Health Articles
Five simple steps to maintain a healthy kidney
Based on the most recent Singapore Renal registry data for chronic kidney disease, the 3 most common causes of CKD leading to ESRD are diabetic kidney disease, glomerulonephritis and hypertension. Learn five simple steps to maintain a healthy kidney.
Celebrating Eid in a Safe and Healthy Way
The elderly are particular vulnerable in this period due to their weakened immune systems and prevalence of chronic illness. Here are some tips for an older person on how to stay safe and remain healthy during Eid.
Sugar and Inflammation: The Not-so-sweet Connection
Our love hate relationship with sugar could be our daily struggle. Do you know too much of it can cause inflammation to your body? Find out how to start an anti-inflammatory diet with Ms Bibi Chia, Principal Dietitian, Raffles Diabetes & Endocrine Centre.
Exercising to achieve a healthy weight
Weight management involves balancing a nutritious diet, physical activity and overall healthy habits to maintain an ideal body weight. Learn how much exercise you need to reduce your risk of a number of health issues, including heart disease and diabetes.
All you need to know about healthy eating at home
How to keep your nutrition in check through home-cooked meals While working from home, you have lost all sense of time as you were caught…
Five Myths about Durians
Hear what our experts say about the five common myths on the king of the fruit – Durians!
The War With Diabetes. Measures You Can Take To Stay Clear Of Diabetes
It is real. The number of diabetic patients in Singapore is increasing over the years. We bring you through the prevention measures that you can…
Diabetes: It Can Be Complicated
People with diabetes have to deal with both short- and long-term health complications that affect different parts of the body. Read to find out how…
When Your Gut Gets in the Way
When Your Gut Gets in the Way Have you tried most methods to shed some pounds but somehow don’t seem to be able to achieve…
Ask the Expert: Pre-diabetes. How regularly do we need to check for it?
What are some common symptoms of pre-diabetes? How regularly do we need to check for it?