Issue: July 12, 2012   (Archive)
Thursday, June 20, 2013   

Sounds like trouble
Hong Kong is noisy. And if that were not enough, people vie for the highest pitch in order to be heard above the din. The result? Not only a vicious circle that pushes noise levels even higher, but likely irreparable damage to vocal cords.



Happy feet
UK footwear brand FitFlop is famous for its wobbly soles which help to exercise certain leg muscles, diffuse underfoot pressure, absorb shock and reduce the weight on joints.

Smoky effect
Get those bedroom eyes with Clinique's Quickliner for Eyes Intense (HK$150), a richly pigmented pencil in six shades from a rich plum to black. A unique smudger tip lets you soften the lines for a smoky look. One stroke can last up to 12 hours.

Heavy-duty moisture
Frequent cleansing in this hot weather keeps blackheads at bay but it can also strip your skin of vital moisture.

Problems worsen in winter for sleep apnea patients
Respiration problems in sleep apnea - which causes people to momentarily stop breathing multiple times throughout the night - appear to worsen during the colder months of the year.

Just add oil
The idea of slathering oil on your already greasy summer skin sounds a bit strange but The Body Shop Beautifying Oils (HK$159) actually have a non-greasy and non-sticky texture that won't clog your pores.

Get your five a day as a treat
Here's a meal that will take care of your five a day. MoMo Cafe in Western district has paired up with World Cancer Research Fund Hong Kong to create a Fruity Friday set menu.

Super plant food
A simple lifestyle change can help reduce the risk of cancer by up to one-third, researchers say. All you need to do is base your diet around plant foods, increase consumption of fruits and vegetables, exercise regularly and maintain a healthy weight, according to the World Cancer Research Fund Hong Kong.

Full extensions
Jennifer Lopez's luscious locks look like they've taken months, if not years, to cultivate but here's her secret: hair extensions.

Steroids not to be sniffed at
Every day, I see patients with nasal obstruction, runny nose or nasal discharge, postnasal drip and throat irritation with or without a cough.

Stand by your man
For 10 years, Fong Kit's response to everything was "never mind," "it doesn't matter" or "not at all." The reclusive Fong shared his thoughts with no one, and nobody knew what excited him or made him sad.



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