Hong Kong’s life expectancy has seen a steady increase over the past half-century. Since 2010, both women and men in Hong Kong have attained the world’s highest life expectancy, but saw a dip during and after the Covid-19 pandemic. According to Worldometer, the life expectancy for men and women in Hong Kong stands at 82.97 yearsContinue reading “Hong Kong has one of the world’s highest life expectancies. Experts give these reasons.”
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Not all sleep is restorative. Learn why and tips for more restful sleep.
Restorative sleep happens when brain activity during sleep helps restore your body and mind, fundamentally resetting you for another day of activity. When you wake up from restorative sleep, you feel well rested and ready for the day. Sleep is non-restorative when you wake up feeling unrefreshed despite having slept 7 to 9 hours ofContinue reading “Not all sleep is restorative. Learn why and tips for more restful sleep.”
Why you’re gaining weight- 6 hidden causes
Finding it difficult to lose weight? There could be underlying reasons preventing you from losing weight. Dr. Ardyce Yik ND has helped many people lose weight successfully by addressing the underlying causes of weight gain or sluggish weight. In her practice, here are 6 of the top reasons why people can’t lose weight on their own: Dr.Continue reading “Why you’re gaining weight- 6 hidden causes”
Harvard researchers: billions worldwide are deficient in essential micronutrients critical to human health
More than half of the global population does not consume adequate levels of micronutrients essential to health, including iron, calcium, and vitamins C and E, according to a Lancet study published in August 2024 by researchers at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, UC Santa Barbara, and the Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN). It isContinue reading “Harvard researchers: billions worldwide are deficient in essential micronutrients critical to human health”
Stanford study: rapid bursts of aging occur in 40s and 60s
A new Stanford study published in August 2024 shows that we humans go through rapid and accelerated bursts of aging, on average at age 44 and then again at age 60. So if you’ve ever felt that your body is breaking down all at once, it might not be your imagination. What does the studyContinue reading “Stanford study: rapid bursts of aging occur in 40s and 60s”
Not your imagination- People are getting sick more often after pandemic. What can we do?
Have you or your loved ones gotten sick more often since the Covid pandemic? You’re not alone. According to a study done by Bloomberg and London-based disease forecasting firm, Airfinity Ltd., at least 13 communicable diseases- from the common cold to measles and tuberculosis- are surging past pre-pandemic levels in regions across the world. The research alsoContinue reading “Not your imagination- People are getting sick more often after pandemic. What can we do?”
International Men’s Health Week- 5 tips for a healthier you!
International Men’s Health Week is typically celebrated during the week leading up to Father’s Day (i.e. this week!). In celebration of the men in our lives making a positive impact, here are a few not-so-common tips for men to stay healthy and to thrive: Happy Men’s Week! May you stay healthy, stay strong and stayContinue reading “International Men’s Health Week- 5 tips for a healthier you!”
Graduation: a new chapter in life
‘Tis the time for graduation and commencement ceremonies around the world. As Dr. Yik and her family celebrates a graduation in the family, below is a commencement speech by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Anna Quindlen that resonated with her. To all who are graduating or celebrating a graduate, congratulations and all the best in your nextContinue reading “Graduation: a new chapter in life”
Bloating and lots of gas? Have loose poop or diarrhea? You may have SIBO.
What is SIBO? Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) is a condition where there is the presence of excessive bacteria in the small intestine. SIBO typically causes chronic diarrhea, pain and malabsorption. People with SIBO may also suffer from unintentional weight loss, nutritional deficiencies, and osteoporosis. SIBO is caused when bacteria (common ones include Escherichia coli, EnterococcusContinue reading “Bloating and lots of gas? Have loose poop or diarrhea? You may have SIBO.”
Ladies, in your 40s and depressed? Here are the reasons why and what you can do about it.
Women are at a higher risk of developing depression or depressive symptoms during the peri-menopause stage of their life than in their pre-menopause or post-menopause years. Researchers have found that peri-menopausal women are twice as likely to be diagnosed with major depressive disorder (MDD) as those who hadn’t yet entered this hormonal transition. The studiesContinue reading “Ladies, in your 40s and depressed? Here are the reasons why and what you can do about it.”
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