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Maximising the Benefits of Supplements: The Dos and Don’ts

When it comes to improving your health, adding supplements to your diet can be a game-changer. However, they should not replace a balanced diet, which remains your primary source of nutrients. Supplements complement your diet by providing essential nutrients your body may lack. Whether you are new to supplements or a regular user, discover how to maximise their benefits with these six key dos and don’ts. The Role of Supplements Supplements come in various forms, each offering specific health benefits. Here are a few types of supplements and their common uses: Supplement Type Common Benefits...

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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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Your Self-care Guide to COVID-19 Home Recovery

Do you ever feel stressed and uncertain about how it would be to live with COVID-19 in the new normal? Many of us feel the same as we are constantly presented with challenges brought forth by the pandemic. As our nation faces a record wave of COVID-19 infections, home recovery has become the default care arrangement in response to the overwhelming demand for healthcare. According to the Ministry of Health (MOH), over 70 per cent of COVID-19 patients are currently recovering at home. If you have been tested positive for COVID-19 recently and is eligible for home recovery, you might...

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Vitamins and Minerals that Keep Your Immunity Going (II)

“An apple a day keeps the doctor away” is certainly more than just a saying. Our immune system plays an essential role in protecting us against common everyday bacteria and also help us in our recovery from injuries. Our dietary habits and what we feed our body may help to heighten our body defences and fight off harmful organisms. We have learnt in the first part of the article, Vitamins and Minerals that Keeps Your Immunity Going (I), the types of vitamins that help to build up our immune system. However, there are also other nutrient that help to bolster...

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