Read more about the article The impact of telomeres on ageing and chronic diseases
The shortening of telomeres (red) are a natural ageing process, which can be influenced by genetic, lifestyle and environmental factors. — Wikimedia Commons

The impact of telomeres on ageing and chronic diseases

Similar to the plastic tips on shoelaces, telomeres are the protective caps at the ends of chromosomes, which maintain cellular health and genomic stability. Comprised of repetitive DNA (dexoyribonucleic acid)…

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Read more about the article Treat mild iron deficiency before it becomes anaemia
While animal sources are the best for iron, vegetarians can get iron from a variety of plant-based foods, including dark green, leafy vegetables. — ART CHEN/The Star

Treat mild iron deficiency before it becomes anaemia

One of the main causes of anaemia is iron deficiency. Anaemia is when you do not have enough healthy red blood cells to carry oxygen around your body. Red blood…

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Read more about the article How women can thrive as they grow older
Factors such as psychosocial, economic, social and cultural influences also play a big role in shaping the well-being of women as they age. — The Star

How women can thrive as they grow older

As women transition through the stages of ageing, their health encompasses far more than just physical conditions. It embodies emotional, social and economic aspects that collectively contribute to their overall…

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