Riding that wellness trend to a healthier Malaysia

Getting more Malaysians onboard with healthy living is crucial to combating the epidemic of non-communicable diseases afflicting our population. — 123rf

Walk into any Malaysian pharmacy, scroll through social media, or spend five minutes at a weekend market, and you’ll see it: the wellness wave.

Herbal teas promising “natural detox”, fitness trackers counting every step, yoga mats slung over shoulders like badges of honour, etc.