Sore throats are common, with most cases resulting from colds or the flu. Patients can often self-treat their symptoms from the comfort of their own homes. What steps can be taken to alleviate sore throat discomfort? 1. Gargle with Salt Water Salt water, with its hypertonic properties is a simple and effective way to help…
Which Foods Have the Highest Nutritional Value? Japanese Nutritionists Rank the Top 5
Today, many people are paying more attention to the nutritional values in their diet. What kind of foods are the most nutritious? In 2021, 33 Japanese registered dietitians offered their professional advice and identified the top five foods with the highest nutritional value. Nutritionist Okada Akiko compiled the following list: 1. Natto Topping the list…
Hongkongers Protest in UK for Withheld Pension, as Treasury Secretary Makes First Visit Since National Security Law Enforced
On April 17, Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau, Christopher Hui Ching-yu, attended the Innovate Finance Global Summit (IFGS) 2023 in London, United Kingdom. Hui is the first chief-ranking official who visited the UK since former Secretary for Justice Teresa Cheng Yeuk-wah visited during the Hong Kong anti-extradition protests in 2019. Hui is…
A Physician’s Take on the 5 Secrets of Oscar-Winning Actress Michelle Yeoh’s Youthful Appearance
Internationally renowned martial arts superstar Michelle Yeoh won the Oscar for Best Actress at the 95th Academy Awards for her role in “Everything Everywhere All at Once,” becoming the first ethnic Chinese Oscar-winning actress. Since then, people have been focused on how she maintains such a fit figure at 60. On the program “Health 1+1,”…
Is Hong Kong on the Same Level as Others?
A judge reminded the witness that he could only tell what he had seen with his own eyes, not what he had heard from others. The questioning then started, and the prosecutor asked the witness, ‘When, where, and by whom were you born?’ The witness thought for a moment and said, ‘I can’t tell you…
Dandelion Possesses All Attributes as Medicine and Food, a Popular Ingredient for Springtime Liver Protection
While many flowers are reborn in spring—dandelions, shining their telltale yellow blossoms—can be seen ubiquitously along hillsides, fields, and roads. Apart from being an enjoyable view, dandelion has been used over centuries as a medicinal herb. It has a variety of effects such as diuretic, anti-inflammatory, clearing the liver and eyes, and can also be…
A Hong Kong 13-Year-Old Boy Adds HK$90,000 in Top-Ups for Video Games in 20 Days
Online gaming has become a popular all-day leisure activity, with many players willing to spend money to boost their character and improve their gaming experience. However, children and adolescents, who are still developing their mental and self-control skills, can quickly become addicted to these games, leading to “topping up” money endlessly. The Consumer Council recently…
Hongkongers Leaving Under BNO Visa Scheme Have Their MPF Pension Withheld
In January 2021, the British government launched the BNO “Leave to Remain” visa scheme. Since then, more than 100,000 Hong Kong people have emigrated to the UK. Some British Hong Kong residents pointed out that they cannot withdraw their MPF (Mandatory Provident Fund) savings in Hong Kong, which has attracted much attention. Recently, some organizations…
Skin Cancer: ABCDE Rule for Self-Detection and 5 Tips to Prevent
Recent studies show skin cancer is prevailing in the United States and globally. Overexposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun, tanning beds, and sunlamps are responsible for most skin cancer cases, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Besides seeking effective sun protection measures, research indicates that consuming caffeine and…
Skin Cancer: How to Self-Detect and 5 Tips to Prevent
Recent studies show skin cancer is prevailing in the United States and globally. Overexposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun, tanning beds, and sunlamps are responsible for most skin cancer cases, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Besides seeking effective sun protection measures, research indicates that consuming caffeine and…
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