Wondering if acne passes down through the family?
Acne Is A Bigger Problem Than an Injuries. Brian Clough What is acne? It is known to be one of the most common chronic skin disorders nowadays that causes pimples and inflamed spots mainly on the face, back, neck, chest and shoulder. While this skin condition is more commonly associated with teenagers going through puberty, […]
Is your Learning Ability Determined by your DNA?
What is a learning ability? Learning ability defined as is the process of acquiring new, or modifying existing behaviours, preferences, values, skils, or knowledge. Also known as the human mental ability to learn or retain new knowledge. Your genetics load the gun.Your life pulls the trigger. Dr. Mehmet Oz Mental ability presented through the smart behaviour of an […]
Myth & Fact About High Cholesterol
Myth: Fats are harmful for your heart. Fact: there are four main types of fats found in our foods and not all of the types are bad. Artificially made trans fats, also known as partially hydrogenated oils, are the worst type of fat.Trans fats, found in many pastries and processed foods, which would increase the […]
Familial Hypercholesterolemia
Genetic testing was a wake-up call for me. It helped to motivate me to take my drug and give me confidence in my diagnosis of Familial hypercholesterolemia Kari (FH advocate for awareness) let’s understand what is Familial hypercholesterolemia Familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) for short, is known as a genetic condition, that passed down through families. It can […]
Genes associated with high cholesterol
Just did your annual health check and found that you have high cholesterol? Did you know your genes may affect your cholesterol levels? Continue reading on to learn the different factors that contributes to high cholesterol. Cholesterol is a wax-like substance found in all around our body. Contrary to popular belief, our body actually needs […]
Cholesterol and your DNA – Facts that you need to know about cholesterol
Probably you’ve heard a lot about cholesterol and how it could be a cause for many health risks. But do you actually know what is cholesterol? What is cholesterol? It is a waxy, fat-like substance that’s found in all the cells in our bodies. The body needs some fat to make hormones, vitamin D, and […]
Durians – how nutritious are they?
Crowned as the ‘King of Fruits’, durian is arguably the most iconic fruit of Malaysia. Durians are best known for its distinctive smell that divides the people into two groups – durian lovers and durian haters. The unique flavour in durians is attributable to the presence of over 100 volatile compounds, including some that contribute […]
People Behind Advanx Health series: CEO who Challenges Himself
We’ve reached the final part of the “People Behind Advanx Health”. Let’s get to know more about our CEO, Wei Shian! Yong Wei Shian is born and raised in Taiping, Perak – the rain town of Malaysia. He enjoys reading, sports and playing games. “I really, really like to play competitive sports, like football, badminton, […]
Spicy gene in your DNA
DNA is the blueprint that defined who you are. For example, behaviours, physical appearance and your special traits, such as your spicy gene determine your tolerance to spicy food. “Pain tastes like spices, it adds favours to life.” Uma Dhamija How does people senes the spicy flavour. Your nervous system controls spicy sensation. The system […]
The truth about Asthma and your genes
Scientists support the role of outdoor air pollutants and genes in acutely aggravating asthma diseases in children and adults. There are many advantages of living in Kuala Lumpur. Above all, the delicious food and the convenient means for a living. On the contrary, the haze is the major drawback of living in the city. However, it’s […]