Live with Dr Chen Chapter 1

Dr Chen has shared selflessly in the talk about the health knowledge which are of our interest in common during Live with Dr Chen Chapter 1

The below are the topics that she shared with us during the session

1.我们知道您是专门研究营养免疫学，您可以跟我们说明一下什么是营养免疫学吗？

We know that you are specialized in the research of Nutritional Immunology, can you explain with us what is Nutritional Immunology?

2. 大家都说要提升免疫功能，免疫力是否越高越好？

Everyone is saying wanting to increase immunity, is it true that the stronger the immunity, the better it is?

3. 免疫力好是不是就不容易生病？

Does it mean that good immunity means not easily falling sick?

4， 有没有一种药物可以提高免疫功能呢？

is there any medicine to increase immunity?

5. 既然没有药物可以提高免疫功能，哪一种东西对免疫系统好，可以提高免疫力？

Since there is no medication to increase immunity, what is good for immune system which can increase immunity?

6. 您刚刚有提到植物营养素，抗氧化剂，多糖体，那是什么？

You just mentioned about Phytochemicals, Antioxidants and Polysaccharides, what are they all about?

7. 如果你说植物比较好，比如说大豆对健康有益，是否意味着大豆油也健康的？葡萄籽是非常健康，富含抗氧化剂，那么葡萄籽炸的油是否健康？

If you mentioned that plants are better, for eg soy bean is good for health, does it mean that soya oil is healthy also? Grape seed is an excellent source of high antioxidant, then grape seed oil is good?

8。植物比较健康，那么鱼呢？人们总是说鱼肉比鸡肉或牛肉健康？鱼有没有胆固醇呢？

Plant food is healthier, then how about fish? We usually say that fish meat is healthier than chicken and beef, does fish has cholesterol?

9. 我吃鱼油，鱼肝油好不好？

Is it good to take fish oil or cod liver oil?

10. 素食者可选择亚麻籽来补充Omega3吗？我们常常听人说吃坚果，请问是OK吗？尤其核桃里面也含Omega3？

Can vegetarians choose to use flax seeds to supplement Omega 3?

We always hear people mention about eating nuts, is it ok? especially the walnuts which contain Omega 3 too?

11. 我知道您也是研究癌症的，像APPLE 电脑的Steve Jobs，简直是天才，他那么聪明，那么有钱，也得到癌症，您可不可以跟我们谈谈他的癌症呢？

I know you are also doing research on Cancer, like Apple Steve Jobs, he was a genius, very smart, and very rich, he also had cancer. Can you share with us about his cancer?

12. 癌症可以预防吗？有人说吃太补也可以补到癌细胞，是这样吗？应该要怎样预防癌症？癌症一得到，就没希望吗？

Can cancer be prevented? Some people mentioned about nourishing our body will nourish the cancer cells too, is it true? How can we prevent cancer? Once a person get diagnosed with cancer, does it mean it is hopeless?

13. 老人化社会来临，我们来谈谈老化的问题。老人痴呆症（Alzheimer)好像得到的人越来越多，像美国前总统雷根，老人痴呆症可以预防吗？它是怎么形成的？

Aging problem has become a hot topic with the advent of elderly society. Alzheimer seems to be on the rise, for eg  Former President Ronald Reagan. Can Alzheimer be prevented? How does it develop?  

14. 帕金森氏症（Parkinson's Disease) 到后期也会失智，他们有什么不一样？像回到后来的男主角米高福克斯 （Michael Fox)世界拳王MohammadAli也得到帕金森氏症，这个疾病跟饮食有关吗？

Parkinson's Disease at the later stage will cause dementia too. What's the difference between Parkinson's and Alzheimer? Example of people who had Parkinson's are Michael Fox (actor in the "Back to the future") and Mohammad Ali (world champion boxer). Is this disease related to diet?

１５.　我身边很多朋友有高血压，都在吃医生开的降血压的药，是不是只要使用降血压的药物，就不会中风？

I have many friends who are diagnosed with high blood pressure and they are taking medicine prescribed by doctor to reduce the level. is it true that by taking the medicine, one will not get stroke?

１６.　有不少女性朋友都喜欢上SPA泡温泉，泡温泉会不会让血压上升？

There are a few ladies who likes to go for SPA/ hot spring bath, will this increase high blood pressure? 

