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Hello there, and welcome to our first issue of the year! Each year, we tend to start

out adamant on self-improvement, chucking out bad habits, promising ourselves

to eat right, get better rest, go on more vacations… and if you’re like most of us,

these turn out to be a flash in the pan! Well, taking into consideration how much

we’ve all had to endure to actually make it past 2021 (and 2020 in fact!), it stands

to reason that perhaps this time, we really would want to make those changes….

for real!

In this New Year’s issue which you’re holding in your hand, we actually have a

couple of reasonable, doable, yet life-changing resolutions you might want to

check out. Plus, we also feature one of the nation’s most well-known and wellloved

environmentalists whose lifestyle is one to measure up to! Ms Melissa Tan,

our cover model this month talks about her love for all things green and natural,

and where she stands on wastage. We on the other hand stand to gain quite a lot

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Do this

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As women, we love to scent

ourselves, don’t we? Our

perfumes, body-sprays, colognes,

and even deodorant and

antiperspirants are all there in our

lives for one sole purpose, and

that is, to ensure that we smell

good. Just as we loathe body

odour, the same attitude should

be shown towards our head of

hair, don’t you think? If you agree

with us, then this article is for you!

4 Natural Health * January/February 2022 VOL 125

NATURAL & Beauty

There are many ways to scent

ourselves from head to toe - but most

of the time, our head is almost always

exempted from all those scented

treatments. We tend to either dab

perfume on our neck, wrists, cleavage,

etc, or even give ourselves a generous

spritz of cologne from the neck down.

Somehow, our head and hair are not

included for this fragrancing step,

which is such a shame, for as we are

going to find out soon enough, our

hair can be the best fragrance diffuser,

helping us leave a trail of bewitching

scent wherever we go! Here are some

ways to use your crowning glory as a

new fragrance carrier to make heads

turn in wonderment as people around

you wonder where that lovely smell is

coming from.

1Use a leave-in scented

conditioner

You’ve got to love leavein

conditioners! Not only do they

condition, treat and pamper your

stresses, but you need not even rinse

them off. All you need to do is to

apply it onto your hair, massage it

lightly, towel off any excess, and you’re

ready to go! There are countless to

choose from out there, and they all

have different benefits to offer. Firstly,

choose one that is ideal for your hair

type. And most importantly, choose

one that has a scent you love!

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strawberries emitting

from your stresses as you

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what you’ll be getting

with this creamy leave-in

conditioner from Milk_

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2Shampoo in your favourite

scent!

If you cannot find a shampoo

with a scent you love, then try this

trick: Place a few drops (15-25 drops

will do nicely!) of your favourite

essential oil into your chosen shampoo

and shake thoroughly. Examples

of lovely, scented essential oils are

lavender, rose, jasmine, ylang ylang,

rose geranium, and sandalwood. Let

it sit for about an hour before using it.

Tip: Shake the bottle before you use it

each time, to ensure that the oil and

shampoo mixes well before use. And

now, each time you shampoo, you’ll be

sure to luxuriate in scented bliss!

3

Spray on some rose

water!

Yes, you read that right. Just

a spritz of rose water on your hair,

either after you shampoo, or just

as a hair refresher at any time of

the day, will leave your stresses

smelling simply divine. Rose water

is available in many Asian grocer’s,

or you can also get them at

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recipes on YouTube on how to

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on your face, body and hair.

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FOOD & Nutrition

Superfood

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The Amazing

Amla

Lauded as a powerhouse for

antioxidants, amla, also known as the

Indian Gooseberry, has been making

news lately amongst health enthusiasts

who swear by its wholesome benefits.

Amla, whether it’s in a superfood

powder form, juice or fresh/dried

fruit, boasts an array of nutrients from

Vitamins A,C, and E to iron and calcium,

not to mention one of the highest

antioxidant content in a plant food.

● Remedy for sore throat. By mixing two teaspoons

of amla powder with two teaspoons of honey (try

tualang honey if you can access it!). Have it up to

four times in a day, and you’ll probably feel a whole

lot better the next morning.

● Relieves constipation: Amla powder has been

traditionally used as a gentle laxative to help relieve

constipation. You can mix a tablespoon into your

breakfast cereal, beverage, or with just plain water.

● Purifies the blood: Rich in antioxidants, amla, when

incorporated into your weekly diet, will help rid

your systems of toxins and free radicals that cause

havoc with your health.

● Helps to fight off a cold and cough: Amla

contains 17 times more Vitamin C than that of a

pomegranate. Hence it is useful in treating and

preventing coughs and colds. Any form of also

would help with this, and if taken regularly, amla

helps to keep you healthy and glowing!

● Helps with mouth ulcers: If taken in liquid form,

amla can help relieve mouth ulcers. Dilute some

concentrated amla juice with some purified water,

and use it as a gargle. Use it two to three times a

day for best results.

● Relieves arthritis-related pians - Amla has antiinflammatory

properties which is helpful for those

with Arthritis-like pains in their joints, and it

may help with other aches and pains as well. Try

snacking on some dried or fresh amla fruits for a

few days and see if there is a difference!


COVER Story

As a former financial

analyst, Melissa TanI

made her debut into

the entertainment

industry representing

Malaysia on the

reality TV show, Asia’s

Next Top Model and

more recently, The

Apartment. Over the

years she has

expanded her

repertoire and is now

wearing many hats;

as a TV host,

producer, emcee,

actress, and have

since worked in

Maalaysia, Singapore

and Jakarta. Natural

Health had a little

chat with this lively

gal recently, and

here’s what we’ve

uncovered.

A whole

new

level of

Respect

For The

Environment

A

full-fledged

advocate of saving

the environment,

Melissa uses the

skills that she has

gained through her work, as well as her

commercial appeal to help bring the

environmental message to the

mainstream.

As she put it to us, “I’m a passionate

eco-warrior advocating for climate

action and sustainability for everyone,

and I’ve been living a low-waste life

with a capsule wardrobe for the past 5

years. As a personality, I believe in using

my platform to encourage individuals to

live more consciously and create

change in their social circles and

environment.”

The lively young woman has been

gaining quite a following, especially

among the like-minded who fully relate

to her content about zero waste living

and other areas of sustainability close to

my heart which she voices out on

heymelissatan.com as well as on her

Instagram @heymelissatan. “I’m also a

speaker for topics like zero waste living,

the climate crisis, the global plastic


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COVER Story

pollution and the fast fashion industry

in public talks, and produce events that

engage the public in sustainability and

climate action,” she shared

Lately, environment-related work has

come to the forefront of her focus,

whereby she expressed her happiness

at getting to dedicate more hours to

the cause that is closest to her heart.

This passion of hers to help improve our

environment and make this planet a

better place for us all apparently isn’t

something new for her. In fact, she had

been that way since her younger days.

“I remember one of my first jobs as a

kid was as a barista at a coffee shop

during school holidays. That experience

was a sobering moment for me because

now I was not just looking at the one

plastic cup I used and tried to recycle, I

was seeing mountains of garbage bags

going straight into the landfill. I then

self-appointed myself as the recycling

person in the coffee shop, and started

collecting and washing these cups,

dragging hundreds of these cups to the

recycling centre everyday. Since then, I

realised that just taking a little bit of

initiative can translate to a much bigger

impact, and we have the opportunity to

use our roles in our families, workplaces

and communities to influence a

collective effort that can go a lot

further,” she shared with us.

As one of the most

active and passionate

advocates for

sustainable living in

Malaysia

Melissa had al ways been concerned

about the environment, and even as a

child, she would always do her best to

recycle whatever she could. She also

connected her love for nature to her

love for animals. “The two are

intertwined. So I understood that what

affects the environment, affects

countless animals,” she stated. “Over

the years, I evolved with the knowledge

and access to sustainable living that

became available. We all started with

the “old newspaper man” for paper

recycling. When I became aware of the

Great Pacific Garbage Patch in my teens,

I reduced my plastic use. When I learnt

about the impacts of animal agriculture

in my uni days, I stopped eating meat. I

continuously learned more and more of

what I can do to be a more responsible

steward of the environment. But still, it

felt like there was more that I could be

doing,” she said.

Upon learning about zero waste living

and the climate movement, a whole

new level of sustainability was unlocked

for her. Now as an adult Melissa finds

that she can intentionally use the way

she lives to make a positive impact on

the world around her. “The climate crisis

is a global emergency, and every part of

our life is connected to it. While we are

a part of the problem, we must also be

part of the solution,” she poured out.

For Melissa, it is all about finding

solutions together - and often that

comes from word of mouth because

solutions aren’t always immediately

obvious and in one, neat package, as

she put it.

“It’s about connecting dots and

collaborating with others to develop a

solution. I do these by writing, creating

educational content, and on the

back-end introducing vendors and

collaborators, using case studies,

brainstorming solutions, sharing

resources and empowering others to

do the same.”

We couldn’t help but ask her opinion

on some of the biggest issues we have

as a society when it comes to taking

care of our environment, and given the

chance, what would she like to see

change the most. “We have too many

to count, but the climate crisis is the

unifying theme amongst issues like

deforestation, loss of biodiversity and

mass extinction, plastic pollution, water

scarcity, food insecurity, and so on and

so forth,” was her resounding reply.

“So many people are disconnected from

nature, and view environmental issues

as something far away and out of their

control. Others feel powerless,

especially when climate disasters

continue to dominate the news while

our political and business leaders lag

behind in climate action or even

participate in climate denialism and

disinformation.”

People often associate climate inaction

with lack of awareness. But Melissa feels

that it is more often than not, just a

disconnect between awareness to

action. “First, the lines between our

actions and the consequences may not

be immediately obvious. People now

know the impact of the climate crisis is

real, but don’t immediately associate it

with the everyday things they do. And

when the dots do connect, often there

is a lack of follow through. Humans are

creatures of habit, so there are plenty of

habits to unlearn from how the world

has taught us to over consume and

create waste. But once they go down

the path of sustainability, it is actually a

much healthier and conscious way of

living not just for the environment but

for ourselves too,” she shared, ever so

generously. “So I’m here to try and

connect the dots so that people are

empowered to act within their roles

and capacities to introduce wastesaving

measures, and create a culture

where taking action for our planet is

the norm.”

We asked Melissa her take on living

without creating waste, as to most

people, it might seem like an impossible

feat. “It is so much simpler than you

think. Living low waste actually leads to

a healthier, more connected life. We’re

in this system that has evolved to

enable overconsumption. No matter

what background and what income

level, we are all contributing to the

problem of overconsumption.

We produce things we often don’t

need, use them for shorter and shorter

periods of time, and throw them away

quicker than ever before - which has

contributed to the climate crisis we find

ourselves in. We do this with everything

from single-use plastic, fashion,

furniture, even buildings! (like the

continuous clearing of land for new

developments while buildings lay

empty). And all this consumption is

almost automatic.

So what we’re doing is retraining

ourselves and redesigning a life to

decouple/detach overconsumption


COVER Story

from our perceived happiness. We can

meet our needs by refusing single-use,

promote sharing of resources, and act

in the shared interests of our

community.”

The zero-waste lifestyle, as explained by

Melissa, is a lifestyle that saves money,

saves resources and develops a greater

sense of community where people feel

comfortable sharing information and

resources and helping each other out.

When we avoid creating trash in the

first place, all we’re doing is removing

the unnecessary (and you would be

surprised how much is actually

unnecessary). It also creates an

opportunity to influence others to be a

part of change.

“It's a small but radical act of hope, to

consistently act on our values through

the things we do everyday and

influence our families, friends and

businesses to do better.”

On her career as a model, Melissa

shared that it was her creative outlet

until it turned into her job. Since then,

she has gone down other paths like

hosting and producing, emceeing,

acting, brand collaborations, and

film making. “I really enjoyed all those

learning curves over the past few years.”

Melissa also hosts and produces on

Tech360.TV, a regional channel on tech

and digital trends and she leads the

Malaysia team. So although modeling

may not be her main focus again, it will

still remain a creative outlet she can

occasionally enjoy. Melissa’s focus now

is more on taking the skills gained over

the years to be channeled into climate

communication. “I believe there’s a lot

more we can do in educating

Malaysians to be more sustainable and

to be a part of climate action,” she said.

When quizzed on some of the most

cherished moments in her life, Melissa

quipped, “I’ve been very lucky to have

had the opportunity to collaborate with

many other passionate environmental

organisations and activists both locally

and globally - from Greenpeace, WWF,

Zero Waste Malaysia, Tak Nak Straw,

and many others that I respect and

admire greatly. But two moments stand

out to me.”

Melissa’s tips for us

all on living a zero

waste life.

1) Automate your reusables - keep

your bottle, bag and container

by the door beside your wallet

and keys and you'll never forget

them.

2) Walk to your nearby local shops

for takeaways with your

containers and support them. If

we all support our local shops

(within 2km for example) instead

of ordering deliveries from

further away, then every

community will be better taken

care of.

3) If it is wrapped in single-use

plastic, try and forego it. This

meant not eating a lot of

processed food, and sticking to

nourishing, whole foods.

4) If you need a physical item, try

and source it secondhand or

borrow it, especially if it’s for

short term use. We used to

borrow a ladder from our

neighbour (something you

probably use once in a year), but

now everyone just buys their

own and fills their storeroom

with stuff they barely use.

I sometimes find I never truly

'needed' the item in the first

place, or I am able to share

resources within my community

instead of incurring the

environmental impact of a

new item.

Note: Just by starting with

small, simple steps and building

upon them,

“Being named an EarthDay.org

Ambassador for Malaysia was one, the

younger me would not have believed it

- I’ve grown up with EarthDay and it

was one of my earliest touchpoints with

the environmental movement.

Taking over the reins for the Fashion

Revolution in Malaysia was the other.

Fashion Revolution is the largest global

movement campaigning for a clean and

fair fashion industry, and it has

influenced me greatly in my

environmental journey especially given

my relationship to fashion as a fashion

model. I realised it was time to move on

to serving bigger things like advocating

for the reform of the harmful fashion

industry, and the support from local

conscious humans and brands have

been encouraging. We pulled off the

annual Fashion Revolution Week in a

pandemic and are already working on

the next one!”

These milestones of Melissa’s, though,

are a moment in time. The work

on-the-ground and behind-the-scenes

are smaller and consistent but more

meaningful in impact, as she pointed

out. Hence, she will continue to create

more opportunities for fellow

Malaysians to learn and engage in a

more sustainable future - like her

clothes swaps and environmental

events such as The Conscious Market so

everyone can work together to develop

a generation of conscious citizens.

The effects of the

pandemic on her work

and lifestyle

Throughout the pandemic, Melissa felt

the limitations to what can be


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COVER Story

Melissa’s personal health

and beauty tips

Unsurprisingly, Melissa believes that less-ismore.

“Less packaged food, more whole foods.

Less animal-based proteins, more nourishing

plant-based food.”

“As for beauty, I try to choose from brands that

have taken ambitious steps to clean up their

business and are kept accountable like BCorps.

Business can be a force for good, and I would

want to support businesses that prioritise

people and the planet just as much, if not

more, than profit. We are voting with our

dollars, and businesses respond to demand

signals from us consumers. I also drastically

reduce my consumption of beauty products by

not making impulsive purchases and using

everything to the last drop. It baffles me how

many lipsticks and eyeshadow palettes we’re

‘expected’ to buy with new releases at every

corner and occasion by every brand, I’m still

nowhere near finishing my eyeshadow palette

from 5 years ago and I still have one red

lipstick and one pink one. If I try to purchase

more, all of it will be wasted. I only have one

face! So I’m saving a lot of things going into

the bin (because they expire quickly too) while

saving money too,” she concluded her

interview with Natural Health.

accomplished virtually, but she also felt

that it opened doors to be creative

through these challenges. “If things

were just 'normal', I would not have

co-hosted a weekly Greenwashing

room on Clubhouse for 3 months and

went even deeper in my learning from

the global community. I would not have

run a sustainable fashion consumer

behaviour survey in Fashion Revolution

Malaysia, or host community circles for

people to personally engage deeper in

climate conversations. So this in a way,

was an opportunity for me to look

beyond what I've always done, to what

else I could do. The challenges of the

pandemic have also given many of us

opportunities to drive home the link of

our human choices to the impacts on

our lives.”

Melissa went on to share her take on

how deforestation and the invasion of

the natural world was linked to the

creation of the virus. She pointed out

how a lot of people started questioning

their own consumption when they were

stuck indoors with closets full of

clothing with nowhere to go. And

people started to realise how important

connection to community was, not the

consumerism we have distracted

ourselves with. Cover stiry

When asked about her plans for the

future, Melissa revealed that she

intends to host more in-person

community events like clothes swaps

and environmental educational

programs. “I will also focus on

developing the core team and network

of sustainable fashion advocates for

Fashion Revolution.”

Climate -

friendly

adaptations in

our lifestyle

bring us a world

of good beyond

the good it does

for the world.


