Health & Living

Why are some children aggressive, and how do you manage a violent child? Is juvie the right answer to deal with delinquents? Consultant Developmental Paediatrician Dr Rajini Sarvananthan shares her thoughts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There was a wave of panic after the American Heart Association said, in an updated advice, that coconut oil is as unhealthy as beef dripping and butter. Where is the data to support this? And what damage has it caused to the reputation of everyone's favourite health product? Institut Jantung Negara Chief Dietitian Mary Easaw joins us to talk about the fat and oil in our diet. See omnystudio.com/li...

Dr George Lee returns to discuss the about Elder Abuse along with researcher for Preventing Elder Abuse and Neglect Initiative (PEACE). Expect deep insights delivered with generous humour. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fighting obesity starts from young. Even small tweaks to a child’s diet can make a positive impact to their health. But that’s not the only issue with children’s diet: some are picky eaters, some struggle with eating disorders, and others deal with food allergies. These are only a sampling of what a nutritionist deals with when it comes to childhood nutrition. See omnystudio.com/...

According to Dr Mohd Iqbal, parents are still unclear about the disease and its dangers, with many unaware that an influenza vaccination can offer protection against the disease. Find out more about influenza and whether vaccination is really necessary. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This month The Star reported that three in five migrant workers have worms - and many handle our food. Particularly in this fasting month, where many of us would be resorting to buying street food to break fast, how does this affect food hygiene? One of the researchers behind the study joins us today to discuss intestinal parasites. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The head and neck is a large area of the body, and many parts can be affected by cancers in different ways. Find out more about it from Sunway Medical Centre’s Dr Shailendra Sivalingam, an ENT and Head & Neck Surgeon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Father's Day this weekend, US-Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Dr Johnben Loy examines a recent study that concluded that men are happier when they work full-time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Explore our relationship with food, cravings and compulsive consumption. Also, Consultant Psychiatrist Dr Philip George and Consultant Psychologist Sharan Kaur explain some of the common eating disorders such as bulimia, anorexia and binge eating. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr George Lee returns to discuss the latest medical news. Expect deep insights delivered with generous humour. It goes without saying that exercising can improve your health, but do we exercise to be healthy or to look good? Fitness expert Noel Chelliah shares his thoughts on body image issues, protein intake and working out for the busy person. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This month on Brain Waves, Neurogeneticist Dr Azlina Ahmad Annuar examines the claim that the fidget spinner is good for ADHD, anxiety and autism. And as the Muslim holy month of Ramadan starts, she also explains how the brain adjusts to fasting. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To lie is to deliberately provide false information. But why do people do it? Clinical Psychologist Paul J tries to uncover the truth about lying. Find out what makes a compulsive liar and why some people are just more convincing at lying than others. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You might want to sit down for this; Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr Rajesh Singh explains why some people just cannot sit down comfortably. Sitting-related pain and soreness can affect the groin, tailbone, sacrum, buttocks and lower back - whether you are seated cross-legged, without a backrest, or too long. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We discuss the latest in health news. Rhianne introduces us to autonomous sensory meridian response, while Tina shares how bilinguals experience time differently. Also, how do some people taste flavours when they read words or see colours when they hear music? Uncover how some people experience the world through our lesser known senses. -- 0:00 - Intro 1:37 - Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response (...

Dr George Lee returns to discuss the latest medical news. Expect deep insights delivered with generous humour. Paediatricians technically deal with the medical care of infants and children. But what happens with the children turn into adolescents? What happens between adolescence and adulthood in terms of their healthcare? Dr Sangeeta Mahajan, who lost her son to bipolar disorder, and Consultant P...

It has been part of the Summer Olympic Games since 1964, but it's not the most popular competitive sport in Malaysia. Yet, volleyball still features heavily in co-curricular programmes in schools; and go to any beach and you are sure to find a variation of beach volleyball being played. Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr Harjeet Singh breaks down the physical elements of volleyball and shares his t...

May 10th was World Lupus Day. Consultant Rheumatologist Dr Benjamin Cheah discusses the latest in lupus care and management as well as some of the issues that were highlighted during the recent World Lupus Day events. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every 29th of May is World Digestive Health Day. This year, the global campaign focuses on inflammatory bowel disease. Consultant Gastroenterologist Dato Dr Mahendra Raj joins us for a frank discussion about the role of the bowel and covers other related topics including gut health and dietary fibre. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We discuss the latest in health news. Why did a seven-month old baby die from a gluten-free diet? Will lab-grown meat be mainstream in the near future? And what are the benefits of going vegetarian? Join us as we navigate the world of alternative diets. -- 0:00 - Intro 1:10 - Vegetarian diet 13:48 - Lab-grown meat 24:32 - Gluten-free for baby? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr George Lee returns to discuss the latest medical news. Expect deep insights delivered with generous humour. It's International Thyroid Awareness Week and we’re turning our attention to hypothyroidism. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Based on an article published on The Huffington Post by Psychiatrist Dr Marcia Sirota, this time on her monthly show, Consultant Developmental Paediatrician Dr Rajini Sarvananthan elaborates on how helicopter parents are raising unemployable children. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clinical Trials are a crucial part of the development process of new drugs and treatment. However, when it comes to participating in clinical trials, there can be misconceptions surrounding the care of patients that are participating, and the ethics behind the research. Here to clarify the myths and truths behind the processes of clinical trials, we talk to Dr Khairul Faizi, the head of business d...

We discuss the latest in health news. First, Ern Teck gives us an insight into his experience getting treatment for his shoulder injury. Then, caffeine-dependent Juliet wonders how much coffee is too much, after an American teen died from drinking too much caffeine too quickly. Meanwhile, Tina asks if 13 Reasons Why raises awareness about teenage suicide, or glamorises it. -- 0:00 - Intro 0:56 - E...

Dr George Lee returns to discuss the latest medical news. Expect deep insights delivered with generous humour. This week, he finds out from Geneticist Dr Arif Anwar if knowing your genetic makeup can lead to a fitter, healthier life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We discuss the latest in health news. This week, A Bit of Culture panellist, Lee Chwi Lynn joins Tina Carmillia to discuss pop culture and public health. In light of Jimmy Kimmel's heartfelt plea for accessible health care after sharing about his newborn son's heart defect, we debate if public figures like himself, Lady Gaga and the British royals help or hurt public health. -- 0:00 - Intro 1:09 -...