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		<title><![CDATA[5 Easy Ways to Radiate Your Inner Glow]]></title>
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		Spring is here! And what better way to kick off a new season than to spruce up our mind, body, and soul! Our energies are in a constant flux of to-do lists, emotions and thoughts of the future, but put them aside for a few minutes each day and unwind with these 5 worry-free tips. [&#8230;]<media:description><![CDATA[]]></media:description>												
								<content:encoded><![CDATA[&#60;p&#62;&#60;span style=&#34;display: block;&#34; class=&#34;wrap-img&#34; id=&#34;wrap-img-346766&#34;&#62;&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; itemprop=&#34;thumbnailUrl&#34; class=&#34;size-medium wp-image-346766 img-responsive  aligncenter&#34; src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2019/05/swisse-ultiboost-golden-collagen-625x313.png&#34; alt=&#34;swisse-ultiboost-golden-collagen&#34; width=&#34;625&#34; height=&#34;313&#34; /&#62;&#60;/span&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Spring is here! And what better way to kick off a new season than to spruce up our mind, body, and soul! Our energies are in a constant flux of to-do lists, emotions and thoughts of the future, but put them aside for a few minutes each day and unwind with these 5 worry-free tips.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;#1: This is a simple one &#8211; Get moving!&#60;/strong&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Nothing releases endorphins better than a burst of movement. Maybe instead of an hour workout class, commit to a simple 15-minute flow to move the stagnant energy. Endorphins trigger positive feelings in the body. The feeling that follows a run or workout is often described as a &#34;runner&#039;s high,&#34; which allows one to have a more positive and energizing outlook on life. Equally rewarding is the face and body afterglow of a good sweat session!&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;#2: Laugh out loud⠀⠀&#60;/strong&#62;⠀⠀&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Laughter is a wonderful collaboration between the mind and body. Researchers theorize that humour helps to shift our perspectives, relaxes the body and protects the heart. One way to warm up to a big guffaw is by smiling more throughout the day. Smile as you step into a crowded bus, when you open the refrigerator, or when you take the first sip of your favourite beverage. On top of that, give yourself permission to be silly. When you can laugh at yourself or try something new, the initial attempts will be awkwardly funny and very likely to result in a lot of laughs.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;#3: Load up on collagen&#60;/strong&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;We all know that hydration is key to healthy, supple skin but who says that you have to only drink plain water! &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.swisse.com.sg/product/swisse-ultiboost-golden-collagen-blood-orange-liquid/?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34; target=&#34;_blank&#34; rel=&#34;noopener noreferrer&#34;&#62;Swisse Ultiboost Golden Collagen Blood Orange Liquid&#60;/a&#62; contains clinically proven hydrolysed collagen which has shown to reduce the appearance of wrinkles in as little as 4 weeks*. What you may not know is that &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.swisse.com.sg/product/swisse-ultiboost-golden-collagen-blood-orange-liquid/?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34; target=&#34;_blank&#34; rel=&#34;noopener noreferrer&#34;&#62;Golden Collagen Liquid&#60;/a&#62;&#8217;s key ingredient is blood oranges from Sicily, an island from Italy. These exotic ruby red oranges are particularly known for being a potent source of antioxidants such as &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.swisse.com.sg/the-science-of-swisse/?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34; target=&#34;_blank&#34; rel=&#34;noopener noreferrer&#34;&#62;vitamin C&#60;/a&#62; and &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.swisse.com.sg/the-science-of-swisse/?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34; target=&#34;_blank&#34; rel=&#34;noopener noreferrer&#34;&#62;anthocyanin&#60;/a&#62;. Although &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.swisse.com.sg/product/swisse-ultiboost-golden-collagen-blood-orange-liquid/?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34; target=&#34;_blank&#34; rel=&#34;noopener noreferrer&#34;&#62;Golden Collagen Liquid&#60;/a&#62; is touted as an elixir to improving skin elasticity, its main reason for its popularity is taste. So why not get your gut glowing with health too with a range of yummy collagen-infused drinks that are easy to make? With recipes stretching from fresh turmeric and ginger collagen shots, to the indulgent vanilla bean sweet cream collagen iced coffee, and the tropical-themed Pina Colada smoothie, all you need is imagination and a premium bottle of &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.swisse.com.sg/product/swisse-ultiboost-golden-collagen-blood-orange-liquid/?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34; target=&#34;_blank&#34; rel=&#34;noopener noreferrer&#34;&#62;Swisse Ultiboost Golden Collagen Blood Orange Liquid&#60;/a&#62;!&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;span style=&#34;display: block;&#34; class=&#34;wrap-img&#34; id=&#34;wrap-img-346780&#34;&#62;&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; class=&#34;size-medium wp-image-346780 img-responsive  aligncenter&#34; src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2019/05/swisse-ultiboost-golden-liquid-collagen-carton-v2-625x182.png&#34; alt=&#34;swisse ultiboost golden liquid collagen carton &#34; width=&#34;625&#34; height=&#34;182&#34; /&#62;&#60;/span&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;#4: Make delicious DIY facials&#60;/strong&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Facials are a must-do before a big event or even just on a quiet night in (while binge-watching Game of Thrones and drinking collagen shots!). When you want your skin on maximum glow, make time for a healthy DIY turmeric face mask consisting of all natural ingredients that exfoliate, hydrate and cleanse at the same time. Mix 1 tbsp of Greek yogurt (yogurt has natural AHAs from lactic acid but it also hydrates and nourishes your skin) with 1 tsp of turmeric, 1 tsp of lemon and 1/2 tsp of honey. You can also substitute yogurt with milk or simply add extra honey &#8211; your skin and stomach cannot thank you enough!