Well-Being
Explainer | Talking scents: aromatherapy’s benefits for mind and body
Aromatherapy using essential oils can relieve pain, lift spirits and soothe the digestive system, and is being used to treat side effects of cancer treatment.
Yoga centre to shut near world’s costliest shopping strip amid rent quibbles
Fivelements is the latest to pull back, as businesses grapple with how to price Hong Kong’s commercial real estate while consumption is yet to fully recover.
5 celebrities who changed their lives with weight loss surgery
Golden Globe nominated actress Gabourey Sidibe lost 68kg and Donald Trump’s nemesis Rosie O’Donnell lost 23kg thanks to weight loss surgery – so were they glad they did it?
How to be mindful when you’re not in the mood
Practise mindfulness when you’re angry; you’ll be happier in the long run.
Got a Valentine’s Day first date? Here are the questions to ask to make a second date more likely
Remember: it’s not an interview!
6 alternatives to soda that are better for your health
Make the most refreshing drinks out of ingredients you probably have at home.
6 easy steps to make perfect salad
Here are six steps to a refreshing, satisfying and beautiful meal.
Hong Kong health care firms lead the way in Greater Bay Area integration
Health care is a vital part of Beijing’s goal to make the Greater Bay Area liveable for migrants. The inclusion of Hong Kong-based providers in the mainland’s insurance network is likely to spur cross-border flow of talent.
5 ways to improve your mental health during social distancing
Psychotherapist explains how social isolation, restrictions on activity, and limited contact with friends can increase the risk of depression
10 philosophical novels to read in times of uncertainty
If you’re self-isolating, in quarantine, or social distancing due to the coronavirus, you probably have a lot of questions. These books may help.
6 tips for your mental health during self-isolation
The coronavirus has us self-quarantining, social distancing, and generally spending time alone. Here’s some advice to help you manage your emotional well-being.
Keep calm and cook chicken soup while you self-isolate
This Japanese recipe is uber comforting, especially in these uncertain times
8 reasons to exercise outdoors
You may spend most of your day indoors self-isolating due to the coronavirus situation, but if you can get outside to exercise, you'll reap benefits for your physical and mental health.
Why you shouldn’t pull an all-nighter, and how to deal if you have no choice
Sleep deprivation can be as dangerous as drinking alcohol, and can have a serious effect on your memory, mood and diet
How to stay healthy on flights amid the coronavirus epidemic
As Covid-19 continues to spread, here are 12 expert tips from medical professionals to help you avoid catching an infectious disease
Do I have conjunctivis?
You could have a highly contagious viral infection – here's when you need to call in sick.
When dating and job hunting rules unite
Whether you are looking for a life partner or a new professional path, there are rules that apply in both areas that make you more likely to achieve your goal
10 gross habits that spread a virus
As the Wuhan coronavirus spreads far beyond China's borders to countries around the world, here are common tendencies to avoid.
The best way to protect against the coronavirus
There is no known cure for Covid-19, but this is one way to reduce the likelihood of infection.