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• A special combination of Probiotic strains imported from Canada - Lactobacillus Helveticus-Rosell 52,

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This multiple award-winner comes in a convenient powder form, which children love to take and they do

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Heat Patch

for Neck & Shoulder Pain

Ammeltz Yoko Yoko Air Activated

Heat Patch for Neck and Shoulder Pain

Life should never be a pain in the neck!

Being in one position for too long, especially if it’s in front of the computer or laptop, or, even on your phone

or tablet, will inevitably lead to some sort of pain or discomfort on your neck and shoulders. Stiffness at

the neck, strains, muscle weakness, neuralgia, and even frozen shoulders can be quite painful to endure.

Unfortunately, not everyone can have the luxury of staying away from using the computer or laptop for

too long, especially if their work depends on using one! Here’s where the award-winning solution, namely

the Ammeltz Yoko Yoko Air Activated Heat Patch for Neck and Shoulder Pain comes to the rescue!

This convenient, easy-to-use patch can be applied as soon as you feel any aching sensation about to take

place at your neck or shoulder regions. Designed large enough to cover 13cm x 9.5cm of skin, it will heat

up the area to a comfortable 40°C, which in turn helps to improve blood circulation, resulting in pain relief

for up to 8 hours. Odourless and perfume free, it is safe to use by all, and will not irritate the skin! Plus, it’s

also easy to carry around in one’s purse and handbag, to be used in times of need.

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Heat Patch for Back Pain

Ammeltz Yoko Yoko Air

Activated Heat Patch for Back Pain

Because life is meant to be lived, pain-free!

Back pain isn’t something that most of us can completely avoid in our lives, and it’s safe to say that we

have all experienced it to some extent. Many among us may actually be contending with back pains

and aches on a regular basis, not realising that there are ways for us to manage them without having

to turn to drugs or drug-based solutions. Also, not everyone likes to be rubbing on all sorts of strong

smelling medicated oils and creams either. Safe, convenient and easy to use, AMMELTZ Yoko Yoko

Air Activated Heat Patch for Back Pain is a non-medicinal patch which works in its own unique way by

heating the painful area, warming it up to a comforting and soothing temperature of 40 degrees Celsius.

It works by stimulating blood circulation, which in turn reduces the pain. Each patch can bring comfort

and relief which lasts up to eight hours! The patches are also void of fragrances, hence they will not cause

unnecessary irritation to the user’s skin. They are generously sized, each measuring 22cm x 9.5cm, and

are designed to be used for the large areas of one’s back. It is the most comfortable heat patch to use,

anytime, anywhere, and it is recommended to keep one handy at all times, to be used whenever needed.

So why endure back pains anymore? Eliminate them effectively with AMMELTZ Yoko Yoko Air Activated

Heat Patch for Back Pain.

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Heat Patch for Menstrual Pain

Ammeltz Yoko Yoko Air Activated

Heat Patch for Menstrual Pain

Unique, effective solution for mensrual pain

Menstrual pains - only women who have experienced (or are experiencing) them can understand the

frustration of having to put up with the discomfort it brings. It may be a part of some women’s lives, but no

one says that we have to bear it all! There are always ways to deal with it, and one safe and effective way

to manage and even eliminate menstrual pain is through a very special heat patch. Ammeltz Yoko Yoko

Air- Activated Heat Patch for Menstrual Pain is an award-winning product which is created specifically

to address menstrual pains. Measuring 14cm x 7cm, each patch offers a comfortable fit on the abdomen

with its curved design. It heats up the skin to a pleasantly soothing 40°C, offering a naturally therapeutic

warmth to help provide 8 hours of relief with each use. With this non-medicinal heat patch, women

no longer need to turn to drugs or any other chemical based products to ease the discomfort on their

abdomen during those uncomfortable menstrual periods. As it is made perfume-free and is odourless, the

heat patches are also suitable for women with sensitive skin. All women who experience menstrual pain

should carry one or more of these award-winning heat patches in their purses or handbags, for the sheer

convenience of it, and of course, for its effectiveness in addressing menstrual pains.

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Moisturizing Cleanser

(Dry Skin & Wrinkled Skin)

Oilum Hydro-Rebalance Firming Cleanser

Truly Valuable Care for Dry Skin

As we need to clean our skin every single day, at least twice daily, the cleansing product we use matters

a lot. For skin that is dry, the biggest issue will be cleaning the skin without worsening this situation! This

product, Oilum Hydro-Rebalance Firming Cleanser, is yet to be matched in terms of efficiency and loving

care towards dry at any age. It owes its success to its ability to clean the complexion while still minding

its natural protective function, its original structure as well as its hydration balance, the factors most other

facial cleansers fail to respect. They are also the reasons why a person with dry skin ends up worse after

each wash. Oilum Hydro-Rebalance Firming Cleanser however, supports the skin’s own natural ability

in re-balancing its hydration. The cleanser is also designed to ensure integrity of the skin’s moisturebarrier

function. Oilum Hydro-Rebalance Firming Cleanser also contains antioxidant-rich Olive Oil which is

helpful in protecting the skin from free-radical damages. Those who have made the switch to this awardwinning

skin cleanser have noticed a distinctive improvement in their skin.

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Moisturizing Lotion

(Dry Skin & Wrinkled Skin)

Oilum Derma-Firm Lotion

Repairs and Hydrates for Renewed Radiance

Moisturising the skin is a step in skincare that cannot be neglected as it’s how we protect our skin against

dryness. A more intense approach in moisturising will be needed for skin that is drier than normal. For

many people who are facing such skin issues, their normal moisturiser is simply not able to keep up with

the increasing hydration needs of the skin.That is, unless they are users of Oilum Derma-Firm Lotion,

the multi award-winning products that is known for its efficiency in providing deep hydration to all skin

types, particularly parched skin. The dwindling production of collagen is also responsible for loss of the

skin’s elasticity. Oilum Derma-Firm Lotion is formulated to promote the skin’s production of collagen

while boosting the cell-renewal process as well. Additionally, it also contains Olive Oil, which is rich in

antioxidants that can help prevent free radical damages to the skin. Together with its Double-UV Filter to

help shield the skin against the harmful rays of the sun, users can look forward to more deeply hydrated,

healthy skin with regular use of Oilum Derma-Firm Lotion. Plus, the fact that it’s non-greasy means that

the skin is left glowing with health, not oily!

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Heart Healthy Food

Oat Grain TM 35

Start Your Day with Healthy Grains

We are all aware of the healthy benefits of grains when incorporated into our daily diet. Combining 32

different grains such as brown rice, oat, barley and quinoa with a few selected herbs, OatGrain TM 35, a

multi-award winning product imported from Sweden is a fine example of what a healthy diet should include.

Its combination of ingredients work in synergy to contribute to better heart health and in maintaining a

healthy weight too. Rich in beta glucan, a soluble fibre, as well as B vitamins and minerals, this tasty and

nutritious product helps to improve the body’s metabolism while also aiding in digestion. Its omega 2 fatty

acids support heart health as well as brain health, making OatGrain TM 35 an ideal complement to a healthy

diet and healthy lifestyle.

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Gut Health Supplement

HEXBIO ® MCP ® Granule

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Because a Healthy Body Begins in the Gut

A healthy gut is key to a healthy life. Hexbio ® Mcp ® Granule simplifies things for us, allowing an

uncomplicated way to maintain our gut health. It is specially formulated with six beneficial bacteria strains,

using Microbial Cell Preparation (MCP). Each individual sachet offers a concentration of 30 Billion colonyforming

units (CFU) of multi-strain beneficial bacteria known as MCP ® BCMC ® strains. It has been clinicallytested

safe and beneficial in improving gut health as well as supporting a healthy body and optimal

digestive health. Besides, it is safe to be taken by those who are lactose intolerant, and it is gluten-free,

as well as free from other allergens including peanuts. The award-winning product is GMP-manufactured,

and registered by the National Pharmaceutical Regulatory Agency (NPRA, Malaysia Ministry of Health).

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Enzyme Drinks

Bioxil Innertreats VitalZyme

The Benefits of 100% Natural Plant Enzymes in a Tasty Shot

It’s 2021 and there is still a pandemic raging around us. Taking care of our overall wellness is crucial,

especially during these times. Savvy consumers have been turning to Bioxil Innertreats VitalZyme, a

nutrient-dense product made to enhance our wellbeing by improving the body’s defense and digestion.

Thanks to the hard work of top scientists and researchers from around the world, we are now able to

enjoy the amazing health benefits of Bioxil Innertreats VitalZyme, which consists of 126 fruits and plants

blended into a tasty enzyme drink. There has never been a more convenient way to take in that many

precious plant foods and enjoy the benefits of natural plant enzymes. This 100% natural enzyme drink is

powered up with doubleNUTRI ® technology to provide you a better bio-availability of potent antioxidants,

organic acids and phytonutrients in each serving, with better absorption rates to fend off free radicals.

Bioxil Innertreats VitalZyme is the award-winning way to maintain our overall wellness, keeping us lively

and energetic with the precious nutrients of plant foods.

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Aloe Vera Soothing Gel

Body Buddy

Nature’s gift brought to you by Body Buddy

Aloe vera is a perennial plant with countless benefits and has been used as an active ingredient in many

products. An award-winning product which utilises the skin-loving properties of aloe vera is Body Buddy

Aloe Vera Moisture Real Soothing Gel. Made from pure Californian aloe base extracts, it contains no

parabens, mineral oil, animal oil, silicon, Benzophenone and coloring, which makes it safe and suitable for

everyone in the family. It is especially useful to sloth sunburns as well as minor burns, scrapes and cuts. It

is cooling on the skin, and is a great skin hydrator as well. Body Buddy Aloe Vera Moisture Real Soothing

Gel is an ideal way to keep our skin moisturised and glowing with health, and is perfect for moisturising

dry spots on elbows, knees and all other parched areas that need a boost in hydration. Versatile and

non-greasy, the Body Buddy Aloe Vera Moisture Real Soothing can be applied anytime as a cooling facial

mask, eye mask and even hair treatment mask! Users have even found that it gives their makeup a lovely,

dewy finish!

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Thermal Cooker

La gourmet Vacuum Insulated

Thermal Cooker

There Will Always be Time to Cook

We’ve all been there, when we just opted out of cooking due to lack of time. Yes, cooking most of our

favourite dishes can be time-consuming, and at times, our schedule doesn’t seem to permit it. That’s not

the case, however, with users of La gourmet’s Vacuum Insulated Thermal Cooker, a multi-award winner

in the category of Thermal Cooker! Cooking seemed to have been simplified thanks to this innovative

kitchen appliance. 15 minutes is all we would need to serve delicious, wholesome dishes such as soups,

stews, porridges, curries, and even stocks, broths, and more! It’s easy - just heat up your ingredients in

the inner pot and bring it to a boil for 15 minutes. Next, just place it in the outer pot, close the lid and lock

the cover. The pot can be left on its own to cook using its heat insulation. This way of cooking also ensures

that more nutrients are kept intact, plus, it’s way tastier too! La gourmet’s Thermal Cooker is made from

304 Stainless Steel and has an extra copper lining for maximum temperature retention, with a scratch

resistant film on its body too. It is leak and spill-proof, and allows you to cook without the use of fire or

electricity. You can even keep your food at any temperature, hot or cold, for about 12 hours! Plus, this

versatile appliance can even function as an ice-cooler, or a steriliser. With La gourmet’s Thermal Cooker,

you’ll want to be in the kitchen more often, just for the new-found love of cooking!

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Thermalware

La gourmet Thermalware

Keep it Hot or Cold always

People tend to spend a lot of money these days on food containers and thermal containers which are

supposed to be of high quality, but are they getting their money’s worth? If they are from La gourmet’s

Thermalware collection, then the answer is, ‘YES’. Made using food-safe 18/8 stainless steel, each

product from this range is absolutely free from BPA, Phthalates, lead and other toxins, which means it is

non-leaching and safe for food and drinks of any temperature. No more worrying about leeched toxins

from plastic ware and aluminum bottles, which are capable of contaminating your food and drinks. La

gourmet Thermalware are also double walled and vacuum-pumped, resulting in better thermal insulation

effect, as well as an ability to retain the temperature of hot contents up to 12 hours & cold contents for up

to 24 hours. Visually appealing, sleek and cool to the touch, La gourmet’s Thermalware are all leak-proof,

spill-proof and condensation-proof too!


Cast Aluminium Cookware

Shogun ® Granite Plus

The Art of Cooking from the Heart

Cooking is more than an important practical life skill - it is an art! When we cook for our family and friends,

it is also a sign of our love for them. Great cooks would never take this gesture for granted, no matter how

simple the dish, the act of cooking deserves to be respected. No one knows this better than Shogun ® , a

renowned name in cookware. Its Granite Plus range of cookware is an epitome of efficiency and durability.

Shogun ® Granite Plus is made using the brand’s 9 Layer System, which is inclusive of its Tritanium ® Ultra

plus, which by itself is five layers of non-stick coating reinforced with ceramic, produced by the largest

Swiss non-stick coating manufacturer. No respectable cook will ever allow harmful compounds to leech

into their cooking from using sub-standard cookware, which is why Shogun ® Granite Plus cookware is

assured to be USFDA, LFGB and European standards compliant for food contact use. Long-lasting,

visually appealing and weighing just right for any type of cooking, Shogun ® Granite plus puts the dignity

and love back into cooking, the way it was meant to be.


Lunch Box & Tiffin Carrier

La gourmet ‘3R PAC2GO’

Pack Your Food Without Doubt or Worry

Following widespread awareness about the importance of our responsibility towards our environment,

feeling guilty each time we use disposable containers to pack our food, because we know for a fact that

if we’re not a part of the solution, then we are a part of the problem! Users of the Award winning ‘3R

PAC2GO’ from La gourmet need not entertain such negative feelings - in fact, they can smile from earto-ear

knowing that they are doing their noble part, each of them, in helping to save the environment by

not contributing to landfills. 100% BPA-free, sturdy, and hygienic, the ‘3R PAC2GO’ never disappoints,

keeping foods fresh and contamination-free, each one with their sturdy stainless steel body which neither

reacts nor leeches. They are leak resistant of course, and what’s more, we can say goodbye to our

containers misting up and leaving annoying wet spots in our recyclable bags! To top it all off, La gourmet

‘3R PAC2GO’ products look so good, that it makes packing one’s lunch such a pleasure!


Air Purifier

LG PuriCare 360° Air Purifier

For Wider Coverage of Fresh, Purified Air

With its latest cutting-edge filtration system and decades of air purifying expertise, LG PuriCare 360° Air

Purifier model bags this award for its assurance of fresh, clean air quicker, while covering a larger space.

Featuring the renowned brand’s Axial-Centrifugal Fan and Guide Vane with Chevron Nozzle, LG PuriCare

360° Air Purifier is 20% more effective than ordinary air purifiers, providing better quality air to a space

of up to 100 square meters, much quicker. Its Clean Booster fan sends purified air up to a distance of

7.5 meters, while its tilted, laterally rotating nozzle pushes freshly filtered air to all areas of a room. LG

PuriCare 360° Air Purifier is also perfect for use in the kitchen to remove odours, fumes and particles

produced during cooking. The model also boasts a Baby Care feature, generating gentle air flow from its

base, effortlessly creating an ideal atmosphere for little ones. To combat micro particles and harmful gasses,

the model is fitted with a 360° Total Care Filter System with specialized filters that tackles large to ultra-fine

particles, with an additional filter that targets odor-causing agents such as formaldehyde. Equipped with

an advanced PM1.0 Smart Sensor, the LG PuriCare 360° Air Purifier not only detects fine particles under

one-micrometer in diameter, but also performs real-time status checks to ensure the air purifier is always

operating in accordance with actual pollution levels. The mode monitors indoor pollution levels and tracks

purification progress. With its attractive, unique cylindrical shape and 360-degree design, the LG PuriCare

360° Air Purifier assures a healthy, comfortable indoor environment for families.

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Tankless Water Purifier

LG PuriCare Tankless Water Purifier

Stress-Free Accessibility to Clean, Hygienic Water

The LG PuriCare Tankless Water Purifier is truly worthy of this accolade as an outstanding, innovative

solution for Malaysian families. With features which include Tankless technology, it is built in such a way

that caters to consumer demands for convenience, safety and hygiene. It also consists of 3-Stage Filtration

System which helps rid our drinking water of microorganism and 7 types of heavy metals including mercury,

lead, arsenic, cadmium, iron, copper and aluminium. Meanwhile, its Left & Right Moving Tap and Tray allows

vertical or horizontal installation of the product, allowing users access to it at an 180-degree direction. Its

latest model - LG PuriCare 4-WARD Tankless Water Purifier also features Up & Down Auto Moving Tap

which detects the placement of the cup on the tray, with self-adjustments on its height, avoiding splashes

and reducing the likelihood of burns with hot water. The tankless water purifier’s Inverter Compressor and

Induction Heating (IH) System allows access to hot, cold or room temperature water while saving energy

because there is no need to reboil water. Hot water, by the way, is always accessible at a quick touch, at

three different temperatures, namely 40°C, 75°C, and 85°C for various needs; from making baby’s milk to

brewing coffee! Since its launch in Malaysia, the sensational response garnered from consumers towards

the LG PuriCare Tankless Water Purifier has led to a triple-digit sales growth for LG. It is, after all, the first

global home appliance brand to introduce the ‘tankless’ concept for water purifiers in Malaysia.

