The Hong Kong Standard Chartered Marathon was held on Feb. 12 and closed its curtains at Hong Kong Victoria Park. 67-year-old movie superstar Chow Yun-fat also joined the race for the first time with a jaw-dropping result. Chow participated in the 10km category starting at 7:03 a.m., he reached the finishing line in 1 hour,…
‘Crouching Tiger’ Star Chow Yun-Fat Completes 10km Marathon in Little Over an Hour
Causes of Renal Disease and Tips for Kidney Health
In the early stages of kidney disease, there are usually no obvious symptoms, and most patients will not notice it. When it is finally diagnosed, considerable damage may have been done, and kidney dialysis is often needed as the final option. As COVID-19 wreaks havoc around the world, the sequelae of the disease should not…
‘We Will Uphold Moral and Historic Commitment to Hongkongers,’ Said UK Home Office
The British Home Office recently announced that since the launch of the British National (Overseas) (BNO) visa scheme in 2020, more than 140,000 Hongkongers have been able to live and work in the UK. Robert Jenrick, British Home Office Minister, praised the Hongkongers who migrated to Britain for contributing to the local community and economy,…
Good Sleep Onset Timing Can Lower Risk of Cardiovascular Disease
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is one of the leading causes of death worldwide. That includes myocardial infarction, heart failure, chronic ischemic heart disease, and stroke. Studies have found that falling asleep during a specific period is associated with a lower risk of CVD. A study in the UK showed there is a U-shaped relationship (first decreasing…
Stress Release May Hold the Key to Weight Loss
Modern city life is filled with unhealthy living habits that put our health at risk. Consumption of readily available high-calorie greasy food, staying up late, the constant presence of noise, and long-term and excessive stress can all affect our physical health. One such consequence can be obesity. For those who suffer from obesity, weight fluctuations can…
Intermittent Fasting–is It Right for You?
Intermittent fasting as a means of weight loss and improving overall health has become a popular practice. The diet involves eating only during specific times and fasting for longer periods between meals. Is intermittent fasting right for you? Understanding fasting and an evaluation of your current state of health can help you know. Some benefits…
An Ancient Decoction Heals Skin Diseases
Eczema is a common inflammatory skin condition, sometimes beginning during childhood, that causes itchiness, dry skin, rashes, scaly patches, blisters, and skin infections. In the following case, a 49-year-old male, who worked in scientific research for the U.S. government, suffered from chronic eczema and suffered long-term itchy skin on his arms, back, and legs. Eczema is…
Hong Kong Plummets in Liveability Ranking for Expatriates
Hong Kong’s liveability ranking fell 15 places to 92nd in the world last year, mainly due to the impact of COVID restrictions and changes in the political environment, according to the latest survey published by ECA International. Hong Kong also lags behind most major cities, such as Taipei, Tokyo, Sydney, London, Vancouver, and San Francisco,…
6 Simple Foods Can Ease Headache Pain
Headaches are a malady suffered by many—from low-grade tension to migraine—headaches are just no fun. Headaches have many causes—stress, changes in sleep patterns or insomnia, travel and interrupted routines, and colds and other seasonal illnesses. Some headaches, such as migraines, can even be hereditary. Headaches can also be triggered by certain foods. However, some foods…
Don’t Want to Catch a Cold? 2 Magic Acupoints and Immune Boosting Recipes Can Help
The weather is forever fluctuating, cold today, hot tomorrow, and many of my colleagues are blowing their noses and coughing with colds. Their resulting fatigue is added worry on top of the seemingly unfinished work accumulated day in and day out. Such a forlorn state of despair. However, the good news is having a cold…
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