eye drops when your eyes get red and itchy. Eye drops ease inflammation so your eyes don’t itch, tear up, or swell. Use antihistamine […]
How to focus better
In this age of social media, it is hard not to get distracted. Here are some expert tips on how you can get back your focus. 1. Avoid social media at work If you still feel the urge to check […]
Some tricks to combat flight anxiety
1. Avoid alcohol. If you think drinking alcohol before or during flight will tackle your flight anxiety, think again. It is no fun trying to navigate the airport system or communicating with airport personnel while plastered. You are also most […]