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Herbal Nutritional

Supplement

Thomson Activated Ginkgo

Quality You Can Trust

Our blood needs to be able to move freely around in our body, because it is responsible for carrying oxygen

with it, together with nutrients to be distributed to our entire body, and antibodies to wherever they’re needed.

We also eliminate waste through our blood. It’s easy to see why we need to have good blood circulation to

remain healthy and well. If we are experiencing constant numbness of hands and feet, tiredness, or our hands

and feet feel cold for no reason, chances are we might be having poor blood circulation. Made using a herb

that has been traditionally used to improve blood circulation, Thomson Activated Ginkgo is formulated with

40mg of Activated Ginkgo biloba extract from Japan, equivalent to 2000mg young Japanese Ginkgo leaves.

The product uses an Activation technology from Japan to enhance absorption of its active ingredients.

Blood circulation is thus improved. Thomson Activated Ginkgo is free from pesticides, fungicides, yeast,

colouring and preservatives. The product also contains no biotoxic solvent residues. Thomson Activated

Ginkgo is a trusted product which is manufactured in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).

The brand also has its own in-house quality control laboratory.


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Blood Circulation

Herbal Supplement

Thomson Circulon 125

Live Life Healthily

Cold hands and feet; dizziness; fatigue; numb fingers and toes - these are just some of the symptoms

of poor circulation, and there may be many more. Our blood circulation matters because it’s how our

body supplies oxygen to our tissue, carries nutrients to be used, removes wastes, as well as transports

antibodies to where there’s an infection. We can help our body along with Thomson Circulon, a herbal

preparation made using Activated Ginkgo Biloba extracts. Each tablet contains 125mg of Activated

Ginkgo biloba extract from Japan. This product uses an Activation technology from Japan to enhance

absorption of its active ingredients. Active compounds in Ginkgo biloba such as ginkgo flavone glycoside

and terpene lactone help to promote better blood circulation. No pesticides, fungicides, yeast, colouring or

preservatives have made their way into this preparation, plus it’s also free from biotoxic solvent residues.

Users can also rest assured of its quality as Circulon is manufactured in accordance with strict Good

Manufacturing Practice (GMP), with an in-house quality control laboratory.



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Liver Herbal Supplement

Thomson Livrin 300

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For Day to Day Liver Care

Our liver works hard to keep us healthy each day, yet it is so easy to take it for granted! Neglecting the

health of our liver may lead to numerous undesirable conditions such as poor appetite, bad breath,

bloating, nausea, heatiness, skin issues, dark under-eye circle, etc. Livrin from Thomson lives up to

its reputation of delivering the nutrients our liver would need to stay healthy and functioning well.

The capsule form supplement delivers 300mg of concentrated Milk Thistle extract. Milk Thistle is

traditionally used as a liver tonic. A healthy liver, after all, is essential for a healthy body! Thomson Livrin

is formulated to be free from harmful additives such as sugar, artificial colouring and preservatives,

It also contains no pesticides, fungicides, or yeast. As with all other helpful products from Thomson,

Livrin is manufactured in compliance with our Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), complete with its

own in-house quality control laboratory.





Joint Care Supplement

Thomson OsteoPro

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Live Your Life Actively

Joint issues can severely affect our quality of life. Stiffness, aches and pains felt in our joints are all signs

that the cartilage between our bones have worn down. This leaves them vulnerable to friction, which in

turn, causes pain. Supplementing one’s diet with glucosamine, which is what our cartilage is made of,

has been found to be useful in treating joint issues. Thomson OsteoPro offers the benefits of high quality

glucosamine. Each vegetable capsule contains 300mg of Fully Reacted Glucosamine sulfate. Thomson

OsteoPro helps to reduce the friction between our joints and in doing so, reduces pain and inflammation.

It also helps to reduce painful joint issues caused by cartilage depletion. The product is safe to use, even

by vegetarians, and it contains no shellfish or any other animal-based ingredients. It is also less likely to

cause stomach sensitivities. As with all Thomson products, OsteoPro is manufactured under strict Good

Manufacturing Practice (GMP) with its own in-house quality control laboratory.


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Pharmacy

BIG Pharmacy

Think Pharmacy, Think BIG

BIG Pharmacy Healthcare Group was established in 2006 with a mission to provide customers with great

service and quality products at competitive prices. From its humble beginnings as a single store in Damansara

Uptown, the Group now boasts over 150 outlets nationwide, each serving its community with a wide range

of products including prescription medicines, organic food, supplements, rehabilitation supplies, and health

and beauty products. Licensed pharmacists, nutritionists and dietitians are also on hand to provide advice

and recommendations. The Group has been growing tremendously via merger and acquisitions as well as

rapid store openings. As one of Malaysia’s leading pharmacy chains, the Group hopes to continue growing

and serving the community for many years to come.

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Fish Oil

Pristin ® Omega-3 Fish Oil

Enjoy The Benefits Of Fish Oil, Without Worry

Fish oil is widely used by consumers who wish to enhance their health. It is also useful for its many other

health benefits. Picking up the award for Fish Oil this year is Pristin ® , a name already renowned for its

high quality products. Pristin ® offers a concentrated form of fish oil, which has been tested to be toxinfree,

thanks to the OMATECH molecular distillation technology. Derived from fish gelatin, the softgel

capsules are safe, and suitable to be consumed by everyone. For the responsible and conscientious

consumer, Pristin ® is also among the top choice due to its traceability from wild caught fishes right up

to its capsule form. Pristin ® is free from artificial preservatives, and there is no synthetic coating on its

capsules either.



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Natural Supplement

Maintain Your Health

Constipation is one of the common issues among urbanites and it could be due to a number of unavoidable

reasons. There is however a simple and convenient way to overcome it, and it is with this product: ZINNIA

Inner Cleanse. It is a capsule made of 100% pure natural herbs, and it addresses constipation naturally.

It is simple in nature and easy to consume and it needs no brewing - just 1-2 capsules perday to help

the body excrete the accumulated feces, and relieves that uncomfortable, bloated feeling. ZINNIA Inner

Cleanse is KKM certified (MAL 14055115TC), and adheres to Good manufacturing practices (GMP). Its

contents are encapsulated in a vegetable capsule, and is suitable for vegetarians. ZINNIA Inner Cleanse

helps maintain our health!



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Muscle Building Supplement

Vitamode ® HMB Powder

Your Protection Against Muscle Loss

Many among us fail to take muscle care seriously, as there is a wide misconception that only bodybuilders

or weight lifters should be worrying about the wellbeing of their muscles. How mistaken we are.

The fact is, each of us have a skeletal muscle build-up of about 30% to 50% of our entire body weight!

Our muscles play a major role in our physical movements, our strength as well as our balance. If our

muscles aren’t strong enough, our mobility will be at risk. Interestingly, if we can’t move around well

and lack exercise, our bones in turn will suffer too, and become weak, stiff, and vulnerable to fractures.

Another point worth knowing is that muscle loss may occur as early as in our 30’s, and by the time we

realise it, it may have gravely affected our lives. This is where Vitamode ® HMB Powder can help out the

most - in helping the body repair and fight muscle loss. This fresh tasting beverage contains 1.5g of

Calcium Beta-Hydroxy-Beta-Methylbutyrate (CaHMB), providing a naturally occurring metabolite of the

amino acid leucine, called HMB. This is exactly what each of us need to repair our muscles daily, and

protect our body from muscle loss. Vitamode ® HMB Powder - the muscle building supplement we need

for a stronger, healthier body.

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Supplement for

Cell Regeneration and Repair

Biospray & Biospray Plus

Biospray

Repairs and regenerates, from within!

We are all naturally susceptible to a decline in natural Human Growth Factor, and in time, we’re bound

to face cell degeneration and aging. The process can be halted though, with this revolutionary product,

BIOSPRAY, which promotes the secretion of more Human Growth Hormone (HGH) from our body, while

supplementing our cells with the nutrients it needs, including Insulin-like Growth Factor-1 (IGF-1) Colostrum

Extracts. As a comprehensive nutritional supplement, BIOSPRAY from NUTRIC is specifically created for cell

repair, regeneration and defense, strengthening the body’s constitution, improving skin elasticity, delaying

aging and helping with memory function. It also facilitates the growth of human bones and muscles. The

unique formula comes from colostrum and four types of amino acids: L-Arginine, L-Ornithine, L-Glutamine,

L-Lysine. Free from artificial hormones and safe for long-term use, 5 sprays under the tongue at bedtime

is all we need to help boost the body’s natural repair mechanism, keeping the symptoms of aging at bay.

Biospray Plus

Helping to strengthen our resistance and defence mechanisms for a healthier life

Ending our quest for a stronger immune system is BIOSPRAY PLUS from NUTRIC, which is formulated with

22 amino acids, 10 vitamins, 10 minerals, and most crucially, Colostrum, which is rich in Growth Factor as well

as Immune Factor hormones. These nutrients not only strengthen the body’s immune system, strengthen the

body’s constitution, the body functions more flexibly, but also help you have the ability to resist the invasion of

disease at all times. BIOSPRAY PLUS’s ingredients are absolutely natural. Just 5 sprays under the tongue each

morning will help strengthen the immune system from within, for a stronger, more resilient body. Formulated

to repair and rejuvenate the cells in our body, BIOSPRAY PLUS also helps in cell metabolism. This awardwinning

duo helps us acquire a simply better quality of life by repairing, and rejuvenating our body from

the inside, keeping diseases away and helping people move towards a healthy life.

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Supplement

for Immune System

Biospray & Biospray Plus

Biospray

Repairs and regenerates, from within!

We are all naturally susceptible to a decline in natural Human Growth Factor, and in time, we’re bound

to face cell degeneration and aging. The process can be halted though, with this revolutionary product,

BIOSPRAY, which promotes the secretion of more Human Growth Hormone (HGH) from our body, while

supplementing our cells with the nutrients it needs, including Insulin-like Growth Factor-1 (IGF-1) Colostrum

Extracts. As a comprehensive nutritional supplement, BIOSPRAY from NUTRIC is specifically created for cell

repair, regeneration and defense, strengthening the body’s constitution, improving skin elasticity, delaying

aging and helping with memory function. It also facilitates the growth of human bones and muscles. The

unique formula comes from colostrum and four types of amino acids: L-Arginine, L-Ornithine, L-Glutamine,

L-Lysine. Free from artificial hormones and safe for long-term use, 5 sprays under the tongue at bedtime

is all we need to help boost the body’s natural repair mechanism, keeping the symptoms of aging at bay.

Biospray Plus

Helping to strengthen our resistance and defence mechanisms for a healthier life

Ending our quest for a stronger immune system is BIOSPRAY PLUS from NUTRIC, which is formulated with

22 amino acids, 10 vitamins, 10 minerals, and most crucially, Colostrum, which is rich in Growth Factor as well

as Immune Factor hormones. These nutrients not only strengthen the body’s immune system, strengthen the

body’s constitution, the body functions more flexibly, but also help you have the ability to resist the invasion of

disease at all times. BIOSPRAY PLUS’s ingredients are absolutely natural. Just 5 sprays under the tongue each

morning will help strengthen the immune system from within, for a stronger, more resilient body. Formulated

to repair and rejuvenate the cells in our body, BIOSPRAY PLUS also helps in cell metabolism. This awardwinning

duo helps us acquire a simply better quality of life by repairing, and rejuvenating our body from

the inside, keeping diseases away and helping people move towards a healthy life.

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Antioxidant Supplement

Phyto Complex

Your Potent Source of Super-Antioxidants!

Every day, we are exposed to health deteriorating free radicals through many factors including

environment pollutants such as automobile exhaust, pesticides, herbicides, industry chemicals, chlorine

in the water and many more. The consumption of antioxidants helps us to eradicate these free radicals

and deter them from the menace they cause to our bodies. Grape seed extract has always been known

as a super-antioxidant. Phyto Complex utilizes a high-technology extraction method which allows for the

extraction of oligomeric proanthocyanidins (OPC), a concentrated and potent super antioxidant, from

grape seed. These OPC components have been found to be much stronger and many times more potent

than Vitamins C and E. in neutralising free radicals. Phyto Complex helps to hasten the elimination of

toxins from our system and protects our cardiovascular health. It also helps in strengthening our immune

system, improves blood circulation, repairs damaged collagen and improves the appearance of our skin.

As a plant-based antioxidant supplement, Phyto Complex is suitable to be taken even for vegetarians.

Formulated with both soluble and insoluble fiber sources, Phyto Complex also helps in easing cold and

flu symptoms, and is suitable for long-term use.

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Kid’s Eye Supplement (Chewable)

Mamoru Bilberry Colostrum

For eyes that sparkle with health

Children’s eyesight has to be taken good care of by their parents and/or caregivers or there will be risks

of vision issues, especially during these times of increased usage of screens for learning, playing, etc. A

healthy, well-balanced diet which offers the right nutrients for eye health would be of immense help, but it

may not necessarily be attainable for most families, especially on a daily basis. Mamoru Bilberry Colostrum,

this year’s winner of Kid’s Eye Supplement has turned out to be of great help for parents who are keen to

ensure their children’s eye health. They are fromulated using concentrated bilberry extract together with

colostrum, which is the milk of cows that is produced within the first 24-48 hours after giving birth. The

anthocyanins-rich bilberries are known to provide ample support for eye health. Combined with immuneboosting

colostrum, these delectable, chewable Mamoru Bilberry Colostrum is easily absorbed by the body,

helping to improve vision, soothe tired eyes, and promote healthier, sharper vision for growing children.

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Prenatal Collagen

Ou Shih Chia Hydrolysed Collagen

The Purest Form of Collagen a Mother can Trust

Ou Shih Chia (OSC) Hydrolysed Collagen is the most 100% purest award winning collagen found in Asia

Pacific. There are 7 ways to differentiate OSC hydrolysed collagen with other brands. The ingredient is

found as only 100% pure collagen in a bottle, no hormone and steroid, safe to take during pregnancy and

not cancerous, sugar free, non-additives or artificial flavouring, fat free, tasteless and odourless.

OSC Hydrolysed Collagen has been scientifically proven result as in increase 65% collagen in the skin,

increase 10% skin elasticity and 32% reduce perorbital wrinkles and 18% increase elastin in skin in only

four weeks. Our patent rights by VERISOL ® from GELITA since 1875 scientifically proven can stimulate

skin metabolism and counteract the loss of collagenous extracellular matrix from the inside.

OSC Hydrolysed Collagen are made to be completely 100% safe for pregnancy and exceptionally

beneficial for breast feeding mummy and it’s actually help the mummies to prevent from stretch mark,

sagging breast and also hair fall. Besides, OSC Hydrolysed Collagen help foetus and mother for healthier

blood vessels, bones, skin, ligaments and internal organs, and hence help to keep the mother’s skin

healthy, resilient, and free from stretch marks too. In fact, according to our case studies, OSC Hydrolysed

Collagen taker delivered their second baby in a fairer skin compare to their first child were non OSC

Hydrolysed Collagen intake.

Lucky for you, you can find everything you need for your skin right here, OSC Hydrolysed Collagen carries

up to 40 results in just a simple bottle.

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Woman Health Drink

Black Sugar Dynasty Menstrual Combo

Healthy Menstrual for a Healthy Life

Attention Ladies! Facing Missed period, Irregular Menstrual Cycle ( 紊乱不准 ), Menstrual Low Volume

(hypomenorrhea / 量少 ), early menopause ( 提早闭经 ), or suffering from Period Pain? Well, worry not as Black

Sugar Dynasty is here to help. “BSD Menstrual Combo” is a 7 years’ Proven Formula, formulated not only to

regulate various menstrual issues but also helps to replenish monthly menstrual losses, preventing irregularity

in menstruation. The Combo consists of 2 types of Ginger Tea, which bagged multiple years of Natural Health

Awards, and are combined with a Traditional Herbal tonic Rose SiWu. These 3 are very effective in warming

the uterus, regulate menstrual, enhanced blood & Qi circulation and generation. In a nutshell, this combo

regulates body functions, normalizes ovaries secretion and improves ovulation; giving you a healthy monthly

worry-free menstrual cycle while improving fertility. It also helps in delaying menopause too!

BSD Menstrual Combo, undergoes a special deep boiled process that helps to break down all the nutrients

into smaller molecules making it easier for absorption. It is also internationally certified with ISO22000, HACCP

Food & Safety procedures, Halal (exclude Rose Siwu) & tested by FDA, TAF and SGS to ensure the best

quality is delivered to you. BSD Menstrual combo has been helping over 10,000 of Malaysian ladies on their

Irregular Menstrual. There is also another upgraded option “Arabinose BSD Menstrual Combo”, suitable for

those who are diabetics or highly concerned about high glucose levels too. So, what are you waiting for?