１７.　经常在医院健康检查时都会做骨质密度的检测，好像通过的人很少，经常都是不合格的，是不是代表人普遍都有骨质疏松症呢？

It has become common that majority fails to pass the Bone Density testing, does it mean that majority has osteoporosis?

１８.　市面上有很多种水，碱性水，电解水，纳米小分子水，纯水，矿泉水，我们究竟该喝什么水？一天应该要喝多少水？

There are many different types of water in the market, like alkaline water, electrolyzed water, small molecule nano water, pure water, distilled water etc. which type of water shall we drink? how much water intake daily?

Beside above, we do receive a free magazine plus Oseed as door gift that's worth more than twice the price of the ticket!

If you wish to learn about the above topics, do contact me. 

Siew Choon

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Live with Dr Chen Chapter 2 on 13th April!

Dr Jau-Fei Chen is coming to Singapore to give a second chapter (Live! with Dr Chen) @ Orchard Hotel on 13-April!

See the response during the Live with Dr Chen Chapter 1

Look at following post to understand more about the topic that she shared during Chapter 1

http://www.immunesuperfood.blogspot.sg/2014/04/live-with-dr-chen-chapter-1.html

If you wish to learn the following health topics, please don't miss this Chapter as you will meet Dr Chen in person to listen to her sharing for the below topics!! 



  1. People can live up to 120 years old. How does this number come from?

2. Everyday take vitamin pills, will a person live up to 120 years old?

3. Is Baby formula milk better than breast milk?

4. Is glucosamine pill helpful for joint pain? 

5. Where does the chondroitin sulphate come from?

6. Which plant foods can help self production of glucosamine in our body?

7. What is auto immune disease? Can it be under control using steroid or anti-inflammation medicine? Any side effects? Is there a better way to prevent?

8. Is bird nest really helpful in beauty maintenance? Including shark fin.

9. Is juicing good for health? Is it considered wholesome fruit?

10. What can we do if we are deprived from sleep?

11. Many advertisements tell about the effectiveness of collagen PDTs on skin. Issit true?

12. Many people said that taking too much rice (carbo) can cause more production of insulin. And Obesity is caused by insulin. Is there any linkage between insulin and obesity.

13. What is the right way to do healthy weight management?

Ticket price $15 come with a free door gift which worth back the ticket price! 

 Anyone keen, please pm me. Thanks.

 

Siew Choon

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Breastfeeding Mum, are you taking fish oil as the source of Omega 3 during breastfeeding?

Omega 3 is one of the important nutrients for breastfeeding mum, in order to get the EPA and DHA which is good for the heart and the brain for baby, a lot of mother may turns to fish oil



Do you know the risk of obtaining Omega 3 from fish oil??



1. Contamination

Due to water pollution, some species of fish are contaminated by high levels of mercury, pesticides, polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), and other pollutants. The US Food and Drug Administration advices children and expectant mothers to avoid eating fish that may contaminated by high levels of mercury.



2. Unsuitable for Consumption

Can you imagine eating the oil from fish liver? In particularly cod liver oil, has excessive vitamin A and vitamin D content. Due to the fact that Liver's main function is to filter and detox, fish liver is more likely to contain toxic contaminants.



3. Depletes Vitamin E

Fish oil can reduce vitamin E levels, either by preventing vitamin E from being absorbed or by causing the body to use up vitamin E more quickly



4. Side effects

diarrhea, heartburn, indigestion, abdominal bloating, nausea, loose stools, rash and nosebleeds.



5. Interference with Medication

Fish oil increase total blood cholesterol and prevent blood clotting, through interaction with medications, such as blood thinners, aspirin and high blood pressure drugs.



6. High calorie

Animal fats such as fish oil are high in calories. One tablespoon of code liver oil, or example, contains 122 calories



7. Dangers of overdose

Overdose increase risk of stroke and cancer. Studies show that consuming too much can reduce immune system activities, making the body more susceptible to infection. Especially increase the risk of having prostate cancer.



http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-2359466/Taking-omega-3-fish-oil-supplements-increase-risk-aggressive-prostate-cancer-70.html





Instead of taking fish oil, most of the circle within my friends, including mothers and kids or even infant are taking plant based Omega 3 (kiwi seed and chia seed)



It's definitely healthier given that the omega 3 components is called ALA, instead of EPA and DHA



 http://www.eexcelasia.com/EN/Product/SV/JNNS/product38.aspx



If we are able to consume 2 kiwi a day, it's equivalent to the amount of Omega 3 that we needed, otherwise Oseed is a very good convenient for babies, especially breastfeeding mum!