&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;#5: Practise mindfulness&#60;/strong&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;If your life feels crammed with work and home chores, it can be hard to remember the last time you glowed with happiness. Take frequent pauses and deep breaths throughout the day for your body to reset and stay calm. See if you can slow it down. Calming activities like meditation and yoga can help you step back from the constant barrage of thoughts or if you have a more sensitive soul, keep a gratitude journal or write thank-you notes to remind yourself not to sweat the small stuff. Mindfulness works best when you set aside time to practice each day.&#60;/p&#62;   &#60;h6&#62; &#60;span&#62;&#60;em&#62;*Refers to the raw material used. Based on 2 test results on 46 and 57 healthy females (1.&#8220;Oral Supplementation of Specific Collagen Peptides Has Beneficial Effects on Human Skin Physiology: A Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study&#8221; &#8211; by Proksch E., Segger D., Degwert J., Schunck M., Zague V., Oesser S. Skin Pharmacol Physiology, August 2013 and 2. &#8220;Oral Intake of Specific Bioactive Collagen Peptides Reduces Skin Wrinkles and Increases Dermal Matrix Synthesis&#8221; by Proksch E., Schunck M., Zague V., Segger D., Degwert J., Oesser S. Skin Pharmacol Physiology, December 2013, respectively). 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		<title><![CDATA[5 Gyms in Singapore with a nightlife vibe so fun you'll forget you're working out]]></title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 18 Jul 2018 08:31:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Kanako Sugawara]]></dc:creator>
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		All the gains without the pain - these are 5 gyms in Singapore perfect for those who want to workout and still have fun. <media:description><![CDATA[]]></media:description>												
								<content:encoded><![CDATA[&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; itemprop=&#34;thumbnailUrl&#34; width=&#34;750&#34; height=&#34;410&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; src=&#34;/rw-placeholder/750/410/image.svg&#34; data-src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2018/07/20121238_471946159824407_8851698239569023479_o-750x410.jpg&#34; class=&#34;lazy-load attachment-rw_large size-rw_large zoom-it wp-post-image&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; /&#62;&#60;noscript&#62;&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; width=&#34;750&#34; height=&#34;410&#34; src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2018/07/20121238_471946159824407_8851698239569023479_o-750x410.jpg&#34; class=&#34;attachment-rw_large size-rw_large zoom-it wp-post-image&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; /&#62;&#60;/noscript&#62;  &#60;p&#62;It always seems like we burn so many calories after a night out - but we never feel it because we&#8217;re distracted by all the fun we&#8217;re having. If only gymming was half as fun as just dancing your heart out in the middle of the &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/culture/entertainment/music/ce-la-vi-vying-for-a-spot-in-djmags-top-100-clubs-list-145984.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;club&#60;/a&#62;, right? &#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Well, we have good news. We&#039;ve scoured the island for gyms have got your back (and arms and thighs and butt), because they combine the music and vibes of our favourite clubs for a&#160;&#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/health/healthy-practices/wellbeing-tips/sweating-benefits-256998.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown#item=1&#34;&#62;rather fun gymming experience&#60;/a&#62;. &#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;From high-energy &#8220;trampoline bootcamps&#8221; that blast electronic dance music (EDM), to places where you can attack a water-filled punching bag in a mysteriously dimly-lit space, check out our list of 5 gyms that where you can relive your best nightlife and make you forget that you&#8217;re even exercising. &#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;em&#62;Kanako Sugawara&#60;/em&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;h2&#62; &#60;span&#62;READ MORE:&#60;/span&#62; &#60;/h2&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/health/healthy-practices/physical-exercise/running-routes-singapore-266356.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown#item=1&#34;&#62;10 Scenic running routes in Singapore that won&#8217;t bore fitness enthusiasts&#60;/a&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/health/healthy-practices/physical-exercise/7-female-only-gyms-and-studios-in-singapore-we-love-309931.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown#item=1&#34;&#62;7 Female-only gyms in Singapore you&#8217;d wish you sign up for sooner&#60;/a&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/health/healthy-practices/physical-exercise/gym-kuala-lumpur-24-hours-258481.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown#item=1&#34;&#62;All-Day Workout: 5 Gyms in and around Kuala Lumpur that open 24/7&#60;/a&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;div class=&#34;sharer_below_title&#34;&#62; &#60;div id=&#34;share_1&#34; class=&#34;share-buttons sharer-0&#34;&#62; &#60;div class=&#34;social blockShare_horizontal networks-8&#34;&#62;&#60;/div&#62; &#60;/div&#62; &#60;/div&#62; &#60;meta name=&#34;original-source&#34; content=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/health/healthy-practices/physical-exercise/5-gyms-will-let-exercise-enjoying-nightlife-vibes-321418.html&#34; /&#62;&#60;meta name=&#34;syndication-source&#34; content=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/health/healthy-practices/physical-exercise/5-gyms-will-let-exercise-enjoying-nightlife-vibes-321418.html&#34; /&#62;&#60;meta name=&#34;robots&#34; content=&#34;noindex, follow&#34; /&#62;]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[Athleisure Reinvented: Sloggi's new gym wear collection is inspired by types of movement]]></title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 08 Jul 2018 06:26:49 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Kanako Sugawara]]></dc:creator>
