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Perfectly Imperfect Health

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Join us for fresh takes on health and wellness designed for your busy lifestyle! We break down medical topics into engaging, relatable content that fits modern living. From mental health to nutrition trends, we keep it real, fun, and evidence-based. Your health journey just got a whole lot more interesting. This podcast is for educational purposes only. 

 

23: the scoop on poop

This episode, we're diving into everything you needed to know about poop health! From understanding to what your bowel movement says about your gut health, to mastering the right way to poop - join us and Dr Andrew Ong, Senior Consultant, Gastroenterology and Hepatology! 

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Season 1
23: The Scoop on Poop We flush out the details, from what bowel movement says about gut health to the optimal volume, frequency and position.
22: Waist Management We're plating up facts on popular diets like intermittent fasting and keto, and what's most important when starting a new diet to meet a weight or health goal.
21: A Real Pain in the Neck You're not alone in your neck and back pains! We painstakingly explain how to manage the aches and agonies.
20: The Big Purge We digest what happens when food poisoning occurs, and how you can safeguard against risky foods, even while travelling!
19: Can Coffee Keep Your Headache Away? Can your daily cuppa help to stave off a headache? We spill the tea on headaches vs migraines and how to deal with them.
18: Want to Live to 100? What if we told you that everyone can live to a ripe old age if they just follow three simple rules, with a little help from next generation science?
17: Sole Searching Learn how to put your best foot forward - it's toe-tally worth it to understand feet problems like corns, calluses and fungal infections!
16: Hot and Humid Don't let the heat and humidity get under your skin - we've got you covered on managing our skin in these conditions.
15: Painful Periods an Ovary-reaction? Menstruation usually comes with PMS and cramps. But what happens when the cramps go beyond what's bearable?
14: Ready, Stretch, Go! Exercising is not just about going to the gym or running - how can we make it enjoyable and get that extra pep in our step?
13: When Dieting Gets Too Extreme A Forbes survey found that 34% of respondents have "losing weight" as their 2024 new year resolution. But what happens when we take our strict diets and calorie cutting too far?
12: Spill Your Guts! Whether you're feeling extra flatulent, having the runs, or having trouble going, we'll help you navigate your digestive tract.
11:Tackling Sports Injuries Don't trip up when you gear up for a marathon, new sport or fitness regime. Ths episode, we go step-by-step on tackling sports injuries.
10: Can Bananas Boost Your Mood? It's okay to not be okay at times, but when should one seek professional help?
9: Tough Pill to Swallow We get prescribed with a dose of dos and dont's when it comes to medication!
8: Vaping = Healthier Smoking? Peer through the smoke and mirrors with us that vaping is a "healthier option" or even a solution to nicotine addiction.
7: Haze-ta La Vista! Clearing the air on how to protect ourselves when haze is on the horizon.
6: Hearing Loss Hear us out: hearing loss is not just for old folks! Tune in as we talk about going deaf from things like loud music, infections, and even too much ear wax.
5: All Set For Your Holiday? Tickets - check! Accomodation - check! Itinerary - check! Have you forgotten anything for your upcoming overseas travel?
4b: Get A Good Night's Rest Sharper days start with better nights. We've got you (toastily covered in a fluffy blanket) on how to clock in for quality rest.
4a: Are You Getting Enough Sleep? If you're not, can hitting the snooze button, getting a cup of coffee, or taking a power nap give you an energy boost?
3: Exercise for Weight Loss If your new year resolution is to lose weight, you may want to know that exercise alone may not be as effective as you think it is. Why then should we still exercise?
2: Overdrinking and Overeating What happens if we indulge a little too much in the wine and dine this festive season? And how can we celebrate without overloading?
1: Tech Neck Don't let your phone and laptop weigh you down - how can we reset our posture to tackle tech neck and more?