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June 11th, 2021
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Postpartum Shapewear

Motherhood is a bitter sweet journey. It changes you inside and out.  After giving birth, your body goes through massive changes from the shape of your breasts and body to your clothing size, your skin texture (you’ll notice unsightly stretch marks on your midsection, hips and butt), hip width and for some women, even their fingers expand to the extent that they can no longer wear their wedding ring.

As you adapt your new life with a baby, it may feel overwhelming with the lack of time you have for yourself, your spouse and other kids and the lack of sleep. Some women even battle with postpartum blues.  To top it all, you may have postpartum pain and backache.

To help manage pain, many new mothers wear a postpartum wrap or postpartum abdominal band waist trimmer.

 

Postpartum wraps have been worn by women all over the world for ages after child birth.  Benefits of wearing postpartum wraps are:

1.  As light body support after child birth. When tissues and organs start to go back into place, a belly wrap can help you feel better.

2.  Light compression from postpartum wraps can support your natural transverse abdominal muscle when you can’t contract yet.

3.  Provide support for your core and pelvic floor. While postpartum wraps compress, it’s gentle and targeted to hold your ligaments and muscles in place and speed recovery after childbirth.

4.   Some women experience back pain after childbirth. Wearing a postpartum wrap help with abdominal support and alleviate back pain.

5.   They assist with spinal alignment encouraging the organs, uterus and muscles to get back into normalcy after childbirth.

6.  They help to improve body image and posture.

A medical study from 2012 showed that wearing postpartum girdles can help women safely strengthen their core over time, especially when used in combination with physical therapy.

Postpartum wraps and other shapewear that help to enhance bodily feature can be easily sourced from online apparel stores or specialized waist trainer wholesale shops.

If you decide to try wearing a postpartum wrap, make sure it’s not too tight.  This is because extra compression puts more pressure on your pelvic floor, which is especially weak after childbirth and also holds a lot of weight during pregnancy.  If you have incontinence, leaking or vaginal prolapse, be cautious about using these belly wraps.

Remember that the best way to help your body recover after birth is to rest as much as you can, eat only wholesome and nourishing food, drink enough clear fluids and have a positive mindset.

 

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August 7th, 2020
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Brainzyme Review – A Supplement For Brain Power

Recently some of my friends lamented to me that they dreaded going back to the office to work after spending several months working from home while in home quarantine. No one looks forward to waking up between 4 a.m. to 6 a.m. to get their kids ready for school and then get ready for work. Braving through horrendous traffic jam, occasionally dozing off behind the wheels at traffic lights stops, struggling to keep awake during meetings and beating a mental fog while rushing to submit reports and proposals are some of the struggles that  full-time working moms and even dads battle with every work day.

Most people do not have enough time in one day to clock in 7-8 hours of sleep and some people, like me, are constantly chronically sleep deprived.  On school-going days, I am already up and about at 4:30 a.m.. After sending Cass up the school van at 6-ish in the morning, I run for half an hour before rushing home to send Sherilyn to school.  If I do not have work to submit to my bosses on that day, I go to the park and run for another 30 minutes.  By 10-ish a.m, my step count hits 10,000 and my energy level goes down south.  By this time, while staring at work on the PC screen, I feel cloudy-headed and I can’t think of what to write and eventually snooze off for half an hour.

What if I could get something that is completely natural, plant based and in full compliance with UK Department of Health and EFSA statutory legislation to help me prolong my energy level and stay focused for up to 8 hours?  There is indeed a supplement for your brain called that you can pop to give you the much-needed brain power to accomplish your long list of To-Do Tasks in a day!

Brainzyme is a natural nootropic (brain food supplement), nutritional cognitive enhancer or nutritional smart drug,  a substance that enhances mental performance without the use of drugs. It is made from all plant-based ingredients and suitable for vegans and vegetarians with no added preservatives, no animal derived ingredients and never tested on animals.  Plus point for animal lovers!

What is Brainzyme?
Brainzyme is UK’s first all natural food supplement cognitive enhancer. They are scientifically proven to support mental performance, concentration and help reduce tiredness. The ingredients are non-toxic and safe even for children.

Brainzyme Ingredients
Each capsule has matcha, Guarana and 7 other vitamins and minerals. I will list all the ingredients below and how they can support your body.