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		A peek at Sloggi's new athleisure line!<media:description><![CDATA[]]></media:description>												
								<content:encoded><![CDATA[ &#60;p&#62;Sloggi is going to help you &#8220;slog&#8221; through your exercise routine and let you rediscover the joy of working out with their new mOve &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/serial-shopper/shopping-guide/athleisure-220750.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown#item=1&#34;&#62;athleisure&#60;/a&#62; bodywear collection! &#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Sloggi has always been a brand that is big on comfort, but this new line, mOve, has a very unique characteristic--the clothes are based on types of movement and not specific exercises. With three unique lines designed for different types of movements, this line is perfect for those of us who participate in several different athletic activities on the daily.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;span style=&#34;display: block;&#34; class=&#34;wrap-img&#34; id=&#34;wrap-img-319304&#34;&#62;&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; itemprop=&#34;thumbnailUrl&#34; class=&#34;alignnone wp-image-319304 img-responsive  size-large&#34; src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2018/07/2018-5-sloggi_gym-6976-683x1024.jpg&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; width=&#34;683&#34; height=&#34;1024&#34; /&#62;&#60;/span&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;h2&#62; &#60;span&#62;&#60;strong&#62;FLOW &#60;/strong&#62;&#60;/span&#62; &#60;/h2&#62; &#60;p&#62;FLOW is perfect for everyday wear to the neighbourhood convenience store, or on days when you&#8217;re moving slowly or stretching. FLOW has moisture wicking and odour preventing fabric, as well as innovative BIO HeatSol technology which helps to maintain body temperature as you move. It also retains body heat and aids in &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/health/healthy-practices/physical-exercise/yoga-pants-bad-for-health-278397.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown#item=1&#34;&#62;blood circulation&#60;/a&#62;, so you won&#039;t feel icky even on those days when the endorphins from exercising aren&#039;t enough to keep your spirits up!&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;Perfect for:&#60;/strong&#62; Pilates, Tai Chi, hiking, and &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/health/healthy-practices/physical-exercise/quirkiest-yoga-styles-singapore-283498.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown#item=1&#34;&#62;yoga&#60;/a&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;h2&#62; &#60;span&#62;&#60;strong&#62;FLEX&#60;/strong&#62;&#60;/span&#62; &#60;/h2&#62; &#60;p&#62;FLEX is for you ladies who want to do a little more high-intensity training, as FLEX (true to its name), allows for flexibility and freedom of movement without friction or chafing. 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		<title><![CDATA[6 New innovative fitness studios that are gaining buzz in Asia]]></title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Jul 2018 08:51:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Kanako Sugawara]]></dc:creator>
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		One thing's for sure: these are not your average fitness studios. <media:description><![CDATA[]]></media:description>												
								<content:encoded><![CDATA[&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; itemprop=&#34;thumbnailUrl&#34; width=&#34;750&#34; height=&#34;410&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; src=&#34;/rw-placeholder/750/410/image.svg&#34; data-src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2018/07/33653430_1958843677490783_4884452012642533376_o-750x410.jpg&#34; class=&#34;lazy-load attachment-rw_large size-rw_large zoom-it wp-post-image&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; /&#62;&#60;noscript&#62;&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; width=&#34;750&#34; height=&#34;410&#34; src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2018/07/33653430_1958843677490783_4884452012642533376_o-750x410.jpg&#34; class=&#34;attachment-rw_large size-rw_large zoom-it wp-post-image&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; /&#62;&#60;/noscript&#62;  &#60;p&#62;Tired of going to the same stale-sweat smelling gym over and over again? Looking to try a new exercise routine that will pull you from that recent &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/health/healthy-practices/7-stylish-fitness-tech-accessories-great-women-297281.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown#item=1&#34;&#62;fitness plateau&#60;/a&#62; you&#8217;ve been having? &#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;If yes, head on over to the &#60;strong&#62;Liquid Cage in Malaysia&#60;/strong&#62; to box with water-filled punching bags, or go &#60;strong&#62;&#8220;dry surfing&#8221; at Surfset in Thailand&#60;/strong&#62; to try something completely out of the box and to get out of that fitness funk you&#8217;ve been having. &#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Check out our list of &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/health/healthy-practices/physical-exercise/crawling-next-fitness-trend-218942.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;new and innovative fitness trends&#60;/a&#62; that are currently sweeping Asia&#8217;s fitness culture! P.S. To say they&#039;re not your conventional gym is an understatement.&#160;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;em&#62;Kanako Sugawara&#60;/em&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;h2&#62; &#60;span&#62;READ MORE:&#60;/span&#62; &#60;/h2&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/health/healthy-practices/physical-exercise/crawling-next-fitness-trend-218942.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;&#8216;Crawling&#8217;: The next big fitness and core workout trend?