Siew Choon

90263-64

teysiewchoon@gmail.com

Is your calcium supplement safe?

Dangerous of taking calcium supplement which is synthetically or chemically prepared!

Again message is clear, calcium supplement is usually chemically prepared, it may bring more harm than good in long run.

We need to get the calcium from natural and wholesome food source, such as pearl, Soy, or other green leafy vegetables. 

One of my favourite beverage is Aromantic! It's made from Bee Pollen, pumpkin flower, roasted barley and pearl.

1. Barley 

• high in amino acids, vitamins, protein, carbohydrates, minerals, and beta-glucan. 

• Beta-glucan promotes the growth of beneficial bacteria in the colon and helps prevent absorption of fats and cholesterol in the intestine.

2. Pumpkin flower 

• high in carotene. 

• May be effective against conditions such as insomnia, high blood pressure and stroke, and may improve heart function.

3. Bee Pollen

• Rich in amino acids that are essential to life. 


• Easy for the body to assimilate, bee pollen may strengthen the immune system and circulatory system, halt the hardening of arteries. 

• Other nutrients in bee pollen include lecithin and large amounts of vitamins A, C, D, E and B-complex.

4. Pearl

• high calcium content makes it an ideal supplement for good health. 

• Pearl’s calcium can be very potent in stimulating bone marrow cells and new bone formation. 

• Researchers have concluded that pearl can improve nervous system function, contributing to pearl’s anti-aging effects. 

• Pearl may also help improve skin condition and the digestive system.

Aromantic is natural and high in calcium and amino acid, suitable for those who is in need of calcium, and it also help in sleeping!

One of the unique feature that I like about Aromantic is it tastes and smells like coffee, but it doesn't contain any coffee ingredient! Strange yay! It's due to the roasted barley. After roasting, it will have a nice coffee smell. It's also suitable for those who addicted to coffee yet doesn't wish to take in caffeine. 

Contact me if you would like to find out more. 

Always be a wiser consumer

You are what you eat

To keep the body in good health is a duty, otherwise we shall not be able to keep our mind strong and clear

Siew Choon

Nutritional Immunology Lifestyle Coach

90263064

Where does your vitamins came from??

Are mentioned in the post, taking vitamin supplement may cause more harm than good. But do you know where does your vitamin supplements came from?

It's very important to be a wise consumer to know what you are eating! Do check out following link, it's very informative as it mentioned clearly on how certain vitamins are prepared. 

For all supplements that we are taking, when it's stated natural, is it true? How to recognize it?

http://www.precisionnutrition.com/all-about-vitamin-supplements

Message is clear again - taking wholesome fruit and vegetable is the only way to go as it will not lead to any side effects. On top of that, it brings in much more benefits! 

Siew Choon

90263064

teysiewchoon@gmail.com

What is your last 10 years look like?

Saw this very inspiring YouTube!



http://youtu.be/Qo6QNU8kHxI



Health is wealth. Towards our golden year, what kind of lifestyle are we having is determined by how we make the choice to protect our health.



We are what we eat, so eat well.



My favorite quotes: To keep the body in good health is a duty, otherwise we shall not be able to keep our mind strong and clear.





Siew Choon

90263064

teysiewchoon@gmail.com

If cow's milk is not good, what are the good source of protein then?

There are many sources of protein, as mentioned earlier about disadvantages of obtaining protein from milk, some people may go for animal protein such as meat, egg etc.

Personally, I will choose to obtain protein from plant source, which is healthier and safer, as animal protein such as chicken or red meat easily lead to cell mutation within our body. So it's good have to have it once a while. 

Let's look at some of the misconception that we usually have on Soy! 

What
are the benefits of soy?