Hurry and grab these goodies for a worry free menstrual cycle!

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Pure Honey

BeeBudz Honey

Always real, always pure, naturally delicious!

Eight out of ten honey products in the Malaysian market have been found to be fake! These kinds of

negative vibes surrounding the topic of honey consumption for the past few years has affected consumers’

trust for the products available out there, and has made looking for authentic honey quite a challenge.

Fortunately for all of us, BeeBudz ® Honey is the ultimate answer! This award-winning brand of honey

has been put through the RapidRAW Honey Analysis conducted by GENOM Malaysia Institute, and is

proven to be 100% pure. To top it off, all BeeBudz ® Natural Pure Honey, BeeBudz Honey with Berries and

BeeBudz Honey with Lemon products are also certified Halal by JAKIM. Its line of deliciously natural, pure

honey includes the acclaimed antioxidant-rich, anti-inflammatory Pure Tualang Honey harvested from

Tasik Kenyir. The brand is also Malaysia’s first of its kind to produce a 100% pure honey blended with

real fruit extracts! There is Honey With Berries; four types of berries to be exact - blackberry, blueberry,

raspberry and elderberry. There is also Honey With Lemon, a superior combination of pure, natural honey

with nutrient-dense, disease-fighting lemon extracts! Apart from that the BeeBudz ® Pure, Natural Honey

plain variant is anything but plain, delivering the powerful benefits of infection-fighting honey into our

system. Founded by two loving moms who wanted the best for their family and friends, BeeBudz ® is now

available for everyone to enjoy, without guilt, worry or doubt!

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Skin Glowing Drink

Eclairer Skin Beauty Drink

For that Natural Glow of Health

Fairer, brighter skin with a naturally healthy glow is the dream of most women today. Skin that brims with

health is a sign of great care and attitude towards one’s own self image, and it definitely gives us that

boost of confidence we all yearn for. Eclairer, meaning “Illumination” in French, is specially dedicated to

women’s skin health and beauty, delivering a plethora of skin-beautifying ingredients to the skin. Among

them are two award-winning patented ingredients from Japan, and they are HITHION ® torula yeast and

KOMECERA ® rice ceramide. HITHION ® torula yeast is a natural source of Glutathione, and it functions as

a skin brightener, whereas KOMECERA ® rice ceramide provides intense moisture and anti-inflammation

properties to the skin. Dedicated to helping women with acne, scaring, sun burns, and pigmentation,

Eclairer is formulated with 100% natural ingredients. It is enriched with antioxidant-rich mixed berries and

Vitamin C, and is able to provide ample nourishment to the skin from the inside, allowing it to be naturally

glowing. With Eclairer, the skin is nourished from within and without.

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Body Wash

EUBOS Urea 5% Washing Lotion

The Mild and Caring Way to Clean Dry, Taut Skin

Anyone who has to contend with dry skin will attest to the fact that their skin normally feels very

uncomfortable after each wash. That dry, tight feeling is enough to ruin our day, and this may get worse

if it progresses to itchiness or reddening. While there are many brands of skin cleansers that claim to

be suitable for extremely dry skin, they do not necessarily deliver the expected results. Here’s where

renowned brand EUBOS stands out, with this award-winning product, the Urea 5% Washing Lotion. It is

formulated to be gentle enough to clean even very dry skin. With its pleasant texture, it works by cleansing

the skin while replenishing its lipid and protecting against dryness, while, delivering a soothing effect

which is far from what you would get with conventional body washes. The product uses a combination

of active ingredients which include lactic acid, oligofructose, sea minerals, glycerol and nourishing lipids,

that work together to ensure that the skin’s natural barrier is uncompromised. Even dry, itchy skin will

benefit from its mildness, plus, it has a physiological pH, and is free from alkaline soap and ether sulfate.

EUBOS Urea 5% Washing Lotion is so gentle that it’s also suitable for children.

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Intimate Skin Lightening Gel

V-Mina Feminine Lightening Gel

Lightens and Protects, Naturally

Practicing good intimate care always gives women that added confidence they could do with. This includes

caring for the skin at the intimate area in order to combat darkening. With V-mina Feminine Lightening

Gel, women can look forward to naturally lightened skin with daily use. With a combination of 7 authentic

Swiss Alpine Plant Extracts clinically tested for their natural skin lightening benefit, and Vitamin C that

serves as an additional revitalizing and antioxidant ingredient, women tend to notice a tangible difference

after several uses. It also offers the benefits from soothing Allantoin, rejuvenating Ginkgo Biloba extract,

moisturising Honey extract, as well as Lactic Acid to help exfoliate dead skin cells and impurities, while

maintaining moisture balance. V-mina Feminine Lightening Gel also contains YoghurtExtract++, which

is the functionally proven bioactive essence of Lactobacillus-cultivated yoghurt enriched with Prebiotic

(L+Synbiotic), and Vit B12. This means that V-mina Feminine Lightening Gel is able to ensure its users

a Natural Probiotic Defense and Support Mechanism, adding up to healthier microflora balance with an

ideal pH level at the intimate area. Users have also reported satisfying results in lightening their lips using

this remarkable, versatile, skin-lightening product.

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Ergonomic Products

ANEW Ergonomic Range

Make Every Seat the Best in the House!

As a result of the pandemic, countless people found themselves having to be seated by their computer

for long hours as their jobs were switched to online tasks and duties. This gave rise to a spike in back,

neck and shoulder issues due to the strain and pressure of being in the same position for a long period of

time. ANEW was created by professionals specifically to address these issues. Firstly, is seat support. The

ANEW Ergonomic Seat Cushion helps to reduce the pressure from pelvis, providing an added support for

thighs. Its specially designed concave area surrounds the buttocks for much more comfort while sitting,

and it helps to keep the body in a healthier posture while being seated for long hours. The Ergonomic

Back Cushion is another important item to have, to help eliminate neck, back and shoulder pains, as

well as to help boost our blood circulation! Instead of spending money on expensive ergonomic chairs,

it makes more sense to upgrade one’s office chair, dining chair, car seat, or even wheelchair with this

Ergonomic Back Cushion from ANEW, for that much-needed lumbar support. Just as important, the

ANEW Ergonomic Footrest places the power of great support at one’s feet, literally, by helping to push the

body against the chair for added lumbar support and on the whole, allows for better overall sitting posture.

This ergonomic product range from ANEW is what most people could do with today, for better support,

and for avoiding aches and pains from being seated for long hours.

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Brightening Face Cream

Sailajah Vita-C Brightening Cream

That’s the glow we want!

Uneven skin tone. Pigmentation, age spots, sun damage and even scars - these are just some of the skin

issues faced by many women today, and they may be brought about by long-term neglect, or, they may

also be the symptoms of problem skin and even aging. Formulated to address multiple skin issues, Sailajah

Vita-C Brightening Cream gives women back their confidence and self-esteem with results you can see and

feel. It is made using Kojic Acid, tangerine peel and Vitamins C and E, which work together to offer a lovely,

satisfying outcome for all skin types, with adequate UV protection to boot. Working to ensure that sunspots,

damage and scars all fade away in time, Sailajah Brightening Cream also deeply hydrates the skin,

for that precious glow we are all after. From dull and weary to smooth and glowing - Sailajah has all it takes

to brighten up your skin and leave it feeling deeply cared for all day long!

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Contact Lenses

CooperVision Contact Lenses

The benchmark of comfort in contact lenses

CooperVision brings relief to contact lens users with their line of exclusive products which are comfortable

on the eye as well as the wallet. clariti ® 1 day daily replaceable contact lenses with its UV blocker supports

eye health with its healthy lens material that allows the eyes to receive all the oxygen they need. It ensures

comfort and excellent vision without burning a hole in one’s pocket.

The CooperVision ® Biofinity ® contact lenses are an epitome of comfort and breathability. They offer users

a crisp, sharp vision regardless if they are addressing short-sightedness, or long-sightedness delivering

remarkable visual performance. Made with CooperVision ® Aquaform ® Technology, they provide 100% of

the oxygen needed by one’s eyes, and allows natural wettability for the eyes. Even during long, busy days,

its smooth surface with special rounded edges maximizes eye comfort by minimising interaction between

one’s eyes and the contact lenses.

Contact lens users can live life their way with Live ® daily disposable, CooperVision ® ’s silicone hydrogel

1-day contact lenses. Made for comfort, the AquaGen ® Technology used for these lenses sustain their

high water content to ensure excellent all-day comfort. They’re healthier too, allowing 100% of the oxygen

to reach the eyes, helping to keep one’s vision in good health. Live ® daily disposable contact lenses are

also child-friendly and easy-to-use.

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Natural Toothpaste

Red Seal Natural Toothpaste

Cleaning Teeth Naturally for Over 30 Years

Most of us don’t pay much attention to our teeth brushing habits, as we have been brushing our teeth

since infancy, using any toothpaste we (or our parents) are accustomed to. Our oral mucosal lining has up

to 90% absorption efficiency and we are unknowingly undermining our health to many chemicals such as

parabens and triclosan in conventional toothpastes. This is why Red Seal has left its mark as the Winner

of the Natural Toothpaste category, offering a range of safe and reputable alternatives to conventional

toothpastes. Over 30 years ago, Red Seal pioneered the idea of Natural Toothpaste in New Zealand, crafted

functional toothpastes using herbal and mineral ingredients such as bee propolis, baking soda, herbal and

chlorophyll extracts, essential oils, activated charcoal, liquorice, coconut oil, etc. Even the preservative

used- Totaro oil is natural! We brush our teeth at least 730 times every year (twice a day at least), so make it

count with your natural toothpaste ingredients! Red Seal, incredible inside.

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Natural Food for

Glucose Control

Insourin Citron Juice Powder Drink

Because Life can be Sweeter

Don’t we all just love our sweet treats - ice-cream, cookies, sweets and even our national favourite, tehtarik!

However, we are all well aware of the consequences of these indulgences, especially for those who

are already dealing with health issues caused by their body’s inability to process sugar properly. Insourin

Citron Juice Powder Drink, with its patented momorinda chanrantia polypeptide, helps to activate the

insulin receptor allowing glucose to be more efficiently utilised. This patented compound also helps to reap

positive results in terms of liver health. Insourin’s green coffee content further assists as a carbohydrate

blocker, while a non-caloric sweetener, Erythritol, ensures a delectable, pleasing taste.

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Habbatus Sauda Beverage

AFYAA Hayyiba

Optimise Your Health

Maintaining good health should not be complicated at all. In spite of the variation in our diet, many of us

fail to include foods that are loaded with essential nutrients. In fact, we are highly addicted to sugary and

junk foods that will certainly compromise our health years down the road if the habit remains constant.

Hence, this is where AFYAA Hayyiba comes to the rescue to optimise your health! It is exclusively

made up of two premium ingredients, Thymocid ® Black Seed Extract, prominently known as Habbatus

Sauda, and Polypeptide-k (PPkTM) Bitter Gourd Seed Extract. On top of that, AFYAA Hayyiba is also

supported by a multitude of other ingredients namely Gymnema Sylvestre Extract, Cinnamon Extract,

Noni Extract, Cat’s Whiskers Extract, full spectrum of B-Complex, and Chromium to ensure your health

is optimally at best. 1 sachet per day, AFYAA Hayyiba is perfect for individuals who want to incorporate

sunnah foods into their diet while simultaneously suitable for those who need a fresh kick-start towards

a healthier lifestyle.

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Pure Essential Oils

Tisserand 100% Natural Pure Essential Oils

Uncompromised Quality and Authenticity

There is no mistaking the amazing health potentials linked to the use of pure, authentic essential oils

(EO). We’ll have to stress on the key words here though, namely, pure and authentic. Tisserand, an

aromatherapy and natural wellbeing product brand renowned for its quality, uses only 100% natural

pure essential oils, making it a precious purchase right to its last drop. From sourcing for raw material to

blending and producing, the expertise and integrity that goes into each bottle of Tisserand essential oil

allows users to freely explore the healing powers of aromatherapy and its many benefits, without worry

or doubt. All Tisserand Essential Oils are either 100% pure organic, wild crafted or ethically harvested,

and the brand only works with responsible partners who meet its high ethical and quality standards. Each

essential oil carries its own unique scent and a plethora of healing and restoring benefits, and they are also

exceptionally affordable to own. WIth Tisserand, we can let nature do the healing!

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S.O.S Skincare

Dermalogica Smart Response Serum

It Knows Exactly What Your Skin Needs

Targeted to recognize and address micro-changes in the skin before they’re visible to the naked eye, the

Smart Response Serum by Dermalogica effectively addresses skin’s needs in real time. It is designed to

respond to the skin’s signals and addresses the skin’s concerns - some of which aren’t even obvious yet

to the naked eye. Using the SmartResponse Technology, Smart Response Serum combines four targeted

active ingredients that know where to go and what to do on our skin. There is Gallic Acid from Japanese

Cornelia Cherry which senses skin’s inflammatory response, and activates itself to soothe and reduce the

appearance of redness. Then, there is Mannose-6-Phosphate to help detect collagen weakness - at the

first signs of visible skin aging, it will help to smooth and firm the skin. Hydrolyzed Wheat Flour, which

is rich in Arabinoxylo-Oligosaccharides helps detect over-production of melanin, and helps to brighten

the skin and reduces the appearance of dark spots. Last but not least, there are Oligosaccharides from

Hydrolyzed Beta Glucan which can reach even the smallest cracks in skin’s lipid barrier, react where it

detects dehydration, and hydrates! Whatever your skin issue, the Smart Response Serum will help you

address it; and the result? Healthy, glowing skin that just gets better-looking each day.

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Beauty Skincare for Glowing Skin

fairieVite

Nature’s Gift to Clean Beauty

For its success in taking skincare and youthful appearance to a completely new level, the fairieVite

range from pureBliss has effortlessly bagged this award for Beauty Skincare for Glowing Skin. The entire

range is based upon the potent fortification of pure, organic Sea Buckthorn (or sea berry) sourced from

the Tibetan Plateau, known for its skin restorative and cell regeneration properties. This particular source

of Sea Buckthorn offers the highest bioactive substances, over 190 in fact, compared to other sources.

This superfruit boasts an antioxidant ability which is 70 times stronger than vitamin C, plus Omega 3, 6,

7 and 9.

The fairieVite range also includes multiple top grade Essential Oils sourced from several parts of the

world, adding to its all-around protection and defence for all skin types. It is packed with nutrients like

Vitamins, Minerals and Amino Acids in this fairieVite range, and they work together as powerful skin

revivers, regenerating skin cells and restoring the skin’s functionality.

Created to address multiple skin conditions and disorders, the fairieVite range is the ultimate answer

for anyone who wishes to pamper and nourish their skin for a more radiant, youthful, and revitalised

appearance with natural glow which can only be achieved with high quality, intensive skincare.

The complete fairieVite range by pureBliss consists of: Skin Renewal Booster & Intensive Youth Loc

Oil (both as a combo known as Power Duo). It is paraben-free, alcohol-free, cruelty-free and 100%

natural scent.

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Natural Dietary Supplement

CardiBerry

Nature’s Gift to Youthfulness and Vitality

Who does not wish for a healthier, more energetic lifestyle, especially if it is acquired from natural and

trusted ingredients? pureBliss has made this dream a reality for us through its natural dietary supplement

known as CardiBerry. It is a proprietary blend of CardiOmegia (Omega 7 from Sea Buckthorn), together

with potent ingredients such as Goji fruit (Wolfberry) and Coenzyme Q10.

Sourced from 100% organic Sea Buckthorn (or sea berry) grown in the Tibetan Plateau: Sea Buckthorn

contains over 190 bioactive nutrients and a full spectrum of Omega 3, 6, 7 and 9. Supplementing one’s

diet with CardiBerry means taking in a plethora of cell-regenerating and restorative nutrients as well as

the highest level of antioxidants to help mop up free radicals and prevent cellular damage from aging as

well as due to oxidative stress.

Some of the well-noted benefits of CardiBerry include improving cardiovascular function and intestinal

health; strengthening the immune system; reducing metabolic syndrome; preventing insomnia; stimulating

the regenerative level of the skin and mucous membranes; aiding in hydration; and helping to nourish from

within, all of which can be felt with daily consumption.

On the external, all these protection and fortification translate to healthier eyes, shinier hair, and of course

a more youthful, natural glowing complexion! CardiBerry does not have any added sugar, artificial

colouring, artificial flavouring or preservatives.

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Sleeping Pillow

Phiten AquaGold Shiatsu Pillows

Sleeping Should Always be this Comfortable!

If our pillow isn’t comfortable and does not offer the support we need, it goes without saying that it may

be impossible to sleep well. Picking up this award for the category of Sleeping Pillow is Phiten, with a

collection of pillows fit for a king and/or queen! The AquaGold Shiatsu Pillow Hills Sleep features Phiten’s

AquaGold silicone balls placed strategically at acupuncture points of the neck and head for total relaxation.

