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Singapore Wellness Desk writes for The Daily Singapore on Singapore news, community and daily life.

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Eating Well in Singapore's Heat: Evidence-Based Tips That Actually Work for Local Conditions
Forget generic diet advice—here's what nutritionists say genuinely works when you're navigating hawker centres, tropical humidity, and our unique food culture.
30 June 2026 at 6:49 am
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The Rise of Outdoor Boot Camps: What to Expect
As Singaporeans increasingly ditch gym memberships for group fitness in the open air, we explore what makes these high-intensity community workouts so appealing—and how to find the right one for you.
30 June 2026 at 6:49 am
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Your Neighbourhood Polyclinic Is Your Most Underrated Preventive Health Resource
From subsidised screenings to chronic disease management, Singapore's polyclinic network offers accessible, evidence-based care that keeps you ahead of health problems.
30 June 2026 at 6:49 am
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Why Movement Matters More as We Age: The Science Behind Singapore's Active Ageing Push
Research shows structured mobility work doesn't just keep seniors fit—it rewires the brain and extends independence. Here's what the evidence tells us.
30 June 2026 at 6:49 am
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Why Singapore's Sleep Science Matters: What Research Really Says About Rest
From circadian rhythms to recovery protocols, neuroscientists explain how quality sleep transforms your health—and why Singapore's humid climate makes it even more crucial.
30 June 2026 at 6:26 am
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From hawker stalls to meal-prep kitchens: How Singapore's nutrition revolution is reshaping what we eat
Once dismissed as a luxury concern, thoughtful eating habits are becoming mainstream across the island—and our hawker centres are leading the charge.
30 June 2026 at 6:26 am
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The Park Connector Network: Singapore's Hidden Resource for Safe, Structured Running
From Coney Island to Kranji Marsh, the island's 360km of linked green corridors offer runners a free, well-maintained alternative to commercial gyms—but many locals still don't know how to use them.
30 June 2026 at 6:26 am
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Six free community fitness events happening in Singapore this June that won't break the bank
From sunrise runs along the East Coast to tai chi sessions in HDB estates, here's where to move your body without paying a cent.
30 June 2026 at 6:26 am
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Five-minute mornings to midnight stretches: How Singaporeans are weaving yoga and meditation into daily life
From HDB corridors to Botanic Gardens, locals share the practical habits that have made mindfulness stick—without requiring a lifestyle overhaul.
30 June 2026 at 6:26 am
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From Meditation Apps to Community Classes: How Mindfulness is Becoming Mainstream in Singapore
As stress levels rise in our fast-paced city, Singaporeans are embracing mindfulness practices—and wellness providers are racing to meet the demand.
30 June 2026 at 6:26 am
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The preventive health revolution: How Singapore's wellness culture is shifting from reactive to proactive
More Singaporeans are embracing regular screenings and early detection, turning preventive medicine from a luxury into a lifestyle priority.
30 June 2026 at 6:26 am
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Why Movement Matters More After 60: What The Research Really Tells Us About Active Ageing
New studies are reshaping how gerontologists think about mobility in later life—and Singapore's ageing population stands to benefit significantly.
30 June 2026 at 5:39 am
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Finding Your Zen Without Breaking the Bank: A Guide to Free and Low-Cost Yoga and Meditation in Singapore
From community centres to heritage parks, here's where Singaporeans can access quality wellness practices at little to no cost.
30 June 2026 at 5:39 am
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Your complete guide to free and low-cost wellness screenings across Singapore
From polyclinic blood tests to community health checks, here's how to access preventive care without breaking the bank.
30 June 2026 at 5:39 am
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What the research really says about sleep, rest, and why Singapore's wellness culture needs a rethink
Scientists have long understood how sleep affects our health—but new evidence suggests many of us in high-pressure cities are getting the basics wrong.
30 June 2026 at 5:39 am
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From Sedentary to Sunrise Runners: How Singapore's Outdoor Trails Are Sparking Real Health Transformations
Local runners share how accessible parks and community jogging routes became the catalyst for dramatic lifestyle changes across the island.
30 June 2026 at 5:39 am
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Running Together: How Fitness Challenges Are Knitting Singapore's Communities Closer
From park runs to HDB estate competitions, group fitness challenges are proving that motivation spreads faster when you're sweating alongside your neighbours.
