The Purest Journal
Notes on everyday well-being
Clear, practical reads on skin, gut health, energy, weight and women's health, written for life in Singapore.
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Clear Whey vs Regular Whey: Which Protein Is Right for You?
Clear whey is light and juice-like; classic whey is creamy and milkshake-like. Both can help you hit your protein target. Here's how they differ and how...
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Women's health
PMS Mood Swings: Why the Week Before Your Period Feels So Hard
Irritable, tearful or anxious in the days before your period? You're not imagining it. Here's what's happening with your hormones, and gentle ways to support yourself.
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Skin & hair
When Is the Best Time to Take Collagen?
Morning, night, empty stomach, with food? Here's what the evidence says about collagen timing — and the one thing that matters far more.
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Energy & sleep
Why You're Dehydrated at Your Desk (Even When You Drink Water)
Drinking plenty of water but still foggy, tired or headachy by mid-afternoon? Aircon, coffee and low electrolytes may be part of the picture. Here's what actually...
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Can You Really Be Vitamin D Deficient in Sunny Singapore?
Singapore sits near the equator, yet a surprising share of adults have low vitamin D. Here's why sunshine isn't enough, who's most at risk, and how...
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Skin & hair
Glutathione Beyond Skin: Your Body's Master Antioxidant, Explained
Most of us meet glutathione through skin-brightening claims. But it's a molecule your whole body makes and uses. Here's what it really does, and what the...
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Skin & hair
Collagen Drink vs Collagen Capsules: Which One Actually Absorbs Better?
Drink or capsule — does the format change how well collagen works? Here's what dose, peptide size and convenience really mean for results.
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Skin & hair
Talking Formulation: Marine Collagen Peptides
The collagen conversation has become noisy. Higher doses. Smaller peptides. Better absorption. Every brand seems to claim they have the “best” collagen. We sat down with...
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Women's health
Vaginal Health 101: The Microbiome 'Down There' and How to Support It
Your vagina has its own microbiome. Here's how it works, what throws it off balance, and the evidence-based basics for supporting feminine health.
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Recipes
Healthier Maggi Goreng Supper
It is midnight and you are craving Maggi goreng. Same craving. Better version. We are binning the seasoning packet and making our own sauce from scratch🍜
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Energy & sleep
Magnesium, Hydration and Why Singapore's Heat Leaves You Drained
Tired, headachy and sluggish in Singapore's humidity? You may be losing more than water. Here's how electrolytes and magnesium fit into staying genuinely hydrated.
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Women's health
Period Bloating: Why It Happens and What Actually Eases It
Bloated before and during your period? Here's the hormonal and gut science behind cycle bloating — and the realistic, evidence-based ways to ease it.
