The Health Guru

Facts, Hints, Tips, Advice and Inspiration on everything to do about health & weight loss.

Answers to the questions some of you have asked!

Dear Health Guru readers:   Thanks so much for reading my blog and asking so many questions in the comment box. I do really love all the questions you ask – most of them really get me thinking and I typically have to go and do a lot of researching to answer them sensibly. In saying […]

Are you having a heart attack – Signs and Symptoms

Very sadly, I personally know two people that have dropped dead from a heart attack in the last week.   No chance for good-byes …… just gone …… in the age group of late 50’s to 60’s – and to be truthful, that really scares me (and hopefully scares you too) Heart Disease is a LIFESTYLE […]

Nutrition Info: Calories in Yami Yoghurt

Yoghurt has entered the retail snack food market in a big way.  No longer do you find it only in the dairy section in the supermarket, you can easily find stalls selling yoghurt and yoghurt based snacks in shopping centres. There’s a misconception that Yoghurt is healthier than Ice-cream.  There are so many varieties, styles […]

DBS Marina Regatta – Day 2 (500 metres)

Day 2 at the DBS Marina Bay Regatta was just as action packed as the first. I think i’ll keep it short and sweet because the results didn’t exactly pan out the way the aussie team wanted.  We tied for 1st place for the overall weekend, but due to time constraints we were not permitted […]

Exercise Addiction: Endocannabinoids ??

It is now being suggested that it’s not totally correct to give “Endorphins” all the wrap when talking about the reported feeling of euphoria after an exercise session.  Studies have shown that Endorphin molecules are quite large and can’t pass through the blood-brain barrier.  So therefore, a runner’s ‘high’ could be due to other substances […]

How to ask for ‘No Lard’

For all of you caucasians out there that want to know how to eat at a hawker centre and ask for “NO LARD” when you order a local meal…. here’s how: Chinese :  BU YAO ZHU YOU ZHA   Pronounced:  “Boo yaow joo yoo jar” Philippine Tagalog: WALANG MANTIKA Bahasa Indonesian:  TANPA LEMAK So depending on the […]

Best Weight Loss Blog: 2012

Woo hoo… I was mentioned!! Happy to let my readers know that THE HEALTH GURU was nominated in the Best Weight Loss Blog: 2012 via Cranky Fitness (link to blog attached below) http://www.crankyfitness.com/2012/03/best-weight-loss-blogs-2012.html Looks like I’ll just keep blogging then….

Nutrition Information: Milk (Condensed, Evaporated, Coconut, Soy, Whole)

Here is guide to the best types of milk you can choose when given the choice.  Enjoy! What is Condensed Milk: Condensed milk is a highly shelf-stable milk product made by evaporating much of the water from milk to create a thick, syrupy liquid, and adding sugar to it before canning in a sterilized can. Condensed […]

Top 10 Healthiest Hawker Meals

This is the list of the TOP 10 HEALTHIEST HAWKER FOOD options you can choose from when trying to manage your weight but of course manage you budget as well. Yong Tau Foo Nutrition Information: 1 bowl (175g) Energy: 165 calories Protein: 10.7 g Fat: 8 g Carbs: 12g Sodium: 936 mg In my opinion […]

“Thanks for noticing b****”

“Thanks for noticing b###h” was part of the response straight from the mouth of  famous chef and war against obesity campaigner Jamie Oliver when asked if he’d gained alot of weight recently! I had the biggest laugh over this because: I love Jamie Oliver I wish I had guts to say that to someone in […]

Nature’s Bakes – healthy, home-baked cakes and goodies

For all of you health conscious people out there in Singapore, here’s a company where you can buy healthy, home-baked cakes and goodies that are packed with nutrient rich ingredients.  The bakers are producing gluten free / grain free / dairy free, naturally sweetened goodies.  I personally think this is a great idea, they are proving […]

Search for your nutrition questions…

Hi Everyone… please remember to use the SEARCH BOX on the right hand side to find answers to your nutrition questions. Often in the live shoutbox I have nutrition questions that I have posted about before …..  simply type in the food you’re enquiring about, click on search and it should take you right to […]

Febfast – Pause for a cause

Incase youToday 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 […]

High-protein diet helps weight loss: study

I found this on the Ninemsn website this morning. Thought I’d pass it on as it supports my belief in eating a higher protein, lower carbohydrate diet, exercise daily and that everyone needs to consult a health /wellness coach for monitoring. Here it is: A diet high in protein, combined with regular dietitian sessions, is […]

Happy CNY! (Gong Xi Fa Cai)

DownloadedFileHappy Chinese New Year ! 2012 is the year of the Dragon.  As a Monkey, I’m extremely compatible with Dragons.  I’m looking forward to a great year ahead (I’m not sure if it means I’m compatible with the whole year or just individuals!!) Gong Xi Fa Cai !! Wishing happiness and healthiness to all.

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    • Guest_1967 : Hi, would you know the nutrional information of Thai vermicelli salad? All I can find is for Phad Thai, but I'm looking for the boiled glass noodle one.
    • Health Guru : Thanks for the Thunder Tea Rice tip... I haven't eaten for ages - will go try it.
    • Guest_2263 : Hi Natalie, you need to check out Organic Thunder Rice in Bishan Bus Interchange. Cheers
    • Guest_4579 : please update..its years away now and theres a new version in the market as well.
    • Guest_2834 : Please update... :)
    • Guest_3832 : do u advocate low carb/keto dieting?
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