Febfast – Pause for a cause

Today marks the 1st Day of February and Day 1 of FEBFAST.

What is FEBFAST?

Febfast is an initiative to raise awareness for those with alcohol and drug problems. The idea is that for the month of February, you give up drinking alcohol.

For further information you can take a look at the website:

www.febfast.org.au

It’s great to see that [...]

Gym Etiquette… How to not be annoying at the gym

GYM ETIQUETTE. This is a story about what everyone wants to tell you, but really can’t because they might offend you. So take a read and I hope you’re not one of the people I’m referring to! (if you are… it’s not too late to change)

There truly is nothing more annoying than ‘that person’ at [...]

New Year Resolutions

Welcome back to 2012. The last few days of 2011 and the turn of 2012 were some of my favourite days of the year. Being with friends and family, relaxing ahhh…. there’s nothing better.

But now things have come to a screeching halt. Reality time. Back to work and most importantly for me, back to routine.

Which [...]

Austcham 10km Dragonboat Race – Go Aussies!

My paddling team Austcham Paddle Club recently competed in the 10km AustCham Dragonboat race held at Kallang / Marina Bay. The initial signs weren’t looking outstanding for us having drawn lane 24 out of 25 which meant we started to the far, far left of our 1st turning buoy. But we were quick of [...]

Nutrition Info: Calories in Hummus

I just made best homemade Hummus! Better than anything you can buy in the store for sure. So cheap & easy – and because I made it myself, I can make it as healthy as I want.

I highly recommend that if you are looking for a healthier dip or spread to snack on, choose hummus. Make [...]

Singapore Dragon Boat Festival – 2011

On the 9th & 10th of July 2011, Dragon Boaters from across Singapore and Hong Kong took part in the Singapore Dragon Boat Festival at Bedok Reservoir. All races were 800 meters.

The Aussie’s hard work and effort with training both in and out of the water in the lead up to this race really pushed [...]

MR 500: Dragon Boat Regatta

Aussie Aussie Aussie – oi oi oi! My paddling team Austcham Paddle Club competed in the 1st dragon boat regatta of 2011 at Marina Bay set over a 500 metre course running from the barrage up towards the flyer.

Overall from the weekend, we didn’t return with our usual haul of medals – but we did leave [...]

Cyclone Yasi – My little Tully town

Most of you would have probably heard about the destructive Cyclone Yasi hitting the northern coast of Queensland, Australia in a little township called Tully– however most of you won’t know that this is actually my home town.

Cyclone Yasi was a severe category 5 cyclone, the worst in recorded history in Australia. Highest sustained winds [...]

Lose 1kg in 2 weeks – Part 2

Hopefully after the first week you should have the confidence to listen to your body better. It will tell you when you’re hungry and when to stop eating because you’re full. You should never eat just because your watch tells you it’s 12.30pm and you should never feel compelled to eat every thing on your [...]

Stand Up Paddling @ Sentosa

I have been talk, talk, talking about trying Stand Up Paddling for ages now. I love Dragon boating and outrigging so I knew it was going to be love – and when I finally got the opportunity to “SUP” last weekend I was like a little kid on Christmas Day.

Some Hong Kong guys from Typhoon8 [...]

Lose 1kg in 2 Weeks

I believe in being realistic. So I shout at you: DO NOT BELIEVE YOU CAN DROP 5+KGS IN 3 WEEKS. This is outrageous. If you starve yourself you might achieve this, but the second you eat again that weight is going straight back on. Then what’s the point starving yourself for nothing?

Next question: Do you [...]

Dragon Boating – Singapore River Regatta 2010

On the 30th & 31st October, 2010 was the 28th Singapore Dragon Boat River Regatta at Boat Quay. The 300 metre course runs from the Boat Quay Bridge down towards the fullerton. There was the usual singapore downpours of rain followed by hot and humid sunshine, paddling action in the water, a few crashes to [...]

Formula 1 Track Run!

Last night myself and some of the aussie paddlers attempted our annual Formula 1 Race Track Run.

The Formula 1 held in Singapore is a night race and for days prior to the race they barricade off the streets through the middle of the city and what roads are normally seen with bumper to bumper traffic [...]

10km Dragon Boat Race

Most Health Guru fans will know that I’m obsessed with paddling! I paddle in Singapore with Austcham Paddle Club (a.k.a The Aussies). Last weekend we took part in the Austcham 10km race hosted at Kallang River.

The course was a sprint start from Kallang up to the Marina Barrage, a right turn up past [...]

Are Supplements necessary?

I was recently asked how I feel about supplements! Not completely knowing what situation the request was relating to, I thought I’d keep my answer broad. I’d also like to point out that this blog entry is my personal opinion only – if you currently have a medical condition please always follow your doctors advice.

So [...]

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Guest_4235 : HI, I started to have Starbucks breakfast recently. the sandwiches and wraps looks much healthier than other fast food joints'. I did research on their official website, where I can only find US breakfast items. SG's food items are slightly different, and their local website did not capture any.Could you please help to get some info on that? I love their egg white redpepper mushroom wrap.

Guest_1550 : i hope you post more articles on the calories! probably the kind of noodles or rice calories, along with the fruit juices!

