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CNA
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- CNA
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Vogue
11-07-2025
- Health
- Vogue
9 Foods With More Protein Than Eggs
Contrary to what you may have heard, eggs are not the be-all-end-all source of protein. Yes, a single, humble egg does offer a whopping 6 grams of protein, but many plant and animal alternatives provide significantly more protein per 100 grams—and sometimes, a more robust nutrient profile, too. Since eggs have around 12 grams of protein per 100 grams (two large eggs are equal to about 100 grams), we'll be comparing protein per 100 grams for each of the following foods so that you have all the info you need to create a high-protein diet filled with variety. Protein-Rich Alternatives to Eggs Peanuts Whether you like them raw, roasted, or in the form of 'butter,' peanuts are a great source of protein. Coming in at about 25 grams per 100 grams, the humble legume is actually more protein-dense than a steak. It's also a versatile addition to any dish: Mix peanuts into breakfast smoothies or oatmeal, or sprinkle on salads and stir fries. Tofu Don't sleep on soy: 3.5 ounces of firm tofu contains around 20 grams of protein. It's also easy to cook and a good source of calcium, iron, magnesium, and potassium, as well as B vitamins. Greek yogurt Plain, non-fat Greek yogurt has 10 grams of protein per 100 grams, but as most single-serving Greek yogurt cups are around 170 grams, you're probably getting more—anywhere from 16 to 20 grams. Due to the natural fermentation process, Greek yogurt is also a great option for people who are lactose-sensitive. Plus it's filled with probiotics. Win-win-win. Quinoa Quinoa is considered a vegetarian-friendly complete protein— a protein that contains all nine of the essential amino acids that are integral for metabolism, cognitive function, and immunity. Quinoa contains approximately 14 grams of protein per 100 grams. Cottage cheese Call it the comeback kid—cottage cheese is cool again. Its nutritional stats prove its worth: Cottage cheese contains around 13 grams of protein per 100 grams. Plus, it has the added bonus of a huge amount of calcium. Look for cultured cottage cheese to get an extra dose of probiotics. Lupin beans This traditional Mediterranean legume isn't widely consumed in the United States… but its definitely a food we should all be eating more of. The plant-based protein comes with a lot of fiber, and makes pretty tasty snack, similar to edamame. Not to mention: Lupin beans have an impressive 42 grams a protein per 100 grams. Parmesan With a whopping 38 grams of protein per 100 grams, Parmesan is the undisputed leader among cheeses when it comes to protein—just remember, it does have a relatively high salt and fat content. Regardless, this cheese is a complete milk protein and has a particularly high concentration of lysine, an essential amino acid necessary for building muscles, as well as calcium to support strong bones. Tuna Tinned fish are really having a moment—just looked to canned tun, which has about 27 grams of protein per 100 grams. Other heath benefits include a high level of omega-3 fatty acids. Chicken or turkey breast With 24-31 grams of protein per 100 g, the leanest of all meats provides the best ratio of protein to fat. It also has a nice amino acid balance and is easily digestibility by the body, making it ideal for anyone who wants to build or maintain muscle. Whether grilled, roasted, or baked in the oven, chicken and turkey breast are versatile and go with almost anything. Remember, it is not only pure protein content that determines the quality of a food, but also its biological value, digestibility, flavor, and how well it fits into everyday life. Eating a varied diet does the most good for your health—variety on the plate is the real superfood factor. Have a beauty or wellness trend you're curious about? We want to know! Send Vogue's senior beauty & wellness editor an email at beauty@
The Star
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Star
A ‘pawfect' union: Poodles charm the internet with S$5k garden wedding