    • Matcha – this is green tea leaves ground down into a powder; which is packed with antioxidants helping focus.
    • Guarana – a plant native to Amazonian region. It’s seeds contain natural caffeine which is released in a sustained manner helping with alertness. Guarana has an antioxidant profile similar to that of green tea.
    • Choline – an important nutrient that is helpful for brain health.  This can be found in foods like eggs, fish, beans and nuts.
    • Caffeine – this improves concentration.
    • Vitamin B5 – (Pantothenic acid) an essential nutrient that contributes to normal mental performances.
    • Vitamin B6 – (Pryoxidine) an essential nutrient that contributes to normal-energy yielding metabolism and reduction of fatigue.
    • Vitamin B12 – (Cobalamin) this nutrient can also contribute to the reduction of fatigue and tiredness.
    • Vitamin B1 –  (Thiamine) this nutrient contributes to normal-energy yielding metabolism and function of the nervous system.
    • Iron – this essential mineral contributes to normal cognitive function.
    • Zinc – this mineral contributes to normal DNA synthesis and cognitive functions.
    • Iodine – this nutrient contributes to normal cognitive and neurological functions

What Can Brainzyme Do For You?
Brainzyme is an advanced brain food supplement with scientifically proven plant-powered ingredients that provide you with:

    • Calm focus.  It supports clearer thinking so that you can get more done.
    • Strong focus and concentration.
    • Motivated mood support.
    • Up to 8-hour energy.
    • Memory support.

Who Should Consume Brainzyme?
Professionals, students, moms, dads, athletes, anyone who wishes a boost in their focus, mood and energy level.

Media and Endorsement
The scientifically proven claims made by Brainzyme are verified and compliant with UK regulatory agencies in compliance with statutory regulations enforced by the Department of Health (UK), Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (UK), Food Standards Agency (UK), Trading Standards (Scotland) and the European Food Safety Authority (EU).

Brainzyme has been featured in The Times, Forbes and Nutraceutical Business Review with endorsements from doctors, psychologists and Olympians.

Brainzyme formulas are British nutritional scientist audited, and Trading Standards approved with full Department of Health compliance.

In 2016, they were the first company in the UK to launch a nootropic that was fully compliant with all 6 governing agencies.

Brainzyme are also the first, with MHRA (Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency) guidance, to use the term ‘cognitive enhancer’ on product packaging.

In 2017 they developed a nootropic that incorporated 3 functions into one:
(1) an advanced brain supplement (2) a probiotic (live culture) and (3) a full range of essential minerals and vitamins.

 

Is Brainzyme safe and legit?
Yes it is legit and safe. You can do your own research on Brainzyme by browsing the web for more information.

Can Children Consume Brainzyme?
Yes, both products (Focus Original and Focus Pro) can be taken by anyone who is above 10 years old. But the limit is 1 capsule for a 10 year old as this is in line with UK regulation since it has caffeine in it from natural sources such as guarana and green tea.

The Brainzyme Focus Range is good for calming down students/kids with ADHD.

Both Focus Original and Professional will help kids focus in their studies.

Dosage:

10-16 year olds : may take 1 capsule

16+ years and above: may take 2 capsules

 

What side effects can you get with Brainzyme?

Brainzyme does not generally cause any side effects in the majority of customers. However, some customers have reported side effects as listed below:

Thirst: The most commonly reported side-effect is an increased need for water (20-30% of customers experience this).

Sleep: If you take the capsules in the late afternoon or evening, you may find it difficult to sleep. To resolve this, we would advise taking them in the morning instead (5% of customers experience this).

Difficulty taking on an empty stomach: To achieve the best results, you should take Brainzyme in isolation from other proteins. By taking Brainzyme without food, you will benefit from a more potent effect. If you take the supplements with food, the results may be lessened.

Lastly, as with other food supplements, if you are breastfeeding, pregnant, under medical supervision or suffer from allergies, you should first get medical advice from your doctor before you consume Brainzyme.

Where To Get A Pack To Try
You can purchase you own Brainzyme .  Price ranges from £18.00 to £89.00 depending on the type and number of capsules.

 

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August 1st, 2020
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Health Benefits Of Walking 10,000 Steps A Day

I have been wearing a Fitbit fitness tracker watch for more than 3 years now but it’s only during the Covid-19 lockdown that I actually started to track my steps closely, making sure that I hit at least 8,000 steps a day during my shelter-in-place.

