Diet is the key factor influencing nutrition, where the quality and quantity of food and beverages consumed directly affects the health of individuals and communities. Ensuring optimal nutrition is crucial for the physical growth, development and cognitive abilities of infants, children, and all age groups. How can we cultivate a healthy lifestyle through mindful food […]
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Australian Government’s Healthy Living Program for Children
Being a new mum is certainly not easy. And when you find yourself navigating motherhood in a foreign country, the journey becomes even more daunting. This is the reality faced by Dee, a member of the Ayo-ma team who is a new mom who recently migrated to Australia. Traditionally, new mothers seek support and guidance […]

Empowering Kids with Balanced Nutrition Knowledge
Do you think it is difficult to get children to develop the habit of eating healthy food? This time we hear from one of Ayo-ma’s team members, Vidy, a mother with a toddler. According to Vidy, healthy food is rich in nutrients and contains elements that help make the body more energised. As we know, […]

The Relaxing Fresh Mint Leaf Tea
Mint leaves can be found in various dishes and beverages, one of which is the delightful afternoon beverage known as Iced Mint Tea. Its ingredients are simple, including Black Tea, Lime, a dash of Honey for sweetness, and Mint Leaves. Iced Mint Tea is a drink that Ayo-ma friends might want to consider trying due […]

Noteworthy Fiber Foods
High-fiber foods help balance the good bacteria in the gut, resulting in improved digestion. Keeping our digestive system healthy is of utmost importance, as it forms the foundation of our overall well-being. A healthy digestive system keeps Ayo-ma friends away from various diseases, ranging from GERD, peptic ulcers, hepatitis, gallstones, irritable bowel syndrome, and Celiac […]

Is Protein Essential for the Body?
Is the body reliant on protein for its proper functioning? If we were to compare the body to a house, then protein would be equivalent to the bricks and concrete used in constructing the house. Protein plays a major role in the formation of body systems such as muscles, bones, skin, and blood. On top […]

The Trending Milk
Since childhood, we have been drinking cow’s milk due to the belief that it provides significant health benefits such as enhancing immunity, strengthening bones, and improving sleep quality. Whether it is pure milk, sweetened condensed milk, or UHT milk, they all come from cows. Yes, even those marketed as bear’s milk. However, it turns out […]

Adequate Nutrition for Suhoor
Ramadhan is a momentous month for Muslims. As fasting can be challenging, people eagerly look forward to breaking the fast with their loved ones each day, which brings them great happiness. The key to a successful fast is having a nutritious suhoor meal to provide our bodies with enough energy to carry out our daily […]

Ginger for a Healthier Juice!
Did you know that when brewed in water close to its boiling point at approximately 100 degrees Celsius, ginger loses its active compounds? According to Dr Abrijanto, an herbal expert quoted by Kompas.com, Gingerol is the main bioactive compound in ginger that is beneficial for treatments. Gingerol boasts potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, frequently used […]

Tea, the Natural Health Drink
Tea is a well-known natural beverage ingredient with a long history of popularity in communities. Nowadays, tea products are available in both ready-to-drink and steep/brew formats, with various innovations and creative presentations from different manufacturers. Do you know that the colour, taste, and fragrance of each tea you consume can vary significantly? These distinctions occur […]