The American Heart Association's 2006 diet and lifestyle recommendations are intended to prevent cardiovascular disease, a leading cause of death in America. Similarly, in Singapore, cardiovascular disease is the No. 2 killer of Singaporeans.
Vitamins and minerals, along with carbohydrates, proteins and fats, are important for the proper growth and good health of your children. We highlight some of the vitamins and minerals necessary for the healthy development of your preschoolers.
Old people risk being malnourished even if they don't look thin.
What would cause your blood sugar to rise higher? One bowl of rice or one teaspoon of sugar?
It was an informative afternoon full of positive parenting tips for more than 380 eager parents who attended the "Complete Ways to Raise a Well-balanced Child" Parenting Masterclass on 19 April 2008.
Mums who have used Isomil® 2 Advance® Soy Follow-on, sharing their story with us.
It is important to help your children develop healthy and active lifestyles from a young age. But how do physical activities compete with television and computer games for your child's attention?
Losing weight is not always easy. But understanding how critical weight loss may be to both preventing and controlling type 2 diabetes is a step in the right direction.
Whether a person has type 1 or type 2 diabetes, it's important to find a regular exercise program that works.
For people with type 2 diabetes, exercise is an essential part of their treatment plan. Exercise helps make the body more sensitive to the action of insulin. Additionally, for people who do not have diabetes, regular exercise is thought to help reduce the risk of its occurrence.
Madam Lee Poo Leong has colorectal cancer. Last November, the 59-year-old housewife was diagnosed with stage three of the cancer, which means the tumour had spread to nearby lymph nodes but not to any other organs.
You may have heard it over and over again but breakfast really is the most important meal of the day, especially for children.
With reliable child-caring support and a nutritious baby formula milk, it's little wonder Sabrina Gan can afford to stay relaxed about motherhood.
Contest results for January/February FamilyTies is out now.
Ms Howe Wen Li recognises the importance of providing the best for her children. She shares her reasons.
It's the start of a new school year! For some children, it is the time for them to embark on a new stage in their life and getting used to a new childcare centre or adapting to an unfamiliar primary school system. Read on for more tips to give your child the boost he needs to breeze ahead in this new chapter of his life.
Legal counsel Ng Sim Leng wants her daughter to enjoy a carefree childhood. But one thing she refuses to compromise on is a strong foundation for her baby's physical health. She tells us why.
Gestational diabetes is a type of diabetes that occurs during pregnancy when the mother's body is not able to make and use all the insulin it needs.
Holidays are meant to be a fun and enjoyable time but some parents often feel stressed when bringing their kids along for a family trip.
Losing weight is not always easy. But understanding how critical weight loss may be to both preventing and controlling type 2 diabetes is a step in the right direction.
Come and learn tips on staying healthy, active and engaged in your daily lifestyle. In addition to expert advice, there will be free health screening, healthy cooking demonstration and attractive prizes to be won! So don't miss this informative event that will enrich you!
Even though a milk allergy is rarely fatal, parents do need to be aware when the child develops breathing problems.
Proper management of diabetes is the key to staying healthy and to prevent damage to tissues and body organs. Uncontrolled diabetes in the long term can lead to complications such as cardiovascular disease, kidney failure, blindness, erectile dysfunction and foot infections.
Self-monitoring of blood glucose is vital in the management of diabetes. People with diabetes are advised to keep their blood glucose level as close as possible to normal at all times to prevent cardiovascular disease and other complications such as kidney failure, blindness and foot infections.
Self-monitoring of blood glucose plays a vital role in the management of diabetes. Studies have shown that self-monitoring of blood glucose helps to achieve better diabetes control as it enables people with diabetes to keep track of their blood glucose levels, and to make appropriate choices in their daily lifestyle (diet, physical activity and insulin or medication doses) to manage diabetes. To help you get started on self-monitoring, here are a few common questions and answers on the topic.
Meal times can be a struggle for people with diabetes. Unsure of how to go about choosing their food, it is not uncommon to witness family members or friends with diabetes who are unable to resist their bout of "sweet-tooth" – only to beat themselves up with guilt later on.
Carbohydrates are the primary fuel for the body to perform most of the bodily functions. If our diet does not contain enough carbohydrates to supply the body with glucose for energy, or if the body cannot use glucose properly, then stored fat in the liver is broken down. When this happens, ketones are produced.
For a healthy pregnancy and healthy baby, it is important to keep blood glucose levels in the normal range.
Weight loss due to cancer is different from weight loss due to dieting. Cancer-induced weight loss is caused by changes in the body that result in decreased appetite, burning more calories than normal and increased breakdown of muscle.
For people with diabetes, checking blood sugar levels before exercise is the most essential step in an exercise routine. Lower blood sugar may occur as quickly as two days after beginning a new exercise plan, especially if you exercise vigorously.
Kids love to drink. Water – plain and simple – is the best beverage. Water hydrates and cools efficiently. Naturally calorie free and easily available – it is the ultimate fluid for all.
Elaine Young explains why cancer sufferers must eat well if they are to fight the disease.
Losing weight is not always easy. But understanding how critical weight loss may be to both preventing and controlling type 2 diabetes is a step in the right direction.
It is important for seniors to adopt a complete and balanced diet and lifestyle practices that prevent and manage chronic conditions, thereby strengthening the immune system and thus maximizing their chances for successful aging.
Losing weight is not always easy. But understanding how critical weight loss may be to both preventing and controlling type 2 diabetes is a step in the right direction.
Even though the incidence of diabetes has increased dramatically over the past several years, many people are still unaware that they have the disease.
Have you ever eyed a new food and wondered how much it would raise your blood glucose? Nutrition researchers wonder the same thing and they use a tool called the "glycemic index" to compare different high-carbohydrate foods.
The human body is not meant to have high levels of circulating insulin. High insulin levels may keep blood sugar levels normal, or near normal; however, in some people, the potential damage to health can be significant.
People who develop type 2 diabetes usually experience two preliminary stages: insulin resistance and impaired glucose tolerance.
Exposing your child to the natural world from an early age can provide the sparks for life-long environmental awareness, enjoyment and necessary involvement
Losing weight is not always easy. But understanding how critical weight loss may be to both preventing and controlling type 2 diabetes is a step in the right direction.
If you or a loved one has type 2 diabetes, you may be wondering why the disease has seemingly occurred suddenly. You probably have heard all sorts of explanations about the causes of this condition. Let's examine some of these risk factors that can have a profound impact on your health.
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