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How strength training builds bone density to head off osteoporosis
On World Osteoporosis Day, meet Jessie Kwong, whose shock diagnosis with the condition at 57 spurred her to join a gym. Now she co-owns one.
20 Oct 2024 - 11:15AM
Baby massage relieved her postnatal depression. Now she teaches it
19 Oct 2024 - 11:15AM
Why do Hong Kong people like 24-hour gyms? Cost is not the only reason
18 Oct 2024 - 11:51AM
Health & Wellness
5 wellness events in Hong Kong this weekend, October 18-20
How active do you want to be this weekend? Pick from a historic walking tour, toddler’s play and yoga, a women’s self-defence class and more.
17 Oct 2024 - 7:30PM
Worshippers burn incense sticks at Che Kung Temple, Sha Tin, one of the historic sites included in a guided tour offered this weekend in Hong Kong. It’s a way to stretch your legs. Photo: Eugene Lee
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Is a colleague struggling with their mental health? Signs to look for
Experts explain what leads to depression at work, red flags from lateness to illness, and how employers can maintain morale and productivity.
16 Oct 2024 - 5:20AM
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Want to prevent dementia? Do exercise, experts say. Here’s why
Any type of exercise is good for your brain, experts say, as it reduces blood pressure and inflammation, increases good proteins, and more.
14 Oct 2024 - 7:15AM
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How to slow skin ageing? Don’t smoke, says expert. Plus other tips
Lines write the story of your life on your face, starting from about the age of 25. But there are steps you can take to limit their spread.
13 Oct 2024 - 5:15PM
Health & Wellness
Why 70 people sat and did nothing for 90 minutes in Hong Kong
The International Space-Out Competition seeks to highlight how sitting still and doing nothing can improve mental health and lower stress.
13 Oct 2024 - 11:17AM
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Many contestants dressed in playful outfits and brought their own chairs to help them space out for 90 minutes. 05OCT24 SCMP / Dickson Lee
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Dyslexia is ‘a superpower’. Learn how to use it to become successful
Dyslexic billionaire Richard Branson has launched free courses for people to learn how to harness dyslexic thinking and make it an asset.
14 Oct 2024 - 11:19AM
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Singaporean beat breast cancer by mixing holistic and conventional medicine
Integrative cancer care helped Singaporean Isabel Galiano survive. Now a cancer coach, she is convinced it benefits the patients she helps.
12 Oct 2024 - 1:15PM
Health & Wellness
How a few drinks can go straight to your heart as well as to your head
Drinking alcohol raises your pulse, and having too much alcohol can interfere with the processes of the heart, according to a new study.
11 Oct 2024 - 6:15PM
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5 must-try wellness things this weekend in Hong Kong, October 10-13
Mark World Mental Health Day with yoga, restore your inner peace with a sound bath and visit a market to promote breast cancer awareness.
10 Oct 2024 - 5:14PM
Tiffany Wan presents a yoga class and a meditation session this Sunday morning. It is one of five wellness events to look forward to this weekend. Photo: Instagram/@tiffanywan
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Want better mental health? How eating fruit and vegetables can help
On World Mental Health Day, experts explain the benefits of eating more fruit and vegetables and how this can reduce depression and anxiety.
10 Oct 2024 - 5:54AM
Health & Wellness
How to get more men to open up about their problems
Men are less likely than women to talk about their feelings, and although more men see therapists these days, many are still reluctant.
9 Oct 2024 - 4:27AM
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These shoe vibrators are made for walking, directing the visually impaired
A shoe-mounted device developed by a Honda-backed start-up sends direction prompts by vibration, and app sounds alerts for potential hazards.
9 Oct 2024 - 2:21AM
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How, for IBS sufferers, lifestyle changes can end the discomfort
A Hong Kong study identifies 5 lifestyle changes that lower the risk of developing irritable bowel syndrome. A sufferer confirms they work.
7 Oct 2024 - 7:15PM
After years of suffering with irritable bowel syndrome, Hong Kong kindergarten teacher Amber Nathaniel made lifestyle changes that ended her suffering. Photo: Amber Nathaniel
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Why ‘quiet’ burnout is especially risky, and tips on how to spot it
‘Quiet’ burnout can cause depression, heart issues and other problems but often goes undiagnosed. Mental health experts explain its symptoms.
6 Oct 2024 - 6:15PM
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‘Carefluencers’ share experience and advice online for fellow carers
Carers in Hong Kong are using social media to share their experiences, offer advice, review products and information, and lift up others.
6 Oct 2024 - 11:15AM
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Keen on quinoa? Why the whole grain packs a powerful nutritional punch
The whole grain is packed with protein and carbs, essential amino acids, B vitamins and fibre – and can be used in a wide variety of recipes.
7 Oct 2024 - 10:06AM
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This 54-year-old has no secrets to ageing well, beyond self-love
After years of being self-conscious, it clicked: ‘This is my body, I want to respect it,’ says Ting Ma, who posts about ageing and self-love.
5 Oct 2024 - 7:56AM
After years of being self-conscious, it clicked: “This is my body, I want to respect it,” says Ting Ma, 54, a Chinese-American social media influencer who posts about ageing, health and self-love on social media. Photo: courtesy of Ting Ma
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How to boost your mood? Study suggests this video game could help
Playing PowerWash Simulator left 7 out of 10 gamers feeling happier after play than before, a study of 8,700 gamers in 39 countries finds.
3 Oct 2024 - 7:15PM
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5 wellness things to do this weekend in Hong Kong, October 4-6
Meditate through dance, relax at a sound healing workshop, attend a strength training class or yoga with brunch, or work on your handstands.
3 Oct 2024 - 3:44PM
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How to fuel your body when trail running to avoid health problems
Many trail runners don’t consume enough calories in races, which can lead to long-term health issues. Hong Kong experts advise what to eat.
1 Oct 2024 - 6:15PM
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