Sleep disorders are disruptive and can affect quality of life. While our sleep can be affected by genetics, a large part of it could be due to lifestyle factors such as lack of exercises, smoking, or alcohol use as well. Insomnia is a common problem. It affects one third of the population. it’s more prevalent […]

In the bustling city of Singapore, where the rhythm of life is as diverse and dynamic as its people, hypertension remains a prevalent health concern. As a hypertension doctor in Singapore, I’ve witnessed the impact of high blood pressure on the well-being of many patients. It’s a silent ailment, often going unnoticed until it leads […]

Did you know? Deep breathing exercises at a respiratory rate of 6 or 10 breaths per minute can help with hypertension?[1] Also referred to as diaphragmatic deep breathing (DDB), this exercise causes our diaphragm to contract. When that happens, we minimise the frequency of respiration, increase the volume of inspiration and expiration which in turn […]

It is concerning to note that the findings from MOH’s National Population Health Survey 2022 and HPB’s National Nutrition Survey 2022 shows a near-doubling in the prevalence of hypertension among Singaporeans since 2010. Also, the daily sodium intake of Singapore residents also increased from 3,480mg in 2019 to 3,620mg in 2022. Across the world, hypertension […]

What are probiotics? Are you confused by the many kinds of probiotics in the market? First, you must know that there are more than 1000 strains of probiotics, with the two most common probiotics being lactobacillus and bifidobacterium. Probiotics is also known as the good bacteria. They co-exist with bad bacteria in our bodies. The […]

There are several ways to determine if someone is overweight. A common method is by using the Body Mass Index (BMI) when you take a person’s weight in kilograms (or pounds) divided by the square of height in meters (or feet). A high BMI can indicate high body fatness. However, an acceptable BMI does not […]

One of the recurring environmental challenges faced by the inhabitants of bustling city-state Singapore is the seasonal haze that typically originates from forest fires in neighbouring countries. This year, due to El Nino conditions, the haze situation in Singapore is likely to worsen. The hazy condition is a matter of serious concern. It not only […]

It’s a scene many in Singapore can relate to: you’re sitting in a clinic, and as the doctor wraps the blood pressure cuff around your arm, you feel your heart rate quicken. The reading comes out higher than usual. Yet, when you check your blood pressure outside the clinic, it’s perfectly normal. This phenomenon, where […]

In recent years, Singapore has seen a rise in the number of young adults being diagnosed with hypertension, colloquially known as high blood pressure. Traditionally associated with the elderly, this ailment is now casting a shadow over the health of those in their 30s. But why is this so, and what does it mean for […]