Dr Naras Lapsys

22/03/2023

Mummyfique asked me to comment on Gywneth Paltrow's recently publicised diet habits. Whilst being lean has many health benefits, it is also important to consider body composition, preserving muscle and bone mineral density, and maintaining regular hormone cycles.
https://mummyfique.com/gwyneth-paltrows-diet-an-analysis/?fbclid=PAAaZNg4Z714QdYOrW_9C5aKPAQ_z_iHYUf6dz7IupWImSg78x9v9Zkcvan88

25/08/2022

https://youtu.be/0K-TD2JsjwI
I was interviewed about protein supplementation for CNA's Talking Point show. Always a controversial topic but still interesting to hear different perspectives

Protein powder, drinks, and bars are no longer tucked away in supplement shops. They’ve made their way to supermarket shelves. And so have a variety of prote...

22/07/2021

Another fun article from Vice magazine. I help out with the do's and don'ts....

Some peel them like oranges, while others bite into them like apples.

25/05/2021

A few of my comments on how parents can help their children to have a strong and well functioning immune system. Adults, same advice applies...

Experts say parents can help boost their children's immune system with a diet rich in antioxidants, such as vitamin C or zinc.. Read more at straitstimes.com.

06/05/2021

https://www.vice.com/en/article/akggdz/people-eat-raw-meat-high
I was asked to comment on this strange and potentially very dangerous fad. An interesting read....

Those who have tried “high meat” report feelings of euphoria. Experts advise against it.

28/04/2021

A bit of science behind the apple cider vinegar fad.

Two whole weeks of using ACV every way I could. What could happen?

21/02/2021

It’s been 6 months since I started running in my zero-drop minimalist running shoes. Started out with just 1-2km short runs, getting used to a new running style and taking shorter strides. Slowly built distance and pace. I really started enjoying the feeling of my feet being in contact with the ground and of my feet and toes gripping the earth. I also could feel my feet getting stronger, and a whole different set of muscles being used and developed. Quite addictive actually. To date, no injuries and as of the past few weeks I am now running at the same speed as I used to when wearing my running shoes. Cadence is up from 155 to 165 though. Interestingly, I no longer like wearing my work shoes and have moved to zero-drop shoes for day to day wear as well. It’s like swimming without a wetsuit, you feel so much more in tune with your surroundings. My advice it to take is slow and steady, and expect quite a few months of a reduced pace. Glutes feel stronger, posture has changed and my feet feel stronger too. Maybe not for everyone but for me, a very positive and permanent transition .

23/08/2020

https://www.shiokfarm.com/blogs/_organic_certification-_in-_singapore/healthy-keto-eating.
I wrote this article for Shiokfarm, a good read if you want to further explore a keto diet. It doesn't have to be all meat and cheese either. A keto diet can be more plant-based and high in fats other than saturated fats.

The ketogenic, or keto, diet is a popular way of eating to maintain good health and body composition. Done properly, the keto diet can be nutritious, healthy, and sustainable. Keto BasicsAs a rule, the keto diet is low in carbohydrates, high in fat and moderate in protein. When following a keto diet...

05/07/2020

https://www.oompf.com.sg/post/stress-and-what-it-does-to-your-body

This is a quick read that I wrote for Oomph fitness. If you are feeling stressed and paying the price, i have a few tips here for you.

Hi Friends of Oompf, its Dr Naras Lapsys here. Today I am going to talk about Stress and what it does to your body. Stress, Energy & Weight Management Stress is a process by which we perceive and respond to certain events that we view as a challenge or a threat. Stress itself is natural and we need....

09/06/2020

Always happy to share knowledge and tips on health optimisation. As a friend of Oomph Fitness, this quick read on vitamin D and immune function will help you become better 'primed' to fight infection.

Hi friends of Oompf, its Dr Naras Lapsys here, your in-house dietitian and longevity medicine practitioner. Over the up and coming months, our health and, our immune health, will be of great importance. I will be a regular contributor to these chats. Let us use this time to optimise both! What is Vi...