Aging is a natural process, but what if part of the reason we age involves a hidden, slow-burning fire inside our bodies? This fire is chronic inflammation, a condition that differs from the short-term inflammation we experience when injured or sick. The term inflammaging describes this persistent, low-grade inflammation that builds up as we grow older. Understanding inflammaging is key for anyone interested in maintaining their health and vitality through middle age and beyo

Do you find that despite hours in the gym, or strict calorie control, weight loss still feels like a battle? If the weight around your middle refuses to budge, your emotional health could be the cause. A wholesome diet and regular exercise are cited as the pillars of weight loss, but often the deeper, unspoken story of your emotions needs to be acknowledged. Fats are not to be feared, but understood. Although vilified in our culture due to pressure created by beauty standards

Traveling during the summer holidays is great fun, but jet lag can make the journey a cranky challenge for both kids and parents. Growing up in Canada myself, I’ve been flying back and forth to Hong Kong during holidays as a child and an adult. Here are some tips based on current research that have worked in my experience to help the whole family recover more quickly so that everyone can get to enjoying their vacation! How Jet Lag Affects Kids Jet lag happens when the body’s

Acne affects an estimated 85% of adolescents and young adults, as well as millions of people worldwide in all age brackets. The physical discomfort and emotional distress associated with this multi-factorial skin disorder can feel overwhelming and frustrating. Rather than just temporary relief in-between breakouts, true healing starts from understanding the symptoms, causes, and testing options, so that the right treatments and changes can be made towards clear skin long term

As the harsh dry winter of Hong Kong encroaches, it’s likely your skin has started to protest - dryness, flaking, redness and breakouts are common during this time of year. Our precious skin is our first point of contact with our surroundings, and serves both as a barrier and a connection between the outside world and the internal microscopic world of the body. It’s selectively permeable, allowing some molecules to enter the body if they have specific qualities - you can thin

In my previous post, I went over the top 5 nutrient deficiencies I see in clinic. This time, let's talk about the hidden deficiencies...

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Ever known someone who got diarrhea after treatment with antibiotics? To say the least, it’s happened to a friend of a friend of mine before; me. We all know that antibiotics are powerful drugs good for killing off the bacteria in your body. Sometimes, they do that a little too well. That’s because they don’t selectively kill off only the harmful bacteria. They also take out the beneficial bacteria that help you. Without following up, this can leave your body in a state susc