Are We Blinded by Smart Gadgets? July 5, 2021 According to a leading laser eye surgeon, the rates of short-sightedness have soared due to smartphone usage and could possibly increase by 50% over the next 10 years. Smartphones, computers, and watching television are putting children and young people at risk of myopia (permanent eyesight damage) progressing through until they are in their 40s, and may even lead to blindness in severe cases.
Up to 90% of Asian Schoolchildren are Near-Sighted July 5, 2021 Wearing glasses used to be a common sight only among the elderly but children today are increasingly donning glasses too. In fact, up to 90% of Asian children are short-sighted with about 10-20% suffering from high degree myopia, and this trend is expected to increase.
Revitalise Your Body, the Au Naturale Way April 22, 2021 We often believe that when we have a health issue, the first thing we’d do is to see a doctor and get a medical opinion. There is another way and one that does not feel invasive. It is an option that lives up to its hype, otherwise known as aromatherapy, and we won’t be tossing it in the trash anytime soon.
Support Your Bone and Joint Health for Life June 16, 2020 Bones can become fragile and break easily during a fall and joints become creakier with age. However, with proper nutrition and care, you can keep up your active lifestyle and maintain strong bones and joints right through the golden years.
Young Adults Today May Suffer from AMD. Why? July 6, 2021 So, you think serious vision problems happen mostly to the elderly. Think again. Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is happening more often now than previously thought. Individuals under the age of 50 can suffer from early forms of AMD which eventually leads to the loss of visual acuity, or 20/20 vision.
Baby Steps – Charting Your Child’s Growth and Development September 2, 2020 As mothers, the best part of motherhood is watching your child grow up. From their first smile to their first step and to their first word, these are the reasons that make motherhood such a special and magical experience. Here is a simple guideline for you to chart and measure your baby’s growth from 0-12 months:
Spirulina, a Great Choice for Baby and You May 1, 2020 The nutritional state of the mother before, during and after pregnancy is influential in determining the outcome of a pregnancy and the health of the baby. Eating well becomes extremely important during these stages as the body needs to nurture both the mother and the foetus.
Up to 90% of Asian Schoolchildren are Near-Sighted July 5, 2021 Wearing glasses used to be a common sight only among the elderly but children today are increasingly donning glasses too. In fact, up to 90% of Asian children are short-sighted with about 10-20% suffering from high degree myopia, and this trend is expected to increase.
Sip, Rinse, Repeat – Caring for Your Reusable Drinkware April 27, 2020 Reusable water bottles are environmentally friendly, save you money, and keep you hydrated. What’s not to love about it? But if you haven’t been cleaning it regularly, then you’re only allowing bacteria to grow all over your bottle. Like any kitchenware and cookware that you use, you should clean your reusable drinkware regularly.
Spirulina, Your Brain Health Booster Parents take extra care to feed their growing kids nutritious food to keep their bodies powered up through their high-energy activities. But did you know that children’s brains need to be fed just as much as their bodies?