&#60;/a&#62;&#60;br /&#62; &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/health/healthy-practices/female-fitness-youtube-accounts-following-68557.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown#item=1&#34;&#62;Female Fitness: YouTube workout accounts you should follow&#60;/a&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/health/healthy-practices/physical-exercise/barre-classes-reasons-255927.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown#item=1&#34;&#62;5 Reasons why barre classes can help you achieve your fitness goals&#60;/a&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;meta name=&#34;original-source&#34; content=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/health/healthy-practices/physical-exercise/bungee-fitness-anyone-7-new-innovative-fitness-trends-gaining-buzz-asia-319097.html&#34; /&#62;&#60;meta name=&#34;syndication-source&#34; content=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/health/healthy-practices/physical-exercise/bungee-fitness-anyone-7-new-innovative-fitness-trends-gaining-buzz-asia-319097.html&#34; /&#62;&#60;meta name=&#34;robots&#34; content=&#34;noindex, follow&#34; /&#62;]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[Beat the Heat: 6 Foods to avoid in Singapore’s scorching weather]]></title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 22 Jun 2018 02:27:21 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Kanako Sugawara]]></dc:creator>
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		Hint: you might have to give up your booze and beef!<media:description><![CDATA[]]></media:description>												
								<content:encoded><![CDATA[&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; itemprop=&#34;thumbnailUrl&#34; width=&#34;750&#34; height=&#34;410&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; src=&#34;/rw-placeholder/750/410/image.svg&#34; data-src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2018/06/donuts5-750x410.jpg&#34; class=&#34;lazy-load attachment-rw_large size-rw_large zoom-it wp-post-image&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; /&#62;&#60;noscript&#62;&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; width=&#34;750&#34; height=&#34;410&#34; src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2018/06/donuts5-750x410.jpg&#34; class=&#34;attachment-rw_large size-rw_large zoom-it wp-post-image&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; /&#62;&#60;/noscript&#62;  &#60;p&#62;&#8220;Summer&#8221; (or just hotter days) are officially upon us here in Singapore, and now more than ever we need to take care of our bodies so that we can beat the heat! 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		<pubDate>Thu, 31 May 2018 10:40:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Shona Menon]]></dc:creator>
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		Between period cramps and ovulation aches - us women don't ever get a break, do we?<media:description><![CDATA[]]></media:description>												
								<content:encoded><![CDATA[&#60;p&#62;&#60;span style=&#34;display: block;&#34; class=&#34;wrap-img&#34; id=&#34;wrap-img-314716&#34;&#62;&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; itemprop=&#34;thumbnailUrl&#34; class=&#34;alignnone wp-image-314716 img-responsive  size-full&#34; src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2018/05/ovulationcramps.jpg&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; width=&#34;2121&#34; height=&#34;1414&#34; /&#62;&#60;/span&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;We&#8217;re sure all females (except for a few lucky ones) are familiar with the dreadful cramps we get during that time of the month. The dull ache makes us lethargic and, in severe cases, can even cause nausea and dizzy spells.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Yes, us women go through a lot every month but it&#8217;s never rainbows and butterflies when it comes to our menstrual cycle. And with ovulation pains haunting us as well, we just can&#8217;t seem to get a break, can we?&#60;/p&#62; &#60;h2&#62; &#60;span&#62;Firstly, what is ovulation pain?&#60;/span&#62; &#60;/h2&#62; &#60;p&#62;If you&#8217;re fortunate enough to not experience ovulation pains and have no idea what they are, it refers to &#60;strong&#62;the cramping ache some women feel mid-way through their menstrual cycle, &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/health/medical-news/time-month-dont-shop-ovulating-76060.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;around the time of ovulation.&#60;/a&#62;&#60;/strong&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;It pretty much feels like period cramps but the pain is usually focused on one side of your abdomen. You may feel bloated and in some cases, you could even experience vaginal bleeding.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Unfortunately, experts have yet to figure out why ovulation pain occurs but there are a couple of theories. A possible explanation could be because of a fluid that is released when a follicle ruptures as an egg is expelled. Another theory is that the egg itself could also cause aches when it exits the ovary.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;h2&#62; &#60;span&#62;Is it normal?&#60;/span&#62; &#60;/h2&#62; &#60;p&#62;Don&#8217;t fret &#8212; ovulation pains are completely normal. Up to 50% of women will experience them at least once in their life and about 20% get them every month. The pain is usually pretty mild and should only last a couple of hours to a few days. Just like your &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/health/natural-healing/instant-relief-10-natural-foods-ease-menstrual-cramps-111147.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34; target=&#34;_blank&#34; rel=&#34;noopener&#34;&#62;period cramps&#60;/a&#62;, they can be treated with over-the-counter painkillers and heating pads.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;h2&#62; &#60;span&#62;When to call your doctor&#60;/span&#62; &#60;/h2&#62; &#60;p&#62;In general, ovulation pain should not get in the way of your day-to-day life but if you do experience severe pain that lasts for more than two days, it&#8217;s time to &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/health/healthy-practices/wellbeing-tips/pap-smear-266675.