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<h2>Recently, honey became a topic of controversy in Malaysia after an expert at Universiti Sains Malaysia <a href="https://says.com/my/news/usm-expert-says-90-of-honey-sold-in-malaysia-is-fake" target="_blank" rel="noopener">claimed</a> that a staggering 90% of honey sold in the country is counterfeit</h2>
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<p>This raises concerns about the authenticity and quality of honey readily available to consumers.</p>
<p>However, amidst this unsettling reality, a scientific research paper from a couple of years ago offers a glimmer of hope, shedding light on the unique characteristics and potential benefits of genuine Malaysian honey.</p>
<p>The research paper used fresh Malaysian and New Zealand honey samples that were randomly obtained from several beekeepers from the respective countries. The samples were kept at room temperature until further use.</p>
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<h2>Despite the adulteration concerns, Malaysia boasts a rich beekeeping tradition and diverse flora, resulting in a wide variety of honey flavours and colours</h2>
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<p>The study, published in the National Library of Medicine in January 2022, titled <i><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8781004/">Metabolomic Profiling of Malaysian and New Zealand Honey Using Concatenated NMR and HRMS Datasets</a></i> employed advanced techniques to analyse the chemical composition of honey samples from Malaysia and New Zealand.</p>
<p><b>This intricate analysis revealed intriguing differences between the two:</b></p>
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<h2>1. Higher sugar and polyphenol content</h2>
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<p>Malaysian honey was found to have a richer sugar profile, contributing to its sweetness and potentially higher energy content.</p>
<p>Additionally, it contained a higher concentration of polyphenols, which are natural antioxidants linked to various health benefits like reducing inflammation and protecting cells.</p>
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<p>The study identified specific bioactive compounds present in Malaysian honey, hinting at its potential health-promoting properties. These included:</p>
<p>&#8211; <b>Gingerdiol</b>: Known for its anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving effects<br />&#8211; <b>2-hexylphenol</b>&#8211;<b>O-β-D-xylopyranoside</b>: Possesses potential antibacterial and antifungal properties<br />&#8211; <b>Plastoquinone</b>: An antioxidant that may protect cells from damage<br />&#8211; <b>Tropine isovalerate, plumerinine, and 3,5-(12-phenyl-8-dodecenyl)resorcinol</b>: These compounds require further research to understand their potential benefits</p>
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<h2>While the research primarily focused on comparing honeys, it also explored the anti-cancer potential of some samples</h2>
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<p>Interestingly, Malaysian honey exhibited mild anti-cancer activity against a specific breast cancer cell line. This opens doors for future research into the potential therapeutic applications of Malaysian honey, although further studies are needed for confirmation.</p>
<p>Despite the adulteration challenges, this research highlights the unique characteristics of genuine Malaysian honey, showcasing its potential not just as a delicious sweetener but also as a source of beneficial bioactive compounds.</p>
<p> As beekeeping practices continue to evolve, research deepens, and stricter regulations are implemented, Malaysian honey can reclaim its rightful place on the global stage, bringing its distinctive flavours and potential health benefits to the world.</p>
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<h2>Not sure how to check the authenticity of your honey? Read our explainer to help you discern whether the honey you purchased is genuine or fake:</h2>
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<h2>We also did some research and found many legitimate honey brands:</h2>
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<p>As the principal researcher of stingless bee honey at USM, Mohd Zulkifli said<b> laboratory tests are, unfortunately, required to identify genuine honey</b>, which has benefits in terms of content, efficacy, and quality, compared to counterfeit products.</p>
<p>&#8220;Honey is a complete food in terms of energy, protein, vitamins, good bacteria, and antioxidants,&#8221; he said, adding that medical studies have also found that honey can alleviate inflammation caused by bacterial infections, pressure or stress, as well as help fight obesity, ageing, and certain chronic diseases.</p>
<p>&#8220;However, the biggest challenge for the honey industry now is the presence of counterfeit honey, which accounts for 90% of the market,&#8221; he told the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" href="https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2024/02/1012417/90-pct-malaysias-honey-sold-fake" title="Link: https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2024/02/1012417/90-pct-malaysias-honey-sold-fake">New Straits Times</a>.</p>
