The start of the school year always increases the spread of germs. Children are in close contact, sharing items and encountering viruses and bacteria such as the flu/ influenza, Covid, RSV, Mycoplasma, rhinovirus, etc. Besides proper hygiene and cough/sneeze etiquette, getting vaccinated, ensuring adequate sleep and staying active with regular exercise, here are five healthContinue reading “Back to school: 5 tips to stay healthy and avoid the germs”
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Sugary drinks and nutrient deficiencies linked to hair loss
According to evolutionary biologists, hair is more than just a biological feature; it is a secondary sexual trait deeply tied to an individual’s self-esteem and psychological well-being. Alopecia (i.e. hair loss) is a distressing condition that affects people of all ages. While alopecia and general hair follicle health are influenced by heredity, hormonal changes, medicalContinue reading “Sugary drinks and nutrient deficiencies linked to hair loss”
World happiness report: the happiest countries and reasons why you’re unhappy (and what to do about it)
Finland ranks no.1 on the annual World Happiness Report’s of the world’s happiest countries for the 8th straight year. The report, published today on the UN’s International Day of Happiness, is based on the analysis of how residents of over 140 countries rate their quality of life. With 10 meaning someone is currently living theContinue reading “World happiness report: the happiest countries and reasons why you’re unhappy (and what to do about it)”
Got high cholesterol? Here’s what you should check next, according to research and longevity experts.
Our bodies need cholesterol to build the structure of cell membranes, make key hormones and bile acids needed to digest and absorb fats as well as vitamin D. Cholesterol is essential for your body, but what happens if cholesterol levels are elevated? If your doctor tells you your cholesterol levels are too high, here isContinue reading “Got high cholesterol? Here’s what you should check next, according to research and longevity experts.”
Chronic cough? Can’t get rid of phlegm? Exposed to toxins? Nebulized NAC can help.
Whether you are fighting a phlegmy cough, postnasal drip or a lung condition like COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), excessive phlegm is never pleasant to deal with. Chronic smokers and allergy sufferers are also often plagued with mucus problems. How can NAC help? N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC) is a potent antioxidant with anti-inflammatory, mucolytic and immuno-modulatingContinue reading “Chronic cough? Can’t get rid of phlegm? Exposed to toxins? Nebulized NAC can help.”
Hong Kong has one of the world’s highest life expectancies. Experts give these reasons.
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.”
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”
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