In one of the health events that I organized recently, we had a request for one vegetarian meal. All other 40 individuals had a delicious non-veg meal but the meal for the vegetarian was forgotten. Finally, the meal arrived but alas it was really pathetic. The vegetarian got a packet of rice, half an egg…
A client recently approached me for dietary and lifestyle consultation. Her complaint was that she has been doing Zumba everyday but not losing weight. This Zumba is of low-moderate intensity and she sweats a lot but alas, the results on the weighing scale show otherwise. I asked her about the exercise and she showed me…
We were excited when we found out that the amazing Dutch Master Chef Sidney Schutte has brought European Fine Dining to the heart of Kuala Lumpur with the opening of MOLINA. Chef Sidney Schutte is a 2-star Michelin chef and his new restaurant, MOLINA, is located on level 51 of THE FACE Style Hotel. MOLINA…
Maristar always amazes and delights with the many fun events held at this happening place. A recent one showcased a fashion show featuring OUTDWELL by Oscar Lee and there were also smart cars plus a special appearance by LASH eyewear from Korea. Then there were the fragrances by ARK which were appealing and had a…
When you go to Qristina’s Kitchen you will step into a fusion of flavour where East meets West in style. The wonderful thing here is that you can indulge in exquisite Chinese cuisine, Western ambience and the finest, MSG-free ingredients. Taste luxury with every bite in this lovely restaurant located at The Signature Suites &…
Nutrition labels are always found at the back of food packaging. Many times, we do not pay much attention to it even though it can help us make healthier eating choices. On this week’s posting, we share with you some tips on how to better read and understand the information on these labels. 1 –…
Detox diets claim to help you lose weight, clear out toxins and boost energy. However, there are not enough scientific evidence to prove these claims. In fact, there are significant risks associated with detoxing and it’s essential to stay away from fad diets that promise dramatic results and are overly restrictive. On this week’s posting,…
Colorectal cancer or colon cancer is now the third most common cancer in both men and women in Asia. Colon cancer develops from certain polyps or growths in the inner lining of your colon. The risk factors include certain medical conditions, genetics and lifestyle choices. Having one or more risk factors for colon cancer doesn’t…
A decision to donate blood can save a life, or even several lives if your blood is separated into its components – red blood cells, platelets and plasma – which can be used individually for patients with specific conditions. Blood donation is crucial for women with complications during pregnancy and childbirth, those with severe anemia,…
Christmas is all about being surrounded by friends, family, loved ones and of course…. FOOD! Health is rarely the first thing we think of during the most beautiful season of the year. Our regular healthy eating routines can be easily forgotten between the countless parties, stream of visitors, and holiday preparations. However, choosing wholesome foods…