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<h2>As an advocate for genuine honey, Mohd Zulkifli leads USM&#8217;s stingless bee honey research project, which involves 4,000 farmers in the development and creation of commercialised stingless bee honey</h2>
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<p><p>According to the <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" href="https://news.usm.my/index.php/english-news/5293-premium-honey-holistic-innovation-to-benefit-socio-economy-and-ecology" title="Link: https://news.usm.my/index.php/english-news/5293-premium-honey-holistic-innovation-to-benefit-socio-economy-and-ecology">USM website</a>, Mohd Zulkifli&#8217;s earlier work on the use of honey to improve memory and learning motivated him to look for ways <b>to optimise Malaysia&#8217;s output of high quality honey.</b></p>
<p><b>He created a machine that extracts honey from stingless bees, ensuring its good taste and hygiene. </b>There is less demand for this honey, due to its sour taste compared to common honey.</p>
<p>&#8220;By using the available technology, we have invented a customised filter to dehydrate the honey, raising its quality and value,&#8221; said the USM School of Medical Sciences lecturer.</p>
<p>He added that his bee conservation project is also beneficial to the nation&#8217;s biodiversity and ecology through the pollination done by the <i>kelulut</i> bees.</p>
<p>The initiative, called &#8216;Kelulunomic&#8217;, hopes to ensure the continuous supply of genuine honey in the market as well as provide job opportunities and become a sustainable source of income for low-income Malaysians in rural areas.</p>
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<h2>Honey is the third-most faked food in the world, behind milk and olive oil</h2>
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<p>Undercut by the cheaper alternative, honey producers bear the economic brunt of having counterfeit honey available to consumers in the market.</p>
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<p><p>Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad stated that he has received public alerts regarding the product, featuring a two-pronged nasal inhaler filled with a camphor-like substance, actively promoted and distributed across various platforms, reported the <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" href="https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2024/02/1009612/health-minister-vows-swift-action-against-energy-stick-vape-product" title="Link: https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2024/02/1009612/health-minister-vows-swift-action-against-energy-stick-vape-product">New Straits Times.</a></p>
<p>&#8220;Thus, I have directed the director-general and deputy director to thoroughly scrutinise the matter and enforce necessary measures,&#8221; he said.</p>
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<p>The Facebook page warned that the product is gaining popularity among school students and is widely sold at prices ranging from as low as RM2.50 to RM10.</p>
<p>The product is promoted as an energy booster, claiming to provide a stimulating effect for students and working adults.</p>
<p>According to<a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" href="https://www.buletintv3.my/nasional/penjualan-energy-stick-kkm-akan-ambil-tindakan-segera/?fbclid=IwAR3omGe7J4tlBJXxiKOGkO3d3Kfz1MOLXbgCLiqWVfYdLGZwfJvi6X-vWvk"> Buletin TV3</a>, the product is said to have two nozzles that fit into the nostrils, and the substance in it is to be inhaled﻿ through the nose.</p>
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<p>In a recent interview with <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" href="https://www.bharian.com.my/berita/nasional/2024/01/1200775/selangor-paling-ramai-budak-bantut">Berita Harian</a>, Universiti Malaya Medical Centre (UMMC) paediatric endocrinology consultant Associate Professor Dr Azriyanti Anuar Zaini said the prevalence of stunting among Malaysian children has been increasing since 2015.</p>
<p><b>&#8220;The rising rate of stunting clearly indicates that this issue, although already highlighted in national data, has not been comprehensively addressed,&#8221;</b> she said.</p>
<p>She further explained that a population experiencing stunted growth is often assumed to be a result of inadequate healthcare facilities, unhealthy eating habits, and living&nbsp;in an unsupportive environment, all of which can adversely impact the country&#8217;s image.</p>
<p>&#8220;We want our future generations to be taller than now, not shorter,&#8221; she added.</p>
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<p>However, Dr Azriyanti emphasised that if&nbsp;the issue is not addressed early, the problem could persist, leading children to remain stunted into adolescence and adulthood.</p>
<p>&#8220;Most cases of stunting among children, especially those under five years old, are caused by nutritional deficiencies. This issue is also closely related to behavioural problems, as found in picky eaters or autism,&#8221; she explained.</p>
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<p><p>&#8220;The crucial issue here lies in<b>&nbsp;the parents&#8217; understanding of the types of foods suitable for growing children.</b> In Malaysia, children consume more rice and noodles, compared to animal protein. The intake of milk is also significantly low, as reported in the 2017 national survey, with 75% of teenagers not consuming adequate amounts of milk or dairy products,&#8221; she highlighted.</p>
