An American podcaster, who grew up fat and eating lots of junk food, describes his weight-loss journey – from being a 190kg fast-food addict to a trim 63kg advocate of the plant-based lifestyle.

Whooping cough, or pertussis, is distinguished by the sound made by inhaling after a coughing fit. Since 2023, there has been an increase in cases of the infection, which can last for three months.

Hong Kong mum Melisa Fu O’Connor describes how and why she gave up drinking to avoid ‘hangxiety’ – feeling stress, panic and fear while hungover – to lead a more fulfilling life.

Ng Chee Soon, who at 60 was the oldest Singaporean to swim across the English Channel in a relay team, explains how he trained for swimming in the cold, the dark and more for the long-distance race.

Singapore-based banker Julianne Danielle Lim was devastated by her cancer diagnosis, but after hitting rock bottom she turned her life around – by changing her lifestyle and her thinking.

Whether fasting for a day for weight loss or for holy seasons like Lent and Ramadan, these expert tips will help you optimise nutrition, avoid food cravings, counter dehydration, and more.

So you suffer from difficulty sleeping. Do you know a plant-based diet may help? Dietitians and health coaches explain why – and break down which fruit, vegetables and nuts best combat insomnia.

On World Obesity Day, a doctor explains the benefits of eating foods that cause weight loss similar to medication like Ozempic but without side effects, such as berries, broccoli, spinach, beans and tofu.

A breast cancer survivor and a doctor give tips on how to deal with a cancer diagnosis, including focusing on treatment options, staying positive, asking questions and letting emotions out.

So you already eat a plant food diet? Congratulations! Now make it even more healthy by following these guidelines from nutritionists to get the most benefit from the fruit and vegetables you eat.

Increased longevity, improved sleep, minimising of arthritis and joint pain, less erectile dysfunction, fewer period pains – a diet of whole plant foods has multiple health benefits you might not expect.

Singaporean fitness influencer Cheryl Tay struggled with body dysmorphia for more than 10 years, over-exercising, starving and binge eating. Today, happy and healthy, Tay shares her story.

Can adopting practices such as exercising, eating more whole plant-based foods, and quitting drinking help lower the risk of cancer? And if so, by how much? Experts explain.

A Hong Kong volunteer and a psychologist explain the health and happiness benefits of being kind and helping others, even with the simplest acts, such as a smile or compliment.

A retired special-needs teacher and an elder-care doctor explain how to live a happy, purposeful and rewarding life after retirement, a period of huge life change that can affect mental health.

Full of nutrients and phytochemicals that help prevent and even reverse cancer and other chronic diseases, plant-based foods are medicine. We look at their diverse health benefits with help from experts.

Depression is not contagious, but can affect you if you look after someone with the condition, a psychiatrist says. A Singapore lawyer with depression, and her fiancé, stress the need for self-care.

Intermittent fasting. or IF – practised by stars such as Jennifer Aniston, Scarlett Johansson and Chris Hemsworth – could be key to reducing the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, a study suggests.

Mammograms catch breast cancer early better than self-examination, and early detection increases a patient’s survival chances and reduces the need for total mastectomy and chemotherapy.

Depression is one of the most common mental illnesses, yet it still carries a stigma. On World Mental Health Day, we dispel 8 myths surrounding the condition.

A new study of the link between insomnia and heart attacks shows how important it is to get enough good-quality sleep. A sleep coach and a cardiologist offer advice on getting better rest.

Getting enough of the eight B vitamins is important; if you don’t, it can affect how your body absorbs nutrients and leave you fatigued. Nutritionists set out the foods high in B vitamins and which supplements to take.

Mathea Allansmith, 93, the oldest woman to complete a marathon, shares her tips for staying fit, healthy and active, from avoiding processed foods to exercising regularly – no excuses – to having the right mindset.

Listen to your feet – they could be telling you there is something wrong with your heart. Experts describe the symptoms that may signal problems with your cardiovascular system.

A lymphatic drainage massage specialist to the stars, a naturopath and a practitioner share tips on how to safeguard your lymphatic system’s health, and explain why it is so important to our well-being.

Exercising with joint pain may be ‘the last thing you want to do’, but research shows it aids surgery recovery and relieves discomfort, as it did for one Zimmer frame-bound osteoarthritis sufferer.

Singaporean Daniel Lim, who looks after his sick parents, shares how he got over carer burnout – physical, emotional and mental exhaustion – while an expert reveals how to prevent it.

Yogurt, kimchi and other fermented foods have long been known for promoting gut health, but new research suggests they could also boost brain health. Experts explain why, and which foods are the best.

With International Day of Yoga falling on June 21, two Hong Kong yogis describe 9 yoga styles and how they benefit your physical and mental health, so you can choose the one that suits you.

Mushroom coffee is trending, driven by its health-enhancing properties. Nutritional therapist Katia Demekhina explains its benefits for our brains, energy and immune systems.