Constipation! Stop suffering in silence
Bowel movement is not something that people like to talk about, but they suffer it in silence. Some people want to be discrete and treat symptoms on their own or simply ignore them until it’s too late. Constipation can cause severe pain, stress, fatigue, weight gain and other complications. What is constipation? Constipation is when […]
Concerned About Constipation?
Did you know how long you can go without pooping? On average, pooping anywhere from three times a day to three times a week is normal. If you need to strain to poop, take a long time to pass stools, or the stools are hard, you may be constipated. What your poop is trying to […]
Are lightly salted foods really healthy?
Low salt, reduced salt or unsalted? Some people might find that understanding sodium on food labels can be confusing. Be aware that not all foods that are labeled with these salt claims means they’re low in sodium. For example, a bottle of miso paste that claims to have 25% less salt still has a whopping […]
Decode Salt on Food Labels!
Does taste tell you how much salt is hidden in a food? You might be surprised but some foods that don’t taste salty can still be high in sodium. Did you know a bagel has about 600 mg of sodium, and even three slices of cream crackers contain about 200 mg of sodium. Why is […]
The everyday foods are sneaking salt into your diet!
The Health Promotion Board highlights that with 31% of dine-out dishes exceeding the daily recommended sodium intake of 2,000 mg in a single serving, you likely consume more salt than you think. Here are some ways to avoid sodium when you dine out. 1. Take less soup and dipping sauces The tasty gravies, curries, soups […]
Want to shake off sodium without hating your food?
Want to cut back on salt and still have tasty meals? Now, you can consume less sodium at home by using salt, seasoning and sauces carrying the “Lower in Sodium” Healthier Choice Symbol. Products carrying this identifier contain at least 25% less sodium compared to similar products in the same food category. However, being healthy […]
Get savvy about sauces
From ketchup to brown sauce, soy sauce to pesto, we love adding flavour to our food. But ready-made sauces can serve up excess calories, sodium, sugar, and unhealthy fats. Over time, consuming too much of these can damage your health. Checking out the nutrition label will reveal the truth about your favourite sauce – but […]
Shake the Salt Habit
While cutting back on sodium might mean avoiding pizza and potato chips for a while, it doesn’t mean sacrificing delicious flavors from your diet! So go ahead and learn more about how you can improve your sodium levels without sacrificing tastiness! What you can do? 1. Eat more fresh foods. Fresh and frozen fruits and […]
Mind the hidden salt in your favorite foods
With many Singaporeans risking their lives eating too much salt, the Singapore Government is encouraging people to shake the habit and monitor their salt intake. HPB’s plans are in place to get Singaporeans to reduce their sodium intake by about 15 per cent over the next five years, shaving off a quarter teaspoon of salt […]
Help! My child is a picky eater!
As parents, we tend to worry excessively about our child’s appetite as picky eating would result in malnutrition. However, even though your child’s appetite can fluctuate a lot, their growth is usually not affected by picky eating habits unless there are certain red flag signs. Here are some tips to get our fussy eating child […]