Health Corner

Maintaining a healthy body weight is one of the key indicators of a healthy lifestyle. The simplest reference standard is the Body Mass Index (BMI). A BMI above the normal range indicates being overweight, meaning the body has accumulated excess fat, which increases the risk of developing a variety of health problems such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, gout, fatty liver, kidney failure, heart disease, heart failure, stroke, joint degeneration, infertility, and certain cancers. Taking early action to manage obesity is essential for maintaining good health. To...

Many people, when talking about "beauty," first think of skincare products, medical aesthetic treatments, or makeup techniques. But from a medical perspective, body weight and shape often reflect more truly whether a person is genuinely "taking good care of themselves" than any external pampering. When the body maintains a healthy, appropriate weight range, blood circulation is smooth, metabolism is stable, and skin tone, mental state, and overall posture naturally display freshness, vitality, and confidence—this kind of health glow radiating from within is the most lasting and natural...

The so-called “weight-loss injections” or “weight-loss pens” currently on the market mainly refer to GLP-1 receptor agonists (such as Saxenda, Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro, etc.). These medications were originally developed to treat type 2 diabetes, but have gained popularity in recent years due to their significant weight loss effects. Because weight-loss pens are injectable medications intended for self-administration, many people mistakenly believe they can inject themselves without medical supervision. However, using them without a doctor’s assessment and...

Weight-loss injections are a type of prescription weight-loss medication administered subcutaneously. They mimic gut hormones to help control weight. In recent years, they have gained widespread discussion in Hong Kong due to their popularity in South Korea, but their use requires caution and medical supervision. The Origin and Background of Weight-Loss Injections Weight-loss injections did not initially appear for weight loss. They evolved from injectable medications used to treat type 2 diabetes. During research on gut hormones, the medical community discovered that certain substances,...

Before undergoing weight-loss injections, a comprehensive assessment of individual health conditions and long-term effects is essential to avoid serious adverse consequences due to immediate results. Suitable Individuals and Contraindications Weight-loss injections are not suitable for everyone. They are absolutely contraindicated for individuals with gastrointestinal ulcers, kidney failure, a history of pancreatitis, or a family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma. Pregnant women, women planning pregnancy, and breastfeeding women are prohibited from using them. Those with a BMI...