With the summer upon us, now may be the ideal time to explore different sports and physical activities to reduce pent-up stress and increase mental wellbeing,
How to slim down and shape up this summer
Did you know that excess weight increases the risk of Covid-19 hospitalisation? Dr Ardyce Yik, IMI Naturopathic Physician and weight loss specialist, shares her top ten tips to help you achieve and sustain a healthy weight this summer and beyond.
The link between excess weight and Covid-19
Researchers have confirmed that excess weight or obesity significantly increase the severity of Covid-19 symptoms. These health challenges are the biggest risk factors for patients under 50.
How osteopathy strengthens your respiratory system and boosts your immunity
Respiratory health can be impacted by multiple factors – some of which are far less obvious than a change in weather or a nasty bug doing the rounds. Excess weight, posture, a previous injury, for example, can all affect your ability to breathe easy. So too can former traumas, surgical...
Your Essential Immune Support Kit
Chinese version 跳至中文版 Your Essential Immune Support Kit The scientists have spoken. The key nutrients your body needs to strengthen your immunity. As Hong Kong hums back to life, it’s important that we continue to support and strengthen our immune systems – your most powerful line of defence at this...
How to boost your immune system – an article featured in Pacific Place
Dr. Benita Perch, Naturopathic Physician at IMI, shares her top tips for boosting the immune system.
Elderberry: an antiviral botanical for immunity
When it comes to keeping colds and flu at bay, we may have some go-to habits. Washing our hands, eating a nutrient dense diet and improving our sleep habits can all improve our immunity. But when these habits don’t quite meet the needs of our immune system, how can we...
Coronavirus: how to stay healthy and happy during virus outbreak and flu season, from the vitamins you need to exercise like yoga – an article featured in South China Morning Post
Vitamin C, vitamin D and zinc are the top three nutrients to boost the immune system, says Lawrence Tredrea, a Nutritionist and Naturopath at IMI.
Seven simple strategies to strengthen travellers’ immune systems
With the Lunar New Year holiday upon us, millions of people have planned a quick get-away, be it to rest and recharge or spend quality time with loved ones abroad. But, the combination of holiday stress and prevalence of winter bugs can put our immune systems under extra stress, making...