Recently, there has been a sort of mini-crisis from egg shortages in several countries around the world. The price of eggs has soared in the United States, and in Taiwan, people have had to wait in line to buy eggs. All this fuss about eggs may have you wondering whether eggs are really an indispensable…
Rehabilitation Post-Hepatitis B Reduces Risk of Liver Disease Complications, but Risk of Liver Cancer Remains: Study
About 540,000 people in Hong Kong suffer from hepatitis B and the general belief among most people is that chronic hepatitis B can only be managed, not fully cured. However, the surface antigen of the hepatitis B virus (HBsAg) can be erased in some patients. These cases can be considered recovered and are technically referred to…
Enjoy the Benefits of Dark Chocolate in Moderation: Experts Warn Against Excessive Consumption
Dark chocolate with high cocoa content is a delightful food with numerous health benefits. From helping to prevent cardiovascular diseases and diabetes to enhancing cognitive function, it’s no wonder why chocolate lovers often find themselves reaching for a piece daily. However, medical experts warn that excessive consumption of dark chocolate can be risky. Dark chocolate…
China Sees Wave of Large Private Companies Broken Up, Listed on Stock Exchanges
Several large Chinese companies have recently been restructured for listing on the stock exchange, with most of them privately owned. Days after Alibaba’s restructuring was announced, Jingdong (JD.com), another Chinese e-commerce platform, announced on March 30 that its sub-companies JD Industrial and JD Production and Development will be spun off and listed on the Hong…
How Money Moves Prices
Commentary The banking crisis is there, but global inflation does not ease quickly. Breaking down the components tells clearly that the non-core components (food and energy) almost vanish while the core ones (mainly services) are still firm. This is true in most of the advanced economies, including Japan. Housing prices are generally coming down (some…
What Is Hong Kong?
Commentary After Nottingham, I was invited to speak at Solihull, one of the last places in England that presented their Hong Kong March cultural festival. Among the speakers was Timothy Bateman, an activist who helps new immigrants, including those from Hong Kong, settle and integrate into the community. He shared his observations on Hong Kong’s…
6 Major Health Benefits of Celery, 4 Types of People Should Avoid It
Celery, sometimes referred to as “kitchen medicine,” is rich in calcium, potassium, and other nutrients. Dr. Jonathan Liu, a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) professor at a Canadian public college, provides insight into consuming celery more healthily and identifies four types of people who should avoid it. Celery boasts a high nutritional value, including protein, vitamin…
With Emigration More Pet Rabbits Abandoned in Hong Kong; Some Tips for Adopting and Caring for the Fury Friends
With the Easter holidays fast approaching, especially in the Year-of-rabbit, many might consider bringing an auspicious pet bunny home. Experts from Hong Kong Rabbit Society (HKRS), the non-profit rabbit rescue group, stress that raising rabbits is a lifetime commitment. Yvonne Tong, executive director of HKRS, a group caring for forsaken rabbits since 2003, said in…
When Hair Turns Gray Prematurely, Here Are 3 Things to Do Besides Dyeing It
It’s unpleasant to see hair turn gray, but it’s especially annoying to see gray at a young age. Many choose to dye their hair, but the chemicals of the dye are likely to cause damage to the hair and sometimes do little to improve the color. Here are some ways to restore youthful and healthy…
Chinese and Western Approaches Combine to Treat Liver Cancer, 4 Ways to Prevent It
The liver is a vital organ that governs the body’s metabolism and is especially adept at clearing harmful substances. Liver cancer is a serious public health issue in the United States. Around 30,000 to 40,000 people in the United States are diagnosed with liver cancer yearly, with an annual death rate of about 30,000. Early…
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