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;call up your gynecologist.&#60;/a&#62; Pelvic pain could be a symptom of other serious disorders like &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/health/medical-news/10-things-to-know-endometriosis-83749.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34; target=&#34;_blank&#34; rel=&#34;noopener&#34;&#62;endometriosis&#60;/a&#62; or an ovarian cyst.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;em&#62;Shona Menon&#160;&#60;/em&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;em&#62;Photo: Getty Images&#60;/em&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;h2&#62; &#60;span&#62;READ MORE:&#60;/span&#62; &#60;/h2&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/health/healthy-practices/wellbeing-tips/signs-your-period-is-healthy-306986.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown#item=1&#34; target=&#34;_blank&#34; rel=&#34;noopener&#34;&#62;5 Signs your period flow is actually healthy&#60;/a&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/health/natural-healing/alternative-medicine/acupuncture-how-traditional-chinese-medicine-can-help-boost-fertility-308000.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34; target=&#34;_blank&#34; rel=&#34;noopener&#34;&#62;Fertility Talk: Can acupuncture boost your chances of pregnancy?&#60;/a&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/health/healthy-practices/wellbeing-tips/going-unda-how-your-vagina-changes-in-your-30s-and-what-to-do-about-it-303259.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown#item=1&#34; target=&#34;_blank&#34; rel=&#34;noopener&#34;&#62;Going Unda&#039;: How your vagina changes in your 30s (and what to do about it!)&#60;/a&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;meta name=&#34;original-source&#34; content=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/health/healthy-practices/wellbeing-tips/ovulation-pain-everything-need-know-314668.html&#34; /&#62;&#60;meta name=&#34;syndication-source&#34; content=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/health/healthy-practices/wellbeing-tips/ovulation-pain-everything-need-know-314668.html&#34; /&#62;&#60;meta name=&#34;robots&#34; content=&#34;noindex, follow&#34; /&#62;]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[Bath Bombs: Are they actually safe for your lady parts?]]></title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 27 May 2018 04:00:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Shona Menon]]></dc:creator>
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		Unfortunately, our lady parts don't love bath bombs as much as we do.<media:description><![CDATA[]]></media:description>												
								<content:encoded><![CDATA[&#60;p&#62;&#60;span style=&#34;display: block;&#34; class=&#34;wrap-img&#34; id=&#34;wrap-img-313941&#34;&#62;&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; itemprop=&#34;thumbnailUrl&#34; class=&#34;alignleft wp-image-313941 img-responsive  size-large&#34; src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2018/05/gettyimages-802472124-1024x683.jpg&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; width=&#34;1024&#34; height=&#34;683&#34; /&#62;&#60;/span&#62;&#60;/p&#62;                   &#60;p&#62;We&#8217;re all about self-care and treating ourselves to pamper sessions in our own homes. After a stressful day at work, soaking in a warm bath, applying a &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/beauty/beauty-buys/skincare/best-sheet-masks-skin-type-singapore-218707.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34; target=&#34;_blank&#34; rel=&#34;noopener&#34;&#62;face mask&#60;/a&#62; and sipping on a glass of wine is the perfect way to unwind and relax, after all! And since the creation of bath bombs, bath time has never been the same again.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;This cylindrical burst of magic is definitely a sight to see when it hits the water. From its psychedelic colours to its heavenly scent &#8211; we just can&#8217;t get enough of this bath miracle. But we may have to burst this bubble because our lady parts aren&#8217;t getting on the hype.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;h2&#62; &#60;span&#62;WHY ARE BATH BOMBS BAD FOR YOUR VAGINA?&#60;/span&#62; &#60;/h2&#62; &#60;p&#62;We may get overly excited about the colours and the smells of our bath bombs - but that&#8217;s exactly what&#8217;s wrecking havoc upon our vaginas. &#60;strong&#62;Bath bombs are made with lots of dyes and perfumes, which mess with the pH levels of our intimates.&#60;/strong&#62; Our &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/health/healthy-practices/wellbeing-tips/pap-smear-266675.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34; target=&#34;_blank&#34; rel=&#34;noopener&#34;&#62;vaginas&#60;/a&#62; are delicate and should never be washed with any scented products.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;The perfumes can also mess with the good bacteria in your lady parts, which can lead to infections and inflammation. If you&#8217;re prone to yeast infections, we suggest you stay away from bath bombs altogether.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;h2&#62; &#60;span&#62;DOES THAT MEAN NO MORE SCENTED BATHS?&#60;/span&#62; &#60;/h2&#62; &#60;p&#62;The good news is that not all ladies are sensitive to perfumes! But if irritation does occur down under after a bath, make an appointment with your gynaecologist immediately. It&#8217;s okay to treat yourself to a bath once a week. but don&#8217;t stay in for too long!&#60;strong&#62; Prolonged baths can cause UTIs from the bacteria and dyes floating in your tub.&#60;/strong&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;To keep your intimates happy, shower after using a bath bomb. Rinse off any residue and remember not to use any scented soaps on your lady parts. Lastly, please stay away from glitter bath bombs. Your vagina will thank you.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;em&#62;Shona Menon&#60;/em&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;em&#62;Photo: Getty Images&#60;/em&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;h2&#62; &#60;span&#62;READ MORE:&#60;/span&#62; &#60;/h2&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/health/natural-healing/alternative-medicine/is-it-safe-to-use-coconut-oil-on-your-vagina-307627.