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News and insight on the vegan and vegetarian lifestyles and plant-based diets.

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  • Shirley Kwok of The Cakery, an ex-banker, shares her go-to steakhouse – a favourite not just for the steak but ‘some of the best’ Caesar salad and garlic bread
  • She also reveals which private kitchen she prefers for Cantonese food, where she would take visitors and where in Bali, Indonesia, made her entire family happy

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.

From a diet that Kim Kardashian claims helped her lose 27kg post-pregnancy to the fitness trainers she has worked out with, what the reality television star says she does to lose weight and stay fit.

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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.

Just juice and water? Some say a cleanse will do your body good. Some say it deprives your body of nutrients. We ask experts about the benefits and drawbacks.

Ella Mills’ new cookbook ‘Healthy Made Simple’ features plant-based recipes that take no more than 30 minutes to prepare – the sort of things that helped her overcome postural tachycardia syndrome.

Fans of the 36-hour monk fast include British prime minister Rishi Sunak. People who follow it say it improves digestion, mental clarity and sleep quality, and helps with weight loss and food cravings.

From Barbounaki Kolonaki in Athens to Roganic Hong Kong, eat healthy without compromising on flavour with this list of recommendations by 7 Hong Kong wellness and fashion figures

Chantel Yeung and her Hong Kong-born father own London-based food van Chubby Dumpling, which sells dumplings – including a vegan option – and noodles at city markets and various events.

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.

Eating seeds and nuts is good for us, and – contrary to popular belief – can contribute to weight loss. With the help of a nutritionist, we look at their health benefits and how to eat them.

Taking up distance running has been life-changing for executive Sundeep Singh. He is 22kg lighter, he ran 100 half marathons in 100 days in 2019, and recently did an impromptu 100km overnight run.

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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.

5 celebrities who follow the healthiest diet in the world, from Selena Gomez drinking olive oil before concerts, to Cameron Diaz and Penélope Cruz – but who lost 90kg?

Since 2014, the Veganuary challenge has invited people to go vegan for a month. We give tips for success and explain the health benefits of a plant-based diet, with help from a nutritionist and a chef.

King Charles is the oldest living king in British history – so how does he stay fit? From a plant rich diet to a Royal Canadian Air Force exercise regimen …

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.

Preserved vegetables seasoned with spices and fermented seafood – that’s Unesco’s definition of Korean kimchi. But wait, some producers offer a solution to satisfy vegetarians.

Pickled ginger is often eaten to accompany sushi. It’s known that fresh ginger is packed with health benefits, but what does the science say about the benefits or otherwise of the pickled kind?

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.

Daniel Humm is a chef on a mission. Having turned three-Michelin-star Eleven Madison Park in New York plant-based, he hopes to convince diners they don’t need meat to have a luxurious experience.

Cancer survivor Lyndsay Sung’s cake recipe book Plantcakes features luscious-looking cakes, made without dairy or eggs. Coconut milk ganache and chickpea aquafaba are two key ingredients.

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Malaysian-born WoonHeng Chia’s plant-based Asian recipes have made her one of the most followed vegan food bloggers. Currently based in China, she began posting on YouTube thanks to her daughter.

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Cathay Pacific is offering more plant-forward in-flight meal options for long-haul travellers, including those in economy, after teaming up with Ovolo Hotels’ Hong Kong vegetarian restaurant, Veda.

The daughter of Beatle Paul used her connections to arrange intimate sit-downs with A-list pals including Gigi and Bella Hadid, Cate Blanchett and Jeff Koons – crafting a personalised dish for each celeb she met

Hong Kong residents share where they go for the best vegan food in the city – whether full vegan restaurants or ones that offer vegan dishes – ahead of World Vegan Day on November 1.

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From his skincare routine to his plant-based diet and workout regime with personal trainer Dodd Romero, this is how the rocker stays so youthful as he approaches 60

Inspired by Zen Buddhism and traditional Chinese medicine, Israeli chef Avital Sebbag shares healthy eating tips and a vegan recipe ahead of her visit to a Hong Kong monastery, where she’ll cook plant-based dishes.