On most days, I clock in an average of 12,000 – 13,000 steps a day. On days that I don’t exercise, I hit an average of 8,000 -9,000 steps.  On some days, I hit more than 16,000 steps and these are the days that I have the time to run for an hour at the park.

Walking 10,000 steps a day has become a popular fitness goal.  But does taking 10,000 steps a day really have anything to do with good health? Of course it does!

The surprising truth is that the 10,000 number originally appeared in the 1960s when a Japanese company started selling pedometers called manpo-kei, which literally translates to “10,000-step meter.” Later, studies confirmed that people who take 10,000 steps have lower blood pressure, more stable glucose levels and better moods. The number quickly caught on.  More recently, some researchers have suggested 15,000 steps might be even better.

Research has unanimously concluded that the more light activities you can do in a day, the better. Taking more steps means you’re spending less time being sedentary, which is better for your health.

Here are just a few of the health benefits you’ll experience once you start to clock in more steps in a day.

1. It will strengthen your lungs.
2. It will boost your heart health.
3. You could walk off your body fat.
4. It boosts your mood and battles the effects of depression.
5. Slows mental decline.
6. Gives you time to think and do some soul searching. You could also pray when you walk. Daily walking can act as a form of meditation. It gives you time to mull over ideas and find solutions to problems.
7. It improves your concentration.
8. It strengthens your bones.
9. Walking 10,000 steps a day builds muscle.
10. It helps stabilize your blood sugar.
11. Once you form the habit, it is easy to turn it into a lifestyle change.
12. It helps you sleep faster and better.

The broader point

For many, 10,000 steps is a reasonable target because it’s ambitious but attainable.  However, depending on your lifestyle, 10,000 may seem impossible to achieve. If you struggle to reach even 3,000, set a lower goal to start and then work your way up. Track your steps for a week or two and see what you average. Then set a goal that is ambitious but that with a little additional effort, you can achieve. Once you start reaching your goal every day, you can work on setting it higher. If you can easily get in 10,000 steps a day, bump it to 11,000 or 12,000. Try 16,000 or 17,000 if you really want to.

As long as you’re pushing yourself to walk more every day, and at a brisk pace, you can be sure you’re doing your mind and body some good.  If you’re intent on taking 10,000 a day, make sure at least some are the fast, heart-pumping kind that leave you sweaty and winded. No number of slow steps can replace the benefits of heart-pumping activity. Strength training is important for your muscles and bones, even if it doesn’t help you hit 10,000 steps.

There’s no doubt that walking leads to more calories burned throughout the day. However, without understanding your calorie net caloric balance, walking 10,000 steps, or even 20,000 steps a day might not be enough to cause any meaningful fat loss or improvements to body composition if you do not control food portions and calorie intake.

In order to achieve fat loss, you need to burn more calories than you get from your food. That’s called a caloric deficit. With a caloric deficit by walking 10,000 steps and eating less only can one burn fat and lose weight.

Setting yourself with a step challenge is an easy way for anyone, of any fitness level, to condition themselves to be more active. You may be surprised at how much or how little you actually get up and move during the day.

I have boundless of energy on most days,  thus I can exceed my target number of steps each day. I’m thankful to my parents for this DNA as they are also very energetic and active folks.  Speaking of DNA, you can get a DNA test Malaysia done that can tell you a lot of information about yourself that you don’t even know!



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January 17th, 2019
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JoyMix Concentrated Beetroot Juice Powder

The beautiful and bright colour of beetroots can make anyone fall in love with it, yet it is often ignored, perhaps because of its distinctive earthy taste.  Beetroot has been gaining amazing popularity as the new superfood around the world. It’s low in fat, full of powerful antioxidants, rich in Vitamin C, and helps in the absorption of iron.  Both the leaves and the roots can be eaten. While the pink root is sweet, the dark green leaves are bitter but very rich in calcium, iron and Vitamin A.

Beetroots are best enjoyed raw and uncooked as cooking may destroy most of its nutrients. You can add them in salads or easier to just juice them up.

I love eating beetroot, in all forms, whether it’s beetroot juice, salad, roast or soup.  I started to eat beetroot frequently when I was severely anemic before my fibroid removal surgery 1.5 years ago.  Beet root is rich in iron.

Preparing beetroot can be a major turnoff and hassle for some as the uneven and rough skin is a tad hard to peel off even with a fruit peeler. And the red juice splatters can be pretty messy. Busy people who are always on the go and rush may not have the time to prepare beet root for juicing, salad or soup. And this includes yours truly.  The solution to this is beet root  powder.  With beet root powder, you can include this superfood into your diet at anytime, hassle-free.