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34; target=&#34;_blank&#34; rel=&#34;noopener&#34;&#62;If You&#039;re Wondering: Is it safe to use coconut oil on your vagina?&#60;/a&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/health/healthy-practices/wellbeing-tips/going-unda-how-your-vagina-changes-in-your-30s-and-what-to-do-about-it-303259.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown#item=1&#34; target=&#34;_blank&#34; rel=&#34;noopener&#34;&#62;Going Unda&#039;: How your vagina changes in your 30s (and what to do about it!)&#60;/a&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/health/healthy-practices/wellbeing-tips/guide-alternative-organic-tampons-288983.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown#item=1&#34; target=&#34;_blank&#34; rel=&#34;noopener&#34;&#62;Switch It Out: 6 Organic tampon alternatives you can find in Singapore&#60;/a&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;meta name=&#34;original-source&#34; content=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/health/healthy-practices/vagina-care-bath-bombs-bad-313940.html&#34; /&#62;&#60;meta name=&#34;syndication-source&#34; content=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/health/healthy-practices/vagina-care-bath-bombs-bad-313940.html&#34; /&#62;&#60;meta name=&#34;robots&#34; content=&#34;noindex, follow&#34; /&#62;]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[What is Sexual Wellness? Interview with Erin Chen, co-founder of SPARK Fest, Asia’s 1st sexual wellness festival]]></title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 16 May 2018 06:05:29 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sarah Khan]]></dc:creator>
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		Sexual wellness: what is it? Erin Chen, co-founder of SPARK Fest Asia, demystifies the idea and why it's important to our well-being. <media:description><![CDATA[]]></media:description>												
								<content:encoded><![CDATA[ &#60;p&#62;&#60;span style=&#34;display: block;&#34; class=&#34;wrap-img&#34; id=&#34;wrap-img-312360&#34;&#62;&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; itemprop=&#34;thumbnailUrl&#34; class=&#34;alignnone wp-image-312360 img-responsive  size-large&#34; src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2018/05/sexualwellness3-1024x686.jpg&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; width=&#34;1024&#34; height=&#34;686&#34; /&#62;&#60;/span&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;What is sexual wellness?&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;If you&#8217;re not entirely sure, you&#8217;re probably not alone. It&#8217;s a concept that has yet to nestle into our mainstream consciousness and collective understanding &#8211; especially more so here n Asia.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;It&#8217;s precisely this reason that drove TEDx speaker Erin Chen to launch SPARK Fest, Asia&#8217;s 1&#60;sup&#62;st&#60;/sup&#62; sexual wellness festival. Co-founded with fellow founder&#160;Sinnead Lee, its entire premise is simple: to shine a light on what sexual wellness means, and how individuals can embrace it in a way that boosts their overall health and happiness.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;The festival, held this weekend at co-working space The Hive, intends to spark healthy new conversations about sex, intimacy and love through a curated series of inspirational and informative talks, edutainment, art, and even a sex-tech panel.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;h2&#62; &#60;span&#62;&#60;strong&#62;So, What Exactly is Sexual Wellness? &#60;/strong&#62;&#60;/span&#62; &#60;/h2&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#8220;First, I want to emphasise that sex isn&#8217;t just intercourse or masturbation,&#8221; Erin shares. &#8220;It&#039;s related to our overall wellness, the quality of our relationships, how we feel in our skin, how connected we are with our sexuality &#8211; it is related to our emotional, physical and relational well-being.&#8221;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Over the course of her work in private practice as a sex &#38;amp; relationship counsellor, it became apparent to her that there was a genuine need for people to have better access to understanding and exploring sexual wellness &#8211; something her co-founder Sinnead Ali also attests to.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;While there are similar events around (e.g. expos or conferences that approach sexuality from a product or medical perspective), she believed there was a gap in the market for a space that makes sexuality what it is: &#34;fun and normal!&#34;.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Which is true. SPARK Fest will be the first multidisciplinary platform that brings together a holistic range of professionals, media personalities, and change-makers in sexual wellness.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;The programme lineup is fascinating: it&#039;s teeming with talks that discuss everything from demystifying the female orgasm (&#34;Breaking Down The Mystery of Female Orgasms&#34;), discussing the evolution of the modern man (&#34;A Look at The Evolution of the Modern Man&#34;), weighing out cheating and monogamy in relationships, and so much more.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;h2&#62; &#60;span&#62;&#60;strong&#62;&#34;Paying attention to our sexual wellness doesn&#039;t mean you have to talk about sex... or that you must have sex. It is that people understand what sexual wellness is and (its) relationship to your overall happiness and health.&#34;&#60;/strong&#62;&#60;/span&#62; &#60;/h2&#62; &#60;p&#62;And no, making sexual wellness a priority is not the same as being promiscuous, nor sexually active. To both Erin and Sinnead, the festival is &#34;not about telling people how sex should be or not be.&#34; Nor does it mean you absolutely have to talk about sex or must have sex, Erin stresses.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Instead, it&#039;s about creating a space for them to &#34;get accurate, diverse perspectives so that they can choose what will empower their own sexual wellness journeys.