Dr.Reen

19/09/2022

https://www.functionalmedicineuniversity.com/public/1728.cfm

Science and Research tend to unfold day by day, especially in the field of gut health.
The article above sheds light on the probiotic Akkemansia Muciniphilia and how low levels of this probiotic are associated with a higher risk of diabetes, cancer, heart disease, autoimmune disease, and obesity.

Speak to your Healthcare provider about how Akkermansia can help you improve your health and health condition.

28/08/2022

Time to make the change

http://www.nofructose.com

20/08/2022

What is work life balance to you?
People have debated the concept of "life balance" for decades, and it means something different to everyone.

One person might think he's achieved balance when he can leave work early enough to eat dinner with his family. Someone else might view it as having a flexible schedule, so that she can study for a part-time graduate degree. Yet another person might feel fulfilled by spending her "free" time advancing her career.

In short, you achieve life balance when you have enough time to pursue both work and personal interests that you love. However, when you feel as if one side of your life is using up too much of your energy, you can become stressed, your productivity can fall, and your personal relationships can become strained.

Seseorang mungkin menganggap dia telah mencapai keseimbangan dalam kehidupan apabila dia boleh meninggalkan kerja cukup awal untuk makan malam bersama keluarganya. Orang lain mungkin melihatnya sebagai mempunyai jadual yang fleksibel, supaya dia boleh belajar untuk ijazah siswazah sambilan. Namun orang lain mungkin berasa puas dengan menghabiskan masa "luang"nya untuk memajukan kerjayanya.

Pendek kata, anda mencapai keseimbangan hidup apabila anda mempunyai masa yang cukup untuk mengejar kepentingan kerja dan aktivit peribadi yang anda s**a. Walau bagaimanapun, apabila anda merasakan seolah-olah salah satu sisi dalam hidup anda menggunakan terlalu banyak tenaga, anda boleh jadi tertekan, produktiviti anda boleh jatuh, dan hubungan peribadi anda boleh menjadi renggang.

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09/08/2022

Thank you nana( my staff)for helping me out...

09/08/2022

Advantages of ECP over Surgery:
ECP/EECP targets your entire heart including very thin arteries whereas Surgeries can be applied only on most adverse section and only to main coronary arteries.
Non-invasive therapy
Carried out on out-patient basis – no need for hospitalization
Low risks
No additional medication required
No recuperation time
No side-effects
Patients have reported increased exercise tolerance, energy and freedom from chest pain following ECP treatment
No risks of surgery

Who Can Benefit from ECP Treatment?
People with chronic angina pectoris (chest pain)
Patients with heart failure and congestive heart failure
Patients who have suffered myocardial infarction (Heart Attack) or cardiogenic shock
Patients of atherosclerosis (plaque in arteries / blocked arteries)
Patients who are not operable because they are too weak or have too many complications to undergo bypass surgery or angioplasty, and are looking for an alternative to heart surgery
Patients who cannot afford bypass surgery or angioplasty
Patients who are looking for a natural alternative to bypass surgery or an alternative to angioplasty because they have already undergone these surgeries in the past and their conditions have recurred

EECP/ECP is also helpful in patients of:
Diabetic patients with poor blood circulation
Renal Hypertension
Cerebral arteriosclerosis / Thrombosis / embolism
Chronic Fatigue (tiredness) syndrome

08/08/2022

very interesting insight into LDL cholesterol, Inflammation and Insulin Resistance

Atherosclerosis is thickening or hardening of the arteries caused by a buildup of plaque in the inner lining of an artery. For as long as I remember most people including myself have been ...

29/06/2022

Are you Pre-Diabetic?
Find out if you are at risk of developing Diabetes.
Type 2 Diabetes can be hereditary, but studies show that obesity, unhealthy food intake and an unhealthy lifestyle are the biggest contributing factors to develop Type 2 Diabetes.

