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Malaysia

1 in 3 Malaysian children are overweight as nation’s sugar addiction worsens

A new health ministry survey shows that one third of Malaysians aged 5 to 19 are overweight, with high-sugar diets blamed.

Trending in China

China ‘big stomach’ eater devours expensive Japan buffet, slammed for being cheap

Food and Drinks

From Rome, Hong Kong and Canada, chefs share the art of the artichoke

Wellness

Singaporean chef lost 15kg for his wedding. Then he lost another 15kg

LG Han of Michelin-starred restaurant Labyrinth hit 94kg in 2022. Now over 30kg lighter, he says he is happier and more mentally focused.

(Left) Singaporean chef LG Han on Masterchef Asia in 2021, and (right) more recently after losing weight and building strength. Photo: Instagram/han_lg
Wellness

Detox dos and don’ts – beyond the instant ‘miracle’ cures of the spring fad

Health experts unravel modern detox myths and stress the importance of good diet, an active lifestyle and a long-term approach as the best ways to ensure underlying health risks are kept at bay.

Wellness

Can eating chocolate be good for you? Yes, as long as it’s dark chocolate

A dietitian and a chocolate craftsman explain why it is OK to indulge a chocolate craving – as long as it is dark, and only in moderation.

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Wellness

People who use sugar substitutes to lose weight could be making things worse

Sucralose, a widely used alternative to sugar, could actually increase hunger and negatively affect weight loss, a new study says.

Do sugar substitutes actually make you more hungry? A new study suggests this could be true. Photo: Shutterstock
Wellness

How high humidity causes ‘damp’ illnesses, plus TCM experts’ health tips

As Hong Kong edges towards summer, traditional Chinese medicine practitioners share how to protect health by eating, acting and thinking right.

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

Study estimates 25 million people could have Parkinson’s by 2050. Healthy habits can prevent it or slow its progression.

As cases of Parkinson’s disease increase globally, there are ways to reduce your risk, including exercise (above) and a good diet. Photo: Shutterstock
Wellness

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

Ginny MacColl, who was diagnosed with osteopenia in her 40s, says women are never too old to build muscle. Here’s how she does it.

American actress and dancer MacColl is the oldest woman to compete in the long-running US sports entertainment reality show American Ninja Warrior. Photo: Elizabeth Morris/NBC via Getty Images
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong reporter’s 20kg weight-loss journey opens conversation on body image

City desk reporter Oscar Liu shares his trials and triumphs in bringing down his weight from 98kg last September to 78kg in January.

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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.

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.

Nutrition experts describe eating a variety of healthy breakfast foods that include avocado, muesli, eggs, chia pudding, oatmeal, fruits, berries, nuts and seeds. Photo: Shutterstock
Fame and celebrity

How does Michelle Monaghan look so youthful at 48?

At 48, Monaghan hardly looks a day over 30 – here’s what we know about her wellness routine, from her workouts and favourite skincare products to baking as a form of meditation.

Michelle Monaghan looks after her skin – and so doesn’t look a day over 30, despite nearly being in her 50s. Photos: @michellemonaghan/Instagram
Wellness

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.

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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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
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.

Wellness

Here is why literally keeping your cool might help you live longer

Reducing body temperature by entering a torpor-like state, like hibernation in animals, could keep you younger, a study in mice suggests.

Wellness

How weight-loss drugs are reducing snacking and lowering grocery bills

People are buying healthier snacks and household food bills are dropping as GLP-1 weight-loss drugs alter eating habits.

Nuts such as almonds and walnuts are an appropriate snack for people on GLP-1 weight-loss drugs such as Ozempic. Photo: Shutterstock
Food and Drinks

Liquid gold: why leading restaurants are buzzing over making their own honey

From Ukraine to England, famous chefs and their eateries are keeping their own hives to maximise honey’s flavour and health benefits.

Honey for sale at Pula Central Market in Istria, Croatia. Leading international restaurants are looking to make the most of producing their own honey. Photo: Getty Images
Hong Kong society

Editorial | More must be done in Hong Kong’s battle against obesity

Children in Hong Kong are among those falling victim to one of today’s greatest health challenges, which calls for a concerted effort by all.

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Wellness

How much should you eat before, during or after exercise? Expert advice

Nutrition experts on when to eat carbs before workouts, why you needn’t guzzle protein shakes after and why what you eat is most important.

Wellness

Is a vegan diet healthy? Not always, but here’s how to get it right

Nutrition experts give tips on avoiding plant-based pitfalls such as eating too many processed foods and not enough vitamins and minerals.

A vegan poke bowl with fruit and vegetables. Photo: Shuttertstock
Wellness

You can meet your protein needs with a plant-based diet. Here’s how

‘It’s as easy to get protein from sources that grow in the field as it is from the animals that graze there,’ nutrition researcher says.

Soybeans contain high levels of good quality protein. Photo: Shutterstock
Wellness

Which foods help you sleep? Recipes for a good night’s rest in cookbook

Eat better to sleep better is the mantra of a researcher who studied which foods promote and hinder rest. Her findings led to a cookbook.

Wellness

How global obesity epidemic is set to get a whole lot worse

Study projects 60pc of adults, 33pc of children to be overweight or obese in 25 years’ time. Author calls out ‘monumental societal failure’.

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