Health, Nutrition & Fitness

1) Dry, flaky feet Thyroid issues, especially if moisturizer is ineffective. When the thyroid gland (the butterfly-shaped gland at the base of your neck) isn't working correctly, it doesn't generate thyroid hormones, which regulate metabolic rate, blood pressure, tissue growth, and skeletal and nervous system development. According to foot specialist Marlene...

The teenage years are an exciting period of growth and discovery for young people. As your child navigates this transformative time, they are likely to explore a multitude of interests. Among these, sports are likely to be some of the most beneficial and rewarding activities a teen can engage...

Singapore hosts several running events throughout the year, with each one giving people a chance to run for a cause, celebrate physical fitness, and tour the city-state in a unique way. These events also have a way of bringing together running enthusiasts from all over the world, so that...

It could be your behaviour outside of the gym undermining your efforts and even making you store fat if you're utilizing those strength training machines and eating a lot of protein but still not seeing benefits. Here's a brief overview of muscle loss to help you narrow your search. 1)...

Ever rolled your eyes at a gym-goer's discourteous behaviour? If so, you're far from alone. A recent poll involving 2,000 gym-goers revealed 'equipment hogging' as the top irritant. Close on its heels? Loud cursing and off-key singing. Faced with such gym perpetrators, almost 60% claimed they'd confront the culprit; while around...

It's no surprise that pineapples are a favorite fruit among Southeast Asians given how tasty, accessible, and reasonably priced they are all year long. You'll be astonished by the wide range of health advantages as well. 1) Rich in vitamins and minerals Pineapples are a good source of vitamins and minerals,...

Obesity and lifestyle-related illnesses are now on the rise in Singapore, largely due to a continued drop in physical activity among the city-state’s working population. With work-from-home arrangements continuing well after the COVID-19 pandemic, there are now fewer jobs that require daily cycling commutes or walk to and from MRT stations,...

Your diet is meant to fulfill all your nutritional needs but for many people out there that isn’t the case. Whether you’re not choosing the best foods, eating too little of the essential items, or just don’t have the time to make healthy meals every day, you can be...