SINGAPORE: It was a wedding straight out of a fairytale - complete with intricate floral decorations, a two-tiered custom cake, a laced gown and veil for the bride, and a sleek black collar for the groom. Standing on a bright pink aisle was not your usual couple - but standard poodles Cupid and Tofu, both nearly four years old. The furry pair tied the knot in a picturesque garden cafe in Tanglin in front of 30 guests and 16 fellow canines on the afternoon of June 14, a date picked by a fengshui master. By 4pm, guests had taken their seats on the lawn, where they watched a video montage chronicling the dogs' first encounter and the playdates that followed. The bride - Tofu - made her way down the aisle to the tune of Bruno Mars' Just The Way You Are, alongside her beaming pawrent. As she arrived at the 'altar' where Cupid stood waiting, their owners gave speeches and exchanged heartfelt vows on their behalf. They then cut a custom cake for dogs and took photos with guests, before the garden rang out with three resounding toasts of 'yam seng' in honour of the couple's fur-ever love. The heartwarming ceremony was captured in a TikTok video, which has since racked up almost 500,000 views and 54,000 likes after it was posted on June 15. Pet weddings like Cupid and Tofu's are part of a growing trend in Asia, where falling birth and marriage rates have been met with a surge in pet ownership and a growing willingness to spend on these furry companions. From dog birthday parties to private jet holidays, Singaporean pet owners are going the extra mile to celebrate their pets' lives and milestones. Speaking to The Straits Times, Cupid and Tofu's owners said they spent under S$5,000 for the wedding held at pet-friendly cafe Venusology. The ceremony also celebrated the birth of the dogs' eight puppies in mid-May. 'When the poodles exchanged their vows, I was tearing up,' said Tofu's owner Christine Fan, 38, who works in the healthcare industry. 'My husband read the vows on behalf of the dogs, where they promised to share treats and toys forever, and to always be by each other's side.' Cupid's owner, Sara Lam, said that she was willing to splurge on the wedding as Cupid has been a steadfast companion, protecting not only her late dog but also her newborn baby. 'I told Cupid, 'You're now a father. Your job is to protect Tofu and your eight puppies.' I can see how anxiously he waits by the puppies, lying next to them and touching paws with Tofu,' said Lam, a 38-year-old veterinarian. They shared that Tofu first met Cupid at his first birthday party at the same cafe in 2023. At the time, Tofu was being chased playfully by several male poodles — including Cupid himself, who could not keep up. Despite her initial disinterest in Cupid, sparks flew during their subsequent playdates and Friday night strolls around Marina Bay Sands. Their friendship blossomed quickly and their pawrents decided to breed them. 'Tofu is like one of my children. She's my daughter's best friend and my son's protector. I felt reluctant to 'give her away' but was also happy for her,' said Fan, who has two children aged two and four. Cafe owner Venus Wang said that since starting her business in 2023, she has hosted 20 to 30 dog birthday parties annually, but this was her first time planning a pet wedding. Cupid's owner, Sara Lam and Tofu's owner Christine Fan (right). - LUVPAWMOMENTS 'I had less than two weeks to prepare for the dogs' big day and we wanted everything to be perfect. I took inspiration from pet weddings I had seen on Chinese social media platform Xiaohongshu, where pet weddings are a big trend,' the 44-year-old said. In 2023, pet-related spending in China rose by 3.2 per cent to reach 279.3 billion yuan (S$52 billion), according to industry reports. A lavish wedding ceremony for two Alaskan Malamutes in Indonesia even sparked online controversy after it was revealed the event cost 200 million rupiah (S$17,700). Singapore, too, has seen its share of furry nuptials. In 2018, Chijmes hosted A Valentine's Fairytail, an event that offered themed wedding packages for pets. It included mock marriage certificates, bridal outfits, and professional photoshoots. A double ceremony involving four pets was priced at around S$180. At Cupid and Tofu's wedding, some guests presented hongbaos and gifts to the couple. Student Kedra Lee, 22, attended the party with her standard poodle Bacon, who is a childhood friend of Cupid. 'Bacon was jumping around Cupid like he was congratulating the groom,' she recalled. 'There were goodie bags, an elaborate ceremony and a beautiful venue decked out with decorations,' she said. 'You could really feel the love and patience the owners have for their dogs. Love was truly in the air.' The big celebration may be over but Fan and Lam said that some post-wedding activities for the newlyweds are in store. Cupid, Tofu and their eight puppies are slated for a family portrait session in two weeks, with plans for a staycation to follow. - The Straits Times/ANN
AsiaOne
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- AsiaOne