30 June 2026 at 5:39 am
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Free community fitness events happening this month are reshaping how Singaporeans stay active together
From sunrise yoga at the Botanic Gardens to group runs across the East Coast, June's slate of no-cost workouts proves wellness doesn't require a gym membership.
30 June 2026 at 5:21 am
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Why Singapore's Sleep Crisis Demands a Science-Backed Reset
New research reveals how circadian rhythm alignment and strategic rest periods can transform wellbeing—and local experts explain what the data means for your routine.
30 June 2026 at 5:21 am
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Yoga and meditation in Singapore: How local practice stacks up against global wellness booms
While mindfulness sweeps the world, Singapore's pragmatic approach to yoga reveals a deeper shift in how Asian cities define wellbeing.
30 June 2026 at 5:21 am
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Singapore's preventive health screening: catching up with global wellness or setting its own pace?
While Western wellness culture obsesses over biohacking and genetic testing, Singapore's polyclinic network and workplace screening programmes offer a quieter, more accessible model—but uptake among younger adults remains stubbornly low.
30 June 2026 at 5:21 am
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Running Free: Your Guide to Singapore's Best Low-Cost Outdoor Fitness Trails and Wellness Services
From coastal paths to neighbourhood parks, here's how to stay active without breaking the bank—plus the affordable health checkups that keep you running strong.
30 June 2026 at 5:14 am
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From Burnout to Balance: How Singaporeans Found Mental Health Transformation in Their Own Communities
Three residents share how accessible local resources—from free gym classes to neighbourhood mindfulness groups—helped them reclaim their wellbeing.
30 June 2026 at 5:14 am
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From hawker stalls to meal prep apps: How Singapore's healthy eating revolution is quietly transforming the city
What was once a niche concern is now reshaping food culture across neighbourhoods, from Tiong Bahru to Tampines.
30 June 2026 at 5:14 am
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From Treadmills to Tai Chi: How Singapore's Active Ageing Movement Is Reshaping Senior Wellness
With free gym access, community-led programmes, and a cultural shift toward lifelong fitness, older Singaporeans are rewriting what it means to stay mobile after 60.
30 June 2026 at 5:13 am
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Yoga and meditation in Singapore's heat: Evidence-based tips that actually work for our local conditions
Forget Instagram-perfect studio sessions—here's how to build a sustainable practice in tropical humidity, tight schedules, and HDB living.
30 June 2026 at 4:51 am
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Eating Well in Singapore: Evidence-Based Nutrition Tips That Actually Work in Our Heat and Humidity
Forget generic diet advice—here's what research shows works for tropical living, hawker culture, and our unique food environment.
30 June 2026 at 4:51 am
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From Park Runs to Coastal Trails: How Outdoor Fitness is Reshaping Singapore's Wellness Culture
Joggers and fitness enthusiasts are abandoning treadmills for Singapore's expanding network of running routes, transforming public spaces into open-air wellness hubs.
30 June 2026 at 4:51 am
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Making a Splash: Why Singapore's Aquatic Centres Are Becoming Community Fitness Hubs for Every Age
From toddlers to retirees, public swimming facilities across the island are offering accessible, affordable programmes that prove water-based exercise works for everyone.
30 June 2026 at 4:51 am
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From Burnout to Balance: How Singaporeans Are Finding Peace Through Community Wellness
Real residents across the island are reshaping their mental health through accessible local programmes, from free gym sessions to group mindfulness in our parks.
30 June 2026 at 4:51 am
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Your neighbourhood polyclinic is a preventive health powerhouse — and most Singaporeans aren't using it fully
From subsidised screenings to chronic disease management, the clinics near your HDB block offer more than most people realise.
30 June 2026 at 4:50 am
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The Daily Habits That Keep Singapore's Seniors Moving: What Actually Works
From early morning jogs at the Botanic Gardens to lobby exercises in HDB blocks, we've found the unglamorous routines that help older adults stay mobile and independent.
30 June 2026 at 4:28 am
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Your Guide to Free and Low-Cost Mental Wellness Services Across Singapore
From polyclinic counselling to community yoga sessions, here's how to access affordable stress management and mindfulness support without breaking the bank.