Soy is high in protein and has no
cholesterol. Soy isoflavones can reduce serum cholesterol levels and help
prevent coronary heart disease. Soy also contains several phytochemicals that
have anti-carcinogenic properties. In addition, soy isoflavones have proven to
be effective in the prevention of osteoporosis. It also contains a tetrapeptide
that can speed up fat decomposition to aid in weight management. In addition,
soy alleviates menopausal symptoms.

Will phytoestrogens in soy trigger cancer cell growth?

Phytoestrogens from plant foods are highly beneficial to the human body. They fill estrogen receptor sites on cells, keeping animal-derived estrogens from promoting growth of malignant cells. In this way, phytoestrogens help lower the risk of estrogen-dependent cancers, such as breast cancer. In addition, a study by experts from National University of Singapore, Cancer Research UK, and the US National Cancer Institute concluded that females who consumed high amounts of soy had less dense breast tissue, according to X-ray reports. Hence, compared to females who did not consume large amounts of soy, they were at lower risk of suffering from breast cancer.

 

Will soy cause gout?

Soy contains purines, which are organic compounds that occur naturally in the human body. Uric acid is produced when the body breaks down purines. Excessive amounts of purines in the body will lead to high levels of uric acid in the blood, which can cause gout. The amount of purine in soy is lower than purine-rich foods (e.g. organ meats) but higher than foods low in purine (e.g. fruits and vegetables). Most purines are removed along with water during the manufacturing process of many soy products. 500g of soybeans can produce 2,500ml of soy milk. Hence the amount of purines in 500ml of soy milk is insignificant. A Japanese study by Yamakita and co-workers of Hyogo College of Medicine concluded that tofu is a safe source of protein for gout patients due to its small and transient effect on plasma urate levels. A 12-year study by Hyon K. Choi and co-workers involving more than 45,000 men found that higher levels of meat and seafood consumption are associated with an increased risk of gout, whereas moderate intake of purine-rich vegetables is not associated with an increased risk of gout. In addition, estrogens help inhibit formation of uric acid. Soy isoflavones can restore balance to men experiencing irregularities in uric acid elimination due to interference from male hormones, and replenish estrogens in menopausal women, thereby reducing gout incidence. Compared to fish, meat, seafood and freshwater delicacies, soy and soy products are relatively safer and more ideal sources of protein.

Are plant proteins more beneficial
to health than animal proteins?

Compared to animal proteins, plant proteins such as soy protein are more easily absorbed by the body. Plant proteins provide the body with essential nutrients but with less fat and fewer calories. Besides, soy is rich in phytochemicals to effectively boost immune functions. The American Diabetes Association hails soy as the ideal source of protein for diabetics as soy does not burden the kidneys. Soy protein is a plant protein. Hence, it does not contain any animal hormones or fats, making it the healthier choice.   Soy Protein Animal Protein ·   Low in calories. ·   High in fats and calories. ·   Easily broken down and absorbed. ·   Does not burden health.   ·   The human body cannot break down     animal protein effectively. ·   Excessive consumption burdens and     damages the liver and kidneys.   ·   Easily digested. ·   Does not cause allergies.   ·   Difficult to digest. ·   May cause allergies.   ·   Cholesterol-free. ·   High in saturated fats. ·   High in cholesterol. ·   Long-term consumption may increase     risk of diseases including     atherosclerosis, fatty liver, heart attack     and even cancer. ·   Can increase bone density and     enhances calcium retention. ·   Research shows that replacing     animal protein with soy protein can     lower calcium loss by 50%.   ·   Excessive consumption increases     calcium loss from the body. ·   Increases risk of osteoporosis.

Nutrifresh is one of my favorite beverage! It's made from soy, plus other
fruits and vegetables (total 15 types in different colours) without
preservatives and colouring! it's a wholesome, orgranic freeze dried beverages
that's suitable for baby, in replacing their milk intake after mother's
breastfeed.



For busy professional in the office, Nutrifresh is perfect breakfast also :)



Read up: Why I choose Nutrifresh than dairies



It's healthier and much much cheaper than the fruit juice/soy bean drink
sold outside! Especially for those who are undergoing certain treatment, such
as chemo, who need extra protein sources in rebuilding their cells. Nutrifresh
is a better choice as compared to obtaining the protein from animal sources!



Feel free to contact me if you would like to find out more.







Siew Choon

90263064

teysiewchoon@gmail.com