FollowIt started, as these things often do, with a simple scratch in my throat. “No big deal,” I thought, gargling my throat with a concoction of salt water + melaleuca oil + peppermint oil and hoping it would just fade away. Oh, how optimistic I was in the beginning. Last week, that innocent sore throat…
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Back on Track: Reclaiming My Fitness, One Step at a Time
It’s been 10 months since I last exercised regularly — a far cry from the days when I used to run twice a day, once at dawn and again after work. But life changes, and so do our routines. When Maria, my part-time helper, got pregnant and stopped working, I suddenly found myself juggling all…
Why I Swear by Beacon Seaweed Chicken Essence
Lately, I have found Beacon Seaweed Chicken Essence to be an indispensable part of my routine. This incredible supplement helps combat fatigue, improve memory, and strengthen the immune system. Made from pure Beacon Chicken Essence, it is free of antibiotics, hormones, heavy metals, and comes from chickens with Halal certification. Here’s why I’m a firm…
Unlocking the Health Rewards of Pilates
Over the last few years, Pilates has emerged as a powerful ally for those seeking a holistic approach to physical and mental well-being. This low-impact exercise system, developed in the 20th century, has gained immense popularity worldwide, attracting individuals from all walks of life. Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or a newcomer to the world…
Sunday, 25 February 2024
Today is the last Sunday of February 2024. And just in the blink of an eye, Chinese New Year is over and February is coming to an end. February has always been an eventful month with Chinese New Year and my dreaded yearly medical check-up and pap smear procedure. Tomorrow will be my appointment at…
The Potential of Yoghurt: A Delicious Defense Against Dementia
Plain low fat yogurt is a staple in my diet. I eat a small bowl everyday, with seeds, nuts and a drizzle of gula Melaka. It fills me up healthily and it helps things move smoothly down south in the morning. Cass and Sherilyn can both whip up really delicious smoothies and sorbet with a…
Simple Steamed Vegetables For Dinner
Tomorrow is Sunday, aka Cheat Day / Refeed Day / Treat Day! ? Thus, today I had a really clean diet, almost meat-free and ate mostly fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds. This is my dinner today – steamed organic pumpkin and radish and seasoned with olive oil and ground black pepper, with a tablespoon of…
Innovative Workout Techniques To Remain Fit
Attending gym sessions is not always the best idea in your schedule when you decide to work out and stay fit. During the global pandemic, when most gyms are closed, your motivation to exercise diminishes quickly. However, you need to keep yourself fit and healthy to function correctly or face issues like laziness or obesity.…
Keeping Track Of My Steps on My Fitbit Charge 4
I never really bothered to keep track of the number of steps I clocked in daily until we were in a partial lockdown during the MCO recently. With our days locked up at home everyday for months, I was terribly worried of being sedentary and later had to suffer from the consequences. It was then…
What’s Your Body Mass Index (BMI)?
As written in my earlier posts, my weight dropped from 46.7kg to about 44kg (at times, 43.9kg) early this year. I did not intentionally lose weight. I kept getting the flu and sore throat continuously late last year for several months. I also intensified my daily morning workout by adding strength training and lower abdomen exercises.…
Simple Secrets To A Svelte Figure – Portion Control
No Sugar Cravings Anymore
I’m trying to put on a just a teeny weeny bit of weight back. Just before CNY, my weight went down to 44.1 kg. That’s almost my weight when I was a teenager! It’s a surprise that after my fibroid removal 1.5 years ago, my body just does not crave for anything sweet anymore. Foods…
Hungry Girl and HFM’s Exercise Regimen
What You Eat Is What You Are
Keeping Fit And Trim
As a mother, it can be challenging to maintain a healthy workout routine. After all, the children have their needs and the pile of papers at work is growing by the moment. However, none of those things matter if you’re in disarray. You can’t be of service to anyone if you can’t take care of…
4 Ways to Stay Motivated When It’s Cold Outside
On the approach to summer, you diet and exercise in an attempt to achieve the ever sought after, perfect beach body. Then, summer arrives. You look great. You feel confident, and it’s warm, so you keep it up. You go to the gym or out for runs in the sunshine. You eat salads and drink…