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Five Tips to Quit Smoking

We are all well aware of the ill effects of smoking, thanks to years of public education. But why do we still smoke then? Why do we persist in doing something that we know is harmful for us and those around us? Some people use smoking as an emotional crutch - they light one up when they are stressed, angry, or upset. And yet there are others who smoke as part of their daily routine, either after a meal or when their peers are doing so. Mark Twain, an American writer, once said, “It is easy to quit smoking. I’ve...

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Six Effective Ways to Keep Your Brain Young

Physical exercise and a healthy diet are undoubtedly essential to achieving good health. The brain health aspect, however, often goes overlooked. In the same way that we exercise our body, our brain also requires workout to strengthen its functions. These functions include memory recall, problem-solving, concentration, and creativity thinking skills; all of which are pivotal to our overall well-being. Read on to find out why focusing on our brain health is important and discover ways to effectively improve your cognitive function. Why is our brain health important? Our brain or cognitive function plays a crucial role in various aspects of...

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The Surprising Health Benefits of Being in Love

Sending fresh flowers, giving decadent chocolates, perhaps having dinner at a fancy restaurant or preparing a surprise gift – Valentine’s Day is an occasion where people pull out all the stops to impress their significant other. Besides setting hearts aflutter (in a good way), such expressions of love are also beneficial to your health. Here are some Valentine’s Day traditions that not only reaffirms your love, but may also have health benefits. Giving Chocolates Cocoa, the main ingredient used to make chocolate, is a natural source of flavonoids, which is an antioxidant to protect us against free radicals. The flavonoids...

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5 Tips To Support Your Kids During Exams

From attempting past years' exam questions to last minute cramming sessions, studying for exams can stress your kids out. As a parent, how can you support your kids? Dr Tan Hwee Sim, Specialist in Psychiatrist & Consultant, Raffles Counselling Centre, shares some tips to help you and your kids navigate through this period: Give Them Emotional Support Your kids’ stress levels will increase during exam time. The last thing you want to do is to burden them with addition stress. "Children may be less familiar with managing their stress as they have less experience encountering and dealing with it...

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