Diabetes requires regular monitoring, and one way to do this is through the HbA1c test. Unlike regular blood sugar tests, the HbA1c test provides an average blood sugar level over three months. This is highly useful as it is not affected by temporary fluctuations in blood sugar levels, so fasting is not required before the test.   What is HbA1c? HbA1c, or hemoglobin A1c, is a test that measures the percentage of hemoglobin in red blood cells that is bound to glucose. The results reflect...

Get to Know Probiotics, Your Diet Buddy!   Ever heard of probiotics? Those good bacteria found in fermented foods like yogurt, kimchi, and tempeh. Turns out, besides being good for digestion, probiotics can also be your diet buddy!   Probiotics and Weight Management Some studies suggest that probiotics, especially the Lactobacillus type, can help with weight loss. How? These probiotics can reduce body fat, especially around the belly area. But remember, once you stop consumption,...

The Eid season is over and now most Indonesians have started to return to their routine. However, before returning to carrying out daily activities, we need to do a health check first. This is because typical Eid foods that are often consumed contain salt, fat, high sugar and high calories which are not good for health. The phenomenon of experiencing health problems after celebrating Eid is often experienced by many people. Generally, this is because we often go crazy when eating food during...

After a month of fasting during the holy month of Ramadan, we have now entered the moment of Lebaran or Eid al-Fitr. Apart from being synonymous with returning to hometowns (mudik) and forgiving one another among relatives and neighbors, Eid al-Fitr is also synonymous with delicious foods such as ketupat (rice cake in woven palm leaf pouch), opor ayam (chicken cooked in coconut milk), rendang (spicy beef stew), and various Lebaran cookies. It's no wonder that the threat of weight gain looms afte...

Have you ever heard that papaya can be the solution for those who want to have bright and healthy skin? Yup, this fruit is not only delicious to eat but also has a bunch of benefits for skincare. Want to know more? Let's find out!   Vitamin C, The Natural Skin Whitener Papaya is rich in vitamin C, even higher than oranges! Vitamin C can help whiten the skin naturally, reduce pigmentation, and make the neck and armpits brighter. Cool, right?   Goodbye Wrinkles and Acne! In addit...

Vacation is indeed enjoyable, but returning to work routines can be a challenge in itself. Many employees find it difficult to regain productivity after a long holiday. However, don't worry! Here are 8 tips that can help you refocus and be productive at the office after your break. Schedule Your First Day of Work: Start by planning your first day back at work. Make a list of tasks that need to be completed so you don't feel overwhelmed. Set New Targets: Motivate yourself by setting new tar...