healthy lifestyle habits

Over 40% of Singaporean workers will quit jobs for a better work-life balance

Violin07/06/2023 65 Views

Work-life balance in focus: The survey shows 41% of respondents considering a career change for a healthier lifestyle. (PHOTO: Getty Images)

SINGAPORE— In today’s fast-paced and demanding world, achieving a harmonious work-life balance has become a burning desire for many Singaporean professionals.

In a recent survey conducted by Randstad Singapore, the results showed 41 percent of respondents were eagerly contemplating bidding farewell to their current jobs, all in pursuit of a healthier work-life balance.

The survey, known as the 2023 Employer Brand Research Singapore report, was conducted by Randstad, the world’s largest talent company.

This year’s research involved over 163,000

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Diet and Lifestyle Habits to Stay Fit After 40

Violin07/06/2023 71 Views

Welcome, ladies to the magnificent forties! This is the decade where wisdom meets vitality, and a zest for life intertwines with a desire for good health. As we navigate through this phase of life, it is essential to equip ourselves with the knowledge and tools to keep our bodies and minds in peak condition. Let’s discover the secrets of staying fit, fab, and forever young after 40! Here are some habits or diets one should adopt to stay fit after 40.

As Health Shots reached out to Dr Kamal Palia, Nutritionist and Chief Dietitian, Ruby Hall Clinic, she explained that

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how social media shapes women’s health

Violin28/05/2023 124 Views

Newswise — A new study led by researchers from the University of Sydney has found young women’s engagement with social media plays a major role in shaping how they think – and act – in relation to their health.

The research, published in the peer reviewed journal Health Marketing Quarterlystudied 30 women aged between 18 and 35 during the 2021 COVID-19 lockdowns to understand the factors influencing them to adopt diets and exercise messages on social media platforms Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.

Lead author of the study, PhD candidate Clare Davies from the Discipline of Media and Communications, said

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5 Easy Habits for a Healthy & Happy Lifestyle

Violin19/05/2023 66 Views

Everyone wants to live a happy and healthy life. However, juggling work, family, and responsibilities can make it hard to achieve that goal. In trying to do the best in every aspect of our lives, we end up sacrificing our health, whether mentally or physically, and sometimes we do it for things that are not really necessary. With the fast pace of life, our habits are becoming worse as time passes by; and in our minds, it seems like the road to being healthy is full of obstacles and challenges.

The start of a healthier lifestyle doesn’t require much

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How This Entrepreneur Balances Work and Healthy Living

Violin08/05/2023 50 Views

With the rise of the gig economy, major technological advancements, and more people starting their own businesses or working as freelancers than ever before, it’s safe to say that we’re living in the age of the entrepreneur. But many running scalable businesses need help to balance their professional and personal lives while maintaining a healthy lifestyle. What is the best way to strike a balance? Planning and preparing, and this goes beyond the usual end-of-week check-in—from organizing your errands around a workout or class to optimize your schedule to prepping your weekly meals in advance.

For the busy bodies of

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Healthy Living: Finding balance in an imbalanced world

Violin04/05/2023 57 Views

“…the pot leaf, which once symbolized defiance and rebellion, is now a corporate logo seen in the tallest gold-plated glass buildings…”

These post pandemic days cannot be labeled as dull.

Today, my family doctor can write me a prescription for marijuana as a pharmacologic intervention for everything from controlling the nausea associated with chemotherapy and various metastatic cancers, to settling down spasms which accompany multiple sclerosis.

In my teenage years of the 1980s, that same dried flower with unusually high levels of the chemical tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) would put me on the wrong side of the law with possibly a criminal

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This Doctor Explains Why Good Oral Health Leads to a Long and Healthy Life

Violin02/05/2023 50 Views

According to Martin, besides providing patients with the most modern aesthetic and cosmetic dentistry approaches when creating beautiful, unique and natural-looking smiles, she also enjoys educating communities about proper oral health.

When asked why proper oral hygiene is crucial, Martin explains: “Poor oral hygiene can lead to serious diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, stroke and cancer. Brushing, flossing and using mouthwash are important to prevent cavities, gum diseases and bad breath. However, if we are talking about overall health, having the latest biocompatible materials in your mouth is also crucial.”

She goes on to explain that most adults who

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The “long COVID” life

Violin22/04/2023 48 Views

If you have had COVID and have certain symptoms that began four weeks or more after the infection or have persisted that long, you likely have “long COVID,” officially known as the “post-COVID-19 condition.” The most common symptoms are fatigue, diminished taste or smell, difficulty breathing, brain fog, or changes in memory.

A new study shows that lifestyle has a big effect on who gets it. Thirty-two thousand nurses were assessed for their diet, weight, smoking status, exercise, alcohol use, and sleep. Those with favorable assessments of all these factors developed long COVID only about half as often

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