Deadlines, deadlines, deadlines. They’re piling up all around you and you feel like you’ve barely got enough time to eat or sleep. But working through the night and skipping meals is one of the easiest ways to let your body down, and could result in bigger health problems in the long run. By: Sharlene Tan According to the World Health Organisation, the workplace is one of the key environments that affects one’s mental health. When the assignments are piling up around you, you might get headaches, have little appetite, problems sleeping,...

Exercise. We know we need it, sometimes we even want it, but all too often other things (like your job, your family, or just plain old fatigue) get in the way of working out. By: Sharlene Tan Your schedule is stuffed, packed, overflowing even. Where’s the time to exercise?, you might be wondering. But you can easily fit exercise into your daily routine because every little bit helps. A study by the University of Virginia found that women who split their exercise into 10-minute routines were more likely to exercise consistently and lost...

If you’re feeling the sniffles coming on, you might be tempted to reach for a pill or a vitamin. However, the best way to boost your immune system is through your diet. By: Sharlene Tan Work stress, poor ventilation at the office, a sick child, the temperamental weather… the potential triggers for getting sick are endless, and no superwoman is unsusceptible. Doctors say that a diet rich in fruits and vegetables can help you ward off colds and the flu, as they contain immune-boosting antioxidants. Antioxidants neutralise the effects of free...

The bad news is that there are some foods in our pantries and refrigerators that are a lot unhealthier than we realize. Fortunately, there are tasty alternatives available. Nanzinc.Com gives the lowdown on what foods should be taken in moderation, or even cut out entirely. By: Ng Lin-Li Sugar-free Mints Small and sweet, many of us usually pop several sugar-free mints into our mouths everyday  whether to stay awake at work or in between meals. Unfortunately, sugar-free mints are unkind to your tummy while being tasty on the tongue. They are artificially...

Green is no longer just a colour but a concept, a lifestyle of being environmentally friendly. It’s all about going green these days — and perhaps the easiest way to do so is to go back to nature by greening your exercise. By Sharlene Tan Instead of hitting your favourite air-conditioned gym the next time you’re in need of a workout, head outdoors. A study in the United Kingdom has shown that just five minutes of exercise out in nature can lift self-esteem and mood. And we all could do with an extra mood boost sometimes! Walk or run...

We all know that tea is good for us. But did you know that tea is actually amazingly nutritional? Read this Nanzinc.Com story and sip your way to better health! By: Melanie Lee It’s funny how some dried leaves and boiled water can be considered a miracle elixir – but that’s just what tea has been for people all around the world for many centuries. While it hasn’t been as popular as coffee in the past few years (thanks to the astute and celebrity-fuelled marketing of Starbucks and Nespresso), recent scientific research findings have presented...

Sarah Jessica Parker was recently criticised for her plummeting body weight — she was photographed looking dangerously thin. In 2006 and 2007, a spate of models died from starving themselves, notably Brazilian Ana Carolina Reston and Eliana Ramos. Many people have the misconception that anorexics starve themselves out of vanity and choice. Nanzinc.Com takes a deeper look at this issue that affects millions of people around the world, so you can help someone you know or take steps to prevent it. By: Ng Lin-Li Anorexia occurs because of a combination...

Prescription drug abuse is the use of prescription drugs in ways that are not intended by the prescribing doctor. It is a serious and growing problem worldwide, affecting people from all walks of life, from teens to senior citizens. By: Sharlene Tan Michael Jackson, Heath Ledger, Brittany Murphy, DJ AM, Anna Nicole Smith. These celebrity deaths are all related to prescription drug misuse. However, even away from the Hollywood spotlight, prescription drug abuse is destroying lives in many households. Homemaker Debra Jones, 50, began taking six...

After an absolutely exhausting day, the last thing you want to be bothered with is flossing and brushing your teeth. But here’s why you really need to pick up that toothbrush and spend those few minutes at your sink – this set of teeth is meant to last you for the rest of your life, so you ought to take good care of them! By Sharlene Tan The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention note that 20% of all US teens have untreated tooth decay. It’s worse in Australia, where newspapers recently proclaimed a tooth decay an “epidemic”,...

Are your jeans faded beyond recognition? Does your makeup kit contain untouched two-year-old mascara and lipstick that’s discoloured? Are the greys in your hair getting more noticeable? If this sounds like you, read on to find out why it is important to care about your appearance (and it’s not just about vanity). By Lianne Ong “Letting yourself go” is a common phenomenon for older women but we often don’t detect it till it has grown an ugly head. It starts off with something small and innocuous, like not waxing as regularly as you used...