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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Energy & sleep
Turmeric and Ginseng: What the Science Actually Says
Turmeric and ginseng have more clinical evidence than most adaptogens. Here's what the research shows about inflammation, energy, and immunity , and what to look for.
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Gut health
Constipated? Why 'Just Eat More Fibre' Is the Wrong Advice
New dietary guidelines moved away from blanket 'eat more fibre' advice toward specific interventions with better evidence. Here's what actually made the list.
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Gut health
Gut Health After Antibiotics: Why You Need to Actively Restore It
Antibiotics wipe out beneficial gut bacteria alongside harmful ones. Here's why active restoration matters, what the research supports, and how to do it effectively.
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Skin & hair
Why Are My Nails So Brittle? What Actually Helps (and What Doesn't)
Brittle nails are usually about what your hands go through daily, not a mystery deficiency. Here's what the research supports, and how long any of it...
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Women's health
Thinking About Trying for a Baby? A Preconception Nutrition Primer
The months before conception matter more than many realise. Here's a gentle, evidence-based primer on the nutrients to prioritise, starting with folate.
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Skin & hair
Collagen vs Retinol: Which Anti-Ageing Approach Actually Works?
Collagen and retinol aren't competing , they work at different layers. Here's what each does, why they're better together, and who should prioritise which.
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Skin & hair
Omega-3s for Skin Health: What They Actually Do and Why Most People Are Deficient
Omega-3s aren't just for heart health. EPA directly reduces the inflammation driving acne, eczema, and rosacea. Here's what the science says and what to look for.
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Women's health
Can Supplements Really 'Balance' Your Hormones? An Honest Look
'Hormone balancing' is a fuzzy marketing phrase. Supplements can't override your endocrine system, but some may gently support stress and cycle comfort. Here's the honest picture.
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Women's health
Does Collagen Help With Joint Pain? What Trials Found
Yes. In trials, 5 to 10 g of collagen peptides a day eased activity-related joint and knee pain in 12 to 24 weeks. Dose, types and...
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Energy & sleep
Tired and Shedding Hair? Your Iron Can Be Low Even When You're Not Anaemic
You can have depleted iron stores while your haemoglobin still reads normal. Here's what ferritin is, why it matters for energy and hair, and what to...
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How to Actually Build a Supplement Routine That Works
Most supplement routines fail because of poor sequencing, unrealistic timelines, and chasing too many goals at once. Here's a framework for doing it properly.