Menopause Revealed: Signs, Stages, Types and Treatment
Entering menopause is a natural process that occurs in women. Menopause is characterised by a significant hormonal change, where ovulation stops and production of oestrogen and progesterone ceases, signalling the end of fertility. With many signs and symptoms, menopause can be a very turbulent journey for women, which is why it’s important to be equipped with all information before we start our 3rd age.
Read MoreDiabetes — Early Signs, Causes, Types and Treatment
Diabetes is on the rise and young people more than ever before are getting diagnosed with this chronic condition. Western Pacific region has the 3rd highest prevalence of diabetes in the world, and this is expected to rise by 5% in the next decade. Why?
Read MoreThe Vegan Diet and Lifestyle: Benefits, Risks and Meal Plans
Vegan diet is more than a diet - it’s a lifestyle. The main focus behind a vegan diet is to improve animal welfare and to reduce our environmental footprint. Also, research shows that it has protective effects against cancers, diabetes and heart diseases. But, are there any downsides to being a vegan, and if so, how can we overcome them?
Read MoreRecipe: Spicy Bombay potatoes
For an even quicker option, add a jar of your favourite curry sauce to replace the tomatoes and curry paste.
Read MoreThe Suicide Epidemic – the alarming rise in suicides
We are living in a world where 1.4% of global deaths can be attributed to suicide and unfortunately this percentage continues to rise. What is going wrong and how can humanity intercept these unfortunate events?
Read MoreTurmeric (Curcuma longa)
Turmeric is a spice we all know for its bright yellow color, and for being a major ingredient in curry powder. Apart from being used for culinary purposes, turmeric also has a long history of being used in natural and traditional medicine. In the last decade, turmeric has garnered special attention due its active ingredient curcumin that has shown to exhibit quite powerful biological and medicinal properties.
Read MoreRecipe: Potato, tuna and sweet corn salad
Use the tuna in your pantry to make a quick and easy healthy salad as a snack or a light meal.
Read MoreMagnesium (for a great night of sleep)
Magnesium is a mineral involved in more than 300 enzyme processes that help build proteins, regulate blood sugar, blood pressure, repair DNA, and provide support for muscle and nerve functions. We usually obtain magnesium from food sources, but sometimes a magnesium deficiency can occur. Let’s see why it happens and how we can prevent it.
Read MoreRecipe: Fudge two ways
This super easy chocolate fudge is smooth and creamy without any beating! I’ve made two versions here - cookies and cream, and cranberry pistachio. Recipe adapted from Chelsea Sugar.
Read MoreExercise Guide to: Boulder Shoulders
The wide shoulder physique, triangle shape or v shape is a concept that many men chase for its aesthetic benefit. Majority of us are training shoulders too many times during the week, with too many exercises and not enough of an education on what is the most effective way to train our shoulders. Let’s change that.
Read MoreRecipe: Smoked sausage, potato and capsicum medley
A simple and delicious potato medley perfect for lunch or dinner. Make this delicious dish to enjoy with the family or as a nice and quick dish to share with friends.
Read MoreHedonic Treadmill: How does it affect our Level of Happiness
Many of us find ourselves constantly chasing the next best thing in hope that it will make us happier. Psychologists call this phenomenon the Hedonic Treadmill. But what are we really chasing? Can we truly create happiness? Research says that there are 3 key ways we can improve our happiness beyond this cyclic chase.
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