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Healthy eating articles, news and features, with a millennial focus, including food, nutrition, diet, clean eating and health.
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‘Hero of his own life’: how this Hongkonger beat high cholesterol in 12 months

Shashank Gangil had high cholesterol, signs of fatty liver and plantar fasciitis. Here’s how he got in top shape before his twins were born.

Food and Drinks

How asparagus benefits your health – and the different ways to cook it

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How cooking can help lower your dementia risk – even just 1 meal a week

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She was a 102kg diabetic with a ‘death wish’. After losing 40kg, she’s thriving

Keya Wingfield comfort-ate to morbid obesity after her baby son died. An epiphany led to her losing 40kg and reversing type 2 diabetes.

Award-winning chef Keya Wingfield overate to numb her grief after the death of her newborn son in 2021, reaching a weight of 102kg by 2023. She shed 40kg by 2025. Photos: Instagram/keyaandco, courtesy of Keya Wingfield
Food and Drinks

Alcohol-free drinks are on the rise. Here’s what’s new on menus

From Chinese-style sparkling tea to shrubs and verjus to spirit alternatives, here are some non-alcoholic alternatives now on menus.

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Are trends like ‘fibermaxxing’ and ‘proteinmaxxing’ actually healthy?

Experts say more is not always best when it comes to protein and fibre. Here’s some advice on balanced nutrition and gut health.

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How chefs are reimagining avocado beyond guacamole

Just as good in ice cream and cocktails as on toast or in salad, the fruit known as ‘green gold’ offers all-round benefits and great taste.

Guacamole is ideally made from overripe avocados. Photo: Mission Produce
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‘A shell of myself’: colon cancer survivor who became viral fitness influencer

Bill Maeda, 57, is an unconventional fitness influencer who doesn’t count reps and has some clients exercise for just 10 minutes a day.

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‘A healthy meal helps you heal’: doctors on why food is the best medicine

What we eat has a significant impact on our health, but is rarely treated like medicine. Nutrition experts explain why it should be.

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Will the Hong Kong government weight-management plan really help kids?

The proposed action plan includes the Education Bureau’s suggestion of school weigh-ins, which has sparked concern among dietitians, psychologists and NGOs.

The Hong Kong government’s proposal to address obesity among the city’s children includes a controversial plan for school weigh-ins. Photo: Shutterstock
India

India’s weight-loss drug price war begins as key patent expires

Generic slimming drugs are expected to flood a market where one in four adults are currently either overweight or obese.

A group of women walk on a street in Madurai, Tamil Nadu. About a quarter of India’s adult population is either overweight or obese. Photo: LightRocket via Getty Images
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How a mother’s 22kg weight loss led to bodybuilding and a healthy snack brand

Chinese-Canadian Jenny Yue rapidly gained weight during the pandemic, but lost it all just as quickly through diet and exercise.

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Microplastics are a problem. These innovators are finding clever solutions

Microplastics have been linked to human health issues from low fertility to heart attacks. But some pioneers are fighting back.

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Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Hong Kong launches 3-year action plan to help residents fight the flab

Proportion of Hongkongers who are obese or overweight has been rising in recent decades.

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There are many forms of exercise to help with weight loss, experts say. Photo: Eugene Lee
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Why electrolyte drinks like Gatorade and Pocari Sweat aren’t always beneficial

Health professionals explain who does and doesn’t benefit from electrolyte supplements and why making them at home isn’t a good idea.

The electrolytes in drinks like Pocari Sweat and Gatorade are electrically charged substances that help regulate chemical reactions in the body. Photo: Shutterstock
Food and Drinks

Why dates are healthier than sugar – but can you tell the varieties apart?

Popular gifts at religious events like Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr (the end of Ramadan), dates are now catching on outside the Muslim world, partly due to their lower glycaemic index.

Food and Drinks

Why do Chinese love water chestnuts? All about the lucky ‘horse’s hoof’

A humble and vastly underrated ingredient, water chestnuts are used in a popular Lunar New Year dessert and also have many health benefits.

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Want to beat your sugar cravings? How to cut down and even quit sugary foods

Kick-start your sugar-free journey with expert tips on managing cravings, mindful snacking and embracing healthier substitutes.

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This Singapore-based executive lost 21kg in 9 months and cured his knee pain

Weighing 93kg was a wake-up call for Ben Payet, whose health journey fixed a knee issue that threatened to stop him running for good.

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Can drinking tea and coffee reduce dementia risk? Yes, according to a study

A study conducted over 43 years suggests drinking two to three daily coffees, or one to two cups of tea, for a reduced risk of dementia.

Thailand

Why Thailand is cutting back the sugar in coffee and tea

With Thais averaging 21 teaspoons of sugar a day – triple WHO limits – officials urge cafes to cut syrup to lower diabetes and obesity risks.

Customers wait for their coffee outside a coffee shop in Bangkok, Thailand on Wednesday. Photo: AP
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How much fat you should eat a day and why your brain needs it

Fat is vital, but it must be the right sort. Experts explain why that is, what the best foods to eat are, and how many grams you should eat.

A study suggests that high-fat dairy products, such as cheese, may lower dementia risk. Quality fats are crucial for brain health and function. Photo: Shutterstock
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How much coffee to drink a day to get the most health benefits? Experts reveal

Studies show that drinking coffee comes with a range of health benefits. We look at what they are and how much is best to drink.

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How do superagers stay so young? Genes can play a key role, study suggests

People in their 80s with high brain function are far less likely to carry the APOE4 gene than those showing mental decline, research finds.

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‘I fought back’: how Heather Mills took control of her health via her diet

Paul McCartney’s ex-wife Heather Mills reveals how a plant-based diet and later focus on low-fodmap foods have had huge impacts on her life.

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Heather Mills is an English entrepreneur, philanthropist and activist who heads VBites, a producer of meat and dairy alternatives, and No Bloat, which focuses on low-fodmap ready meals. Photo: Instagram/heathermillsofficial
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Celebrities turn to this acclaimed doctor’s rejuvenating gut health advice

The likes of Penélope Cruz, Sofía Vergara and Gwyneth Paltrow are loyal clients who have adopted Dr Nigma Talib’s diet-focused methods to deal with ageing.

Dr Nigma Talib is a naturopathy practitioner who believes what we eat and drink can reverse the signs of ageing. Photo: Handout
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How a vegan diet can help prevent and manage cancer, and the foods to focus on

Experts talk about the links between diet and disease and why one of the best reasons to eat a plant-based diet is to help prevent cancer.

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Explainer | What is ‘soft January’? New trend helps you start the year with less pressure

January means ambitious fitness and career goals for many of us. Wellness experts explain the ‘quiet reset’ alternative that’s catching on.

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