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Choline is a vital nutrient that helps with mental and physical health, but most people don’t get enough, says clinical nutritionist Katia Demekhina. Photo: Katia Demekhina
Wellness

How the little-known nutrient choline is vital for your mental health

Choline may lower the risk of dementia and mild cognitive impairment, and helps with gene expression, protein production and DNA repair.

Wellness

How to lower your risk of Parkinson’s disease and slow its advance

Wellness

She was on American Ninja Warrior in her 70s. How is she ageing so well?

Wellness

High blood pressure? Have you tried relaxing? Experts say it works

If you feel your blood pressure rising, just breathe or take up a relaxing form of exercise. Experts say things like yoga can keep it down.

A woman measures her blood pressure at home. Photo: Shutterstock
A woman measures her blood pressure at home. Photo: Shutterstock
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Told she had stage 4 cancer at 41, designer finds strength in art therapy

Ivy Ip says art therapy classes at the Hong Kong Cancer Fund have been a source of inspiration. Now she’s exhibiting her work in Wan Chai.

What to do in Hong Kong

5 of the best things to do in Hong Kong this weekend, April 11-13

Quaff some Pharrell Williams champagne, learn how to care better for your dog, revisit an iconic Hong Kong movie and more this weekend.

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At this gym AI sees when you’re running, knows when you lift weights

The ‘first full-scale AI-powered gym’ in LA pairs AI software with human coaches to keep you on track – so be good, for goodness’ sake.

Fred Fitness CEO Andre Enzensberger explains how its AI-powered equipment works. The gym in Los Angeles pairs AI software with human coaches to keep gym-goers on track. Photo: Instagram/fredfitnessofficial
Fred Fitness CEO Andre Enzensberger explains how its AI-powered equipment works. The gym in Los Angeles pairs AI software with human coaches to keep gym-goers on track. Photo: Instagram/fredfitnessofficial
Wellness

At 23, she had a stroke. It left her feeling like ‘a ticking time bomb’

Before her stroke, Emma Rand had been told her blood pressure was high. After a series of tests, doctors revealed what probably caused it.

Wellness

That little voice in our heads? This woman doesn’t have one

Most of us have an inner voice, some more than one. But to the surprise of some scientists, a few people do not – like Australian Mel May.

Wellness

From robot nurses to diagnoses, 5 ways AI is changing healthcare

Doctors say using artificial intelligence will make future healthcare more effective, such as by rapid diagnosis and tailored treatments.

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Missi, the AI-powered robot nurse helping to minimise healthcare worker burnout. Photo: NUHS
Wellness

More evidence links diabetes in pregnancy to higher autism risk in children

Women with diabetes who become pregnant are shown to be at particular risk of giving birth to a child with ADHD, autism or other disorders.

Mothers with diabetes are more likely to give birth to children with disorders including autism, research shows. Photo: Shutterstock
Mothers with diabetes are more likely to give birth to children with disorders including autism, research shows. Photo: Shutterstock
Wellness

What is microcheating and are you doing it to your partner?

Microcheating covers things such as furtive social media chatting, which some consider a form of infidelity. But is it that important?

Wellness

Why working nights could lead to health issues like diabetes

Unhealthy habits associated with working late or night shifts can induce cancer, the WHO says, and make other health conditions more likely.

Wellness

Take a photo of what food you have and let AI work out what you can cook

You’ve got the ingredients but what to prepare for you or your family? Free AI meal planning generators and apps can help get recipes.

You can give photos of the food in your fridge or cupboards to AI tools and get them to develop meal plans based on what you have on hand. Photo: Shutterstock
Wellness

Rise in fungal diseases, hard to treat and deadly, worries experts

Dangerous fungal infections that kill millions are becoming more common as the planet warms, and treatment options are few and far between.

Dangerous and often lethal fungal infections are on the rise, and the World Health Organization has warned of critical global gaps in the ability to diagnose and treat them. Photo: Shutterstock
Dangerous and often lethal fungal infections are on the rise, and the World Health Organization has warned of critical global gaps in the ability to diagnose and treat them. Photo: Shutterstock
Wellness

What is best to eat for breakfast? 4 nutrition experts tell us theirs

Breakfast should not be skipped, especially if you are a woman, nutritionists say. Eat it soon after you awake and include protein, they add.

Wellness

Can alternative cancer treatment like in Netflix’s Apple Cider Vinegar work?

Integrative cancer treatment fusing conventional medicine and holistic therapy from meditation to yoga is getting eyeballs. Experts weigh in.

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Crying out for a no-tears way to slice onions? How to make it happen

A professor of botany explains why onions make us cry, and we consider some of the ways you can try to stop the tears flowing.

The easiest and foolproof solution to prevent tears is to simply wear swimming goggles when chopping onions. Photo: Shutterstock
The easiest and foolproof solution to prevent tears is to simply wear swimming goggles when chopping onions. Photo: Shutterstock
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Scientists find women’s hearing is better than men’s. Say what?

Many people have the impression women’s hearing is sharper. Now tests in 13 countries have shown they do. Researchers offer some reasons.

Wellness

What you should do after dementia finding about shingles vaccine

Research showing older adults’ risk of getting dementia fell if they had shingles vaccination another reason to consider getting the shot.

Wellness

Ancient grain farro a superfood trending in Asia. Why it’s so healthy

Singer-actress Uhm Jung-hwa is among Korean celebrities to have embraced a grain 2,000-plus years old, as farro recipes flood social media.

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Farro still features in Mediterranean cuisine. Photo: Shutterstock
Food and Drinks

EU proposes ‘wine package’ as Trump threatens 200% tariffs

Plans to help European winegrowers adapt to climate change, boost tourism to vineyards and market alcohol-free wine come as trade war looms.

European wine producers face a “very difficult situation” amid threatened tariffs, climate change and changing tastes as young people drink less, but the EU is looking to help. Photo: Reuters
European wine producers face a “very difficult situation” amid threatened tariffs, climate change and changing tastes as young people drink less, but the EU is looking to help. Photo: Reuters
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Dementia’s links to diabetes, herpes explored as research widens

Protein clumps in the brain have long been associated with Alzheimer’s, but other potential causes of the condition are now in the spotlight.

Wellness

This teacher lost 36kg. Now she runs races that used to be impossible

Beth Trustrum could barely keep up with friends during walks. A Hong Kong trainer helped her lose weight, sleep better and get running.

What to do in Hong Kong

5 of the best things to do in Hong Kong this weekend, April 5-7

From a brewery’s anniversary celebration to a ballet about Frida Kahlo to an Oscar-winning film, here are 5 things to check out this weekend.

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Practise tai chi at K11 Musea. Photo: The Door
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