Melissa Fann

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Melissa Fann is the founder and editor of The Wellness Insider, an independent Singapore-based wellness media platform founded in 2016. She writes and edits practical wellness content covering health, fitness, food, women’s health, family, healthy ageing and everyday wellbeing, with a focus on helping readers make informed choices in a Singapore context.

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How Smart Home Sensors Are Quietly Helping Seniors Age Safely at Home in Singapore

Melissa Fann
11/05/2026

As Singapore’s population continues to age, more families are facing a shared concern: how to support elderly parents living independently without compromising their safety. While conversations around ageing-in-place often focus…

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Anti-Inflammatory Habits for Busy Mums That Actually Work

Melissa Fann
10/05/2026

Mother’s Day often comes with a familiar message: Take care of yourself. Rest more. Don’t forget about your own wellbeing. But for many mums, especially those managing work, family and…

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How to Support a Tired Mum Without Asking Her What She Needs

Melissa Fann
09/05/2026

It’s a question many people ask with good intentions. “What do you need?” On the surface, it sounds supportive. Open. Considerate. But for many mothers, especially those already managing a…

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Why Walking Might Be the Most Underrated Exercise for Busy Women

Melissa Fann
08/05/2026

When most people think about improving their health, they think about doing more. More workouts. More intensity. More discipline. But for many women, especially those balancing work, family and everything…

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H.E.L.P. Heart Attack Mnemonic: What Women in Singapore Should Know

Melissa Fann
07/05/2026

Why recognising heart attack symptoms in women still matters Heart disease remains one of the leading health risks globally, yet many women still underestimate their personal risk. In Singapore, awareness…

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Lash Lifts vs Extensions: What Busy Women Should Know

Melissa Fann
07/05/2026

For many women, looking put-together isn’t the challenge. Finding time for it is. Between work, caregiving, commuting and everything else that fills modern routines, daily makeup can quietly become optional.…

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Italian Dermocosmetic Brand World of Beauty Lands in Singapore — Here’s What We Tried From the Range

Melissa Fann
06/05/2026

A European Dermocosmetic Brand Now Expanding Into Southeast Asia Italian dermocosmetic brand World of Beauty is strengthening its presence in Southeast Asia through Singapore, making its clinic-grade skincare philosophy more…

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Digital Burnout Is Real: How to Protect Your Brain From Always-On Living

Melissa Fann
05/05/2026

Many people today don’t just work during office hours. They respond to messages while commuting. Check reminders between tasks. Reply to family chats while planning dinner. Scan notifications before going…

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What Women in Their 30s and 40s Often Miss in Routine Health Screenings

Melissa Fann
04/05/2026

Many women assume that if they’re seeing a doctor occasionally and doing basic check-ups, they’re already covering what matters. But routine screenings don’t always include everything your body may need…

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Mix-and-Match Meal Prep: How to Cook Once and Eat Differently All Week

Melissa Fann
03/05/2026

Traditional meal prep sounds good in theory. Cook on Sunday. Eat the same meals all week. Save time every evening. But in real life, most families (or individuals) don’t want…