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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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5 Skincare Tips, Shared by a Dermatologist

As the largest organ in our body, our skin is our first line of defence against germs, bacteria, and pollutants. Glowing, healthy skin is also sign of youth and vitality. By keeping your skin well-maintained, you can stay beautiful longer. In fact, you don’t need to break the bank to get good skin - you can get it by adopting some good skincare habits. Here are some of them: Wear Sunscreen While exposure to sunlight helps your body produce enough vitamin D, too much ultraviolet exposure can harm your skin, leading to various skin conditions like premature skin ageing...

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5 Ways to Keep Your Immune System Strong

A strong immune system keeps sickness at bay. Unfortunately, with the stress and hustle and bustle of modern living, our immune system may get compromised, leaving us vulnerable to viral and bacterial infections. Here are some simple lifestyle changes you can make to keep your immune system strong and healthy. Get Enough Sleep Some may belittle the role sleep plays in our lives, thinking that it only replenishes energy used during the day. However, do you know its benefits go beyond that? “When we sleep, our body produces chemicals and hormones to repair damaged cells,” says Dr Derek Li...

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