Fatigue is relieved as we sleep as the acupuncture points are stimulated. The pillow also pays due focus

on the cervix by helping to raise the neck to obtain a natural “S” curve, instead of the inappropriately

straightened way we normally sleep. Also available is the Aqua Gold Shiatsu Pillow Standard.

AquaGold Shiatsu Pillow Zero Feeling is yet another revolutionary creation by Phiten for better quality

sleep. Suitable for sleeping on the back or sides, it features a concave centre which cradles the neck for

a comfortable feel while sleeping. Plus, there is also a comforting elastic softness to it.

These award winners are designed by Japan Certified Sleep Therapist to promote quality sleep through

proper sleep posture, enhancing the quality of our deep sleep. These pillows are popular amongst people

who suffer from insomnia, sleep apnea, and poor sleep quality. Wake up with renewed freshness and

energy with a Phiten pillow!

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Necklace for Natural Healing

Phiten Carbonized Titanium Chain Necklace

Simple and Helpful - Why Go a Day without It?

It’s quite common to find titanium being used in various ways that can enhance the quality of our lives and

our activities. It is also often used in the medical industry. That being said, titanium by itself has no health

benefits to offer, and here is where the Phiten Carbonised Titanium Chain Necklace, which has been

treated with the Phiten Unique Technology makes a difference. Bagging this award for the 2nd consecutive

year, the product has enjoyed rave reviews among customers, who have found that their breathing was

easier and better. The chain that can be obtained up to the length of 65cm is also able to relax the neck

and chest area, with customers feeling less burden on the chest and lungs while breathing. The product’s

effectiveness is due to a sputtering process which coats the material with a layer of carbonised titanium

(titanium Carbide), which then allows it to stabilise the body’s bioelectric currents, naturally relaxing our

muscles and nerves. The necklace is simple yet stylish, with its minimalist design which is easily matched

with any outfit, for any occasion - work, sports, a day out with the family, or simply relaxing at home.

Natural self-healing is more attainable with the Phiten Carbonized Titanium Chain Necklace.

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Air Humidifier

R

Deroma Ultra Air Humidifier

Breathe in Healthier Air!

There are many reasons why a home or room may need a humidifier, and among its uses include to moisten

the air, and also help reduce coughs, itchy eyes and dry nasal cavities as well. Air humidifiers are also

useful in relieving sinusitis, as well as alleviating snoring and nose bleed problems. When a room is also

air-conditioned, it will likely cause dryness on our skin and throat, and using a good air humidifier helps to

moisten the air and prevent these issues too. The Ultra Air Humidifier device from Deroma comes with a

large water tank capacity of 4 litres, decreasing the chances of water running low. In any case, the device

automatically shuts off if it does run out of water. Deroma Ultra Air Humidifier releases its mist into the

environment via a twin outlet, using 280 ml of liquid per hour. That’s a long-lasting humidifying effect! The

device comes with a stone element filter which cleans the water for better quality mist. Apart from that, it also

has a UV light sterilisation function! The powerful mist production can be adjusted with a 360° adjustable

mist nozzle and with 3 levels of mist production. It can be set at light-changing mode with the 7 colours of

the rainbow for a colourful atmosphere. Water can be refilled from the top of the transparent water tank,

minimising spilling and mess. Plus, as it comes equipped with our local 3-pin plug, utilisation is even more

simplified. To top it all off, the Deroma Ultra Air Humidifier can be used with its own special Deroma Essential

Oil for a lovely, scented experience!

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Healthy Mineral

Water Dispenser

Leben Kitchen

For Clean and Safe Drinking Water, Anytime

Plain tap water, if unfiltered, may be contaminated and not suitable for consumption, or even for food or

drink preparation. Often, tap water also does not have a pleasant taste, hence it may affect any foods or

drink prepared using it. Most Malaysian homes are fitted with a water dispensing system in the kitchen

following awareness of water-borne diseases and of course, the desire to consume better quality water.

Bagging the award for Healthy Mineral Water Dispenser this year is Leben Kitchen, featuring three models

of stylish yet affordable water dispensing machines. They each come complete as a highly functional

setup that makes accessing clean and safe drinking water a breeze for households, offices, classrooms,

etc. The Leben water dispensing machines boast four filter types that take care of every concern of water

consumption safety, from sediments and dirt to bacteria and odour. The product comes without a binding

contract, and with its free installation, filter maintenance, warranty and after sales services, it’s easy to see

why Leben emerged as the top choice of discerning consumers.

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Ceramic Cookware

GreenPan

The EXPERT in Healthy Ceramic Non-Stick

Since inventing the healthy ceramic non-stick coating in 2007, GreenPan has been the go-to brand for

customers who prioritise healthy cooking. These PFOA-free ceramic nonstick cookware are designed

for top performance. Thermolon ceramic non-stick coating comes with all the advantages of traditional

non-stick cookware without the harmful chemicals (PFAS-free). The pans are Ceramic Non-stick, a layer

derived from sand. No lead, cadmium, PFAS or PFOA were used during the manufacturing process, which

is great news for us all, the consumers, and our environment. Being free of any toxins, even accidental

overheating will not blister or release toxic fumes. Apart from that, the efficient thermal conductivity allows

for perfect frying results with lower heat settings. The pan also gets to heating temperature quickly and

cooks more evenly. Green by name and green by nature, GreenPan emits 60% less carbon dioxide

during the application of its coating. To top it all off, GreenPan uses what’s called the Magneto Induction

Technology, which is a special technology that coats the bottoms of pots and pans with ferromagnetic

particles, providing efficient performance on all hobs including induction. Magneto helps keep the base

from deforming on hobs, allowing foods to cook evenly and the non-stick coating to last. The product also

features a Riveted Silicone Coated Handle for a comfortable stay-cool hold. Each pan is heat resistant,

heating up to 450°, and is oven safe up to 180°C (with Bakelite Handle).

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Electric Kettle

La gourmet Healthy Seamless

Electric Kettle

Your Perfect Choice for Safe & Healthy Water

Living in a modern, high-tech world calls for modern, high-tech ways of boiling water which is exactly

what La gourmet offers to us. The sleek, attractive La gourmet Healthy Seamless Electric Kettle has a

unique seamless inner body void of welding points or hard-to-reach areas, which make cleaning a breeze

compared to conventional electric kettles which tend to trap residues within the kettle. It also features a

one-touch spring lid which opens to a wide 90°, for effortless opening, refilling, cleaning, and closing! The

kettle’s special double wall design offers a cool-to-touch outer layer with a surface temperature reduction

of about 50%. It retains heat though, up to 30% better than most electric kettles, and boils water up to

30% faster too. As its name suggests, it allows for healthy boiling, with no plastic parts in contact with the

water. The kettle’s material is made up of food grade, non-reactive stainless steel, including its inner lid

and strainer. As added safety features, the kettle turns off when it’s dry, and also when the water reaches

to a boil.


Baby Oral Wipes

Roaze Baby Oral Cleaning Wipes

Tender and Caring, Like the Softness of Mother’s Love

Being mom is a sweet journey about loving, growing, changing and challenging. Mothers always think twice

naturally- once for themselves, and once for their child. Mouth- cleaning is an essential task that must be

done safely and quickly while taking care of a delicate newborn baby, especially.

Safety and chemical additives are always the priority of parents’ concern without doubt, and Roaze thinks

the same as parents; natural and non-irritating are their principle. Made of natural and plant-based medical

grade spunlace non-woven fabric, known for its outstanding absorption capability and excellent ductility,

Roaze Baby Oral Cleaning Wipes is one of the softest and safest oral cleaning choice for newborn. It’s a

multifunctional wipe that can be used wet or dry, and is free from fragrance, fluorescent and preservatives;

those are the major characteristics that makes it different from wet wipes. Simply wet it with warm water

before cleaning baby’s tongue, gums and teeth. Add alcohol to sterilise an infant’s toys, playpen, mat,

etc. Apart from that, it can also be used in place of a handkerchief and feeding bib if it’s used dry. Each

wipe is cut into the perfect size and packed into a sealed box that can keep the wipes free from dust

and contaminants. Roaze is an environmentally friendly manufacturer which is certified by FSC, GMP, and

complies with European standards. Let’s protect the earth for next generation together.

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Healthy Frozen Food

From the heart of a loving mother

Jamie Lim, the founder of Zoey’s Homemade, is a single mother dedicated in giving the best to her

daughter. It all started in 2016 from cooking for her daughter in her kitchen; with her passion and love as a

mother, she produces healthy and delicious homemade food with a selection of high-quality ingredients.

These ingredients are carefully chosen for their nutritional value, all created with the family, especially,

children in mind.

Since its first product, every item in Zoey’s Homemade product line is made with 100% natural ingredients

and must adhere to the 3 NO Rules: NO MSG. NO Additives. NO Added Preservatives.

Our signature products includes Marshmallow Bun, Happiness Bun, Cartoon Fish Cake, Homemade Nugget

and Luncheon Meat. We love to add natural vegetable purees and juices into our food for extra nutrition

values; We also believe that colourful food can attract children’s attention and stimulate good appetite.

When it comes to our production team, it is mainly formed by a group of stay-at-home mothers, aiming to

help more mothers in need. We continue to develop healthy food to provide a quick, delicious & nutritious

cooking solution for families. Our vision is to be one of the preferred brand for healthy homemade food

in Malaysia.

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Family Insurance Plan

Prudential PRUMy Medical Plus

Preparing for Life’s Uncertainties

Living one’s life uninsured is almost unheard of these days, yet it is still the kind of assurance that will

make or break your security and that of your family. An insurance policy that leaves you feeling strained or

inconvenienced could in some cases, be almost as stressful as being uninsured. Consumers today have

wisened up towards the relief and gratification of having a sense of freedom from their insurance plan.

These are also the consumers who know what the PRUMy Medical Plus from Prudential has to offer them!

It is the ultimate medical coverage plan for continuous coverage and peace of mind, without the burden of

annual or lifetime limits. With their medical, critical illness, accident and payor riders covered, individuals and

their families will be well protected, whilst the plan doubles up as retirement savings. The plan also covers

Total and Permanent Disability (TPD), whereby its policyholders will be well-cushioned in terms of being

able to settle off any personal debts, make their mortgage payments, or make necessary adjustments to

their lifestyle changes with the payout. Complete with a Total Multi Crisis Care rider, the Prudential PRUMy

Medical Plus also covers specific Critical Illnesses, for that all-around sense of protection we all deserve.

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Legacy Insurance Plan

Prudential PRUWealth Plus

When Your Family’s Fate is in Your Hands

We all work hard to provide the best life for our families. However, we should never forget that protecting

your family’s future is just as important as building a future for them. It is a fact that our family’s fate can be

in our hands and is worth making the effort to ensure that our assets are protected in case of any untoward

incident that may befall us. With the award-winning plan, PRUWealth Plus from Prudential, you can have

more peace of mind knowing that your legacy is protected and your family’s future is secured. The exclusive

investment-linked protection plan offers flexibility in your insurance up to the age of 100 years, and with

higher rewards. There is also the freedom to manage your coverage term with adjustments to the premium

paid. You can enjoy up to 4 times the amount covered upon accidental death, and with protection for 14

infectious diseases. The cash value is boosted further with Loyalty Booster as well as Loyalty Rewards.

There has not been any better way to protect one’s legacy for the future of their beloved family.

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Critical Illness Insurance Plan

Prudential PRUMy Critical Care

The Assurance of Coverage for Higher Risk Groups

Most individuals who have experienced cancer, heart attack and stroke not only have their health to

worry about, but their insurance coverage as well. Prudential Malaysia Assurance Berhad (PAMB), a multi

award-winning insurance brand has the ultimate solution: the PRUMy Critical Care. Offering protection

and coverage for 160 critical illness conditions, it is one to match up with. Prudential PRUMy Critical Care

offers coverage up to age 100 for early, intermediate and late-stage detection, with multiple claims allowed

on early to even late stage critical illnesses up to a total of four times of the sum assured. There is also

an additional 20 percent of the sum assured for diabetic and joint related conditions. The plan provides

early critical illness coverage on 101 conditions. Its lump sum payout enables the insured to acquire the

needed care to improve their quality of life. Understanding the dilemma of Malaysians who fear losing their

protection after making a claim for a critical illness, PRUMy Critical Care stands out further by providing

protection even for re-diagnosis of the following: cancer, heart attack and stroke.

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Integrated Healthcare Centre

MediCap

Revolutionize the Modern Medicine Landscape in Malaysia

Founded in 2017, MediCap was established with the intention of uniting experts and professionals of the

medical industry into a single body. With the combined expertise from thousands of hours of experience,

MediCap aims to unite invasive and non-invasive medicine and procedures via the common grounds of

medical science, a feat echoed through its integrated healthcare hubs established throughout the country.

The main areas of focus are General Practitioner Clinic (day-to-day illnesses, invasive medical services

for the sick, etc); Rejuvenate Wellness (non-invasive practices for the non-sick, as well as wellness and

beauty services, etc); and Dialysis Centre (Hemodialysis, charity, social contribution). MediCap rightfully

prides itself on its stellar Pulsed Electro-Magnetic Field (PEMF) treatment invented by their own in-house

medical advisor. Backed by highly experienced medical practitioners, MediCap strives to increase public

awareness on the effectiveness of non-invasive medicine and continues to help direct the medical industry

towards combining invasive and non-invasive practice in the best interest of the public.

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Car Air Freshener

Blank Malaysia

Makes Every Car Ride a Pleasurable One!

Bad odours in a car can be a big put-off. No matter how expensive or stylish a car is, the minute we get

into it, it’s easy to tell if the car is taken care of, that is, by the way it smells! Even a humble car can be more

inviting and comfortable to be in compared to the latest renown model out there if it simply smells better

when we are in it. Blank Malaysia understands our need to control car odors, especially in our tropical

weather and also due to our lifestyles. The gel-type Car Perfume by Blank emits a sweet, comforting scent

that permeates every inch of a car’s interior, ensuring a more enjoyable ride in the car. It has a fruity peachnectarine

scent combined with a whiff of honey - which means that the entire can journey would smell like

we’re in a beautiful, sweet-smelling garden of ripe peaches. How heavenly! The product comes to us in an

elegant, spill-resistant glass bottle that is durable and heat-resistant, which makes it the perfect choice for

our hot weather. It looks absolutely great, and goes well with any kind of car interior. Blank car perfume

is produced using a Japanese technology, and is also SDS and Standards Malaysia certified. No car in

Malaysia should be without a bottle of Blank car perfume inside it!

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Senior Rehabilitation Centre

IMM Carehub

Comprehensive care for the golden years

Moved by a family incident, cosmeceutical businesswoman Dr Jillian Yeoh, founded IMM Carehub with the

intention of providing one-of-a-kind lifestyle rehabilitation services for seniors to help them stay healthy and

independant. Determined to provide higher quality eldercare to those in need, Dr Jillian was also the first to

establish the research-based Rehab Centre and Active Aging Gym in the country.

Far from practicing a standardised approach in its care for the elderly, IMM Carehub offers evidenced-based

programmes that are customized and personalized to an individual’s capability and condition.

This Award-Winning centre offers comprehensive programmes under IMMOTION Medical Gym; IMMPROVE

Physio & Rehab; IMMAGINE Cognitive & Memory Care; IMMUNE Health & Nutrition; and IMMPRESS Social

& Learning. It is equipped with the state-of-the-art technologies such as the world-leading exercise and

rehabilitation equipment that uses Pneumatic Air Resistance System to mimic the user’s natural muscle

movement and reducing movement-related joint and muscle injury; an Exergaming technology from

Switzerland for Cognitive improvement; Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology from US for neurocognitive

health assessment and many more.

As our nation trudges towards an ageing population, IMM continues to play an integral role in enhancing the

silver economy while realising a sustainable lifestyle for healthy aging and living independently.

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Corn Removal Plaster

Carnation Footcare Corn Caps

Medicated Plasters

The Simplest, Most Effective Way to Deal with Corns

Foot issues can be annoying and uncomfortable to endure. Among the most common foot issues that we

might come across are corns, which may appear anywhere on the sole of our foot, or even in between

our toes. A high quality corn removal plaster can work wonders to help address corns, and Carnation

Footcare Corn Caps Medicated Plasters, invented back in 1922 in England, are still by far, the top choice

of discerning consumers. Its active ingredient, which is a measured amount of Salicylic Acid, works by

loosening the hardened intracellular structure of a corn so that it may flake away within a period of 10 days.

The plaster features a soft, felt corn ring which helps to relieve pressure while the corn is being treated. The

self-adhesive straps of the plaster keep it firmly in place, and it is designed to be easily removed without

sticking to the skin. Whether it is a soft or hard corn, Carnation Footcare Corn Caps Medicated Plasters

treats and removes it effortlessly, earning itself an esteemed award in this category of healthcare essentials.

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FOOD & Nutrition

The Undisputed Benefits Of

Rock Salt For The Human Body

Rock salt, recognised as the purest form of salt is unprocessed and raw, devoid of environmental

pollutants and chemical components. It is a superior salt, rich in trace elements required by

the body including potassium, iron, calcium, zinc, magnesium, copper, etc. Rock salt is known to

facilitate the cellular absorption of minerals, and plays an important role in replenishing the body’s

electrolytes and maintaining its pH balance.