What is Prediabetes?
Before developing type 2 diabetes, most people have Insulin Resistance or Prediabetes (their blood sugar is higher than normal but not high enough yet for a diabetes diagnosis).
Prediabetes is really common in Malaysia.
23.6% of Malaysians are prediabetic and don’t know it!
The good news is that prediabetes can be reversed.
Yes! You can prevent or delay type 2 diabetes with proven, achievable lifestyle changes—such as losing a small amount of weight and getting more physically active—even if you’re at high risk.
With 1 in 5 adults in Malaysia suffering from it, you can prevent developing diabetes by eating healthier, being physically active, and maintaining or reaching a healthy weight.
Ready to see where you stand If your score shows your risk is high, visit your doctor for a simple blood test to confirm your result.
Know of your overall physical well-being and risk. A blood screening helps to identify many health issues early.
We also offer routine Blood Tests for diabetes, thyroid, liver, kidney functions and cholesterol levels as well.
Join the Diabetes Lifestyle Change Program with Dr Reen today.
Find out if the diabetes lifestyle change programme is right for you.
If your blood test confirms you have prediabetes, join us to learn how to make lasting lifestyle changes to prevent or delay type 2 diabetes:
• Work with a trained lifestyle doctor, who will help you take small, manageable steps that fit in your schedule and in your life.
• Discover how to eat healthy and add more physical activity into your day.
• Find out how to manage stress, stay motivated, and solve problems that can slow your progress.

28/05/2022

The right kind of inflammation is essential to your body's healing system. But Chronic Inflammation can be a problem.
Science has proven that chronic, low-grade inflammation can turn into a silent killer that contributes to cardiovas­cular disease, cancer, type 2 diabetes, and other conditions. Get simple tips to fight inflammation and stay healthy here with me.....😍🥸

16/05/2022

28/01/2022

What is Insulin resistance?
How do you get it?
Is it dangerous?
Is there a test to look for Insulin Resistance?
What are the signs and symptoms?
How can we overcome Insulin Resistance?

This and a lot more questions will try to be answered in the coming weeks.

Do you have a question regarding this topic?

27/01/2022

Inflammation..

26/01/2022

Boost kids health.

14/01/2022

Sugar Sugar Sugar...

13/01/2022

Have you walked into a pharmacy and became confuse on which supplement to purchase.

Which brand is good for me or my kids?

How many supplements do I need to take?

Do Vitamins have side effects?

Would you like a honest review of the supplements available in the Malaysian market?

Share with me your thoughts here....

18/10/2021

something that is healthy and taste good must never be missed...

Pernahkah anda mengindam coklate yang begitu kaya dan sedap gila? Ah tunggu apa lagi cuba super healthy coco malt , kaw kaw namanya dan berkhasiat🤩

Kerana Kesihatan Itu Penting

09/10/2021

Did you know?

We are born with a set of genes inherited from our parents.
It has taken thousands of years for meaningful genetic adaptation.

The risk of developing diseases like diabetes, heart disease and even cancer may be higher due to our genes, but each choice of food, drink, thoughts and behaviour changes whether these genes are turned ON or OFF.

Food TALKS to your genes( nutrigenomics)
Your genes control your cells.
Your cells talk to each other.

So although we might have inherited genes that put us at higher risk of developing a certain disease, is it how we ACT and make changes to our lifestyle that will determine if these diseases will occur to us, our children and even our future generation.

You are what you eat, chew and swallow...

Be empowered and inspired to be the best version of ourselves.

Dr Sharifa Shahreen Sultan.

08/10/2021

Adapted from Dr. Jockers:

I found the article very informative and decided to summarise the content for all of us to benefit from.

Cytokines got their name from the Greek words cyto (cell) and kinos (movement).
They are small proteins that your body’s cells may release in response to an infection.
For example, the cells of your immune system may release them as a response to an infection which triggers an inflammatory response for your protection.

The problem occurs when your body’s reaction to an infection goes into overdrive.

