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Women’s health is knowledge passed down through generations, much like a treasured family recipe. “Recipes for Her” brings together these traditions with essential health topics, covering menopause, pregnancy, sexual wellbeing, fitness, and key concerns such as heart health, bone health, and cancer care, all inspired by Malaysia’s most loved food and drinks.
Each recipe offers more than flavour. It serves as a starting point for expert guidance and meaningful conversations around women’s health. By combining tradition with thoughtful care, we aim to support overall wellbeing, nourishing the body, mind, and spirit with every recipe shared.
A cupcake does not need to look perfect. They come in all shapes, sizes, and colours. What matters most is what is inside. Ignoring lumps in your batter can lead to an unpleasant result. In the same way, a lump in the breast can be an early sign of breast cancer and should not be overlooked.
Looking after your breasts begins with awareness and regular checks. Give them the same attention you would when baking something you love. When it comes to breast cancer, early detection is essential and should never be ignored.
A new or unusual lump in the breast
Skin that looks or feels different, such as puckering or roughness
Unexplained nipple discharge
A nipple that has pulled inward or changed position
Keep your weight within a healthy range
Move your body regularly
Cut back on alcohol
Breastfeed, if it is an option for you
Stay consistent with screenings like mammograms and make self-checks a habit
Start by standing in front of a mirror with your arms relaxed. Notice how your breasts look in terms of shape, size, and colour.
Then raise your arms and check again, paying attention to any visible differences.
Look closely for signs like swelling, dimpling, or any changes to the skin.
Using the pads of your fingers, examine one breast at a time. Apply varying pressure, from light to firm, and cover the entire area.
Work your way from the outer breast towards the nipple, feeling for anything unusual such as lumps or thickened areas.
Remember to check your underarm area as well.
For a more thorough check, lie down with a pillow under your shoulder and your arm placed behind your head. This helps spread the breast tissue, making it easier to feel any changes.
If there is no pain in the breast, there is nothing to worry about.
Breast cancer can develop without causing pain. New lumps or changes may go unnoticed, which is why regular self-examinations are important.
Chemotherapy to target and destroy cancer cells
Surgical procedures to remove affected tissue
Radiotherapy to destroy remaining cancer cells
Hormone therapy to manage hormone-sensitive cancers
The postpartum confinement period usually lasts between 30 and 40 days. Although it varies by culture and individual, new mothers must prioritise their physical and mental well-being during this time.
Also known as postpartum recovery or the postnatal period, confinement refers to the time after a woman has given birth. New mothers undergo physical and emotional changes as their bodies return to a pre-pregnancy state. Confinement foods play an essential role in ensuring a smooth recovery.
This comprehensive guide explores various aspects of the postpartum period, its importance for mothers, and the role of confinement cuisine in promoting postnatal health.
We also provide valuable insights into foods that should be included in the postpartum diet to aid recovery, as well as foods that should be avoided during this time.
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