Here are some important facts about this amazing salt you need to know about:

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Metabolism booster

Rock salt stimulates the body’s metabolism (chemical reactions

in our body that help in maintaining the health of cells and organisms),

and in doing so, improve the functioning of the body.

Helps to stabilise blood pressure

Compared to table salt which may be harmful for people with

hypertension, rock salt contains potassium, which helps stabilise

blood pressure by maintaining a balance of high and low blood

pressures.

Helps you get better sleep

Rock salt regulates the level of melatonin and thus, regulates

our sleep cycle.

Reduces edema

Soak your feet in a bucket of water with rock salt to get rid of

swelling and inflammation

As a bath salt or body scrub

Mix a tablespoon of rock salt in your bath water and soak in

the bliss!. You can also make a body scrub by mixing rock salt

with honey or with lemon and massage your skin with it for a

healthy glow.

Helps with weight loss

If you’re looking to lose weight, it’s time to ditch table salt and

switch to rock salt. It helps in reducing sugar cravings, resulting

in more effective weight loss.

Makes your food healthier

Rock salt contains 84 out of the 92 trace elements required by

the body. Hence, substituting table salt with rock salt in your

cooking, and seasoning will add nutrients into your meal.

Improves digestion

Rock salt can help improve digestion and is a natural way to

relieve stomach pain and prevent stomach infections. It can

also be used as a natural deworming agent.


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Cherries

More Than Just Seasonal Sweet Treats!

Anyone who loves cherries would know that you can’t get them all year around. When they are

in season however, they tend to be on the more pricey side compared to our local fruits, but in

this article, we are about to reveal some of the health benefits of cherries that may prompt you to

make a little sacrifice in terms of your budget and stock up when you can!

1.

Cherries are not only one of the

healthiest fruits, they also rank as one

of the most health protective foods

you can find. One cup of 21 cherries

contains less than 100 calories and 15%

of your daily vitamin C needs. Here are

more reasons why this stone fruit is a

nutritional all-star.

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Several studies have suggested that

cherry consumption is beneficial for

osteoarthritis sufferers, hence making

them part of your regular diet may

help lessen your joint pain.

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Cherries are a potent source of

antioxidants and anti-inflammatory

compounds. These cellular

bodyguards slow down aging and

ward off chronic illnesses.

The anti-inflammatory effect of

cherries helps to protect against

dangerous diseases. Since it ranks

lower than many fruits on the glycemic

index, it doesn’t trigger spikes and

crashes in your blood sugar and insulin

levels either.

One study in men and women with

insomnia found that compared to a

placebo, eight ounces of tart cherry

juice in the morning and again one to

two hours before bed increased sleep

time by an hour and 24 minutes.

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In one study, gout patients who

consumed cherries for just two days

(both the fresh fruit, as well as cherry

extract and juice) showed a 35% lower

risk of gout attacks compared to those

who did not eat cherries.

Research has shown that drinking tart

cherry juice can help lower the bad

cholesterol known as LDL.

Cherries may help to protect against

the cellular wear and tear from

exercise, and help support muscle

recovery. For this reason tart cherry

juice is popular with professional and

competitive athletes


HEALTH & Wellness

Modernisation

of Healthcare:

Trends of 2022

We are currently living in a decade when society in general is leaning towards modernization in

terms of clothing, food, use of devices and so on. In many societies today we see lives centred

around money, but unwittingly, people could be destroying their health through negligence,

or, they may end up as slaves to their wealth. With wealth, progress in terms of healthcare,

particularly, should follow - how we take care of ourselves and our family matter a lot.

Who doesn’t want to live a healthy life both physically and

mentally? However, the goal is not as easy to achieve as we

imagine as we often take things for granted until it’s too

late. We should, ideally, strike a balance between our social

progress and elevated health. Only then can we enjoy our

wealth, for without health, wealth means nothing!

Therefore, be wise and manage your finances to include

health care as well as adequate protection in order to protect

yourself and your beloved family members. This is important

to ensure that you and your family experience a more

comfortable, quicker service when medical treatments are

required one day.

Having said that, here are 4 health trends of 2022 worth

following for a fuller, more contented life.

I) Insurance: Protection for yourself

and for your family

Many people, unfortunately, are still unaware of the

importance of taking out insurance for themselves and

their family members. They are willing to spend thousands

of ringgit for lavish expenses, but spending money to buy

medical insurance is simply neglected, or considered a

waste of money. They may have all kinds of excuses too, in

defense of their decision to buy any insurance. Without them

realizing it, year after year, medical costs increase and can

result in them not being able to afford seeking treatment

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2) Medical trends in bioprinting and

regenerative medicine

The medical trends of bioprinting and regenerative

medicines have not actually taken off in our country. These

are high tech medical treatments that aid in producing

artificial organs to replace old, damaged organs in the

human body. Bioprinting in medicine represents a great

breakthrough for organ transplant patients who are in need

of new organs, for they will no longer need to wait in line to

have a potentially life-saving transplant. Bioprinting makes it

possible to generate new (artificial) organs instead of having

to depend on organ donors. This will make quite an impact

on us, as it was found that around 10,000 patients die each

year before getting a chance to have an organ transplant,

due to lack of matching organ donors for their much-needed

heart, liver, lung, or kidney transplant. There are also much

less complications associated with artificial organ transplants.

3) Online mental care services

Lately, issues related to mental health problems are often

heard and to some extent, they may even be the talk of

society. Life stress factors, problems at work and issues

of domestic violence are often the main causes of these

problems. Yet there are some communities who take this

issue lightly, or worse, make a joke of it. Sadly, many people

fail to realise that what seems like a joke to them may be

probable cause for another to harm themselves, or worse,

commit suicide. If you yourself are suffering from emotional

stress due to the pressures of life, never remain silent or hide

your feelings. Instead, seek immediate treatment. Important

health care issues are not only related to the physical, but

they are also related to a person’s mental and emotional well

-being. Today many people who suffer from emotional stress

feel afraid to get out of the problems they are experiencing

due to fear of being criticized by society. They are afraid to

seek appropriate treatment in hospitals or treatment centers

that provide services from professionals, for fear of being

labeled ‘crazy’.

This kind of narrow-mindedness may cause some

individuals to avoid seeking help. Nevertheless, the

availability of online mental treatment services can help this

group to get help. For example, you can contact counseling

services such as KSK Care Center, Malaysian Relief Agency,

Befrienders, Tuanku Muhriz Chancellor's Hospital (HCTM),

or Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM). At the psychiatric

departments of these hospitals, they are able to offer

stronger moral support. A person in need of counseling

can share the problems being faced by contacting the

service line without having to meet face to face. This way,

individuals will feel more confident and safe to talk about

the problems they are facing.

4) Getting treatments at high-tech

medical centers

We are fortunate to witness our health and medical system

being upgraded in line with progress in various sectors

in the country. Progress and modernization in the health

system is important to ensure that the people/patients

in this country receive services and treatment in a more

conducive environment like other developed countries.

As citizens we should be able to make appropriate choices

on our medical treatments to ensure the wellbeing of

ourselves and our families. This is not for the sake of

showing off one’s wealth by making luxury choices, but

instead, it is meant to provide comfort for oneself or one’s

family while seeking treatment.

Among the advanced and high-tech treatments available

in Malaysia is the Hybrid Angio-CT scanning machine

available at Selayang Hospital to evaluate the effectiveness

of treatments and provide a baseline to perform scans on

patients.

On a similar note, Sunway Medical Center Velocity won the

Frost & Sullivan Excellence Awards recently and this has

indirectly led to a positive reaction among the community

to take wiser actions in choosing a treatment

center that can offer treatment services that are

more conducive.

In order to move towards becoming a

developing country requires that our people

have a strong identity and work together in any

situation. Not only that, as a citizen living in a

developed country, research from all aspects

should be given emphasis, especially in the

aspect of health. Many countries are able to

make their countries developed due to the

attitudes and actions of leaders and citizens

who are concerned about medical and health

issues in their countries, and we should be one

of them. To be developed, especially in the area

of medicine, we should be moving as fast as the

world progresses. Good health is an invaluable

gift and as the world progresses we deserve

to enjoy more sophisticated and modern

treatments to treat any ailments.


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Understanding Lung Cancer


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By: Dr Muventhiran Ruthranesan,

Consultant Respiratory, Internal Medicine and Sleep Medicine, Pantai Hospital Ayer Keroh

Lung cancer is a devastating disease that affects the lives of

many people throughout the world. Approximately 2.2 million

new cases of lung cancer are diagnosed yearly worldwide.

A staggering figure of 1.8 million lung cancer deaths are

reported every year. It is the second most common cancer

worldwide and it is the number one cause of cancer related

mortality worldwide.

In Malaysia, lung cancer is the third most common cancer.

It is the most common cancer among males and the fourth

most common among females. In 2020, in Malaysia alone

there were an estimated cancer deaths due to lung cancer of

4,509.

What is Lung Cancer?

Lung cancer arises from the uncontrolled growth of abnormal

cells within the lungs which can be limited to the lung or can

spread to other organs of our body. Broadly lung cancer can

be divided into non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) and small

cell lung cancer (SCLC). Almost 80-85% of lung cancers are

due to NSCLC whereas the balance 15-20% is made up of

SCLC. The common types of NSLCCs are adenocarcinoma

(most common form), squamous cell carcinoma and large cell

carcinoma. SCLC is a more aggressive form of lung cancer

which tends to spread easily to other parts of the body

(metastasise).

Risk factors for Lung Cancer

There are modifiable and non-modifiable risk factors for

developing lung cancer. Cigarette smoking is the main risk

factor for lung cancer. This includes exposure to second hand

smoking or passive smoking. Other known risk factors are

exposure to asbestosis which can be found in construction

materials such as roof and ceiling tiles. The next is exposure

to radon and other chemicals such as arsenic and nickel

which can also increase your risk of developing lung cancer.

Non-modifiable risk factors include a family history of lung

cancer. An individual who has a first degree relative (parent

or sibling) with lung cancer stands a higher chance of

developing lung cancer. Another risk factor is a history of

chronic lung diseases such as chronic bronchitis, lung fibrosis

and pulmonary tuberculosis which can also be a risk factor.

Clinical Presentation of Lung Cancer

Symptoms of lung cancer tend to present when the patient

is at an advanced stage of the disease. This is a contributing

factor which can worsen the prognosis and 5-year survival in

lung cancer. Common symptoms of lung cancer are:

1. Chronic non-resolving cough

2. Difficulty breathing

3. Unexplained chest pain

4. Unexplained loss of weight

5. Loss of appetite

6. Generalised lethargy

7. Coughing out blood

Having these symptoms does not confirm the presence of

lung cancer but warrants an investigation to find out the

underlying cause. Therefore, to improve the outcome of

lung cancer, it is suggested that lung cancer be screened in

individuals who are at high risk, who are asymptomatic.

Screening for Lung Cancer

It is recommended for individuals who have no symptoms

but are at high risk including

1. Those aged 50 to 80 years and in fairly good health

AND

2. Current smokers or have quit in the past 15 years

AND

3. Have at least a 20 pack-year smoking history. (This is the

number of packs of cigarettes per day multiplied by the

number of years smoked.)

A low-dose computed tomography scan (LDCT) is the best

available test for lung cancer screening. The scan only takes

a few minutes and is not painful. You do not need to fast

before the scan and do not need any prior blood test or IV

medication.


HEALTH & Wellness

The pathway to Lung

Cancer diagnosis

If you present with any suspected

signs and symptoms of lung

cancer, your doctor would

probably run some tests to

determine the origin of your

symptoms. Among others,

you would probably have to

undergo a simple Chest X-ray. If

anything suspicious is found (e.g.

growth or nodules), you may be

subjected to further tests.

Next, you might have to have

a computed tomography (CT)

scan which will be able to reveal

smaller tumours not detected on a simple

chest X-ray. A CT scan also can detect

the size, shape and position of the lung

tumour. It also helps in determining

whether the cancer has spread to other

organs.

The next step would be obtaining a small

amount of tissue from the suspected lung

tumour or from nearby lymph nodes

the sample can be obtained via various

modalities but the two commonest

modalities would be a bronchoscopic

biopsy or CT-guided biopsy. The specimen

would be sent for histological analysis by

a pathologist to determine the nature of the cancer. Once

it has been confirmed to be a cancer the specimen may be

subjected to immunohistochemical testing (if there is a need

to confirm the origin of the cancer) and also molecular testing

(to determine the best option of treatment). Some patients

may have to undergo further tests such as a PET scan to

determine their suitability for surgery.

What Stage of Lung Cancer do I have?

This is a common question asked by the patient upon being

diagnosed with lung cancer. Once the diagnosis has been

established, the next step is to determine the extent (stage)

of the cancer, such as the size of the tumour and if it is

contained within one lung or involves both lungs. Other

than that, it also has to be determined whether the cancer

has spread to other organs (outside the lungs- metastatic

disease). By staging the cancer the doctor is able understand

the patient’s chances of survival and plan the appropriate

modality of treatment. In Malaysia, almost 95% of lung cancer

cases are detected at an advanced

stage (III and IV) in both men and

women.

Treatment Modalities

available for Lung Cancer

There have been a lot of

advancements in the treatment

of lung cancer in the last decade.

However, there is no denying the

fact that the earlier the cancer is

detected, the better is the outcome

for the patient. The modality of

treatment chosen will depend on the type of lung cancer

and the stage at which it is diagnosed. Other aspects taken

into consideration would be the genetic mutations present

in the cancer (from the molecular analysis), the patient’s age

and general health status. Last but not least, is the patient’s

concerns and wishes. Surgery would be the treatment of

choice in the early stage of lung cancer and produces a

good outcome. Some cases require surgery to be combined

with other forms of treatment such as chemotherapy. If the

patient is not a candidate for surgery, then options such as

chemotherapy, radiotherapy or chemotherapy combined with

radiotherapy can be offered. Therefore one must understand

that treatment is very personalised and can vary from one

individual to another. Newer forms of treatment have also

improved the quality of life for patients undergoing treatment

such as targeted therapy and immunotherapy which are now

available for patients who have been diagnosed with lung

cancer.

Therefore the journey from diagnosis to treatment of lung

cancer can be a long one, but with the right approach the

outcome can be optimised.


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New Year Special

A Dozen New Year’s Resolution

for a healthier, happier life!

As we enter a new year, many among us have a list of resolutions we would like to make. Mostly,

it would include changes to make that would move us towards a more positive direction in our

health, especially, whether it’s physical, emotional or mental. While you figure out what yours will

be, here are some suggestions from us - 22 to be exact. And oh yes, here’s to your health!

Reconnect with those

who we have grown

apart with

When it comes to our mental and

emotional health, keeping grudges just

won’t do! It fills our heart with

negativity, and poisons our emotions.

So, really, how bad could it have been

that we just cannot forgive and forget

whatever that has happened in the

past and make amends, especially if it’s

with a family member, or even with

someone who used to be a close

friend? reconnect and reunite, will you,

and see how much of a weight that will

be lifted from your heavy heart! The

same goes if it is actually you who

needs to apologise for something

done in the past.

Limit/lesson the use of

gadgets

Save your eyesight (and in many cases,

your posture), and limit your gadget

time to as minimal as you can manage

to. We promise you, your body will

thank you for it. Instead, increase your

time spent with reading a book

instead, or other beneficial activities

like trying out a new recipe, or simply

staring out the window at a tree, the

park, at people walking by, etc. Unplug

your life and better health will surely

follow suit.

Stop comparing

your life with

anyone else’s

We’re constantly trying to keep

up with someone that we know,

and if not our neighbour, it’s a

co-worker, or even a celebrity!

Why do we keep doing that?

Well, it’s time for a change, and

to remember that the best

person you’d always want to be

is your own authentic self. You

are good enough the way you

are, so just strive to be the best

version of yourself!

Start going for regular

medical check-ups

Other than the fact that we are living

during the time of a pandemic, it’s also

a fact that there have been too many

people we know whose lives were

either cut short or the quality of it was

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which was did not detected at an

earlier stage. So, don’t let it happen to

you - go for regular medical check-ups

and keep abreast with what’s going on

with your body.

Make improvements on

your daily diet

Our bodies need nourishment to thrive

and be healthy, and it can only be

done by taking in the right kind of

nutrients found in wholesome, fresh

foods. So, eat your vegetables, fruits,

nuts and seeds - lots of them each day.

These foods contain live enzymes, and

micronutrients as well as antioxidants

that will keep your body in better

shape, inside and out!

Say goodbye to bad

habits, once and for all

If you have a bad or detrimental habit

you’ve been meaning to drop, well,

this is it, and the time is now! There is

simply no better time to do this, so just

decide to ditch it, whatever it is, and

feel your self-esteem rise!

