health / beauty / fitness

Barefoot Running, Mother's Day at the Intercontinental and Neal's Yard Remedies Opens in Hong Kong

Best Foot Forward

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health
Author: 
Sarah Fung
Issue Date: 
2013 May 10 (All day)
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Skin Deep with Sarah Fung
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Barefoot Running and Neal's Yard Remedies Opens
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FiveFingers barefoot running shoes
Last year's barefoot running masterclass
i-Spa
NOBU

The Evolution Asia Yoga Conference Comes to Hong Kong This June

Yoga’s Big Day Out

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health
Author: 
Sarah Fung
Issue Date: 
2013 Apr 19 (All day)
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Gluten-Free Cupcakes, Hong Kong’s First Tango Salon Championship and the Refinery Power Lift Facial at the MiraSpa

A Piece of Cake

While wheat protein sensitivity is something of a fashionable food intolerance right now (and probably over-self-diagnosed), those who really do suffer with gluten intolerance can have real trouble finding ways to enjoy cakes, bread and other goodies without sparking a reaction.

Topics: 
health
Author: 
Sarah Fung
Issue Date: 
2013 Apr 26 (All day)
Slideshow Headline: 
Skin Deep with Sarah Fung
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Gluten-Free Cupcakes, Hong Kong’s First Tango Salon Championship and the Refinery Power Lift Facial at the MiraSpa
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Gluten-free cupcakes at Sweet Secrets
Men's Zone
Refinery Power Lift Facial at the MiraSpa
Hong Kong’s First Tango Salon Championship
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Health and Beauty
Facial
Cupcakes
Ballroom and Latin Dance Classes
Modern Dance Classes

How to Hide a Hangover

Is it just me, or was March a really, really boozy month? With weddings, the Rugby Sevens and parties up the wazoo, I feel like everyone I know has nursed a sore head or two over the past few weeks. But hangovers also come with a whole bunch of health and beauty fails. Tired, gray skin, under-eye bags and AWFUL breath are just a few of the secondary symptoms of a hangover, making the nausea and headaches all the more unpleasant. But not to worry—there are a good number of tried-and-true tricks out there to make you look heavenly—even if you feel like hell.
 

Topics: 
health
Author: 
Sarah Fung
Issue Date: 
2013 Apr 12 (All day)
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Hong Kong Raises Alert As China’s H7N9 Death Toll Grows

The Chinese government’s Xinhua news agency has reported three new cases of H7N9 virus, bringing the country’s tally up to 21. Of the newly confirmed cases, two are from Shanghai while the other is from Anhui.

The Chinese government has revealed initial details about those afflicted, though it is still unknown whether the 59- and 67-year-old patients have had direct contact with poultry. The 55-year-old man from Anhui, on the other hand, is known to be a poultry worker.

Topics: 
health
Author: 
Kiki Elijandy
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Apr 9 2013 (All day) - Jun 8 2013 (All day)
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Hong Kong Raises Alert as China’s H7N9 Death Toll Grows
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Hong Kong began to raise alert this week as three more H7N9 confirmed cases add to China’s total tally of 21.

High-end versus Low-end Spas, Skincare Products and Sports Shoes in Hong Kong

In honor of this week’s cover story about high-end delights vs. low-end treats, here are a few fancy / frugal options in the world of wellness:

Topics: 
health
Author: 
Sarah Fung
Issue Date: 
2013 Apr 5 (All day)
Slideshow Headline: 
Skin Deep with Sarah Fung
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High-end versus Low-end Spas, Skincare Products and Sports Shoes in Hong Kong
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Easter and Recovering From the Sevens

Fizz Up for Easter

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health
Author: 
Sarah Fung
Issue Date: 
2013 Mar 22 (All day)
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Aeolian Ride Comes to Hong Kong

Looking to participate in something a little different? An inflatable bike ride that claims to be the only one of its kind in the world is coming to Hong Kong. The event is open to anyone confident on two wheels, and it’s free to sign up. 

Inflatable, it turns out, refers to the riders rather than the bike itself. During the Aeolian Ride, participants adorn “sculptural costumes” that inflate as the wind blows through them, and costumes (which are limited) come in three different shapes: a bunny, a bubble and a raindrop.

Topics: 
health
Author: 
Christopher Mellen
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Mar 26 2013 (All day) - May 25 2013 (All day)
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Aeolian Ride Comes to Hong Kong
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If you're interested in becoming a big, inflatable, moving piece of city art this year, then just the right kind of event is coming to Hong Kong to satisfy your needs.

High Pollution Levels Continue to Raise Health Concerns in Hong Kong

The high levels of air pollution were recorded in Hong Kong late last week and throughout the weekend, renewing concerns voiced in January that elevated Air Pollution Index (API) levels are taking a serious toll on the health of Hongkongers.

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health
Author: 
Charlotte Rea
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Mar 12 2013 (All day) - May 11 2013 (All day)
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High Pollution Levels Continue to Raise Health Concerns in Hong Kong
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Dangerous levels of air pollution continue to be a problem in Hong Kong, as government warnings reflect growing safety concerns among the community, reports Charlotte Rea.

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Pollution

Absinthe Hand Care Products from The Body Shop, Chocolate and Rose Pedicure at the Mandarin Salon and Australian Active Wear Lorna Jane

A Toast to Absinthe

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health
Author: 
Sarah Fung
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