I found a good brand of concentrated beet root juice powder  from https://www.joypremix.com/ and I am so in love with it!  With such convenience, I can now drink beetroot juice whenever I feel like it and it takes just a minute to prep a refreshing beetroot beverage.

The best part is JoyMix’s red beetroot powder is odor-less, unlike red beet juice that has an earthy smell. It is easy to drink, making it ideal for children and even some adults who find the smell of beetroot distasteful.

Even Cass who does not like the taste of raw beetroot loves JoyMix beetroot powder.  She says it tastes like Ribena! I think so too.  This, you got to try it to verify it!

We like our beetroot powder mixed with Korean fruit vinegar.  I add one heap teaspoon of JoyMix beetroot juice powder and 2 tablespoons of Korean fruit vinegar into 200 ml of water and top up with lots of ice cubes to make a super refreshing and delightful drink to chillax when I feel hot after cooking in the evening.  Alycia loves to guzzle down this refreshing drink to quench thirst after working out in the gym or when she’s back from kickboxing / Muay Thai class.

I love the au naturel maroon color of the beetroot powder from JoyMix!

Excellent Mixability – The red beetroot powder from JoyMix has a very fine texture and excellent flowability to prevent caking and lump formation. It will easily dissolve in water and other liquids alike and won’t curdle. You can even mix it in flours for baking cakes and pastries.

I will surely restock my beetroot powder from JoyMix when the existing stock runs low.

JoyMix’s health food products are ISO22OOO/ HACCP certified. Muslim consumers can safely consume their products as they are HALAL CERTIFIED.

Here are some of the health benefits of beetroot:

Conditions Liver – Beetroot contains betaine that conditions liver and stimulates the production of enzymes. It detoxifies the body and makes you feel fresh and rejuvenated.

Lowers cholesterol – A 2011 study on rats found that beetroot extract lowered total cholesterol and triglycerides and increased HDL (good) cholesterol. It also reduced oxidative stress on the liver.

Lowers blood glucose – Though high in sugar, beetroot actually helps in regulating your blood sugar levels. Studies have shown that it does not lead to high glucose concentration in the blood. This simply means that the natural sugars in beetroot are released very slowly in the body and thus, prevents sudden spikes. In the form of the juice, it may actually help diabetics.

Rich in Folate – Joymix’s red beetroot powder is rich in folate that is necessary for production and differentiation of cells as well as maintenance of DNA structure. The high folate content makes it a great option for young children, teenagers, and pregnant women alike.

Reduces Blood Pressure – Betaine in beetroots reduces blood pressure by lowering homocysteine levels in the body. Joymix red beetroot powder contains high amounts of betaine that reduces the chances of high blood pressure, heart attacks, and strokes.

Great For Older Adults – Various studies have found beetroot to prevent and halt the progress of dementia in older adults. Regularly consuming beetroot juice can assist in keeping dementia at bay.

Sharpens Minds of Students – The high nutrient content of beetroot and its effect on blood flow enhances the cognitive functioning of the brain making it beneficial for students and teenagers.

Ideal For Keto and Vegetarian Diets – People who are following a keto or a vegetarian diet will find it easy to incorporate red beetroot powder to their diets as it has low calories.

Boosts Sports Performance – Beetroots have betaine which improves cardiovascular health and blood flow. It increases the rate at which oxygen reaches cells and boosts the performance of athletes and sportspersons.

May Prevent Cancer – The antioxidant betaine which is present in rich amounts in Joymix’s red beetroot powder has been found to protect the body against different types of cancer. It protects DNA structure in cells against damage, which is a primary cause of cancer.

Improves Digestive Health – Beetroot improves digestive health by stimulating the production of enzymes and HCL in the stomach. It also aids in the absorption of specific vitamins, minerals, and proteins.

Excellent for Weight Management – Joymix red beetroot powder is excellent for individuals who are focused on weight management as it contains low calories while being nutritionally dense.

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The promotion is valid from 1 January 2019 ~ 31 March 2019, so hurry and get your beetroot powder or any health products before this offer expires!

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November 14th, 2018
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Ways To Reduce Your Utility Bills

I am constantly trying to find ways to cut down on electricity and water usage to reduce our utility bills. Our electricity bill this month sent palpitations to my heart with a 25% increase!