For example, when a virus enters the lungs, it triggers an immune response that causes immune cells to fight the virus and to create localized inflammation.

In a some of us however, the body releases excessive or uncontrolled levels of cytokines, which causes hyperinflammation( too much inflammation) and may lead to serious complications or even death.
This hyperinflammation and consequent damage is what we call the cytokine storm.

Who is at a higher risk of developing a cyctokine storm.?

1. Obese people.
2. People with chronic health conditions like Diabetes, Heart Disease, Asthma.

Are there ways to optimize your immune health and reduce your risk of a cytokine storm?
Good news is Yes! there is.

Studies have shown that there are various immune nutrients and lifestyle practices that may help you achieve this.

Many scientific studies show their immune benefits for viral infections, including the flu, cold viruses and other respiratory infections.

Protecting your body and optimizing your immune health with the best immune nutrients, nutrient dense foods, adequate sleep, stress management and physical activity has shown to help reduce the risk of developing a cyctokine storm.

What are the nutrients that have shown to help?

Check out my next post for more up coming information.

08/10/2021

Metformin is one of the most common diabetic medication prescribed in Malaysia.

Glucophage, Glucophage XR, Glumet DC, Diabetmin,etc are all different brands of Metformin found in Malaysia.

It is a drug that tries to address the root cause of Diabetes which is Insulin Resistance.
This is wonderful because it helps to improve sensitivity of insulin receptors in our body...

When insulin receptors are less sensitive, the body is able to use sugar or glucose more effectively.

Unfortunately, one common side effect of Metformin is that it depletes Vitamin B12.

Vit B12 is really critical for the health of nerves and many diabetic patients develope numbness in the feet and hands due to this vitamin deficiency.
This is called Diabetic Neuropathy.

Clinical Tip:
Ask your doctor for a good B12 vitamin to take if you have been started on Metformin.

Education and Empowering people with the right knowledge is wisdom in itself.
Be in charge of your health and care for your body and mind.
A reminder to you is a reminder to myself..

Dr Sharifa Shahreen Sultan

08/10/2021

90% of my patients are Vit D deficient despite living in a tropical country like Malaysia. Vit D plays many critical functions in the body one being your immunity.

Get your Vit D levels tested

Vitamin D has a huge impact on the health and function of your cells. Among its many functions, vitamin D reduces cellular growth (which promotes cancer) and improves cell differentiation (which puts cells into an anti-cancer state). But what’s even more fascinating is how vitamin D regulates and controls genes.

Your body makes vitamin D when it’s exposed to sunlight. The problem is that most of us aren’t exposed to enough sunlight or eating enough of the few natural dietary sources of vitamin D. ⁣⁠
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The good news is that supplementing with vitamin D3 can be an effective way to reverse a vitamin D deficiency. However, it is important to test your vitamin D levels to assess your personalized needs.

29/09/2021

I needed this reminder. 🌹

23/09/2021

Love and care for your heart!

23/09/2021

EECP is a proven and safe therapy for the Heart.
Worth a check out!

22/09/2021

A lovely Morning shout out to everyone!
Start your day with good nutrition.
Choose Super Healthy Cocoa Malt!
Dont miss out on our current running promotion.
Whatsapp 012 3555 166 for more info.

21/09/2021

The many health benefits of Inulin summed up.

What is inulin? Inulin is also called chicory root fiber and is present in many fruits and vegetables. Is it safe to eat and what are the benefits? Learn mor...

20/09/2021

Kids love our Cocoa Malt and so do their parents.

Because Health Matters

17/09/2021

Did you know 50 Malaysians Die daily from a Heart Attack!
Lifestyle and Diet has been strongly linked to Heart Disease.

Step Up and make a change.
Dont be a statistic

Call us to get a Free Health Consult.

