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One of the biggest red flags is abdominal obesity where fat gathers around the waist and midsection. Photo: Canva
One of the biggest red flags is abdominal obesity where fat gathers around the waist and midsection. Photo: Canva
HEALTH
Malaysia’s food culture is fueling a double crisis: obesity and diabetes
THE numbers are in and they’re not pretty: more than half of Malaysians are now overweight or...
Perak KPDN urges consumers to stay alert to price changes following the reimplementation of SST and report any unreasonable hikes. (BERNAMA PHOTO)
Perak KPDN urges consumers to stay alert to price changes following the reimplementation of SST and report any unreasonable hikes. (BERNAMA PHOTO)
LETTERS
The real cost of a healthier Malaysia starts in the lunchbox
WHEN the government announced the expansion of the Sales and Service Tax (SST) starting July 1 this...
Addressing childhood obesity is not merely a matter of making changes to diets and lifestyles but requires a comprehensive, cross-sectoral approach, ranging from public health policies to community-level enforcement and awareness. Photo: Edited via Canva
Addressing childhood obesity is not merely a matter of making changes to diets and lifestyles but requires a comprehensive, cross-sectoral approach, ranging from public health policies to community-level enforcement and awareness. Photo: Edited via Canva
National
Collective action needed to tackle childhood obesity
KUALA LUMPUR - Addressing childhood obesity is not merely a matter of making changes to diets and...
Childhood obesity is far from harmless. Photo for illustrative purposes only - Canva
Childhood obesity is far from harmless. Photo for illustrative purposes only - Canva
National
When ‘chubby’ turns costly: The high NCD risk behind childhood obesity
KUALA LUMPUR - "So cute!” This phrase still rings out at family gatherings, often directed at...
Childhood obesity has become a global health crisis, with poor dietary habits and sedentary lifestyles, fuelled by screen time and lack of physical activity, contributing to this "epidemic”. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily
Childhood obesity has become a global health crisis, with poor dietary habits and sedentary lifestyles, fuelled by screen time and lack of physical activity, contributing to this "epidemic”. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily
HEALTH
Too young, too heavy: Malaysia’s rising childhood obesity crisis
KUALA LUMPUR - Like any other teenager, Muhammad Mikhael Qaiser Mohd Yuzaini longs to participate in...
According to a press release dated May 2019 by the United Nations Children’s Fund Malaysia, Malaysians’ consumption of sugary drinks has increased dramatically over the past 15 years, in tandem with rising incomes. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily
According to a press release dated May 2019 by the United Nations Children’s Fund Malaysia, Malaysians’ consumption of sugary drinks has increased dramatically over the past 15 years, in tandem with rising incomes. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily
HEALTH
Obesity’s toll on children’s mental, emotional health
KUALA LUMPUR - "Do you want the 30 sen change or sweets?” a female vendor, who was selling...
As Malaysia enforces its revised SST on imported fruits today, the irony is clear—fruit prices are rising just as the nation faces growing obesity and diabetes crises. Photo: Edited via Canva
As Malaysia enforces its revised SST on imported fruits today, the irony is clear—fruit prices are rising just as the nation faces growing obesity and diabetes crises. Photo: Edited via Canva
COMMENTARY
Taxing fruits while fighting obesity feels like a bitter pill to swallow
AS Malaysia rolls out its revised Sales and Service Tax (SST) on imported fruits starting today, the...
Photo for illustration purpose only. - 123RF file photo
Photo for illustration purpose only. - 123RF file photo
National
Life-changing weight loss surgery gives new hope to Malaysians battling obesity
SHAH ALAM - Hospital Raja Permaisuri Bainun (HRPB) is offering a transformative weight-loss surgery,...
Bariatric surgery being performed on a patient. Photo: Nik Ritza Kosai
Bariatric surgery being performed on a patient. Photo: Nik Ritza Kosai
HEALTH
Bariatric surgery not a shortcut to beauty, doctor says
SHAH ALAM - At least 15,000 bariatric surgeries have been performed in Malaysia to address obesity...
