Many workplaces include regular screening blood tests as part of an annual checkup. This helps to detect potential signs of health concerns at an earlier stage, when they’re easier to treat. In some cases, it’s even possible to take action to prevent a major health condition from developing.

The dawn phenomenon is a natural early-morning rise in blood sugar caused by natural hormonal changes that prepare your body to wake up.

Diabetes affects millions of people around the world and many are balancing its daily demands while managing busy work and family lives. Beyond blood sugar levels, diabetes can influence mental well-being, energy, and overall quality of life.

What if part of the secret to living past 100 wasn’t found in a supplement or high-tech therapy, but on your plate? Around the world, people in the Blue Zones (regions with the longest-lived populations) share one common trait: they eat mostly plants.

There are quite a few technical terms that are commonly used in longevity-related content. We’d like to break down what some of these mean and why they’re important, to help you be better-informed as you navigate your longevity journey.

VO₂ max is a measurement of your body’s ability to take in and use oxygen during exercise. Higher VO₂ max is strongly associated with a longer lifespan, as well as improved athletic performance.

Uric acid is a natural waste product that’s created by the breakdown of many foods as well as by normal cellular metabolism. High uric acid levels in our bodies may be caused by overproduction of uric acid due to dietary factors, alcohol consumption, or medical conditions. 

Deepavali, the Festival of Lights, is a time of joy, family gatherings, and, of course, food. From buttery Murukkus and creamy curries to syrupy Gulab Jamun, every home is filled with irresistible aromas and flavors that symbolize abundance and celebration.

Sustainable weight loss isn’t just about eating less, it’s about eating right. Nutrition plays a role in how your body burns energy, maintains muscle, and prevents chronic disease.

Is it possible to lose fat without losing muscle? Short answer: yes. 

Personalized healthcare, sometimes known as precision medicine, is an approach that focuses on using information about the individual to guide diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.

When people think about longevity, they often focus on diet, exercise, or regular medical check-ups. But one factor is usually overlooked: mental health.

Your heart is at the center of your health. In Singapore, heart disease is the top cause of death and disability. If your heart isn’t working well, you may not just live a shorter life, you may also spend your later years struggling with daily activities.

From creatine to pre-workout drinks and protein powders, supplements can be found everywhere. But the question is, do you really need them if you are working out, or are they just optional extras?

Small daily habits matter more for a longer, healthier life than one-time fixes. What you eat, how you move, how you manage stress and how you sleep directly influence aging and disease risk. 

Vitamin B9, also known as folate, is an essential nutrient that’s important for many different body functions, including red blood cell production and nervous system function.

Magnesium is involved in many different processes throughout the body, including energy production, nervous system and muscle function, bone health, the regulation of blood sugar and blood pressure, and DNA repair.

For so many years, obesity was viewed as a simple matter of willpower. Thus, the solutions were often centered on discipline and control over your lifestyle, diet, and physical activities. But science now tells us that it’s much more complex. Obesity is now recognized by the World Health Organization as a chronic disease driven by genetics, hormonal imbalances, and even environmental and lifestyle factors.

LucenceINSIGHT™ is a multi-cancer early detection blood test that can detect the presence of cancer signals even before symptoms appear. It screens for up to 50 types of cancer, including pancreatic, liver, ovarian, and bile duct cancers, many of which currently have no standard screening guidelines.

Consistency is more important in weight management as these small actions lead to lasting results.