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Rid : Like your blog, perhaps a compilation of top 10 hawker stall healthy food. For foreigners who don't completely understand the food, eating out on a diet is often difficult. =)
Guest_262 : YEA!! please advise more of the new year goodies nutriution facts!
Guest_2848 : HI, Nat, can you give some advise on CNY food? Yu Sheng, pork jerks and dumplings. Thanks!!!
Guest_2077 : I hope you can update more often
Guest_218 : Hello! could you do a post on nutritional content of local snacks - for example soon kueh, ang ku kueh, and malay kuehs. Thanks so much!
Fat belly : Hello! I'm confused. I've read protein helps in weight loss, but some articles mention it helps to gain weight! So which is the right one? I don't wan to end up gaining instead of losing. Please help! Thanks!=)
Ri here!!! : I love the article....
Guest_3919 : Hello
belmont : Thanks a lot. I really appreciate the nutrition info articles.
Guest_3506 : how much calories in white wheel shaped pellet snacks
s1190 : Hi there, I read a lot of your articles in one go. Great information, great work ! In a few articles you mention 400-500 calories a meal/dish is considered a lot / almost half of requirement. And the average female only need 1200 calories /day and men 1500 / day. I suppose that's basal metabolic rate right ? So If the person do some sedentary activities, the calories needed is more. It's hard to believe that 1200/1500 is the standard. Minus 500 Kcal to lose weight then all day long i could onl
Guest_2834 : Nat, totally agree with your post on bad PT. My previous PT always texting on his phone, ANNOYING~! and it was very awesome of you to post an artical supporting Pauline~!
Guest_2822 : Hello, I understand you did a post on Mr Bean nutritional content before! I recently visited their website and found out that they have a comprehensive listing of their product nutritional information. Simply go to their website and there is this nutritional information button (in a small balloon) for each of their product category under the "products tab"
Guest_3745 : Hi! Would love to know whether there is a significant difference if we ask for evaporated milk instead of coconut milk in certain desserts, e.g. Chendol, Or is it about the same calories since evaporated milk is fattening too? Thanks!
Sally : Hi Nat. I was wondering if you could do a segment on Pepper Lunch. I love that restaurant, but have heard that it is quite unhealthy. Thanks!
Cheryl : Hi Guru, I was wondering, would it be better to not snack at all, or snack on "healthy snacks that can aid weight loss" for example nuts, certain fruit (in moderation)... Because I have a tendency to snack a lot even when Im not hungry. Recently I did try to cut down on my snacking, but a part of me says that these snacks are healthy so I snack even more -.- so.... Any advice? Healthy snack or no snack at all?
Guest_160 : i love this cite so much!! thank you nat!
Guest_3627 : Update leh
Rachel : @Winnie: TaoKaeNoi's grilled seaweed is pretty low-cal and very yummy, only 15 cals for one whole big sheet! The classic flavour is nice. The other 2 are quite spicy.
Rachel : Hi healthguru, please do up another post on bubble tea! It'd be nice to know the actual calorie counts of at least the basic milk tea with pearls for each different brand (koi, gingcha, each a cup, sweet talk) etc as certain brands are notably less milky and creamy than others. Would really appreciate it xx
Winnie : Hi there! Thanks for your really informative and interesting articles! I wanted to ask you more about healthy snacks other than the ones you've mentioned from xndo. Do you have any tips for simple, cheap, low cal yet healthy snacks that we can get at most supermarkets? Would you recommend popcorn or nata de coco? Thanks!
Guest_120 : i eat pau too, thought its steamed n it shd be less sinful, but seems to gain weight by eating it every snack time in morning though.
Melanthe : Sorry, and all kinds of pau too! As I eat pau every morning and i am extremely curious.
Melanthe : Please do a calorie count for Jollibean pancakes- rounds, normal and crispy ones, with all the flavours: green tea, red bean, peanut butter and cheese!
tommy : Hello, I would like to know what's the daily intake requirements for male, age 34 - calories, fat, carbo, sodium or any important things that i should note in my daily meal plans.
Guest_1826 : Hey, could you do a review of the food in Cedele (especially the cakes and sandwiches)? A lot of Singaporeans tend to think that it's a place for healthy dining, but I am a bit skeptical. After all, cakes still do contain a lot of sugar don't they? How healthy can it be?
Guest_3475 : Hello health guru, I hope you can write a post on jollibean pancakes. Because they sell a variety of pancakes and I don't think they have the same amount of calorie as compared to mr bean. For example they sell peanut roll which is a lot bigger then mr bean's pancake.
Guest_2131 : Do u have a breakdown of all types if pau? (yan, redbean)
Guest_4047 : Hi! I had a bowl of Laksa the other day with fish, shrimp and noodles and it was amazing. However, I reckon there are quite a few calories in such a bowl from all the coconut milk added?
Guest_3664 : Hi, i love fillet o fish frm mcdonald. Always ordered one without tartar sauce, how many calories will that be?
Guest_60 : Hi Health Guru, does belgium waffles have more calorie then a 6 inch waffle?
Guest_682 : Hi, what's the breakdown for Lao Ban tau huay (aka beancurd)?
Guest_4220 : Hi Health guru, i'm curious about the nutritional facts for mc d soft serve ice-cream. how can it be so sweet and nice and only 150kcal? is the info reliable?
Guest_2835 : hey your blog is very informative! is it possible to do a write up for jollibean pancakes like you did for mr bean? thank you!
Guest_1872 : Thanks for answering my enquires regardign waffles.
Guest_1960 : Hi We are a group of NUS students doing a survey on Body Image Perceptions among Singaporeans. Pls take 2 min to fill in this short survey. «link» Thanks!
Guest_3774 : Does 60g of waffle equals to 7 inch of waffle?

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