30 June 2026 at 4:28 am
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From diagnosis to vitality: How three Singaporeans transformed their health through preventive screening
Regular health checks at polyclinics and community programmes are catching problems early—and changing lives across the island.
30 June 2026 at 4:28 am
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Your Guide to Group Exercise Classes at Council-Run Facilities
From tai chi in Tampines to zumba in Geylang, Singapore's network of free and low-cost community gyms offers accessible fitness for every age and ability.
30 June 2026 at 4:28 am
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Beyond Serenity: The Science Backing Yoga and Meditation for Holistic Wellness
Neuroscience research reveals how ancient practices reshape our brains and bodies—and why Singapore's wellness community is taking note.
30 June 2026 at 4:28 am
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Lacing Up for Less: Your Guide to Free and Affordable Running Trails Across Singapore
From the East Coast Park to neighbourhood jogging paths, here's how to build a fitness routine without breaking the bank.
30 June 2026 at 4:28 am
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What science reveals about sleep, rest and Singapore's wellness habits
Neuroscientists and sleep researchers explain why the island's round-the-clock culture may be quietly undermining our health—and what the evidence suggests we should do instead.
30 June 2026 at 4:28 am
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Staying Mobile After 60: Your Complete Guide to Free and Low-Cost Wellness Services in Singapore
From polyclinic physiotherapy to community running groups, here's how to access affordable active-ageing support across the island.
30 June 2026 at 4:06 am
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Making a Splash: How Singapore's Aquatic Centres Are Opening Water-Based Fitness to Every Age
From infants learning water confidence to seniors improving mobility, community pools across the island offer affordable, accessible swim programmes that keep residents active year-round.
30 June 2026 at 4:06 am
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Singapore's preventive health screenings: How our approach stacks up against global wellness trends
While wealthy nations chase expensive biohacking, Singapore's polyclinic network and subsidised screening programmes offer a quieter, evidence-based alternative that's quietly outperforming.
30 June 2026 at 4:06 am
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What the research really says about yoga, meditation and holistic wellbeing
Beyond the Instagram aesthetics, neuroscientists and medical researchers are uncovering measurable benefits—and some surprising limitations—of these ancient practices.
30 June 2026 at 4:06 am
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Your neighbourhood polyclinic is a hidden gem for nutrition guidance—here's how to use it
Before you invest in expensive diet apps or wellness coaches, Singapore's polyclinic network offers free or low-cost dietitian consultations that most people don't know about.
30 June 2026 at 4:05 am
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Rest Revolution: How Singapore's Sleep Wellness Movement Stacks Up Against Global Trends
While the world obsesses over sleep tech and biohacking, Singaporeans are discovering that better rest may lie in simpler, locally-rooted habits.
30 June 2026 at 4:05 am
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The Free Resource Every Singapore Runner Should Know About: How to Map Your Perfect Trail
ActiveSG's network of tracked routes and the National Parks Board's digital tools are transforming how we discover, plan, and share our running journeys across the island.
30 June 2026 at 4:05 am
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The Mental Health Support Network You Should Know About: Singapore's Polyclinic Counselling Services
Free or heavily subsidised counselling through your neighbourhood polyclinic is closer and more accessible than you think—here's how to access it.
30 June 2026 at 4:05 am
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Five minutes before breakfast: how Singaporeans built yoga and meditation into their daily routines
From East Coast Park sunrise sessions to HDB void deck stretches, locals share the simple habits that transformed their wellbeing without requiring expensive memberships or major lifestyle overhauls.
30 June 2026 at 3:43 am
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From sleepless nights to better mornings: how Singaporeans are reclaiming rest in their own backyards
Three residents across different HDB estates share how simple sleep and lifestyle shifts transformed their health—without expensive clinics or supplements.
30 June 2026 at 3:43 am
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Your neighbourhood polyclinic is a hidden gem for preventive screening—here's why more Singaporeans should use it
From subsidised health checks to accessible chronic disease management, the polyclinic network offers early detection services most people overlook.
30 June 2026 at 3:43 am
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Eating Well in Singapore Heat: Evidence-Based Nutrition Tips That Actually Work Here
From hawker centre swaps to hydration science, here's how to eat healthily in our tropical climate without fighting your environment.
30 June 2026 at 3:43 am