Today I am going to talk about ways to reduce your utility bills. That can even reduce your medical bills. High utility bills not only hurts your wallet, they can hurt your health too.

Electricity tariffs have been increasing over the years and it was announced that the electricity tariffs increased by an average 6.9% from July to September. SP Services cited the cost of natural gas that generates electricity has been going up. This would be the third consecutive quarter that the electricity tariffs has gone up, this means that the average monthly bill for a family residing in a four bedder Housing Board Development (HDB) will go up by S$5.61. Well, if the electricity usage is not monitored or controlled, you will be weeping to pay SP Services bill online. There are ways to conserve your utilities bill amount by following these tips.

Electrical appliances that saves your bill
First off, check if your electrical appliances have aged more than 10 years, you will need to invest new ones. Over the years, technologies have evolved tremendously the way these machines operate and you can save some money by buying the right ones.

Change those lightings at home to compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFL) ones as it consumes energy 75% lesser which could work out to be substantial amount of savings throughout it’s left expectancy. Besides, there are also energy star – labelled electrical appliances which show the energy saving ability of each household appliances. Lesser energy consumption means smaller bills. It may be worthwhile investment to switch those frequently used appliances to the more saving energy ones for the long run, it will save your bank accounts.

Install smart switches
There are motion detectors that can be installed in those junction boxes. It works when you walk out of the room then the lights and electrical appliances will automatically turn off. Besides, not only it saves you from the hassle of looking for the switches in the dark or misplaced the controllers, it also level up the class to your home that saves you money at the same time. Alternatively, you can toggle switches using your smart phone even with your air conditioner, that way it makes you look even sophisticated. It would be a great method to check if you have switched off all your lights or electrical appliances using apps.

Unplug those cords
This is the easiest trick to save lots of money and in case you didn’t know, those electrical appliances are still running and continuously consuming energy even when they are switched off. You got to stop feeding into your bills by unplugging your electrical appliances  from the sockets whether it is used or unused. Simply unplug those wires before you leave for work or before you head to sleep, that easy! Here’s a ballpark amount to give you an idea of how much you can save up by this simple unplugging those electrical appliances, it is S$35 in savings each year.

Electrical appliances strategic use
Just when you are ironing your clothes, the iron will need few minutes to heat up, set in and go away for a pieces of your clothes. In order to save electricity, it is highly recommended you switch off the iron and begin the next piece. That heat from the iron will linger around enough for you to straighten the next blouse. If the heat is running out, just switch it on again and it will be heated up in no time. How about if you are heating up small portion of food? You can opt to use a toaster to heat up instead of using microwave or oven because toaster works faster and consumes considerably lesser energy than those ovens and microwaves.

cleaning air conditioner filter

Clean your air conditioner filter
Most Singaporean households pretty much ignore the cleanliness of their air conditioner filter and it’s regular maintenance. Do you know that as the AC clogs up with dust over the time, it will be difficult for cold air to ventilate. This means your AC will utilize more energy trying to keep your room cool. Figure out how to remove and re-install its filter on the internet based on your AC model. You can simply rinse or vacuum the dust from your filter. If you have rinsed the filter, ensure that the filter is dry before you attach it back to your AC to avoid mold and mildew problems from surfacing.

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November 12th, 2018
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Should we limit ourselves to just freehold property?

Are you checking at property for sale in Malaysia as you plan to buy a property on your own? Buying your first own property to be called home is another milestone achieved in your life. Whether it is for investment purpose or own stay, most people are still confused with the procedure of buying new house in malaysia. Moreover, many first time home buyers are unaware of the available schemes offered in Malaysia, such as the RUMAH WIP scheme. Buying your own property may seem easy but when it comes to going through the procedures of buying a home, you then realize that you have missed out on many steps and wished you know the steps earlier so you could avoid the unnecessary troubles.

In addition, many people still cannot decide which type of property to choose: freehold or leasehold. Real estate agents often get asked the question of which types of property is better. This article will guide you through the differences between a freehold property and a leasehold property.

 

1) Freehold

A freehold property is having the outright ownership of the property and land on which it stands. That also means the owner of the land has no time limit to the ownership period. Most developers build bungalows, condominiums and private housing on a freehold land.

Developer or owner of land will have to go through the transfer of land to potential buyer if the property is in the form of landed residential such as terrace house or bungalow. This type of ownership will then be in a Master Title form.

