Nutrition and diet

How healthy are artichokes?

A variety of artichokes.

5 health risks from consuming too much protein

Protein is an essential nutrient, but more is not necessarily better.

Nutrition grade label draws scepticism from consumers, business owners in Indonesia

A vendor fills drink containers with ice at the popular takjil market in the Bendungan Hilir neighborhood of Central Jakarta on Feb 25, 2026.

World Cup 2026: How football fans can avoid health red cards during the tournament

Ryan Yeo, 44, and his son Jaze, 14, are prepared for the long nights and lack of sleep during World Cup 2026..

News analysis

Alleged graft, food poisoning and shoes: Can Prabowo’s free meals scheme be saved?

The US$15 billion (S$19.3 billion) scheme has been dogged by food poisoning cases since its launch in January 2025.

You probably don’t need extra electrolytes

Chicago White Sox right fielder Tristan Peters being doused with Gatorade to celebrate his walk-off RBI single against the Toronto Blue Jays on April 3.

Brain stunting – a crisis threatening many Filipino children

Sean Cabanban with his mother Erika on May 22. During a community check-up by local health workers in 2025, he was diagnosed with severe stunting.

Now Stirring

Are the black bits in Hokkien mee safe to eat? Hawkers and experts weigh in

Mr Kelvin Teo, owner of The Neighbourwok which sells Hokkien mee.

The Bottom Line

High-protein drinks are everywhere, but do you really need them?

Once associated with bodybuilders, ready-to-drink protein beverages have now become mainstream.

Eat blueberries with fries and other life hacks from best-selling author Dr Giulia Enders

German writer and doctor Giulia Enders, 36, says people should stop treating their bodies like machines.

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