&#34; Everyone&#039;s understanding of their own sexuality is unique. &#34;Not everyone feels sexual - some people are asexual. And so it&#039;s not so much that it is important for people to have sex, it is that people understand what sexual wellness is... and (its relation) to their overall happiness.&#60;/p&#62;  &#60;h2&#62; &#60;span&#62;&#60;strong&#62;&#8220;The challenge has been to educate and create awareness on how it can be different from the way we are used to seeing sex portrayed in the media or porn.&#8221;&#60;/strong&#62;&#60;/span&#62; &#60;/h2&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;span style=&#34;display: block;&#34; class=&#34;wrap-img&#34; id=&#34;wrap-img-312375&#34;&#62;&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; class=&#34;alignnone wp-image-312375 img-responsive  size-large&#34; src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2018/05/sexualwellnesssparkfest-1024x576.jpg&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; width=&#34;1024&#34; height=&#34;576&#34; /&#62;&#60;/span&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;She acknowledges that viewing sexual wellness as part of overall wellness is a very new concept &#8211; much like how mindfulness was once upon a time a foreign idea to most.&#160;Because it&#8217;s so intrinsic to us as humans, it is important to be able to develop and engage in healthy conversations about it.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Needless to say, there are many myths, misconceptions, and unnecessary shame associated with sex, fed by&#160; portrayals through media platforms like movies, adult films, pornography, and more. This has in part contributed to inaccurate, or unhealthy, understanding of sex and our own sexuality.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;This unhealthy and unwarranted negative associations of sex are harmful to relationships, overall well-being, and general quality of life, according to Erin. &#8220;The challenge has been to educate and create awareness on how it can be different from the way we are used to seeing sex portrayed in the media or porn.&#8221;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Ultimately, their vision has more to do with the long-term, bigger picture: for their children, and for future generations. &#8220;We are doing this for our future children. For them to grow up in a world where sex is not shrouded with shame and embarrassment, and where they feel free to make informed choices that give them fulfilling sexual experiences and relationships &#8211; however that looks like.&#8221;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;em&#62;SPARK Fest Asia, sponsored by STRIP - Ministry of Waxing, will be happening between May 18 to May 20 at The Hive, Lavender. For more information on their schedule, visit &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.sparkfest.asia?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;their official website. &#60;/a&#62;&#60;/em&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;em&#62;Check out #BreakTheWall, their 5-part video series on Facebook &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.facebook.com/sparkfestasia/videos/1961181277544958/?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;here&#60;/a&#62;.&#160;&#60;/em&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;em&#62;Sarah Khan&#60;/em&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;em&#62;Photo: Getty Images (Header) &#38;amp; SPARK Fest Asia&#160;&#60;/em&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;h2&#62; &#60;span&#62;Read More:&#60;/span&#62; &#60;/h2&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/lifelove/coaching-lifelove/relationship-advice/right-vibes-how-your-bedroom-decor-could-be-affecting-your-marital-sex-life-299297.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;Right Vibes: How your bedroom decor could be affecting your sex life&#60;/a&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/career-advice/expert-advice-career-advice/handle-sexual-harassment-office-281623.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;Make A Stand: How to handle sexual harassment in the workplace&#60;/a&#62;&#60;/p&#62;   &#60;meta name=&#34;original-source&#34; content=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/health/healthy-practices/wellbeing-tips/interview-erin-co-founder-spark-fest-asias-1st-sexual-wellness-festival-312344.html&#34; /&#62;&#60;meta name=&#34;syndication-source&#34; content=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/health/healthy-practices/wellbeing-tips/interview-erin-co-founder-spark-fest-asias-1st-sexual-wellness-festival-312344.html&#34; /&#62;&#60;meta name=&#34;robots&#34; content=&#34;noindex, follow&#34; /&#62;]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[7 Female-only gyms in Singapore you'd wish you sign up for sooner]]></title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 24 Apr 2018 08:23:48 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sarah Khan]]></dc:creator>
						<category><![CDATA[Galerie]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Physical exercise]]></category>
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		And no - these aren't just your usual zumba, pilates or yoga studios. <media:description><![CDATA[]]></media:description>												
								<content:encoded><![CDATA[&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; itemprop=&#34;thumbnailUrl&#34; width=&#34;750&#34; height=&#34;410&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; src=&#34;/rw-placeholder/750/410/image.svg&#34; data-src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2018/04/bruce-mars-558664-unsplash-750x410.jpg&#34; class=&#34;lazy-load attachment-rw_large size-rw_large zoom-it wp-post-image&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; /&#62;&#60;noscript&#62;&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; width=&#34;750&#34; height=&#34;410&#34; src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2018/04/bruce-mars-558664-unsplash-750x410.jpg&#34; class=&#34;attachment-rw_large size-rw_large zoom-it wp-post-image&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; /&#62;&#60;/noscript&#62;  &#60;p&#62;Let&#039;s face it: &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/health/healthy-practices/physical-exercise/dusk-till-dawn-24-hour-gyms-night-owl-fitness-buffs-139754.