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Have dessert without the guilt
No such thing as a truly healthy dessert? Sylvia Tan shows you how it can be done.
Vitamin D affects physical function in elderly
Older men and women who fail to get enough vitamin D are at heightened risk for muscle weakness and poor physical performance.
KFC, Taco Bell complete switch to oil with no trans fat
KFC's fried chicken buckets soon will be stamped with a health message along with the famous likeness of its founder.
Omega-3 may fight Alzheimer brain changes
fatty acid found in fish may help thwart the buildup of brain proteins linked to Alzheimer's disease.
Flavonols may help ward off pancreatic cancer
Flavonols are found in plant-based foods with onions, apples, berries, kale, and broccoli having the highest concentrations.
Fruity cocktails count as health food, study finds
A fruity cocktail may not only be fun to drink but may count as health food.
Salt may affect more than blood pressure - study
Consuming less salt can not only lower blood pressure, but may reduce the risk of heart disease overall.
Supplementary sense
What do you know about the properties of nutritional supplements and foods?
Cured meat consumption linked to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Frequent consumption of cured meat may worsen lung function and increase the risk of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
You are also what you drink
Fruit juice must be healthy. Right? Not always.
Singapore children not eating right
More than half of parents clueless of what is a balanced meal for their kids.
Facts about cholesterol
Eating cholesterol doesn't raise cholesterol.
TV-less family dinners best for healthy eating
The benefits of sitting down to a family dinner are lost if the television is on during the meal.
Mediterranean diet may ward off asthma, allergies
A traditional Mediterranean diet rich in fruits, vegetables and nuts during childhood appears to protect against symptoms of asthma and nasal allergies.
Fungi fantastic
While chomping your greens, grab a few mushrooms and their benefits to health.
Exercise and frequent eating may keep kids slim
Kids who are frequent nibblers may pack on fewer pounds than those less frequent eaters, if they stay physically active.
Eggs will raise your cholesterol, and other myths
Nutritional advice such as this has been touted for years -- but is it accurate?
Green and tasty eating
It offers vegetarian fare that is far from bland. Suki Lor finds a healthy, tasty and affordable oasis for vegans in LivinGreens.
 
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