As for high rise residential properties or condominium, the buyer will then have a stake of the condominium, however, the land still belongs to the developer where the distribution of ownership will be done through Strata Title.

Having a freehold land comes with its benefits as well. First of all, the owners are able to transfer the land to interested buyer with lesser limitations. In addition, they are also allowed to subdivide the land and allocate their land according to their wills, however, subject to the town planning controls.

Typically, a freehold property will have a stable growth if the property is taken good care of and is in good condition. There might also be a chance of redevelopment for the old freehold properties. In this case, the owners will then be compensated.

However, the state is able to take back the freehold land it for public purposes, such as the MRT project or any economic development under the proposed Land Acquisition Act 1960. Under such circumstance, the owner of the freehold land will then be paid the for the property at a market value. Moreover, if there is none development process in the freehold land, the state is not allowed to claim the freehold land. That being said, there is no specific timetable that you need to adhere to.

Another thing to take note of is that restricted freehold parties will need a consent from the state if you wish to transfer ownership. This is because the properties are properties that have been converted from a leasehold title to a freehold title.

2)  Leasehold

With a leasehold title, it means that you own the property and the land with a certain period of the lease agreement with the freeholder. Most leasehold properties in Malaysia have a leasehold period of 30 years, 60 years, 99 years, with some that have a longer period of 999 years.

As the name mentioned, property with a leasehold title will have to be responsible for the land and maintenance need to be done. If the land is not well taken of, the state will deem the tenant as unfit and the tenure might be compromised. The state could also forfeit your lease if the land is not in a good condition.

Do bear in mind that leasehold property have its cons that you should take into account before deciding to buy a leasehold property.

i) Longer time to sell
Buying a leasehold property from the developer or the primary market generally does not take a long time. But if you are buying a second hand property with a leasehold title, it might take a longer time, possible up to 1 year or more in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor due to the amount of consent request.

Unlike properties with a freehold title, the ownership period for leasehold property can only gain grant approval for the transfer of lease by the state, or equivalent. In addition, it requires 3 + 1 months for the sale of leasehold property to take place, which will only begin after getting the consent from the state, usually between 6 months to 1 year. This will make the process of reselling of property an issue.

ii) Lower value
It is known that leasehold property after 30 years, the value of the property will then depreciate or even stay stagnate all the way until the end of the lease. In addition, assuming both leasehold property and freehold property having the same specifications, the price for a property with leasehold title is usually approximately 20% lower than a property with freehold title.

iii) Harder to secure a loan
Securing a bank loan for a leasehold property is usually much harder as compared to getting a loan for freehold property, especially leasehold property with lesser than 50 years lease period. Banks tend to favor leasehold property with at least 75 years lease. Moreover, the loan amount that you will be getting if you manage to secure a loan will usually be lower than than 90%. That being said, you will have to pay more for the downpayment of the property.

Another thing to bear in mind is the renewal of lease. The nightmare for owners owning a leasehold property. You will have to pay a huge amount if you plan to renew your lease. The benefit of buying a leasehold property is that leasehold properties usually come with more facilities and are usually priced much cheaper than freehold properties.

In conclusion, whether to invest in a freehold property or leasehold property will still depend on your budget and how much you can afford. You should take these factors into consideration as well before deciding to buy, such as monthly income, purpose of buying (own stay or investment), cash available, and loan amount. Do your research and plan ahead to make the best decision out of it.

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October 31st, 2018
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Medical Tests That You Should Do Before Your Marriage

Congratulations! He finally proposed to you. You still can’t get over the joy that you’ll be getting hitched to the guy of your dreams. Before you get to the wedding preparations and getting yourself a beautiful Jeulia wedding band, do not forget one of the most important issues in a marriage – his health and yours.

Photo of Bride and GroomHugging

The health issues that will arise in your future together are unavoidable and the way you talk about these matters is crucial to your success as a couple. One of the health issues to discuss with your partner before D-Day is health screening before marriage or premarital screening. Even before shopping for wedding bands, get an appointment for your premarital screening first.

Premarital screening, known as a test which is offered to couples who are getting married in order to check for genetic, infectious and blood transmitted diseases to prevent transmitted diseases or viruses to their future offspring.

