Browsing: Digestive System

In a devastating incident in Lamitan, Basilan, two children tragically lost their lives, and three others were hospitalised after consuming pufferfish, known locally as “butete.” 

When mysterious white pills were circulating in South Kalimantan, no one expected that dozens of people would end up in hospital with Datura poisoning.  This shocking incident sparked widespread panic and concern over the dangers of consuming drugs of unknown origin.

Recently, a viral video on social media showed an angry woman buying UHT milk at a minimarket. In the video,…

Lab-grown meat, also known as designer, cultivated, or cell-based meat, uses biotechnology to genetically engineer real meat directly from animal cells. It was first created in 2013 by Mark Post, a researcher at the public research university in the Netherlands, the University of Maastricht. At that time, one hamburger using lab-grown meat cost $320,000 to create. 

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As the Ramadan season embraces innovation in traditional foods, a new trend has taken social media by storm – butter-filled dates. 

Takashimaya Department Store had to announce a product recall after accidentally selling a sample product. The customer bought a sample cake last Sunday. A sample version of the cake, “Galette des Rois”, from DonQ, was accidentally sold to a customer. Subsequently, Takashimaya had to put out a notice warning the customer not to consume the product. The warning does not include the dangers of consuming the cake.

What’s on your Christmas plate? From roasted turkey to mince pies, find out which festive favourites are health-friendly and which to enjoy sparingly. Plus, get tips to balance indulgence and nutrition this season.

The partnerships between the DOH, UNICEF, UNOPS, and the World Bank mark a significant step towards addressing malnutrition in the Philippines. The PMNP promises to create a healthier and more prosperous future for the Filipino people. Through collaboration and shared commitment, the partners aim to break the cycles of poverty and malnutrition. Consequently, fostering long-term growth and development.

The gallbladder, a small, pear-shaped organ beneath the liver, plays a crucial role in our digestive system. However, its health is often overlooked until discomfort and illness strike. In the second part of this series, we look at the diagnosis, treatment and prevention measures of gallbladder conditions with Dr Lee Ser Yee. Dr. Lee Ser Yee specialises in Hepatopancreatobiliary surgery (HPB), Liver transplantation, and minimally invasive Surgery (MIS). His area of expertise lies in minimally surgery to treat liver, gallbladder and pancreas diseases.