A health freak mom's thoughts on health and all things healthy
If you’ve been told you’re prediabetic, you may have started looking at fruit differently. “Isn’t fruit sweet?” “Will an apple raise my blood sugar?” And perhaps the biggest question: Should I avoid fruit altogether? The good news is that you generally don’t need to give up whole fruit because you have prediabetes. In fact, apples…
If you’re Malaysian, chances are santan (coconut milk) has been part of your diet since childhood — in curry, nasi lemak, laksa, rendang and all kinds of kuih and desserts. But is santan actually healthy? Can we eat it every day? And will it raise our blood sugar or cholesterol? The answer is: it depends…
As a 53-year-old woman weighing just 42kg, I’ve recently found myself caught between two seemingly conflicting pieces of advice. My personal trainer keeps telling me to eat more if I want to build muscle. At the same time, health experts are encouraging intermittent fasting, avoiding snacks, and reducing food intake to improve metabolic health and…
Black beans may look humble, but these tiny legumes are packed with powerful nutrition. They have been enjoyed for centuries in many cultures and are now gaining popularity among health-conscious people around the world. Affordable, versatile, and filling, black beans are truly one of nature’s best superfoods. One of the biggest health benefits of black…
As women enter their 50s and beyond, staying active is no longer just about looking good—it’s about preserving health, independence, and quality of life. One of the most powerful yet often overlooked forms of exercise for this stage of life is strength training. With age, our bodies naturally lose muscle mass in a process known…
In today’s fast-paced world, many of us are looking for natural, affordable ways to support our health—especially when it comes to managing blood sugar levels. One humble kitchen ingredient has quietly stood the test of time: fenugreek seeds. Used for centuries in traditional medicine, fenugreek seeds may be small, but they are packed with powerful…
Perimenopause has been quite a journey for me—unexpected mood swings, hot flashes, sudden headaches, irregular cycles, insomnia, panic attack, heart flutter, and now a rising HbA1c level of 6. That number was a wake-up call. It pushed me to take a closer look at my diet, especially my snacking habits. I’ve started cutting down on…
If you’ve ever wondered whether hanging your clothes under the hot sun does more than just dry them, the answer is: yes, it actually helps kill bacteria too. But what about drying indoors with a fan—does it offer the same benefit? Let’s break it down. Sunlight: Nature’s Free Disinfectant Sunlight, especially direct sunlight, has natural…
Stair walking has always been one of my favourite forms of exercise. It’s simple, free, and wonderfully effective. For women in our 50s, stair climbing is more than just a cardio workout — it counts as a natural form of resistance training. Every step helps build muscle strength, improve balance, and most importantly, support better…
When it comes to choosing milk at the supermarket, many people pause at the dairy aisle: Skim milk or full cream milk? Skim milk is often marketed as the “lighter” option, while full cream milk is viewed as more natural and satisfying. But the real question many wonder is: Does skim milk still provide high…