Pre-marital screening consists of past medical history check, physical examination, and laboratory tests. Past medical history check previews the risks of disease of the person. Then from the physical examination, any visible symptoms of diseases or abnormalities can be detected. With laboratory tests, previous unknown diseases can be detected. All this is for understanding the risks of diseases and preventing any further risks immediately and in the best way possible to treat them.

Pre-marital screening is important in order to know the risks the couple have to take, and also for their children in the future. A lot of things can be anticipated by conducting the screening such as the risks of disease transmission, infertility, mother and child death during childbirth and baby defects.

Medical check-ups are not only advised, but a must do for a happy and healthy married life. Many are apprehensive about this, and have pre-conceived notions, but doing this will help you avoid unwanted and unneeded stress and problems later in marriage. Knowing your partner’s health doesn’t mean that the marriage itself is on troubled grounds. But it will enable you to take proper medical care if required.

Here are 4 tests you should do before your marriage:

1. HIV and other sexual transmitted diseases (STDs) tests
2. Blood Group compatibility test
3. Fertility test
4. Genetic or chronic medical conditions testing

If the premarital screening results make you both jump with joy, then all is well and the wedding preps can go ahead as planned.  But what if the results reveal some negative health issues? Then the both of you has to sit down and discuss at length how to go about dealing with the health issues.

If you and your partner are taking the next step in your relationship and are planning for a family in the near future, going for a pre-marital screening will help you better prepare for the future that lies ahead of you.

If all is well with the pre-marital screening, one of the best parts of the wedding prep is shopping for ladies wedding bands! Whether it is some simple gold wedding bands, diamond rings or silver wedding bands, there is sheer excitement and joy in choosing your dream wedding band, a band that will be a permanent feature on your ring finger for the rest of your life.

Shopping for wedding bands cannot get any easier at Jeulia, an online store for premium, artisanal jewelry that’s affordable.

 

This post is brought to you by Jeulia.

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June 13th, 2018
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Thinking About Using Medical Marijuana?

Misinformation
Medical marijuana has been a hot seat issue for years. Doctors claim certain things about it, while politicians claim other things about it, and it can be difficult to understand if it’s actually good for you or not. Because of all the misinformation or misguided information out there, one of the best methods you can take to learn more medical marijuana is to attend a cannabis seminar in Florida that covers the topic in detail. Tetra Health Care is a facility that specializes in medical marijuana and holds events and seminars that go over the health benefits that can be derived from marijuana. Since they work closely with its use, they understand well exactly what cannabis can do for the body.

Photo of marijuana leaves.

Health Benefits
Doctors who include medical marijuana into their practice often use it for patients who suffer from muscle spasms, nausea that is often associated with cancer and chemotherapy, poor appetite as a result of a chronic illness, seizure disorders, Crohn’s disease, and many others. The secret behind how marijuana works to help heal the body is that the body actually already produces many of the effects that marijuana performs on its own. By using marijuana, however, you can help your body to boost these effects and reduce inflammation and instead promote healing and relief.

medical marijuana plant

It can be taken in an assortment of ways. It can be smoked, vaporized, eaten, and taken as a liquid extract. If you suffer from one of the diseases or conditions mentioned above, then you may want to consider trying medical marijuana.

Guidance
Tetra Health Care can meet with you if you’re interested in trying medical marijuana to reduce your pain. By meeting with a doctor, they can determine if the treatment is right for you, and then help set you up with a provider. As with all things, however, you should perform some simple research to see if it’s something that you think might help you. Attending one of Tetra’s seminars could be the first step you need to take.

 

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April 17th, 2018
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Benefits Of Eating Organic Food

Organic foods may have higher nutritional value than conventional food, according to some research. The reason: In the absence of pesticides and fertilizers, plants boost their production of the phytochemicals (vitamins and antioxidants) that strengthen their resistance to bugs and weeds.

Organic produce

Benefits of eating organic food:

1. Avoid chemicals. Eating organically grown foods is the only way to avoid the cocktail of chemical poisons present in commercially grown food.

2. Benefit from more nutrients. Organically grown foods have more nutrients—vitamins, minerals, enzymes, and micronutrients—than commercially grown foods because the soil is managed and nourished with sustainable practices by responsible standards.

3. Organic farming is better for the environment. Organic farming practices reduce pollution, conserve water, reduce soil erosion, increase soil fertility, and use less energy. Farming without pesticides is also better for nearby birds and animals as well as people who live close to farms.

