Calorie-Dense versus Nutrient-Dense Food
What exactly is a calorie? Calorie is the unit that we use to count the energy content in food. Calorie-dense food refers to food that are high in calories but…
15 December 2023
Cancer & Nutrition: Myths and Facts (Part 3)
Here we have busted two nutrition myths which are not effective in cancer risk reduction. 1. Organic Food versus Cancer Risk Explanation There is currently no strong evidence to support…
14 July 2023
Cancer & Nutrition: Myths and Facts (Part 2)
Let's look at the five common lifestyle practices which may reduce cancer risks. 1. Soy Products versus Cancer Risk Explanation The current evidence says that breast cancer survivors can safely…
14 July 2023
Cancer & Nutrition: Myths and Facts (Part 1)
Evidence-based knowledge is essential to identifying cancer prevention methods. Let's find out together what lifestyle changes reduce cancer risk. 1. Physical Activity versus Cancer Risk Explanation There is strong evidence…
14 July 2023
FB Health Talk – DASH饮食： 您知道多少?
您是否知道，DASH饮食是一种预防高血压的健康饮食模式，旨在通过饮食协助治疗或预防高血压疾病，以减少降压药使用。伴随着今年5月17日的世界高血压日，不妨来一起听听如何运用饮食改善血压吧！ 讲员：黄靖文（饮食治疗师，365防癌教育协会）
20 May 2023
Processed Food – Good or Bad?
The word ‘processed’ always conjures up images of unhealthy food. In this article, we will correct such ideas and beliefs. What is processed food? Processed food includes food that has…
18 November 2022
Nutrient-Dense Food
Imagine that you have a cup of milk and a cup of cola in front of you. Which one would you pick? Let’s compare the contents of a cup of…
25 July 2022
FB Health Talk Q&A on Healthy Food Choices When Dining Out
On 16 July, our dietitian from 365 Cancer Prevention Society conducted a Facebook Live talk in Mandarin on healthy food choices when dining out. Check out the answers to some…
20 July 2022
Plant-based Meats – Yes or No
What are plant-based meats? Are they healthier? Are there more nutritional benefits? Plant-based meats are meat alternatives made only from plant sources. They are vegetarian-friendly alternatives that aim to mimic…
27 June 2022
Detox Diet
Are you detoxing your body? Does it really work? Can you regain your health after following a detox diet or program? In general, detox diets are popular for cleansing the…
24 May 2022