A bone density scan is a non-invasive test that measures bone density. It may help doctors assess bone strength and fracture risk, especially because bone loss can occur without obvious symptoms. The most common type of bone density scan is a DEXA scan. It uses a low level of X-ray to measure bone mineral content, usually at the hip and spine. At Cedar Endocrine Clinic, located at Mount Elizabeth Medical Centre and Mount Alvernia Hospital, bone density concerns may be reviewe

Bone health depends on more than calcium intake alone. Bones are living tissue that go through a continuous process of breakdown and renewal. Hormones help regulate this process and may affect bone strength over time. Hormonal changes are especially relevant in mid-life and later adulthood, when changes in oestrogen, testosterone, thyroid hormones, parathyroid hormone, or cortisol may influence bone density and fracture risk. At Cedar Endocrine Clinic, located at Mount Elizab

Bone density refers to the amount of mineral content in bone. It helps indicate how strong or fragile bones may be and is one factor used to assess fracture risk. Bones can feel normal even when bone density has decreased. This is why bone density testing may be considered when there are risk factors for bone loss, fractures, or hormone-related conditions that may affect bone health. At Cedar Endocrine Clinic, located at Mount Elizabeth Medical Centre and Mount Alvernia Hospi

Metabolism is often spoken about as though it is fixed, but the way the body uses energy can be influenced by daily habits. Meals, movement, sleep, hydration, routines, and recovery all play a part in how steady energy feels throughout the day. Some people may notice that their energy feels different when their routines change. They may feel more sluggish after irregular meals, less refreshed after poor sleep, or less motivated to move during stressful periods. These shifts d

Insulin resistance can develop quietly, sometimes before a person feels unwell or before blood sugar results become clearly abnormal. In the early stages, the body may still keep glucose levels within range, but it may need to work harder to do so. Insulin is a hormone that helps glucose move from the bloodstream into the body’s cells, where it can be used for energy. When the body’s cells become less responsive to insulin, glucose does not enter the cells as efficiently. The

Clinical insight from Dr Tay Tunn Lin of Cedar Endocrine Clinic. Watch her full interview on FindClinic.sg. It often starts with small changes that are easy to dismiss. You feel a little more tired in the afternoons. Your waistline has crept up despite eating the same way you always have. The mid-morning hunger feels sharper than before. A blood test result that used to read "normal" now reads "slightly elevated". You assume it is just age, stress, or a busier period at work.