Health

Living in the golden years

Two NUS graduates have started up a company to help seniors “maximise their independence and lead fulfilling and dignified lives”.

Keeping the pounds off

As you age, there is a decrease in muscle mass and an increase in body fat. Here’s the good news ­– you can still shed the extra pounds and we give you some ideas on how to do it.

Life does not end at 60!

Bye-bye to the myths of old age, hello to a long lifespan filled with many productive years.

Surviving colorectal cancer

There is much that Lim Siew Eng is thankful for and shares not to take good health for granted.

Date your grandparents

It is tough nowadays for kids to see their grandparents due to distance and school schedules. However, a bunch of SMU students are determined to bring them together.

Age-friendly products

Mother and daughter join forces to launch an online site selling innovative products for the active ageing population, and at the same time breaking stereotypes to bring a fresh perspective to senior products.

Kidney cancer cases increasing

This is Part 2 of Agelessonline’s story on Molly Lim and her kidney cancer. Find out more about kidney cancer.

Bouncing back

Facing kidney cancer upfront in 2010, one senior finds the strength to move on and continue being positive. This is Part 1 of a two-part story.

Celebrating World Cancer Day

The message from the Singapore Cancer Society is to go for regular cancer screening.

Getting your antioxidant fix

Now that you understand the importance of antioxidants so which foods contain them? This is Part 2 of a two-part article.

Antioxidants – the elixir of youth?

Understanding antioxidants and what it does in your body. This is Part 1 of a two-part article.

The exercise advocates

Three retirees share their thoughts on exercise and how seniors can also benefit from it.

Fire-proof your home

What you need to know to help you prevent a fire in your home.

20 proverbs on age, experience & knowledge

The founder of the Indian Proverbs Project shares some proverbs he has collected over the years.

Know your medicines – get it right!

Local survey indicates seniors not using medicines correctly. Here’s what you need to know.