https://www.scmp.com/rss/322982/feed en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com Scientists have spent decades and millions of dollars trying to discover and develop better ways to treat people with cancer. But what if cancer’s wonder drug is actually just a brisk walk, slow jog or a few laps of the pool? A growing body of research reveals the potential of exercise as a simple and inexpensive treatment for cancer. At the recent Medical Fair Asia Medicine & Sports Conference in Singapore, one of the talking points was how to create and implement exercise plans for cancer... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/health-beauty/article/2019997/exercise-magic-bullet-cancer-studies-link-it-drop-patient?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/health-beauty/article/2019997/exercise-magic-bullet-cancer-studies-link-it-drop-patient?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 19 Sep 2016 21:33:25 +0000 Protein powders used to be the stuff for elite athletes or frequent exercisers looking to boost their intake of the muscle-building and -repairing nutrient. But in recent years, protein has become a huge functional food and supplement trend, thanks to its broadening appeal with ageing people hoping to stave off muscle loss, dieters hoping to curb their appetite, or vegetarians and vegans looking for an alternative protein source. Protein powders are a quick and convenient way to add protein to... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/health-beauty/article/1986675/4-protein-powders-hong-kongs-health-conscious-all-approved?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/health-beauty/article/1986675/4-protein-powders-hong-kongs-health-conscious-all-approved?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 11 Jul 2016 09:00:30 +0000 If you’re a woman, it’s likely that you have some lumpy, dimpled flesh on your thighs, hips, buttocks and/or abdomen. Reality indeed sucks: cellulite plagues most women, even lean ones. But what if you could reduce this unsightly “orange peel” appearance by just wearing special leggings for eights hours a day for eight weeks? That’s the promise of a new range of slimming leggings from Zarie, an athleisure brand founded by a Hong Kong entrepreneur. “We are thrilled to offer a product that can be... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/health-beauty/article/1939984/can-you-lose-cellulite-hong-kong-athleisure-brands-slimming?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/health-beauty/article/1939984/can-you-lose-cellulite-hong-kong-athleisure-brands-slimming?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 02 May 2016 09:15:00 +0000