Nutrition and diet

How to get enough fibre at breakfast, lunch and dinner

It can seem like a big challenge to eat enough fibre, but nutrition experts say it does not have to be.

North Korea touts barbecue restaurant boom, but sceptics dismiss it as propaganda

State media has announced over a dozen new “bulgogi” restaurants nationwide, a Korean word that usually refers to grilled meat in North Korea.

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My child just turned one: What nutrients do they need?

Nutrients in Nestle Nan Optipro needed for toddler growth, development and immune function

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Can I eat out and still watch my sodium levels?

HPB noted that some dishes which have become popular in recent times tend to be served in larger portions and are also higher in calories, fat and sodium.

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Simple diet and exercise changes can help seniors stay strong as they age

To build and protect muscle, associate professor Samuel Chew, senior consultant in geriatric medicine at CGH, stressed that nutrition needs to go hand in hand with physical activity.

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Think all fresh milk is the same? The journey matters more than you think

The freshness of milk is about more than just its best-by date; its journey before reaching your glass matters too.

Beat the haze: 5 TCM herbs and recipes to soothe dry throats and nourish the body

Ba Wang Hua Soup features dried night blooming cereus, a flower that is believed in TCM to help with detoxification, such as reducing heat in the lungs.

Do I really need to eat 30 different plants each week?

Eating 30 plants a week, some say, will diversify your gut microbiome and in turn, improve your health.

Why intense exercise makes you want to poop

Consuming a heavy meal before high-intensity exercise may trigger the urge to poop.

No sugar, no problem? The limits of Singapore’s Nutri-Grade labels

Label awareness is prompting consumers to pivot towards “healthier” alternatives to sugary drinks, but does not reduce reliance on sweetened beverages, the writers say.

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