Health

Anti-Aging Screening

What You Need To Know

Patrick Kee looks into anti-aging screening and how it is used to fend off the effects of disease and prolong life.

The increasingly visible (and not so visible) effects of aging are a popular conversation topic among those who start to feel and experience them. But is it enough to push us to call on the expertise of an anti-aging specialist?

Eat Smart!

We all come in different shapes and sizes. Nutritionist Looi Hong Keat explains how to eat right based on our body type.

The demands on women to pursue a Size Zero figure are very worrying. Fashion models seen in magazines and on the runway these days add to the misconception that being thin is attractive and healthy – but this could not be further from the truth.

Fashion should not be about size, but about being, looking and feeling good about yourself and your body type, coupled with, of course, the clothes to flatter your figure – regardless of your shape.

Even at 105kg, I didn’t think I was overweight

Azhari Ishak speaks with Sophie T. about his weight loss journey and how he found the perfect balance to achieve good health and fitness.

Azhari Ishak, 26
Fought obesity by setting realistic fitness goals and sticking to a healthy-eating plan.

BeforeBeforeI have always loved my mother’s cooking and would eat ample amounts of her fabulous dishes. But it wasn’t until I completed secondary school that I finally took a good hard look at myself and realised that all that yummy food was the bane of my life!

I LOST 10kg for a new lease on life!

Karen Lim, 22
Lost 10 kilograms through diet control and exercise to achieve her ideal body weight
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BeforeBeforeKaren Lim lets Sophie T. in on the weight loss plan that kick-started her quest for a healthier lifestyle.

I lost weight and gained life

Marcia Wong, 36
Lost 8kg of unwanted weight and gained energy by sticking to healthy lifestyle changes.

At age 30, Marcia Wong could not understand why on top of gaining weight, she was also constantly feeling depressed, tired and easily stressed – until she found a solution that changed her life for the better. She shares her story with Sophie T.

On-the-Go Workout

Personal trainer Marissa Parry lists some simple exercises for a workout that you can do just about anywhere and anytime.

Travel, whether we do it for work or leisure, can be disruptive if you have a regular exercise regime. Falling out of routine can lead to fatigue, feelings of guilt, loss of motivation, and reduced fitness. To help avoid any of these potential downers, here, we show you how you can keep fit while traveling.

Keep in mind that this workout has been designed for healthy adults with an intermediate level of physical fitness. If you are unsure about how to go about these exercises, please consult a personal trainer.

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