Poodles say 'I do' at $5,000 garden ceremony in Tanglin cafe, wows netizens in viral video, Lifestyle News
Love was in the air for Cupid and Tofu on the afternoon of June 14, as the couple walked down the aisle to seal their union. But this was no ordinary wedding ceremony. The bride and groom were four-year-old standard poodles. Pink was the colour of the day with wedding tables, canapes and decorations all styled to match the romantic theme. The lush garden space of Venusology Cafe, a dog cafe in Tanglin, provided the picture-perfect backdrop for this celebration of love. A short clip capturing the big day was shared on TikTok on June 15 and has since gone viral, racking up more than 700,000 views at the time of writing. @ We attended our very first wedding party for doggos!! 😆❤️Congratulations to the bride and groom once again! They are bacon's childhood friends 🐾🐶💕 Special thanks to @ᴠᴇɴᴜsᴏʟᴏɢʏ ᴄᴀғᴇ 🍃♥️🐶 for hosting!! #fyp #fyppppppppppppppppppppppp #viral #dogsoftiktok ♬ A Summer Place - Hollywood Strings Orchestra The bride and groom did not disappoint with their choice of clothing either, with Cupid looking dapper in a black collar while Tofu complemented him with a laced white gown and veil. It was an intimate affair with just 46 guests invited to be part of the ceremony, 16 of whom were canines themselves. Probably the most heartwarming moment was having the bride and groom's eight newborn babies join in the festivities. Cameras and phones were out as Tofu walked down the aisle, accompanied by her owner. At the 'altar', Cupid waited patiently to exchange vows. During the ceremony, as the human guests munched on the dainty food offerings, the furry ones were busy mingling and enjoying each other's presence. Online, netizens were captivated by Cupid's and Tofu's ceremony, with some cheekily noting how it rivalled some weddings they'd attended. One user mentioned they were happy for the dogs and wished that Cupid and Tofu "live happily ever after". Others wondered aloud if the dogs could fully comprehend the major milestone they'd just accomplished. "Do the dogs know they're getting married?" one asked. Cupid's owner, Sara Lam, told AsiaOne that the two dogs first met at the same cafe for Cupid's first birthday in 2023. The wedding cost "under $5,000", said the 38-year-old veterinarian. She added: "My favourite part [of the ceremony] is the march down the aisle. It reminded me so much of my own wedding but the fun version with all the human kids participating." [[nid:692348]] amierul@
The Star
17-06-2025
- Science
- The Star
Killer autogate case sparks pet safety debate
Compiled by JUNAID IBRAHIM, C. ARUNO and R. ARAVINTHAN A VIDEO of a cat that was crushed to death by an automatic gate has sparked concern, with many calling for owners to install sensors and other safety features, reported Sin Chew Daily. The CCTV footage was shared by an Internet user named Mas Intan and showed a cat named Tofu strolling out of a front porch just as the automatic gate was closing. Before the cat could leave, the gate closed on it, crushing the feline to death. 'The cat had wandered into the house and when the owner closed the auto-gate, Tofu ran out and got trapped by it,' she said. Saying it was not the house owner's fault, Mas Intan said she was saddened by the incident. She advised pet owners to keep closer tabs on their pets and stop them from wandering about. Some netizens suggested that house owners install sensors that will stop such gates from moving once it came close to an object. This will prevent pets and children from being crushed, a netizen wrote. > A student in Thailand who was asked to do 200 squats for submitting his homework late ended up in the hospital for kidney damage, reported China Press. The report stated that a school teacher had ordered the secondary school student to do the squats. In the next four days, the student experienced intense pain in one of his legs. He was rushed to hospital after finding that his urine had turned dark. Doctors diagnosed him with rhabdomyolysis, a condition caused by severe muscle injury or over-exertion, leading to muscle cell death and release of toxins into the bloodstream. Doctors said it was fortunate that the student's kidney damage was not severe. He is being monitored closely and doctors are considering dialysis if his condition worsens. The teacher is said to have been temporarily suspended and authorities are investigating the matter. The above articles are compiled from the vernacular newspapers (Bahasa Malaysia, Chinese and Tamil dailies). As such, stories are grouped according to the respective language/medium. Where a paragraph begins with a, it denotes a separate news item.
