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The thyroid gland is one of the most important endocrine systems in the human body. It controls and regulates our metabolism. If there is a problem with thyroid, the metabolic function of the whole body will be affected. Common thyroid problems include hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism and goiter. 5 Common Thyroid Problems 1.     Hypothyroidism is caused by insufficient […]

The Three Highs refer to high blood pressure, high blood lipids and high blood sugar, which are very likely to lead to different chronic diseases. The lifestyle and diet of Hong Kong people are increasing westernized, they are consuming an increased proportion of fat and sugar. This results in the three highs having the tendency

Allergies, including food allergy, are common chronic diseases in Hong Kong. Food allergy is an immune system reaction that occurs soon after eating a certain food with certain ingredient, which results in discomfort and affects the quality of life. In severe cases, it may even be life-threatening. So, what are the causes of food allergies?

The liver and kidneys are like the chemical factories of the body, responsible for detoxification. The liver and kidneys can help us store nutrients, convert and cleanse the toxins. As soon as the liver and kidneys get sick, we will then need to stay away from many delicious foods. Therefore, people with poor liver and

Children with a lack of concentration or ADHD often struggle to focus, are hyperactive and impulsive. These negatively affect their learning, social skills, mental wellbeing and as well as contribute to them having a lack of self-esteem, which may make their every day life challenging.    Poor Nutrition Contribute to ADHD Symptoms Recently, a research

Skin Allergy is mainly caused by the overreaction of the body to foreign substances, and diet one of the main reasons. Apart from the food itself, the quality of cookware is also a major cause as food is constantly in contact with the materials during cooking process. If the quality of the cookware is poor,

Parkinson’s disease is a chronic neurodegenerative disease that affects the central nervous system, especially the motor nerves. As its symptoms only appear slowly over time, it is often being overlooked. The common initial symptoms include body tremors, stiffness in limbs, reduced motor function and walking abnormality. Some patients may also experience some cognitive and behavioural

Skin allergy is a common urban health problem as people are constantly under pressure and having an unhealthy busy life. There are many causes of skin allergy. Since food may contain allergens, it is especially important to avoid eating certain types of food if you have sensitive skin。   10 Type of Food to Avoid

Everything can be blanched. For those who don’t know how to cook, blanching is certainly the most convenient and fast cooking method. Compared to frying or stir-frying, blanching does help us to consume less oil, but is it really healthier?     Blanching means putting vegetables into boiling water until cooked through. But the heat

Generally, parents tend choose fruit juice as the preferred drinks for their children. It is true that fruit juice is a healthier option compared to soda as it contains vitamins and dietary fibre. However, the sugar content of fruit juice is not lower than that of soda, so consuming excessively can contribute to overweight. Also,