Health & Fitness

Get fit and make new friends at the same time!

An award winning beverage made with coconut flowers

This Hong Kong expat shares his heartbreaking story

Why are expats vulnerable to addiction?

We discover how to find a unique way of processing change

Why is this clinical psychologist reluctant about ‘boundaries’?

Tackling addiction, anxiety and stress in a resort-style setting

We ask neurologist how to tackle the pain!

We chat about the journey to feeling ‘truly alive again’

Now’s the time to tick off some important life stuff to celebrate hitting the naughty 40

What are the conversations that couples should be having on this topic?

The Matilda team answers expat parents’ top questions!

Hear about a new collaborative process that can have better outcomes for partners and their kids

Catch all 48 epic battles!

Dr Keith Hariman tells all!

Dealing with the condition is exhausting for the person with the disorder – and their partner

We find out everything you need to know about kinesiology

A Matilda International Hospital midwife on what to expect when you’re expecting!

We chat with Maitreyi Mehta of Connect Counselling about how new relationship steps can lead to conflict

Do you know the truth about DVT? We discuss misconceptions and risks during cancer treatment

Looking for a new studio where you can shape up?

There are plenty of health benefits from taking your fitness regime outside

Risk factors, causes and what we can do

Busting some of the myths around the disease

It might be time to have a full body service!

We visited one of HK’s premiere boutique yoga studios to find out how to do just that!

There are plenty of physical and mental benefits for kids and adults alike

It’s a great way to keep active and meet people

So you can be more aware of your levels and what they mean for your health!

New technology for a quick and effective workout

Here’s a quick, non-invasive treatment that might be right for you

How a close patient-doctor relationship can benefit women’s health

Read this!

Need help with a chipped tooth or want a whiter smile?

From the best age to visit an orthodontist to different types and styles of braces

Are there strategies for a dignified divorce?

We find out about a new platform by women and for women

Three factors you need to look at

Are you at risk?

On the outside, everything can appear perfect

Tips to help you know what’s “normal” and how to relieve symptoms

What they are and how to treat them

It doesn’t always come naturally!

Award-winning chef May Chow shares her personal training journey

Why Pilates is so powerful before and after birth

Why more and more people are turning to cosmetic dentistry to improve their smile

How counselling can help you gain momentum again

Need a new pair?

You’ll be smashing a shuttlecock in no time!

You’ll be donning the lycra in no time!

Find out more about this rapidly growing sport

Why they are so important and common myths debunked

The link between them, and other things you need to know!

How new technology is aiding our heart health

Looking for alternative forms of medicinal therapy? Here’s a deeper look into traditional Chinese medicine

We hear how a short, structured exercise plan brought benefits galore to one new mum

Anxiety in kids is often linked to anxiety in their parents

Know when your partying habits become overwhelming in Hong Kong

Orthodontics has been revolutionised since we were at high school!

French expat Dr Emilie Berthet Clairet looks at how nutrition is important for menopausal women

Advice on how to battle an all-too-common phenomenon found in schools

Get the little ones moving!

We find out more about oocyte freezing and clarify some myths

Best part is, you can do it in less than 20 minutes at home or in the gym!

Find out how mobile phones are simplifying the detection of an irregular heartbeat

Staying physically active is one of the best things you can do to maintain and improve your physical and mental health

This tiny device can save you money, save you hassle and save the planet but is it right for you?

Factors to consider in seeking to nourish our whole selves

How a personal trainer can help you through midlife changes

Expat mums share their experiences

Essential steps you can take to reduce the risks

Since everyone in your family will benefit from staying active, why not do it together?

Keeping fit doesn’t mean you are safe from heart disease. We hear from an expert how to minimise risk

Key things to keep in mind when exercising with the bump!

Expat James talks us through the changes he’s made both physically and mentally

Knowing the difference between Botox and fillers will help you look and feel younger

Actor Jason Tobin shares his story

No gym? No problem!

We learn more about VTE, a potentially deadly yet mostly preventable medical condition

Here’s a list of questions you might like to ask before choosing the right one for you

Cleaning and flossing teeth is a no-brainer for health, but how else can we care for our pearly whites?

Why a quarter of the population are doing it and what can be done about it!

Is aspirin a blood thinner? Find out here

Expectant mum and CEO of LifeHub shares some tips

Can’t make it to the gym? No problem!

Having a baby is one of the most exciting experiences in life – but it can also be one of the most expensive

We head down to this brand new gym to check out what it had to offer – and it was pretty impressive!

Make sure you have the right type of insurance cover when you are an expat so you don’t get caught out in an emergency