Lessen your sugar intake

This is a big one, and it may also tie in

with other resolutions, for sugar is,

quite simply, an addiction. Yes, loving

sweet stuff and needing to have a

dessert after each meal is already an

addiction, so strive to put a stop to it

by limiting the amount of sweet and

sugary foods you eat before slowly

eliminating it altogether from your life.

This may not be an easy one, but the

results if you’re successful will be well

worth your effort!

Take regular mini

breaks from work

Whether it is to take the family out for

a trip or for spending some alone time

in peace, this year, make it a point to

take regular mini breaks from work

and just enjoy that quality time any

way you want. After all, don’t you

deserve it?

Pack your own

lunch

This particular resolution, if

seen through, won’t just save

you money, but it will also

save your health, for you will

be more inclined to pack a

healthier, more wholesome

meal from home. Some

discipline might be needed

to cook and prep your meal

for packing, but hey, your

wallet will thank you and so

will your body!

Reach your ideal

weight and maintain

it

Regardless if you are over or

Exercise more than

you’re doing now

This advice is for those who do

not move their bodies much, as

well as those who are currently

working from home due to the

pandemic. Our bodies need to

move to stay healthy and fit, so

it’s up to you to get up and

move it about any way you can

- walking, cycling, jogging,

dancing, swimming, etc.

Anything other than sitting still

in front of your computer all

day! Believe us, just increasing

your movements daily will reap

beneficial result for your health!

underweight, reaching your ideal

weight is necessary to be healthy and

fit, so whichever extreme you happen

to weigh in at on the scales, work on it

and start to enjoy a healthier, happier

life. In any case, a healthy, balanced

diet coupled with regular exercise will

surely get you there, so work on it and

enjoy the fruits of your efforts!

Be wellgroomed

and

presentable

at all

times!

Don’t you just

love to be around

someone who

looks well

put-together and

well-groomed? It

just puts you at

ease, doesn’t it?

Well, it’s time to

be that person!

Make an effort to

ensure that you

are always clean,

fresh and well-dressed. It won’t hurt to

always smell nice either! Remember

too, to keep your fingernails clean

and trimmed, and your hair combed

and tidy.


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My Birthmark became my

Superpower!

A courageous woman’s journey through discrimination and self-discovery

Rozella Marie Mahjhrin, 37, is a

speaker and advocate for diversity,

inclusion, and mental health. In 2015,

she founded True Complexion, a

community platform that shares stories

about people living with disabilities,

rare diseases, chronic illnesses, and

mental health issues. As a result of

participation in her programs, teens

and young adults have a safe space

to overcome their limiting beliefs and

insecurities. harness their strengths

and uniqueness, and cultivate self-love

and self-esteem. Natural Health caught

up with this amazing woman for a

chat, and we discovered that she also

helps companies positively position

their brand and create social change

in the marketplace by reshaping their

messaging to promote inclusive beauty

and body diversity to better resonate

with people of different backgrounds

and abilities.

Rozella works primarily with schools

and businesses who want to help their

students and employees improve their

body image and mental health so they

can come into their authentic power

and increase their confidence and

productivity at school and work.

NH: What does body and self

image mean to you, and how

are women today affected

by negative body/self image.

Also, why should society care

about this?

Rozella: Body image and self-image

refer to the emotional attitudes,

beliefs, and perceptions people have


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of their own bodies and selves. Our

body image and self-image do not

develop in isolation. It is influenced by

the culture and environment in which

we live, by the people who surround

us, and by the media and narratives to

which we are exposed.

Throughout history, our society, media,

and popular culture have placed great

importance on the physical appearance

of the human body, which unfortunately

often promotes unrealistic ideals about

what a person should look like to be

considered attractive.

The pressure and expectation to

look a certain way can lead to many

harmful consequences such as low

self-esteem, depression, anxiety, eating

disorders, social isolation, perfectionistic

tendencies, and many other things. This

is often exacerbated when a person

experiences events and circumstances

such as being teased, criticized, or

bullied for their appearance, especially

when they were younger.

NH: You have been at the

forefront of helping women

overcome negative self image

- can you share with us how

it started and where has it

brought you today?

Rozella: I was born with a birthmark on

my face, and as you can imagine, it was

not easy growing up. I was constantly

teased and bullied at school, and as

a young person I was constantly told

that I would never amount to anything

because I was not good enough or

"normal" looking. I carried this belief

around with me for so many years,

thinking that the only role I would fit

into was a behind-the-scenes role

where no one could see me. I made

myself small, doubted myself, and told

myself to forget my dreams.

Because of this, I struggled for years

with depression, anxiety, suicidal

thoughts, an eating disorder, and a

drinking problem. After a disastrous

27th birthday where I ended up in the

hospital for alcohol poisoning, a kind

friend offered to help me, which put

me on the road to recovery. Since then,

I have worked with various mentors,

programs, and therapists to get to

where I am today.

It was not until I hit rock bottom and

got the support I needed to make my

way out of the darkness that I realised

my birthmark, which was said to be a

curse, might actually be my superpower.

I decided to step out of the shadows

and pursue my passion for music

and my desire to be an artist. Singing

on stage helped me find my voice. I

realised that I could use this voice for

bigger issues, like advocating for

other people who have gone through

similar struggles as me in the past. This

gave me the idea to start a community

platform called True Complexion.

Today, I not only work with the

community, but I also advocate for

inclusion and diversity by giving talks

and workshops to various corporate

clients and schools. In 2020, I was

also the face of IT Cosmetics' regional

campaign and my image was featured

in Sephora stores in Malaysia and

Singapore. I have even spoken on

stages in front of more than 1,500

people and performed for audiences of

over 3,000.

My past is why I am so passionate

about working with communities

(especially girls and young women and

people living with visible differences,

disabilities and mental health issues)

to overcome their barriers and

unleash their inner potential. I do

this by humanising and normalising

conversations about mental health

issues and body image issues, and

teaching people what I have learned

over the past 10 years.

Too many of us struggle to make our

own way because we are told we need

to fit in instead of standing out. So I

want to offer that support to other

people so they do not have to walk that

path alone.

NH: In regards to your

birthmark, can you share with

us when it started to affect

your life, and how?

Rozella: Through my work, I have

had the privilege of participating in

many wonderful projects and events.

When people see me today, they

often assume I have always been this

outgoing, outspoken, confident person.

But the reality is far from that.

I was an extremely shy and timid young

girl. I was five years old when I first

realised I was different after overhearing

a conversation between two girls on

the school bus about why my face was

so red.

I was not just teased by other kids at

school. Strangers also stared at me

or laughed at me and sometimes

even asked me questions like, "What's

wrong with your face?" or "Are you

contagious?"

It affected my body image, self-esteem,

and mental health. I was so distraught

about being “normal” that I started

getting whitening injections when I

was 11 and tried various supplements,

products and treatments to get rid

of my birthmark. And when nothing


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worked, I felt even more horrible for

being so unworthy that I could not even

be "cured".

It’s no surprise that I struggled with

depression and suicidal thoughts

when I was 11. When I was a teenager,

I developed anxiety and an eating

disorder. I also had a drinking problem

in my early 20s.

I was lost and broken for so long. I did

not know who I was anymore, and I had

to hit rock bottom before I finally got

the help I needed to get better and heal

my relationship with my skin and body.

NH: What are some examples

of the challenges you had

to overcome in your life

concerning self image?

Rozella: Over the years, people have

said a lot of hurtful, mean, and rude

things to me, but they all had a similar

narrative: that I was ugly, unworthy,

disgusting, and unworthy of happiness

and love.

People have told me that I shouldn’t

be on stage or in front of the camera

because no one wants to see someone

who has a birthmark on their face. Some

men have also told me that I can be a

side piece or a mistress kept in secret,

but that I’m not good material to go

out in public with or to be introduced to

their family and friends.

Comments like that crushed my soul.

They made me put up my walls and

withdraw from everyone because it was

just too painful to deal with.

It breaks my heart to know that so many

other people out there are struggling

with this too. That's why I have always

been so open and honest with my story,

because I felt so alone during that time.

Before the pandemic, I still received

comments and questions from

strangers. But the positive thing about

wearing a mask and everyone being

afraid to interact with people they don’t

know is that I don’t have to worry about

walking out the door and preparing for

people to stare at me or judge me.

Today, when I receive negative

comments, I don’t respond to them.

I understand that people act that

way because of their own insecurities

or fears. I know their comments or

reactions have nothing to do with me

personally. It’s a projection of who they

are and not who I am or what

I’m worth.

Having a birthmark and being different

is why so many opportunities and doors

have opened up for me, and for that

I am very grateful. Instead of focusing

my energy on what other people think

or say about me, I prefer to focus on

the work I do and the community and

clients I work with.

NH: Can you please share with

us the goings-on in your life

at the moment, or, before the

pandemic?

Rozella: I am very excited about the

new year and the projects I have

ahead of me. I am currently working

on expanding the programs I offer to

people to make them accessible not

only to schools and businesses, but also

to individuals and smaller groups who

need additional support.

I will also be working on some other

creative projects related to diversity,

inclusion, mental health and bullying.

This year, I will be focusing mostly on

expanding my reach and trying to

positively impact more people by giving

them the tools they need to navigate

the ups and downs of this crazy but

beautiful thing we call life.

NH: What is your advice to

anyone out there who may

need encouragement to

overcome negative self or

body image?

Rozella: That they are not alone on this

journey and that there is no shame in

seeking help and support.


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Safe

travels

2022!

Travelling, for those who love it, can be such fun! Anticipating the arrival at your favourite

holiday spot, or, even travelling to a destination which you’ve not been to before! Just

thinking ahead of all the exciting activities you have planned is enough to give you quite a

rush, isn’t it? Still, there is still the very glaring reality that despite the world opening up to

travellers, we are still in the midst of a pandemic and a very dangerous virus is still raging

out there. Hence, the term ‘safe travels’ actually holds an even bigger meaning than ever

before. After all, travellers want to have fun, and not end up sick and stranded, are we not

right? Well, if you have travelling in your mind this year, then this article is for you. Enjoy!


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Pick a low-rick destination

For your own safety (and the safety of

those travelling with you), your choice

of destination is crucial, due to the

Covid-19 pandemic. So, we hope you

will take it upon yourself to do your

research as to all the high-risk

locations, and avoid travelling there at

all costs! Instead, pick among the

lowest-risk places where you can be

more at ease during your stay there. It

does not conclude though that you’re

free to do as you please, for chances

are high that most places still have their

own set of SOPs to follow. Know these

SOPs well and adhere to them for your

own good and of course, to keep

others safe too. Remember, travelling

can be fun and there’s a lot to look

forward to, only if you have the good

sense to play it safe and don’t take any

risks at this time!

Keep your important medical

supplies at hand

If you happen to be on certain

prescriptions drugs for any conditions

or illness you may be having, don’t

forget to pack them and take them

along. Place them separately in a

specific medicine bag or case for easy

access. It would be unwise to leave

these out, or attempt to get your

supply at your destination, for they may

be out of stock, or they may not even

carry the same ones you are used to.

Do also include medication for other

common ailments that may

unexpectedly crop up and ruin your

holiday, such as headaches, cough, flu,

etc. If you have a history of allergies,

include your meds for those too. Apart

from that, do also pack all necessary

first aid supplies such as band aid,

cotton gauze, small, cut-up cotton

gauze or gauze pads, and antibacterial

cream. The objective is to be ready if

there is a need for these, so you will

not have to scamper around town

trying to find what you need - that’s no

fun at all, believe us! Travel smart and

be always ready for the unexpected!

Get a full physical checkup

beforehand

Your health is the most precious gift,

for if you lose it, you will not be able to

enjoy a quality life with your loved

ones. When it comes to going off on a

holiday, your health also matters. in

fact, it matter a lot, for the last thing

you need is to discover an underlying

medical condition or situation during

your travels, which could have been

addressed earlier if it had been

detected! Hence, a full medical checkup

complete with bloodworks is

recommended to anyone who intends

to travel , and it should be done a

couple of months ahead of travelling.

That way, you can hopefully address

any unwanted medical situations that

need a doctor’s attention. It will save

you a whole lot of stress to just get this

done and over with, especially during

these uncertain times of a worldwide

pandemic. Why would you want to end

up in a hospital or medical facility in a

foreign land for something that could

have been treated here in your own

home country. On that note, please do

not neglect to find out the necessary

Covid-19 swab tests that you would

need to undergo prior to travelling,

unless you wouldn’t mind your

travelling plans being messed up due

to not having these done!

Avoid physical contacts as much

as possible

This advice applies regardless if you’re

travelling alone or with anyone else.

Unless you are travelling with a child,

minimising physical contact with

anyone for the duration of your travels

till you’re back home might be a good

idea to help curb the possible spread of

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the Covid-18 virus. As part of the SOP’s

in many parts of the world, and

possibly at where you’re travelling to,

most kinds of physical contact such as

shaking hands or hugging are still

frowned upon, and so is standing too

close to one another. They are for good

reasons too - we can never be too

careful when it comes to our safety and

health, even at this time. For your own

safety keep a sanitising spray accessible

at all times and use it whenever

necessary, i.e. if someone has

unintentionally (or intentionally)

brushed against you, or if any other

such incidents take place. Please use it,

don’t spare it!

Take quarantine seriously

Yes, we get it - quarantine and holidays

aren’t exactly a match made in heaven.

In fact, not that long ago, the word

quarantine was only used during

certain isolated circumstances such as if

someone had chicken pox, for instance.

Today however, it is a household term

used all around the globe and millions

of people, literally, have to undergo this

isolation practice to help stop the

Covid-19 virus from spreading. If you

have travelling planned for 2022,

chances are you would have to

undergo this measure, either when you

arrive at your destination, or, when you

get back home. There are no two ways

about this! Unfortunately, there have

been many cases of people cheating

their way out of quarantine, or even

brazenly neglecting to do so. Thai is

extremely dangerous to others, and not

to mention, it is a selfish act. Do spare a

thought for the high risk group of

people you may be risking by not

taking quarantine seriously. We hope

you will do so!

There you

have it - our

take on how

you can travel

safe and keep

others safe too.

Bon voyage!


Fit & Fitness

New Year,

New Body,

New You:

The Total Body Workout Plan

As we enter the new year,

many among us strive

for a change in our lives.

For some of us, it may be

concerning our health, or

finances, or perhaps even in

our relationship - whichever

are in our lives that may

need fixing. For many

women, achieving an ideal

weight and getting into

shape are the main concerns

for we always want to look

our best! So, will we do it,

finally, this year?

Proper exercise, as we know it,

contributes to 30% of our success in

weight loss as well as in shaping up

our figures. Although the percentage

isn’t that big, but hey, it does not

mean that we can afford to discount it,

for no amount of superior nutrients is

going to change fat into muscle -

know what we mean? So, here, we

present to you 6 fool-proof workout

moves that will help you achieve the

physique you yearn for, faster and

more effectively!

Start of with the simple

Jumping Jacks

If you’re not used to working out, this

should be relatively easy for you to

begin with. It’s easy - just jump and

‘clap’ your hands above your head at

the same time, with your elbows either

slightly bent, or straight. You can see

an example of this exercise here:

https://www.youtube.com/

watch?v=yDSMdd8hiFg. This easy-todo

move raises your metabolism as

well as your respiratory rate, helping

you to burn off lots of unwanted

calories, especially from holiday

feasting! Do this consistently for the

best results - you’ll soon be watching

those extra pounds melt away. The

video shown advocates 100 jumping

jack moves, but if you are a beginner,

start off at 20 first, and work your way

up each day.


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Squats

Here’s a distinctive exercise move for a

firmer butt and more defined thighs!

More importantly, it will help to

strengthen your core muscles. If you

have no problems with squatting and

getting up without having to hold on

to anything to pull yourself up, well,

consider yourself quite lucky, as there

are countless individuals out there,

some young ones too, who can’t do

that! It’s probably due to weakened

muscles from lack of exercise, and also,

lack of squatting moves. Well, let’s face

it, in today’s modern world, who squats

for anything anymore, right?

Unfortunately, that would probably

also result in a less-than-perfect, or

even sagging butt. Time to lift those

up, we say, so here’s a video that may

help you along: https://www.youtube.

com/watch?v=otzWCWpuW-A. So, are

you ready to squat your way to a

firmer behind? Whatever you do, don’t

forget to take it slow and don’t overdo

it or you’ll end up with an overly sore

body. Happy squatting!

Cycling

Here’s an activity being enjoyed by

more and more people nowadays! And

it’s easy to see why too, for we have

quite a number of scenic cycling paths

in our country, and many of these have

been underused for a long time.

Post-lockdown however, many people

seemed to have realised that they have

been sorely lacking in exercise and

fresh air. Cycling strengthens and

shapes up your legs, giving you those

sexy, shapely calves you see in some

lucky people. Well, maybe it wasn’t

luck at all, and perhaps you could cycle

your way to firmer, sexier legs and a

healthier body too! There are two

choices of cycling you can choose

from, and they are, cycling outdoors,

which would require a helmet, proper

cycling attire and if possible, knee

guards. Alternatively, you could also

cycle indoors with a static bicycle,

using even a pair of shorts and a

comfortable top. Cycling will help

boost your blood circulation,

strengthen your legs and thighs, and

keep you alert. It Is one of the most

common exercises one can perform to

shape up quickly.

