What is Magnesium and what does it do? Magnesium is the eleventh most abundant element and is an important mineral, playing a role in over 300 enzymatic reactions in the human body.1 Because magnesium is required for so many functions, it is a nutrient that the body needs to function optimally and stay healthy. The
What is vitamin C and what does it do Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid is a water-soluble vitamin essential to the body. (1) It is an antioxidant commonly known to strengthen the immune system and may reduce the risk of infections. (2,3) Besides that, vitamin C also helps in collagen formation, wound healing,
“Eat more fiber!” You have probably heard it before. But do you really know why fiber is so good for your health? Fiber is probably best known for its ability to prevent or relieve constipation. But eating foods high in dietary fiber can do so much more than keep you regular. Dietary fiber, commonly known as fiber , is found in the whole foods
Apart from the typical menstrual cramps that is commonly experienced by women during their period, changes in bowel movement are also common throughout the monthly menstrual cycle. Bowel movement changes during menstruation can include constipation, diarrhea or more frequent bowel movements. This article will discuss more on the possible reasons that can affect bowel movements
Everyone knows that heart disease is still the number one killer in Malaysia (1). Therefore, it is important to know its risk factors, in other words, health conditions or lifestyle behaviours that can contribute to heart disease. Who is at risk? People with the below health conditions are at a higher risk of getting heart disease:
“Regular exercise is good for you”- a phrase which is commonly heard of. It is not a new finding that being physically active has shown to have many health benefits, both physically and mentally. Aside from that, could regular exercise play a part in preventing bacterial and viral infections and boosting the immune system? This
What are prebiotics and what do they do Prebiotics are a group of fibers essential to gut health and a source of food for the gut bacteria. This promotes the growth of good gut bacteria, and thus, producing numerous health benefits such as improving gut health, and reducing the risk of chronic diseases like heart
What is Thalassemia? Thalassemia is a genetic condition involving abnormal formation of haemoglobin, an important part of red blood cells. It is estimated that about five percent of Malaysians are carriers. The lack of haemoglobin, does not allow the red blood cell to function properly and they last shorter periods of time, hence there are
What is the immune system and what does it do The immune system is made of many types of organs and cells specialised in fighting germs. There are three lines of defence within the immune system which are vital to protect our body from infections. The first line of defence comprises of the skin, mucus
Premenstrual symptoms (PMS) affect about 40% of women of reproductive age with severe cases occurring in approximately 5%, enough to impair their daily life and relationships. Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) refers to change in mood and emotions, physical health and behaviour which shows up consistently each month. It develops between ovulation and the start of period
Menopause begins one year after a woman has her last menstruation and usually happens after the age of 45. Due to the fluctuation of the estrogen hormone, a number of physical and psychological symptoms can occur, which varies from person to person. The most common symptoms are hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, fatigue, sleep
Everyone knows that the risk of heart attack increases with age, but do you know that it can happen to younger people as well? Statistics show that 24.5% of heart disease patients in Malaysia are below the age of 50. (1) As heart disease remains the number one killer in Malaysia (2), it is important
Human immune system is a network of intricate stages and pathways in the body which protects us against harmful organism as well as certain diseases. It recognizes foreign invaders like bacteria, viruses, and parasites and takes immediate action. Generally, the immune system is able to differentiate between foreign cells and host cells (body’s own cell).
