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Wellness

Can eating chocolate be good for you? Yes, as long as it’s dark chocolate

A dietitian and a chocolate craftsman explain why it is OK to indulge a chocolate craving – as long as it is dark, and only in moderation.

YouTube and YouTubers

Meet Piper Rockelle, the teen YouTuber at the heart of a new Netflix series

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Education in Hong Kong

In Hong Kong, schools struggle with rising number of chronically absent pupils

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Fame and celebrity

Who are late NFL hopeful Kyren Lacy’s parents, Kenny Lacy and Kandace Washington?

The former LSU wide receiver, 24, has passed away 4 months after he was involved in a fatal hit-and-run car accident that had torpedoed his prospects in the NFL.

Kyren Lacy’s parents, Kenny Lacy and Kandace Washington, are mourning the death of their son, and encouraging parents to check on their children’s mental health. Photo: @lsufootball/Instagram
Wellness

How high humidity causes ‘damp’ illnesses, plus TCM experts’ health tips

As Hong Kong edges towards summer, traditional Chinese medicine practitioners share how to protect health by eating, acting and thinking right.

Icons and Influencers

Who is influencer Roxie Nafousi – and did she ‘manifest’ her baby’s father?

Touting the power of positive thinking, Nafousi has spoken about her struggles with mental health and drug addiction; she had a son with actor Wade Briggs and they are co-parenting post break-up.

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Japan

Fading optimism in Japan as only 13% satisfied with quality of life: survey

Experts say a deepening sense of crisis has overwhelmed young Japanese amid rising living costs, demographic strain and political inertia.

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People walk past an electronic screen displaying share prices outside a brokerage in Tokyo, Japan, on Friday. Photo: Reuters
Wellness

How the little-known nutrient choline is vital for your mental health

Choline may lower the risk of dementia and mild cognitive impairment, and helps with gene expression, protein production and DNA repair.

Good Schools Guide

The importance of regular sleep routines for children

Consistent bedtime routines are key to a healthy and restorative sleep regime for children, and essential for their development.

Wellness

How to lower your risk of Parkinson’s disease and slow its advance

Study estimates 25 million people could have Parkinson’s by 2050. Healthy habits can prevent it or slow its progression.

As cases of Parkinson’s disease increase globally, there are ways to reduce your risk, including exercise (above) and a good diet. Photo: Shutterstock
Hong Kong youth

Letters | Social connection and purpose are also vital for mental health

Readers discuss a more holistic approach to fostering youth resilience, The Last Dance’s re-release on the silver screen, and enticing visitors to Hong Kong.

Creating school and community environments conducive to supportive peer connections is key to building resilience among our youth. Photo: Shutterstock
Wellness

She was on American Ninja Warrior in her 70s. How is she ageing so well?

Ginny MacColl, who was diagnosed with osteopenia in her 40s, says women are never too old to build muscle. Here’s how she does it.

Wellness

High blood pressure? Have you tried relaxing? Experts say it works

If you feel your blood pressure rising, just breathe or take up a relaxing form of exercise. Experts say things like yoga can keep it down.

Wellness

Told she had stage 4 cancer at 41, designer finds strength in art therapy

Ivy Ip says art therapy classes at the Hong Kong Cancer Fund have been a source of inspiration. Now she’s exhibiting her work in Wan Chai.

Ivy Ip (left) and husband Kenneth Kwan, together with Hong Kong Cancer Fund art therapist Tang Hoi-lam, display a wool-felt scarf they made together at a couples’ art therapy session. Photo: Courtesy of Ivy Ip
Hong Kong youth

Letters | All enrichment and no free play makes our children unhealthy

Readers discuss the value of unstructured play, the monetisation methods of video games, and Europe’s attitude towards China.

Children play in the East Coast Park Precinct on January 11. Researchers note that child-driven play builds resilience against stress and shapes children into creative thinkers with problem-solving and social skills – qualities just as crucial as academic success. Photo: Dickson Lee
Social media

Opinion | Don’t leave parents to suffer the fallout of social media overuse

As the alarming impact on young people’s physical and mental health becomes clear, the community must come together to tackle the problem.

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Fame and celebrity

Who was The White Lotus star Walton Goggins’ first wife, Leanne Knight?

Goggins married his Canadian wife in 2001, but she grew disenchanted with his work schedule and LA – she died by suicide in 2004, after which Goggins went to Asia, foreshadowing his White Lotus role.

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Wellness

That little voice in our heads? This woman doesn’t have one

Most of us have an inner voice, some more than one. But to the surprise of some scientists, a few people do not – like Australian Mel May.

For people like Mel May, not having an inner voice means they don’t stress about the future, but may also have a hard time remembering the past. Photo: Shutterstock
Japan

Japan store worker’s suicide after working half year straight deemed job-related

His case highlights the issue of the ‘death from overwork’ culture in Japan.

Wellness

More evidence links diabetes in pregnancy to higher autism risk in children

Women with diabetes who become pregnant are shown to be at particular risk of giving birth to a child with ADHD, autism or other disorders.

Wellness

What is microcheating and are you doing it to your partner?

Microcheating covers things such as furtive social media chatting, which some consider a form of infidelity. But is it that important?

Is liking a co-worker’s photo on social media microcheating? One psychologist says microcheating could be anything short of a physical or emotional relationship if it involves a behaviour you cannot talk about openly with a partner. Photo: AP
Wellness

Why working nights could lead to health issues like diabetes

Unhealthy habits associated with working late or night shifts can induce cancer, the WHO says, and make other health conditions more likely.

An engineer works the night shift at a power station at an oil refinery. Working late shifts or nights raises the risk of having type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, ischemic stroke and other conditions, and can even induce cancer, the WHO says. Photo: Shutterstock
Fame and celebrity

Who was Tom Hanks’ first wife Susan Dillingham – aka actress Samantha Lewes?

Tom Hanks’ daughter Elizabeth has written a memoir detailing her traumatic childhood with mum Susan Dillingham, who she says ‘pushed me, shook me, pulled my hair and locked me in a closet’.

Hong Kong society

‘I could only cry’: Hong Kong carers pushed to limit, as NGO warns of risks

Suicide Prevention Services says 37 per cent of surveyed carers in high state of stress and nearly 17 per cent have thoughts of suicide, self-harm.

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South Korea

In South Korea, crushing academic pressures start in kindergarten

Forget play dates – in some parts of Seoul, four-year-olds are already training for the notorious Suneung college entrance exam.

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Kindergarteners listen to their teacher read a story in Seoul. South Korea’s current education system teaches children to ruthlessly compete against one another. Photo: Shutterstock
Hong Kong youth

Editorial | More action needed on social media addiction

With children recording more screen time, there needs to be stronger public education on online usage and behaviour.

City officials say screen time usage by children is “quite worrying”. Photo: Eugene Lee
Fame and celebrity

How does Michelle Monaghan look so youthful at 48?

At 48, Monaghan hardly looks a day over 30 – here’s what we know about her wellness routine, from her workouts and favourite skincare products to baking as a form of meditation.

Hong Kong society

Letters | Don’t dismiss school violence as just boys being boys

Readers discuss the normalisation of violence on social media, making cutting-edge medical technologies available, and how to measure mental health.

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