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PRAISE-HK: New HKUST App Helps Hong Kongers Reduce Air Pollution Exposure
A new app developed by the Institute for the Environment under the Hong Kong University of Science & Technology (HKUST) has recently launched to enable the public to make more informed choices that reduce their personal exposure to!-->…
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Oxford Study: Healthy Food And Sustainable Food Are One And The Same
A newly published study conducted by researchers at the University of Oxford has found that eating healthy plant-based foods is nearly always the best dietary option for the planet. The analysis aims to help inform better individual!-->…
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Microplastic Pollution: German Study Finds Plastic Byproducts In Over 97% Of Children Tested
In a new study conducted by the German Environmental Ministry and the Robert Koch Institute, plastic byproducts were found in almost all blood and urine samples taken from children between the ages of 3 and 17. These shocking results!-->…
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5 Reasons Why All Asian Cities Should Have A Toy Library
A toy library is a place where parents and caretakers can take children to borrow educational toys, puzzles, games and materials. Children can visit to use these materials at the library, much like a playroom. The goal of a toy library is!-->…
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New Study Finds Toxic Heavy Metals In Common Baby Food Products, Especially Rice Products
A new study conducted by Healthy Babies Bright Futures has revealed that toxic heavy metals that are damaging to babies’ brain development are present in common infant foods from major manufacturers. The heavy metals found included!-->…
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Major Study Finds Exposure To Air Pollution In China Raises Risk Of Silent Miscarriages
A new study, published in the journal Nature Sustainability, has found that maternal exposure to air pollution is associated with an increased burden of fetus disease and missed or “silent” miscarriages in China. The study, conducted!-->…
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Singapore Becomes The World’s First Country To Ban Sugary Drink Adverts
Last Thursday, Singapore announced that it would become the first country to place a total ban on all sugary drink advertisements as a part of its “war on diabetes”. This ban will apply to all adverts on newspapers, online channels,!-->…
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Normalize Breastfeeding: 100+ F&B Partners Join Campaign To Empower Mothers To Nurse In Public
Normalising breastfeeding is a topic that is garnering more attention, including right here in Hong Kong. A new campaign called #Ittasteslikelove has garnered over 100 companies in the local food and beverage industry to backing the!-->…
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Alcohol-Free Drinking On The Rise As Health-Focused Millennials Drive 0% Drinks Industry
The past few years has seen a sharp rise in the number of people opting for non-alcoholic drinks. From the sober-curious to non-drinkers alike, wellness-minded millennials are giving up wine for kombucha and loving it. Far from being the!-->…
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New Childhood Obesity Atlas Shows Rising Rates In Asia, China & India To Face Health Crisis
World Obesity Day, organised by the World Obesity Federation, is observed globally on 11th October in order to raise awareness about the need for a global effort to reduce, prevent and treat obesity.
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Powered By Plants: How Many Hours Of Sleep Do You Need For Optimal Health?
In his fourth Green Queen column, Paul Sandburg goes back to the basics: why sleep matters, how much you need, why it's so key to get quality, uninterrupted sleep and what are some good sleep hygiene habits to adopt ASAP.
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Every Body’s Different: 2 Landmark Nutrition Studies Prove One-Size-Fits-All Diet Advice Is Wrong
Over the years, diet trends and wellness fads have come and gone. You might have heard a few of your friends hailing intermittent fasting as "super effective" or the ketogenic diet as the “best thing they’ve done all year” for their!-->…
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INTERVIEW: LUÜNA Naturals’ Olivia Cotes-James On Empowering Women, Better Period Care & Being Honest
We recently sat down with Olivia Cotes-James, founder and CEO of natural period care startup LUÜNA Naturals based in Hong Kong and Shanghai. The company recently launched a line of organic cotton pads and tampons, as well as reusable!-->…
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Covering Climate Now – Indonesian Fires: At Least 30 Million People Breathing Toxic Haze
In August, while social media channels were ablaze (!) with anger over the Amazonian rainforest wildfires, we reported on the fires engulfing forests right at our doorstep in Southeast Asia. These fires, predominantly located within the!-->…
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Urban Eco-Wellness Retreat elu. Spa Opens In Central Hong Kong
A new urban eco-spa, elu. Spa, has recently opened its doors in the heart of Hong Kong’s Soho district in Central. The boutique spa will serve city residents who are in need of a dose of restoration, rejuvenation and escape from the!-->…
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Hong Kong Tops List of Worst Emissions Polluters Due To Excessive Meat & Dairy Consumption
The University of Hong Kong's Department of Earth Science released a study last year revealing the significant greenhouse gas contributions that Hong Kong generates, predominantly fuelled by the city’s excessive appetite for meat. Results!-->…
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Hong Kong & China Feminine Care Startup LUÜNA Launches Organic Sanitary Product Subscription, Menstrual Cup
Hong Kong & Shanghai-based menstrual care brand LUÜNA announced the launch of their organic cotton sanitary products subscription services and menstrual cup this month. The female-led company aims to empower women in Hong Kong with!-->…
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Spanish Startup Foods For Tomorrow Launches Heura Plant-Based Chicken In Hong Kong & Singapore
In partnership with Green Monday, Barcelona-based vegan startup Foods For Tomorrow will be launching their Heura plant-based chicken products in Singapore and Hong Kong this week. Already a success in their native Spain, Heura hopes that!-->…
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Green Queen Travels: Where To Eat Vegan Food In Ho Chi Minh City
There’s a huge chance you will be stopping by Ho Chi Minh City if you’re travelling in Vietnam. Still called Saigon by some locals, the country has a never-ending stream of vegan and vegetarian options. While many travellers might use the!-->…
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Health, Wellness & Fitness Festival IRIS Returns To Central Harbourfront This Month
On the weekend of the 21st - 22nd September, Hong Kong’s largest outdoor fitness and wellness festival IRIS will return to Central Harbourfront to showcase more than 80 activities and experiences. In addition to ticketed talks, meditation!-->…
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Our Top Eco Picks At Sephora Hong Kong: Best Organic Natural Beauty Brands
Beauty mavens have been waiting for Sephora's new ifc store opening with bated breath, and it's finally open! We checked out the cosmetic giant's new flagship to suss out what brands made the Green Queen cut. Containing no toxic!-->…
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