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Nutrition and diet

Singapore brand ROA takes its allergen-free cookies to the world

ROA founder Jane Tan with the vegan and allergen-free cake that started it all, the Midnight Cake.
ROA founder Jane Tan with the vegan and allergen-free cake that started it all, the Midnight Cake.

The economics of women’s weight

Most people know that richer people tend to be thinner. Less appreciated is that this divide is largely driven by women, says the writer.
Most people know that richer people tend to be thinner. Less appreciated is that this divide is largely driven by women, says the writer.

Cannibalism is bad for your health, scientists find

CMG0414 Yy / 秀慧 / Man is eating grilled steak at a wooden table. Dinner table concept
CMG0414 Yy / 秀慧 / Man is eating grilled steak at a wooden table. Dinner table concept

Indonesia weighs $2.59 billion cut to Prabowo’s signature free meals programme

Concerns over governance issues, financial mismanagement and the strain on Indonesia’s budget have already weighed on sentiment around the programme.
Concerns over governance issues, financial mismanagement and the strain on Indonesia’s budget have already weighed on sentiment around the programme.

Is frozen yogurt better for you than ice cream?

When eaten in moderation, frozen yogurt and ice cream can fit into a healthy diet, nutrition experts said.
When eaten in moderation, frozen yogurt and ice cream can fit into a healthy diet, nutrition experts said.

Campaign to normalise request for less salt and sauces to roll out in last quarter of 2026

Consumers are encouraged to request for less salt and sauces when dining out, and to go for lower-sodium options which are indicated by the Health Promotion Board decal.
Consumers are encouraged to request for less salt and sauces when dining out, and to go for lower-sodium options which are indicated by the Health Promotion Board decal.

Yoghurt wars: Danone-Chobani clash underscores wider protein battle

Danone has struggled to meet growing consumer demand for high-protein products.
Danone has struggled to meet growing consumer demand for high-protein products.

The Californication of middle-class Chinese diets

Noodles have long been a staple in the Chinese diet. But now a growing middle class is increasing demand for salmon, blueberries and avocados.
Noodles have long been a staple in the Chinese diet. But now a growing middle class is increasing demand for salmon, blueberries and avocados.

How healthy are artichokes?

A variety of artichokes.
A variety of artichokes.

5 health risks from consuming too much protein

Protein is an essential nutrient, but more is not necessarily better.
Protein is an essential nutrient, but more is not necessarily better.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.