YOGA

Believed to be originated from India,

Yoga is an acclaimed physical and

mental exercise which also involves

cleansing the body and soul via

breaths. It has numerous physical and

mental benefits and yes, it is popular

as an exercise to get in shape too!

There are quite a few types of yoga

that one can practice, and they include

Hatha Yoga, Bikram Yoga, Vinyasa

Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, Iyengar Yoga

and so on. These each have their own

special benefits, but are all very

beneficial for the human body. Bikram

Yoga, or Hot Yoga for instance, has

about 26 steps, and is usually

performed in an environment that is

heated to 42 degrees celsius. Yoga, if

done correctly, generally results in a

more flexible body, and is capable of

burning off excess fat. If you think yoga

is for you, then go ahead and join a

yoga class near you today!

Swimming

Here’s a whole-body workout if you

are able to - swimming! It exercises

every muscle group in our body and is

exceptionally effective in toning up our

muscles. Have you seen the bodies of

swimmers? Well, are we lying, then?

Swimming can be a pleasurable activity

if you know how to swim, and it works

wonders for your body - all over. It can

be done in a pool, either a private one

or a community one. It is an effective

way to burn a whole lot of calories too!

Swimming tones up your arms,

shoulders, waist, hips, thighs, and

buttocks! Needless to say, if you

decide to add swimming into your

regular activities, all you’ll end up with

is a fabulous figure, tones from top to

toe! Not a bad outcome, is it? Like all

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shape up by swimming, then there has

to be some consistency to it, such as

making the time to swim for half an

hour or more, at least twice a week!

Skipping

How many of you have used a

skipping rope when you were kids?

Wasn’t that so much fun? When we

were younger, skipping was merely a

game we played with others or on our

own, as we practiced our skipping

skills. Now that we’re adults, the act of

skipping with a skipping rope would

serve more as a fat-burning exercise

more than anything else! Similar to

swimming, skipping helps to tone up

several areas of the body at one go,

for you’ll be moving your arms, legs

and shoulders at one go. You can

perform your skipping exercise at the

comfort of your own home, any time

you wish too. All you need is a

skipping rope. (Most of us might

remember making our own with

rubber-bands!). Skipping boosts your

metabolism and helps with blood

circulation too. It is energising and

revitalizing even for one’s mental

health, so go ahead and skip your way

to a better body and mind. 15 minutes

of skipping, two or three times a week

will suffice if you wish to see positive

results.

Getting into shape takes some

determination and perhaps even

sacrifice, for it requires you to get up

and move your body, apart from

eating right. It is all up to you now

to take that first step, and remain

consistent throughout. We know you

can do it!


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PREVENTION & Remedies

Why You

Should

NEVER

IGNORE

HEARING

LOSS

Hearing loss occurs when the ability to hear is impaired as

compared to someone with normal hearing. Humans have the

ability to detect sounds from a range of frequency from 20Hz

to 20kHz while its loudness is measured in decibel (dB). A

normal hearing for each frequency is defined as having a

hearing threshold of 25dB or better. Some level of hearing loss

is said to occur below this threshold.

Our ear is divided into 3 parts which

are outer, middle and inner ear

Outer Ear Middle Ear Inner Ear

Hearing loss can be mild (26- 40dB), moderate (41dB-55dB),

moderately severe (56-70dB), severe (71-90dB) and profound

(>91dB). Deafness in an ear usually refers to at least a

profound or total hearing loss.

Hearing Level (dB)

125

0

20

40

80

80

100

Frequency (Hz)

250 500 1000 4000 8000

Normal

Mild

Moderate

Moderately severe

Severe

Profound

The outer and middle ear are responsible for conducting and

amplifying the sound from the environment while the inner

ear is responsible for converting mechanical sound energy into

electrical impulses to be sent for processing in the auditory

cortex of the brain. Hearing loss can occur when there is



By: Dr Jonson Ng Wei Siang,

Consultant ENT / Head & Neck Surgeon, Sri Kota Specialist Medical Centre, Klang

disruption in the conduction of sound due to problems of the

outer and middle ear which results in Conductive type Hearing

Loss. Pathology in the inner ear will result in a Sensorineural

type Hearing Loss. A combination of both conductive and

sensorineural type hearing loss is referred to as Mixed Hearing

Loss.

The most common cause of conductive hearing loss is

impacted ear wax in the outer ear. Other common conditions

that cause conductive hearing loss include :

Outer ear: otitis externa (swollen ear canal), foreign body or

congenital causes such as ear canal atresia (failure of normal

external ear development).

Middle ear: middle ear effusion / otitis media (fluid in the

middle ear), ossicular dislocation from trauma and

otosclerosis

For sensorineural hearing loss, the most common cause is due

to presbycusis (degeneration from aging). In the adult, it can

also happen from damage to the inner ear as a result of

prolonged exposure to noise hazard which can be work

related, head injury or ototoxicity (drug induced).

Sensorineural hearing loss can also occur in a child. In such

cases, it could either be congenital (from birth) or

developmental (after birth). Conditions that can cause

sensorineural hearing loss in a child include prematurity,

certain syndromes with craniofacial anomalies, meningitis and

hyperbilirubinemia (jaundice).

Presentation of a person with hearing loss depends on the

age. A child with hearing loss may present with speech delay

or other learning disability while an adult may have difficulty in

communication while also speaking inappropriately loud.

Having hearing impairment is also shown to have an effect on

an individual’s self-confidence. This would lead to social

withdrawal and depression. Tinnitus (ringing in the ear) is also

a common symptom in patients with hearing loss.

While newborn hearing screening is commonly done before

discharge, parents need to be always vigilant if they suspect

any hearing loss in their child. This is because speech language

development is most crucial in the first 2 years of a child’s life.

The earlier it is recognised, the earlier intervention could be

instituted, the better the chances of normal development for

the child. This is especially for children who may have bilateral

(both ear) deafness and may require a cochlear implant.

One should also be aware that hearing loss could also be only

a part of a symptom of a more sinister underlying health

diagnosis. A unilateral (one sided) ear block sensation that

does not resolve over a week warrant further assessment as it

could also be an early symptom of NPC (nasopharyngeal

carcinoma) due to the mass in the nasopharynx obstructing

the Eustachian tube opening. Sinusitis can also cause similar

type hearing loss although it is usually transient while a child

with persistent middle ear effusion may be caused by an

underlying adenoid hypertrophy.

To diagnose hearing loss in an adult, a pure tone audiogram is

commonly performed to assess the level and severity of the

hearing loss. For a younger child, a BSER (Brainstem evoked

response) to detect the brain wave activity to a given sound

stimulus is preferred.

Management of hearing loss depends on the cause. Clearing

of impacted ear wax may resolve the hearing loss. Middle ear

effusion may be treated medically., or, if it persists, surgically,

with myringotomy and grommet insertion. Hearing loss that

still persists or of sensorineural type may require the use of

hearing aid if the hearing loss is indeed impairing quality of

life. Types of hearing aid depends on an individual’s level of

hearing loss, preference and dexterity in handling the smaller

type hearing aid.

For a child found to have bilateral profound hearing loss,

a cochlear implant early in a child’s speech language

development would be crucial for the best outcome.

Optimal management of hearing loss also aims to restore

binaural hearing. Binaural hearing (hearing with both ears) has

the advantage of localising the direction of a sound. Hence,

a person with single sided hearing loss may have difficulties

in determining the direction of sound as well as reduced

sound clarity.

Non medical treatment of hearing loss aims at prevention as

well as to slow its progress. Individuals should practice good

ear care in avoiding prolonged exposure to loud noises which

can damage the inner ear’s hair cells. Earplugs should be used

if noise hazards in the work environment cannot be avoided.

Consumption of certain vitamin supplements may also help to

slow the progress of nerve degeneration.


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Frailty is a condition characterised by

an increased risk of death or debility

following exposure to an

environmental stressor. In other words,

there is a reduced ability to withstand

illness, and there may also be loss of

function. In layman terms, it can be

called weak, delicate or fragile.

Although frailty is not a disease, frail

elderly are particularly susceptible to

disease, and their daily activities and

cognitive functions deteriorate more

quickly, which can easily lead to some

undesirable consequences, such as

confusion, falls, fractures, immobility,

disability, malnutrition, polypharmacy

(the use of five or more medications),

increased healthcare cost, recurrent

hospitalisation, institutionalisation, and

even death. We need to understand

though that not every older person will

get frailty. More importantly, patients

who are diagnosed with frailty will still

have a chance of reversal.

The frailty check

Clinically, frailty is defined mainly based

on the five characteristics proposed by

Dr Fried in 2001, and it is also the most

commonly used screening method at

present. If a person (not only the

elderly) meets 3 or more of the

characteristics, they are considered

frail, meeting 1 or 2 of the conditions is

the pre-frail stage, and a score of 0 is

considered a healthy elderly who is

not frail.

Frailty: More than

merely being weak

and fragile

In many people's minds, the image of the elderly is usually weak,

fatigued, slow or lacking energy. They do not usually pay much

attention to these symptoms. Sometimes the elderly themselves

may feel unwell, but they should not be feeling helpless, as that

is not part of normal ageing.

The Fried criteria include:

1) Unintentional significant weight

loss: weight loss of more than 5 kg

or 5% within 1 year.

2) Exhaustion: feeling tired for more

than 3 days a week can predict

disability and death.

3) Slow walking speed: walking less

than 8 meters in 10 seconds can

predict poor prognosis of disease

treatment. For every 0.1 meter/

second increase in walking speed,

the risk of frailty and death

decreases by 12%.



By: Dr Tay Hui Sian,

Consultant in Geriatric and Internal Medicine, Pantai Hospital Ayer Keroh

4) Weakness / decreased muscle

strength: impaired grip strength

(less than 26 kg for men and 18 kg

for women) can predict fatigue,

disability, morbidity and mortality.

Older people with poor grip

strength are at higher risk of

getting frailty by 6 times.

exercise, insufficient nutrition, poor

environment, trauma, diseases, and

drugs can cause malnutrition and

sarcopenia (syndrome characterised by

progressive and generalised loss of

skeletal muscle mass and strength),

and frailty can also be caused by them.

In terms of gender, the incidence of

frailty in older women is higher than

that of older men. Unmarried, divorced

or widowed elders are at higher risk of

frailty compared to married elders,

because most of them live alone, have

less contact with family and friends,

and may have different degrees of

isolation from society. There will be a

certain sense of loneliness. Some

mental diseases such as depression

and dementia can also lead to frailty.

The older a person is, the higher the

risk of frailty, because physical fitness

and organs function decline with age.

When young people fall sick, it is

easier for them to return to a relatively

healthy state, and this ability decreases

with age.

In addition, disease is also one of the

risk factors for frailty. Elderly people

with chronic diseases have a higher

risk of frailty than those without

chronic diseases. Taking multiple drugs

or even abuse of drugs will increase

the risk of frailty. Of course, long-term

bad habits, such as smoking,

alcoholism, stress, sitting or staying in

bed for a long time will also increase

the risk of frailty.

5) Low physical activity: men consume

less than 383 calories a week, and

women consume less than 270

calories a week.

Therefore, when the elderly in the

family have poor appetite, weight loss,

slower walking, fatigue and weakness,

reduced self-care ability, reduction in

the number of trips and activities, etc.,

you need to pay special attention,

because these are all warning signs of

frailty. In frailty, even mild diseases can

lead to poor balance and become a

risk factor for falling. In addition,

delirium (confusion), repeated lung

and urinary tract infections are also

some of the signs of frailty in elderly

people.

What causes frailty?

Frailty does not have one single cause,

but many causes. Ageing, lack of

The vicious circle of frailty

Constipation

Diminished

Appetite &

Thirst

Even Less

Activity

Poor Diet

(Low Protein, Vitamins,

Fiber) & Sedentary

Lifestyle

frailty

Diminished

Aerobic

Capacity

Diminished

Energy

Less

Activity

Sarcopenia


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Complications:

Malnutrition, sarcopenia and frailty

affect each other, forming a vicious

circle.

For example, malnutrition can lead to

frailty, which will increase the risk of

falls, and sarcopenia with reduced

muscle strength. A significant decrease

in muscle strength of the lower limbs

will directly affect the balance and

make it easier to fall. If falls and

fractures cause immobility and

reduced daily activities, the elderly may

become weaker and lose muscle faster.

Frailty increases the risk of adverse

events such as heart attacks and

strokes, lung infections, confusion, and

falls in the elderly. Physical frailty often

leads to deterioration in cognitive

ability and social participation. Once

frailty occurs, the average risk of death

increases by 15% to 50%.

It is not surprising to find that frailty is

related to lower quality of life, higher

risk of hospitalisation, and death. There

will also be a need for long-term care

of the elderly and an increase in

medical expenses. The medical

expenses and care expenses of those

who are frail are almost twice that of

the non-frail people. Therefore, early

recognition of the symptoms of frailty

in the elderly, timely diagnosis and

intervention, will have the opportunity

to reverse the frailty to the pre-frail or

healthy state before the adverse

outcome occurs.

Can frailty be prevented?

With the increase of the elderly

population in our country and the

extension of life expectancy, the

problem of old age is also increasing

day by day. It is estimated that frailty is

present in one-tenth of the elderly

over 65 years old, and up to half of

those over 80 years old. The good

news is that frailty can be reversed.

Studies have shown that exercise and

protein supplementation are the two

key treatments, as well as the most

effective and easiest preventive

measures.

Exercise is the most effective way to

improve the quality of life and function

of the elderly. Appropriate physical

activity can delay the progress of

frailty. Therefore, we should encourage

the elderly in the family to participate

in diversified activities. Exercise should

ideally be done 5 days a week at

home, for about 20 to 25 minutes,

including intensive training of arms

and legs, and physical balance and

coordination training. However, the

intensity and duration of exercise

should be determined according to

the overall health of the individual,

and the type of exercise can be based

on individual interests. The forms of

exercise can be diversified, such as

walking, brisk walking, aerobics,

dancing, Tai Chi, running,

swimming, etc.

Nutritional intervention can improve

the weight loss of malnourished and

frail elderly people and reduce the

mortality rate. The daily diet should

include milk, eggs, meat and fish, as

sufficient energy and protein can help

maintain weight and muscle mass. As

for Omega-3 fatty acids, it can improve

appetite and weight. In addition,

vitamin D supplementation can also

improve the strength and function of

the lower limbs.

For the elderly with poor appetite or

those who are hospitalised, oral

nutrition with high energy and protein

content can improve their nutritional

status.

In addition, the elderly often suffer

from comorbidities such as

hypertension and diabetes. Active

management of the disease, especially

focusing on reversible diseases,

evaluating the rational use of

medications, and stopping

unnecessary medications, are effective

in improving frailty.


NEWS & Events

JennOrtho launches foot

health campaign themed

“Back On Your feet”

Leading foot care expert

JennOrtho today

launched a foot health

campaign themed “Back

On Your feet”,

addressing increasing

feet problems in the

country especially post

covid lockdowns.

JennOrtho’s co-founder

and CEO, Dato Dr

Edmund Lee, also a

well-known orthotics

specialist, officiated the

campaign and presented insights on foot issues

affecting the general public, especially school children

returning to usual daily activities after such long

lockdowns, with varying health implications and

solutions. In Malaysia, the alarming fact is the age

afflicted is getting younger, especially children and

teenagers. After Covid 19, there will be a high rate of

children having foot pain returning to school. In view

of the importance of proper foot care, JennOrtho

launched its Flat Feet Trust with RM200,000 worth of

footwear and orthotics insoles to the public who have

feet problems. During the event, JennOrtho had also

provided complimentary feet analysis to the public.

Some patients with foot problems also shared their

own ordeals of foot problems and how it has affected

their health.

Duopharma Biotech

Launches New Flavettes

Nutriskincare Range

Duopharma Biotech Berhad (“Duopharma Biotech” or

“the Company”) officially launched its new Flavettes

NutriSkincare range recently, further expanding its

consumer healthcare portfolio into the health and

beauty segment through the established Flavettes

brand. In 2021, Flavettes – the No. 1 Adult Vitamin C

brand in Malaysia and a market leader in the

effervescent Vitamin C segment, targeted the

steadily-growing beauty segment with the

introduction of

Flavettes

NutriSkincare variants

– building on the

popularity of its

effervescent Vitamin

C products.

Using the tagline “Be

Seri-Seri Inside Out",

the new Flavettes

NutriSkincare range is

positioned as a

complete skincare

offering, with effective

products in the easily absorbed effervescent format,

emphasising the importance of the right nutrition in

holistic beauty routines. All variants of the Flavettes

NutriSkincare range – sold in tubes of 15 and 30

effervescent tablets, are available in Watsons outlets

and other pharmacies nationwide, including their

online stores.

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