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Talking scents: aromatherapy’s benefits for mind and body
Aromatherapy using essential oils can relieve pain, lift spirits and soothe the digestive system, and is being used to treat side effects of cancer treatment.
25 Jun 2022 - 8:16AM
Yoga centre to shut near world’s costliest shopping strip amid rent quibbles
3 Sep 2021 - 9:21AM
5 celebrities who changed their lives with weight loss surgery
21 Mar 2021 - 7:00AM
Well-Being
How to be mindful when you’re not in the mood
Practise mindfulness when you’re angry; you’ll be happier in the long run.
7 Feb 2021 - 12:16PM
Mindfulness isn't always easy
Well-Being
Got a Valentine’s Day first date? Here are the questions to ask to make a second date more likely
Remember: it’s not an interview!
6 Feb 2021 - 8:00PM
Well-Being
6 alternatives to soda that are better for your health
Make the most refreshing drinks out of ingredients you probably have at home.
21 Jul 2020 - 3:22PM
Well-Being
6 easy steps to make perfect salad
Here are six steps to a refreshing, satisfying and beautiful meal.
21 Jul 2020 - 2:02PM
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Hong Kong health care firms lead the way in Greater Bay Area integration
Health care is a vital part of Beijing’s goal to make the Greater Bay Area liveable for migrants. The inclusion of Hong Kong-based providers in the mainland’s insurance network is likely to spur cross-border flow of talent.
20 Jun 2020 - 1:01PM
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Well-Being
5 ways to improve your mental health during social distancing
Psychotherapist explains how social isolation, restrictions on activity, and limited contact with friends can increase the risk of depression
12 May 2020 - 8:34AM
Well-Being
10 philosophical novels to read in times of uncertainty
If you’re self-isolating, in quarantine, or social distancing due to the coronavirus, you probably have a lot of questions. These books may help.
1 Apr 2020 - 8:00AM
Well-Being
6 tips for your mental health during self-isolation
The coronavirus has us self-quarantining, social distancing, and generally spending time alone. Here’s some advice to help you manage your emotional well-being.
28 Mar 2020 - 9:00AM
Well-Being
Keep calm and cook chicken soup while you self-isolate
This Japanese recipe is uber comforting, especially in these uncertain times
27 Mar 2020 - 8:00AM
Winter Squash and Chicken Hot Pot
Well-Being
8 reasons to exercise outdoors
You may spend most of your day indoors self-isolating due to the coronavirus situation, but if you can get outside to exercise, you'll reap benefits for your physical and mental health.
8 May 2020 - 10:20AM
Well-Being
Why you shouldn’t pull an all-nighter, and how to deal if you have no choice
Sleep deprivation can be as dangerous as drinking alcohol, and can have a serious effect on your memory, mood and diet
9 Mar 2020 - 8:00AM
Travel
How to stay healthy on flights amid the coronavirus epidemic
As Covid-19 continues to spread, here are 12 expert tips from medical professionals to help you avoid catching an infectious disease
7 Mar 2020 - 6:58PM
Well-Being
Do I have conjunctivis?
You could have a highly contagious viral infection – here's when you need to call in sick.
20 Feb 2020 - 6:00PM
You can infect yourself with adenoviruses by touching infected surfaces and then rubbing your eyes.
Career & Education
When dating and job hunting rules unite
Whether you are looking for a life partner or a new professional path, there are rules that apply in both areas that make you more likely to achieve your goal
20 Feb 2020 - 6:00AM
Well-Being
Valentine’s Day date ideas, whatever your relationship status
5 Feb 2020 - 1:19PM
Well-Being
10 gross habits that spread a virus
As the Wuhan coronavirus spreads far beyond China's borders to countries around the world, here are common tendencies to avoid.
5 Feb 2020 - 1:27PM
Well-Being
The best way to protect against the coronavirus
There is no known cure for Covid-19, but this is one way to reduce the likelihood of infection.
25 Mar 2020 - 3:01PM
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Travel
10 tips to avoid getting sick when travelling on a flight
22 Jan 2020 - 8:15PM
Well-Being
How to ask someone’s pronouns without outing or offending them
The cisgender community needs to get used to owning their pronouns so that non-binary and non-cis individuals don’t feel singled out or pressured to explain why they don't go by he/she.
14 Jan 2020 - 7:00PM
Well-Being
A beginner’s guide to meal prep
Eat better, feel healthier, save money and time by learning how to batch-cook lunches and dinners ahead of time.
5 Jan 2020 - 9:00AM
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