4.  Organically raised animals are NOT given antibiotics, growth hormones, or fed animal byproducts. Feeding livestock animal byproducts increases the risk of mad cow disease (BSE) and the use of antibiotics can create antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria. Organically-raised animals are given more space to move around and access to the outdoors, which help to keep them healthy.

5. Organic meat and milk are richer in certain nutrients. Results of a 2016 European study show that levels of certain nutrients, including omega-3 fatty acids, were up to 50 percent higher in organic meat and milk than in conventionally raised versions.

6. Organic food is GMO-free. Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) or genetically engineered (GE) foods are plants whose DNA has been altered in ways that cannot occur in nature or in traditional crossbreeding, most commonly in order to be resistant to pesticides or produce an insecticide.

Did you know?

  • Eating organic fruits and vegetables could increase your antioxidant intake by 20-40%.
  • Organic strawberries have more nutrients and antioxidants than their conventional counterparts.
  • Organic tomatoes are 50% higher in vitamin C content than conventional tomatoes.

Antioxidants pack a bigger punch in organic fruit and vegetables.

So, now you know: make sure you eat all your fruits and veggies and make sure they are organic for the biggest nutritional bang for your buck. If you’re on a budget and can’t stretch to organic, don’t panic. It’s better to eat non- organic fruit and vegetables than no fruit and veg at all. Just remember to wash the produce thoroughly.

I am a big supporter of organic produce.  A big chunk of our grocery bills are on organic vegetables and meat. And I am only partially organic. If we go fully organic, this would bust our budget for sure.

One of the activities on my bucket list for the next school holidays is to bring the girls to the Zenxin Organic Park in Kluang, Johor.  I have read positive reviews on Zenxin’s commitment to organic farming and would love  to visit the farm to see how organic farming is carried out. After our nightmarish 12-hour bumper to bumper horrendous jam from Singapore to KL during the December school holidays last year, I vowed never to do a road trip down south again during the school holidays. This time, I will be hopping over to Traveloka to check out the cheapest flights to Johor Bahru!  Air Asia flights listed on Traveloka are something that are really worth checking out.

Traveloka has loads of deals on promotions on their already low-fare flights.  I especially like Traveloka’s Best Price Guarantee where, if you have booked through Traveloka and found a cheaper price for the same exact booking at another website, you can claim your compensation. Traveloka will reward you with a discount coupon of at least twice the difference up to RM500 for your next transaction. Do check them out and see what deals you can get!

 

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April 12th, 2018
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Health Freak 101: How To Make Wellness A Real Thing In Your Life

People who have decided that they want to experience ongoing vitality throughout the day so they can excel at work and be fully present during social gatherings should know that getting healthy will help them realize the vision. If you’re ready to step into the world of dynamic health right now, know that the following wellness tips can take you there quickly and correctly:

1. Participate In A Health-Based Community

One of the best ways to make wellness a real thing in your life is by participating in a health-based community. This strategy will help you attain connection, information, support, advice, and community with individuals who are equally committed to attaining and/or maintaining high levels of vitality. There are many strategies you can deploy to find the right health-based community. One is using a free digital resource such as www.meetup.com to figure out if there are any wellness communities within a 30-mile radius of your home. If not, you may want to consider joining an online wellness community.

2. Focus On Food Optimization

Food is the single most important factor to consider when you get serious about making mental and physical well-being a permanent component of your existence. This is the case because the food we eat determines what type of nutrients and minerals are going into our bodies. When the body continually receives an adequate supply of key vitamins and minerals like iron, calcium, magnesium, folate, and more, its ability to complete regulatory functions is enhanced. When this happens, you’ll experience optimized functioning of key bodily systems such as the circulatory and respiratory systems.

Fresh Fruits and Vegetables

3. Allow The Professionals To Assist You

One final strategy you can deploy to make wellness real for you is attaining professional assistance with the health optimization process. Taking this step is important because it ensures that you’ll be attaining advice and assistance from industry experts who have extensive knowledge and experience in the field that pertains to you. In the event that you’re struggling with vericose veins, note that you can obtain assistance from a sclerotherapy Mobile AL company such as O’Gorman Vein and Vascular.

Spider Veins on Leg

Conclusion

If you’ve decided that you want to become a health freak in order to be happier, more social active, or increasingly productive, know that you can make it happen. Get the health optimization process underway immediately through the implementation of the wellness tips discussed in this article!

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