Making my own water kefir drinks
It is easy to make water kefir drink at home. The process is straightforward, and the cost is low, and its benefits can be experienced immediately. I will recommend it; everyone can do it at home.
Nature care for hypothyroidism
Hypothyroidism – herbal medicine can restore sub-optimal thyroid function. A healthy diet rich in whole grains, sea vegetables, nuts and seeds can be helpful. Exercise and maintaining a healthy weight is also vital to improve hypothyroidism.
Plant-based food sources for vitamin B12
Vegans and vegetables must be conscious of their vitamin B12 levels. Make sure to include fortified breakfast cereals, fermented foods, mushrooms, seaweeds and algae in your diet. Also, eat organic if you can. All these foods can help to boost your vitamin B12 intake.
Vitamin D for vegans
Vegans are not particularly at risk of vitamin D deficiency. Spending time outdoors, including mushrooms, seaweeds, and fortified food products in the diet, and periodically taking vitamin D supplement are ways to maintain an optimal level of vitamin D level.
Nutritional supplements for COVID-19
Nutritional supplements can play a crucial supporting role in preventing and treating COVID-19. Vitamin D, vitamin C, as well as pre- and probiotics are known examples that have been used in practice to support COVID-19 treatment.
Selenium and health
Selenium is a trace mineral that our body cannot do without. It is present in most body tissues, with the highest concentration at internal organs and glands such as kidney, …
Do away with pre-hypertension naturally
A friend was told by his doctor that he has pre-hypertension recently. The doctor will start to prescribe him with hypertension medication if he cannot get his blood pressure (BP) …
Sweet potato – the ultimate wonder food
Steamed sweet potato is one of my favourite breakfast items, it is easy to prepare (just wash and steam the whole tuber until soft), delicious to eat, and most importantly, …
Egg consumption and cancer risk
Many people like eggs. It is an indispensable part of their diet. In Singapore, for example, every person, on average, ate 323 eggs in 2015. Amount to almost one egg …
Should I take iron supplements?
“Should I take iron supplements?” This is a common question that I get from ladies. My simple answer to them is, “Don’t take unless you are diagnosed with iron-deficiency anaemia.” …