<p>Dr Azriyanti also said <b>children need between nine and 11 hours of sleep a day</b> to ensure the proper release of growth hormones during deep sleep.</p>
<p>Additionally, <b>gravity-based exercise activities</b> such as running, walking, jump rope, and badminton are crucial for stimulating a child&#8217;s bone development.</p>
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<h2>She concluded that the issues of stunting and malnutrition are very concerning, especially since the study was conducted across clinics in Malaysia, not just low-income housing areas</h2>
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<p>&#8220;If uncertain, consult a specialist because even if the parents are short, it doesn&#8217;t necessarily mean their children will be stunted. Do away with the &#8216;it doesn&#8217;t matter&#8217; attitude and be more concerned about the growth of our children,&#8221; she added.</p>
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<p>&#8220;It felt like the longest 26 days of our lives,&#8221; he wrote about the ordeal.</p>
<p>Lee shared that his wife had suddenly experienced a splitting headache at home on 15 December. He rushed her to a local clinic, where she was given painkillers and then sent home.</p>
<p>However, when her headache persisted into the night, they decided to go to a private hospital, where a CT scan was done. <b>The doctor told them that</b> <b>she was bleeding in the brain, caused by a ruptured blood vessel.</b></p>
<p>&#8220;She had a ruptured aneurysm at the back of the brain, and the bleeding was causing her severe headache. Fortunately, the affected area was not much, so she did not have a stroke or any paralysis,&#8221; Lee said.</p>
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<p>&#8220;<b>We chose to do the surgery at the private hospital, which was estimated to cost RM150,000&#8230;</b>&nbsp;Even though my wife had insurance, I was still secretly frightened by the cost,&#8221; he divulged.</p>
<p>However, Lee said circumstances changed when his wife tested positive for COVID-19 on 17 December, requiring her to be admitted to a government hospital.</p>
<p>According to Lee, it was a regulation by the Health Ministry, and thus, they had no choice but to also continue the treatment for her brain aneurysm there.</p>
<p>Lee said the next two weeks were a challenge, as his wife had to be admitted alone in a COVID-19 isolation ward, while they waited for a consultation by the public hospital&#8217;s neurosurgeon, who was on vacation.</p>
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<p><p>&#8220;Finally, after 26 days of hardship, it was coming to an end. And guess how much was the final bill that I had to pay? <b>For food and accommodation for three weeks, and the best team of doctors who saved my wife&#8217;s life?</b>&#8221; he wrote on Facebook expressing gratitude.</p>
<p>&#8220;<b>The answer is RM258! Malaysia truly has the most compassionate healthcare system in the world.</b> If we were at a private hospital, the price would have cost a thousand times more!&#8221; he exclaimed.</p>
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<p><p>&#8220;Our government hospital charges are really very generous. Except for the never-ending shortage of manpower, the service and medical standards are very good too. I really do feel cared for by the government hospital,&#8221; said a Facebook user.</p>
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<p><p>&#8220;Malaysia&#8217;s public healthcare system with its minimal costs is really among the top 10 best in the world! An uncle of mine also had brain surgery done at Johor Bahru&#8217;s general hospital before and the total cost of his hospitalisation was only RM150! So, do you love Malaysia?&#8221; one asked.</p>
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<h2>The products serve dual purposes, acting as both equipment and storage</h2>
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<p><p>This includes the versatile <b>DAJLIEN bench</b>, inspired by old-school gym equipment, and a <b>non-slip mat </b>that doubles as storage for your gear. </p>
<p>Designed to be easy to use, store, and bring along on the go, the collection also features other products like a <b>step-up board</b> and a <b>set of ring-shaped dumbbells</b>.</p>
<p>The weights can double up as bookends and the exercise bench transforms into a coffee table.</p>
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<h2>Additionally, there are items for recovery and stress relief, such as an air purifier, yoga straps, kneepads, a massage ball, and a portable Bluetooth speaker, all in soft and soothing shades</h2>
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<p>The collection also includes several wearable pieces, such as <b>slippers </b>and<b> two distinct ponchos</b>, for post-workout relaxation and wellness.</p>
<p>&#8220;We have designed a collection that helps bridge the gap between home and active life, that recognises that training can take many shapes and forms and that you don&#8217;t need a lot of space to do a simple workout&#8221;, said Akanksha Deo, designer at IKEA Sweden.</p>
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