What does it mean to be obese if you feel healthy? BMI is only part of the answer. Asian risk thresholds and a proposed rethink of obesity explain why the label needs a closer look.
Protein restriction has produced intriguing longevity effects in animals. Experts explain why humans should not cut protein yet, especially as muscle needs rise with age.
Addiction is not a failure of willpower. Treatment can address withdrawal, cravings and the triggers that make quitting so difficult.
GLP-1 drugs may do more than suppress appetite. Early trials suggest semaglutide can reduce alcohol cravings and heavy drinking, although it remains an unproven addiction treatment.
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Sleeping an extra hour each night may naturally help you eat less. A clinical trial found adults who extended their sleep consumed around 270 fewer calories daily – without dieting or exercising more.
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Men's Health
Robotic surgery is often misunderstood. Dr Fam Xeng Inn explains how robotic-assisted surgery works, when it is used, its benefits for patients, and why the surgeon—not the robot—remains in control.
Chronic stress and long hours may be masking a serious hormonal issue. Discovering the truth behind testosterone deficiency symptoms could be the key to reclaiming your energy and health.
Women's Health
Confusion, unusual beliefs and sleepless energy after childbirth may signal postpartum psychosis. Here is how families can recognise this rare emergency and act quickly.
Clomiphene has long been used in fertility care across Asia. New research suggests higher cumulative exposure may increase miscarriage and multiple birth risks without improving the chance of a live birth.
Cancer
Robotic surgery is often misunderstood. Dr Fam Xeng Inn explains how robotic-assisted surgery works, when it is used, its benefits for patients, and why the surgeon—not the robot—remains in control.
A silent killer is quietly outpacing other diseases in Singapore. To fight back, local researchers including senior consultant liver, pancreas and transplant surgeon Dr Glenn Bonney have been developing a novel pancreatic cancer vaccine Singapore patients could eventually benefit from.
Gastrointestinal
Read MoreMore young adults are being diagnosed with colorectal cancer, both in Asia and globally. Doctors say recognising the symptoms early and attending screening when eligible could make all the difference.
Social media is buzzing about the boy kibble diet, a minimalist meal of ground meat and rice. While it is efficient for muscle growth, is it actually healthy?
Thinking of surviving on instant noodles for a week? From sodium overload to missing nutrients, here is how your body may react.