06/09/2021

My first attempt at a video talk....hope to ease into it better as I am keen to share more interesting information, interviews and more.😎

03/09/2021

Chronic Health Disease is increasing at an alarming rate in Malaysia. Come visit us for a chat and discuss how we are able to inspire and empower you to make healthy lifestyle choices.

OZ Wellness is not merely a wellness health center that helps you treat and manage health problems affecting you, it also helps you learn a new way of life that will be your lifelong companion, enhancing the quality of your physical, psychological and social existence, even long after you have left this abode of health and well being.

Call us @ 011-2525-8294 for an appoinment.

03/09/2021

Chronic Health Disease starts from our lifestyle choices, our diet, a toxic environment as well as our thoughts and beliefs.
Lifestyle modifications, including thoughts about ourselves and the world around us, help us to self-heal.

Make that change today.

matters

09/08/2021

Having fun with my little one! Life is too short, need to create memories that she can remember.😍
Love my snuggle bunny👩‍👧

02/08/2021

How to take precaution againts Covid 19.

Our immunity plays a big role in the fight againts covid 19 infection.
Why some people worsen and some don't has got to do with the immunity of our body.

We also know people with covid have high inflammation and poor gut health issues to start off with.

Those who are already having inflammation are at a higher risk of getting severe covid. Diabetes, pre - diabetes, heart disease, asthma, copd, obesity are all diseases that causes inflammation making people with these conditions high risk individuals.

The health system of Malaysia is already over stretched and collapsed...
Doctors and nurses are overworked and can't cope with the number of infected people.

People are told to go home and wait and only to come to the hospital if breathless...

Many are left to go through covid by themselves...scared and alone...the fear of death is real.... Bodies are brought in to the hospital....
Families are affected and situation is not going to get any better soon.

What can we do..?

Prevention helps a lot...
What action and changes can we adopt to help ourselves and loved ones.

Malaysians need to wake up and take action.
Keeping ones self healthy should be priority.

We are fighting a silent enemy we cant see...

Our defenses have to be strong at all times....

We cant let our guard down at any time..

What can be done?

1.
Please follow SOPs. Social distancing, hand washing, double masking.
Dont go out if you do not need to. Pls dont think that your best friend or neighbour is covid free...trust no one now...
Protect the elderly and vulnerable.
If you need to go visit your parents , wear a mask.
Your action will save them.
Dont be selfish.

2.
Walk and start some form of physical exercise...obesity carries the highest risk...
Just start....even if it for 15 mins....start.

3.
Stop all junk food, processed food, sugar laden foods and drinks....all these contribute to inflammation.
The worst thing I see happening is long ques at McDonald's and other fast food restaurants....stop feeding our bodies non-real food that can worsen covid if we get it.

4.
Boost your immunity.
Sunlight is your best friend for Vit D....get adequate exposure.

Supplement with Vit D if you can get sun exposure. Speak to your doctor about it.
Vit D helps boost the immune system.

Vit C is a great immune booster as well. Natural vit c like Amla has properties to help boost the immune system...it also contains minerals like zinc which the body requires to fight off infections.
If you cant get Amla, any vit c will do.

Keep your gut strong. Your gut is your gateway to health.
Eat real foods and take a pre and probiotic supplement if required.

Sleep at the right time.

Manage stress in any way we can....talk to a loved one, breathing exercises, meditation, yoga....what works for you...do it.

We pray and hope this invisible enemy goes away the way it came but for now we need to fight...fight and survive...

Help the doctors by helping yourselves and family first.

Take care Malasyia and God bless.

Dr Sharifa Shahreen Sultan

26/07/2021

Am starting my day with a green juice and riovida antioxidant juice...
Green juicing is a super food adding nutrients to the body....loving it already 🤩
Give it a try...

25/07/2021

A chef is someone who inspires you to try different dishes and that is what Chef Gaya does exactly.
She puts soo much passion into her work. Loved the energy and was honoured to be featured on her talk show.
Chef Gaya and Sandra Chettri, powerful and inspiring women.😍