Photo for illustration via Bernama
Photo for illustration via Bernama
National
Allurion Balloon: A medical innovation to treat obesity without surgery
KUALA LUMPUR - The rising prevalence of overweight and obesity among adults in Malaysia is a growing...
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Sabah UMNO liaison committee chairman Datuk Jafry Ariffin. BERNAMA photo
Sabah UMNO liaison committee chairman Datuk Jafry Ariffin. BERNAMA photo
Johor polls: Sabah UMNO to rally thousand-strong Sabahan vote bank for BN
Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz - BERNAMA FILE PIX
Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz - BERNAMA FILE PIX
Tengku Zafrul eyes GE16 Selangor seat, leaves choice of constituency to PKR leadership
With the World Cup expanding to an unprecedented 48-team format, Sinar Daily gathered football experts and fans for a special live studio broadcast titled ‘The Biggest World Cup Ever’ at Karangkraf Headquarters.
With the World Cup expanding to an unprecedented 48-team format, Sinar Daily gathered football experts and fans for a special live studio broadcast titled ‘The Biggest World Cup Ever’ at Karangkraf Headquarters.
Sinar Daily's 'The Biggest World Cup Ever' broadcast unpacks early tournament action
The passing of Datuk Kamil Misuari was announced by the Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development (KPWKM) minister's office in a media statement.
The passing of Datuk Kamil Misuari was announced by the Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development (KPWKM) minister's office in a media statement.
Nancy Shukri's husband passes away
Robert Friend's (left) contract as Harimau Malaya CEO ended on June 1 while head coach Peter Cklamovski’s was terminated two days ago. Photo: BERNAMA
Robert Friend's (left) contract as Harimau Malaya CEO ended on June 1 while head coach Peter Cklamovski’s was terminated two days ago. Photo: BERNAMA
End of National Team unit opens door for FAM reset, but Harimau Malaya faces new...
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Rohingya activist draws backlash after Australia speech criticising Malaysia
A former Rohingya refugee turned activist has faced criticism from Malaysian social media users after remarks made during an awards speech in Australia, in which she highlighted Malaysia’s treatment of Rohingya children, went viral online. Screenshots from Noor Azizah's Instagram video
A former Rohingya refugee turned activist has faced criticism from Malaysian social media users after remarks made during an awards speech in Australia, in which she highlighted Malaysia’s treatment of Rohingya children, went viral online. Screenshots from Noor Azizah's Instagram video
Bersatu on the brink of collapse as Muhyiddin fails to manage Pas conflict, says Wan Ahmad Fayhsal
Bersatu is on the brink of collapse due to party president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin’s failure to manage the internal conflict with Pas, according to Machang member of parliament Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal.
Bersatu is on the brink of collapse due to party president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin’s failure to manage the internal conflict with Pas, according to Machang member of parliament Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal.
Rukun Negara remains Malaysia's shield against extremism and disinformation
The Rukun Negara remains highly relevant in helping Malaysia manage diversity and navigate growing challenges posed by polarisation, extremism and disinformation, says National Unity Minister Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang. BERNAMA photo
The Rukun Negara remains highly relevant in helping Malaysia manage diversity and navigate growing challenges posed by polarisation, extremism and disinformation, says National Unity Minister Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang. BERNAMA photo
Motorcyclist escorts ambulance through traffic jam, driven by guilt over friend’s father’s death
Tuan Nurhan Syafiy Tuan Nor Azham Shah, 23, won widespread praise on social media after footage of him escorting an ambulance through heavy traffic went viral recently, serving as a reminder that compassion is still very much alive in the society.
Tuan Nurhan Syafiy Tuan Nor Azham Shah, 23, won widespread praise on social media after footage of him escorting an ambulance through heavy traffic went viral recently, serving as a reminder that compassion is still very much alive in the society.
Nancy Shukri's husband passes away
The passing of Datuk Kamil Misuari was announced by the Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development (KPWKM) minister's office in a media statement.
The passing of Datuk Kamil Misuari was announced by the Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development (KPWKM) minister's office in a media statement.
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