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;the gym&#60;/a&#62; has become the urban dweller&#039;s new stomping ground.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;And yes, while a sweep&#160;of most gyms in Singapore will have you realise that it&#039;s mostly men grunting away on the machines, you can&#039;t deny that the demand for &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/health/healthy-practices/physical-exercise/stylish-yoga-studios-singapore-267446.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;workout classes and fitness spaces for women&#60;/a&#62; is growing.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Just last year, &#60;strong&#62;Encore Fitness&#60;/strong&#62;, the first female-only &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/health/healthy-practices/physical-exercise/kickboxing-sg-268862.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;Muay Thai gym&#60;/a&#62;, opened its doors - proving that &#039;traditionally female workout forms&#039; like &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/health/healthy-practices/physical-exercise/affordable-yoga-places-in-singapore-197736.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;yoga&#60;/a&#62; and pilates aren&#039;t the only fitness us ladies dabble into.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;It&#039;s true that working out in a female-only environment can feel a lot more comfortable for a vast majority of women. 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		<title><![CDATA[4 Tips to beat the dreaded 'Jet Bloat' on flights]]></title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Apr 2018 11:00:28 +0000</pubDate>
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		If you've always dreaded flying purely because of how uncomfortably bloated you feel after a flight, you're not alone. <media:description><![CDATA[]]></media:description>												
								<content:encoded><![CDATA[&#60;p&#62;&#60;span style=&#34;display: block;&#34; class=&#34;wrap-img&#34; id=&#34;wrap-img-308950&#34;&#62;&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; itemprop=&#34;thumbnailUrl&#34; class=&#34;alignnone wp-image-308950 img-responsive  size-large&#34; src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2018/04/gettyimages-168725897-1024x683.jpg&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; width=&#34;1024&#34; height=&#34;683&#34; /&#62;&#60;/span&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;If you&#039;ve ever stepped off a flight&#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/health/healthy-practices/deflating-bloat-eat-avoid-youre-trying-beat-belly-bloat-138881.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62; feeling oddly bloated,&#60;/a&#62; you&#039;re not alone. (And no - it&#039;s not that slightly dubious airplane breakfast you&#039;ve just wolfed down hours before).&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Called &#039;jet bloat&#039;, there is a science behind that discomfiting bloat you feel during or after a flight: apparently, as the air pressure increases so does the air in your stomach. In fact, as Peter Hackett, MD, explains to &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.cntraveler.com/stories/2016-03-30/how-to-avoid-feeling-bloated-on-planes?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;&#60;em&#62;Conde Nast Traveler&#60;/em&#62;&#60;/a&#62;, &#34;gas in the intestines will expand about 30% with a cabin altitude of 7000 feet&#34;. Who knew?&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;And that&#039;s not all; flying can wreak havoc on your body in other ways. Your irregular eating patterns and habits, &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/health/medical-news/placebo-sleep-how-tricking-your-brain-that-youve-slept-well-can-help-you-focus-better-308646.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;sleep schedule&#60;/a&#62; all affect your digestion, which leads to constipation. On top of the jet bloat you&#039;re already wrestling with, it&#039;s therefore unsurprising how uncomfortable long-haul flights can feel &#60;em&#62;down south.&#60;/em&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Which is why keeping things in check from within is key - so if you want to pick up a few tips to beat the jet bloat, read on below!&#60;/p&#62; &#60;h2&#62; &#60;span&#62;HOW TO BEAT THE (JET) BLOAT&#60;/span&#62; &#60;/h2&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;&#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/health/medical-news/new-study-discovers-drinking-a-soda-a-day-can-lower-your-fertility-by-33-300814.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;Avoid carbonated drinks&#60;/a&#62; and fried foods.&#60;/strong&#62; That fatty meal and soda might sound tempting mid-flight, but flying can exert stress on your digestive system. Play it safe with non-carbonated drinks and healthier food options - trust us when we say it helps with the bloat.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;&#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/health/on-my-plate/healthy-eating/great-gut-health-10-probiotic-rich-foods-add-shopping-list-296552.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;Probiotics&#60;/a&#62;. &#60;/strong&#62;Soon-to-be-Duchess &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/beauty/get-the-look/celeb-inspiration/meghan-markle-beauty-secrets-289505.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;Meghan Markle&#60;/a&#62; swears by this tip on her now-defunct lifestyle blog &#60;em&#62;The Tig&#60;/em&#62;. She advises taking a high-strain probiotic and drinking tons of water along with it &#34;like you&#039;re dying of thirst&#34;, in her own words. Besides easing the bloat, this handy tip keeps your gut health in check and eliminates jet lag. Pretty neat stuff.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;Walk around every few hours&#60;/strong&#62;. Walking around every now and then not only helps in easing your intense bloating, it also relieves any soreness you might be feeling during the flight.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;And lastly, stay hydrated!&#160;&#60;/strong&#62;It might mean more bathroom breaks, but drinking sufficient amounts of water is the cure to a multitude of sins. 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