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Money is key to losing weight
SINGAPORE – Money makes the world grow round and, paradoxically, less round too. British think-tank Overseas Development Institute has found that, globally, the proportion of overweight and obese people rose from 23per cent in 1980 to 34 per cent in […]
Caffeine stirs memory: Study
A jolt of caffeine can boost memory, according to a study published Sunday that provides a scientific motive for students slurping coffee, tea or energy drinks when cramming for exams. A team at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland, found […]
Obesity not seen as big problem among Asians, but diabetes still can be
Asians, who now make up an estimated 5 percent of the population. But Tran and others say the comparatively low obesity rate can be misleading, because Asians experience a higher prevalence of obesity-related diseases, such as diabetes and heart disease, […]
First three months crucial for quitting smoking
For many, quitting smoking tops their New Year’s resolution list. The chances of people succeeding without any medical support or consultation, however, is very low, and amounts to around 4-7 percent of those who have tried, according to a recent […]
Single blood test may now detect all types of cancer
Now, a simple blood test may help determine whether the genetic mutations associated with pancreatic cancer exist, thanks to a new research. This appears possible following the discovery that tiny particles the size of viruses called ‘exosomes,’ which are shed […]
Internet addiction taking a toll on Malaysian’s health: Survey
MALAYSIA – Internet addiction has become a new threat to healthy living for Malaysians, depriving them of sleep and exercise, a survey by a global insurance group has found. A whopping 73 per cent of Malaysian adults who took part […]
TCM clinic: Cholesterol-combating cinnamon
WHAT IT IS: This familiar spice is used in Eastern and Western cultures to flavour food, drinks and even personal products such as toothpaste and mouthwash. In traditional Chinese medicine, cinnamon, known as rougui in Chinese, is also a prized […]
How to have a healthy heart
With a westernized lifestyle and diet, and aging society, we live in a time of increasing cancer and cardiovascular diseases. The classic symptoms of cardiovascular disease include chest pain, palpitations and shortness of breath. Many people may not be aware […]
Cure your baldness with new laser helmet
A new laser helmet developed by Apira Science Engineers can help balding people. Hair loss is one of the common problems among all of us. The most common type of hair loss is related to both genetic and hormonal make […]
Singaporeans eat too much salt: HPB
SINGAPORE – Salt is essential for health but we need only very small amounts of it. Most of the time, we consume too much salt for our own good. The World Health Organisation recommends that adults should consume less than […]
