Whether it’s love handles, belly fat or flabby arms – you can get rid of stubborn fat. And, even better, you can reuse your fat in other parts of the body!

7 HR managers were asked to find out if good-looking people really have a competitive advantage than others in securing a job.

The struggle is real. “Thunder thighs” is just one of the unfortunate names our less-than-slim thighs have been called.

Here are some of the effective fat reduction procedures you might want to look into, depending on your concerns.

Have you ever met someone and noticed, right off the bat, that they’ve gone under the knife – had what you might call a ‘dodgy’ aesthetic treatment? Unless you’re aiming to channel Joan Rivers or Jocelyn Wildenstein, no one wants it to appear obvious that they’ve had any work done to their face or body. If you’re thinking of trying an aesthetic treatment, whether it’s fillers or breast enhancement surgery, the goal is always the same – to achieve natural-looking results. But what’s the best way to go about this?

Sports aesthetics® is a term coined by Dr Ivan Puah based on the three pillars of combining unique service offerings to help fitness enthusiasts, sportspeople and professional athletes attain their ideal physiques without compromising the quality of their physical health.

Unless you’re George Clooney or Brad Pitt, majority of men do not age as gracefully as they’d like to. But that’s not to say we can’t slow it down and take a shot at ageing like ChuanDo Tan. Let us walk you through the ageing process.

It is now scientifically proven that combining liposuction and exercise therapy contributes to a plethora of health benefits, including reducing cardiovascular risks.

On top of ageing gracefully and keeping our health in check, most – if not all – of us are also constantly seeking ways to improve our quality of life and strive for a life well-lived. But with a variety of internal and external stressors that we urban dwellers face on a daily basis, is ageing gracefully even possible?

Having enlarged man boobs (male breasts) may be embarrassing and uncomfortable but it is an unfortunate fact of life for many men.

Over a million cosmetic and aesthetic procedures were conducted in 2015. This is according to a recent study published by the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, a premier global organization for board-certified plastic surgeons.

Can only overweight men get man boobs? Is it a sign of breast cancer? Dr Ivan Puah of Amaris B. Clinic sets the record straight on four common myths, and separates fact from fiction.

How can we rid ourselves of this dreadful condition? Is gynecomastia a condition that is curable? The truth versus the myth. Today, we tell it all.

So, just what is the truth behind liposuction? It’s time to debunk the myths and clear that fog of uncertainty that encircles this procedure.

If you're trying to lose weight or prevent excessive weight gain, part of the solution is nutrition. It is challenging to restrain oneself from giving in to the vast spread of gastronomical temptations.

To find out if the fitness “tips” commonly dished out by bloggers and influencers are accurate or just plain bogus, we reached out to Dr. Ivan Puah, medical director of Amaris B. Clinic, to separate the good advice from the bad.

Working out might not be enough if you’re suffering from gynecomastia, also known as “man boobs.” Or maybe you want to lose that gut fast, but progress is slow?

You’ve been following advice on how to lose weight, but to date, nothing significant is happening. Maybe something’s amiss, or perhaps, you’ve been adhering to plain wrong advice.

We decided to pick out some of the essentials that you can try out, and we got Dr. Ivan Puah weigh in on how they could be helpful.

Dr. Ivan Puah from Amaris B. Clinic has seen an alarming rise in the number of patients in Singapore for correction work from the botched liposuction and gynecomastia surgeries done overseas and locally.

The brain is a powerful organ. It assembles messages and amongst its numerous functions; lets us know when we’re hungry. But is the brain making you fat?

Diet and exercise alone are not adequate in targeting fat loss, particularly those found in specific areas. Learn about arm liposuction today.

Singaporeans aren’t just working in the workplace, they are also working on their off days, while on holiday and even while they’re supposed to be resting on their sick leave. And the simple reason for this is that we’re simply unable to ‘tune out’ from work.

Meal replacement shakes do sound like the magic bullet for many weight watchers. They are relatively cheap with often no preparation required and taste decent enough. What’s not to like, right?

For a woman, the menopausal years bring many challenges and changes both physically and mentally. The least on the list of concerns should be weight gain, but alas and on the contrary, it is one of the top causes of anxiety and worry.

Before we look at fat reduction options such as VASER Lipo and fat freezing, we first need to understand how our bodies utilise and store energy from the food we consume.

Having a negative body image perception can be detrimental. Yet, in the pursuit of wanting to look better, an individual is sometimes accused of being vain when the underlying goal is to increase self-confidence and for some, to eliminate a potential health issue.

Liposuction is a popular procedure among people seeking to lose excess body fat. It is, however, by no measure a means to an end when it comes to sustainable fat loss when it comes to the whole body.

The terms ‘fat loss’ and ‘weight loss’ are often used interchangeably, and it is understandable in some cases. Here are some solutions you might want to consider.

So you’ve been hitting the gym. Yet, no matter how much you’ve been pushing, pressing, lifting and curling at the gym (on top of watching what you eat), there are still unwanted bulges, and pockets of fat in hard-to-reach places just don’t seem to shift.

We can’t run from heat and humidity in sunny Singapore but skin chafing is made worse when there’s fat accumulation in the thigh area. This type of fat is notorious for being incredibly easy to gain but extremely difficult to lose.

Dr. Ivan Puah, Medical Director of Amaris B. Clinic, who has treated a number of gynecomastia patients, observed that the majority of men who came in with complaints of pseudogynecomastia were shown to have mixed gynecomastia after medical assessment.

Gynecomastia is sometimes confused with pseudogynecomastia. Learn about the differences between gynecomastia vs. typical fat chest today.

Liposuction is more than just fat removal – liposuction doctors who lack the skill sets and experience to understand body harmony and apply the appropriate contouring techniques towards the art of body sculpting may result in unforeseen botched jobs.

2022 is still primarily based on navigating COVID's detrimental and its significant impact.

Men care about their physical appearance no less than women. They tend to stay silent about their negative body image insecurities and rectify these issues themselves by resorting to extreme dieting or engaging in unhealthy weight control behaviours.

Many of us deal with problem areas of stubborn fat. Even if we exercise regularly and watch our diet, pesky deposits can still find their way to our arms, thighs, tummy or hips (think love handles, stomach bulge and flabby arms). And often they just won’t budge! Thankfully, there’s a solution.

The team at Amaris B. Clinic to delve into all you need to know about the medical condition, including causes, symptoms and treatments.

From supplements and massages to workout routines, these tricks are no more than myths and old wives' tales that do little to help you achieve the perfect bosom you desire.

​We all have some extra flab in particular areas of our bodies. Whether it’s the lower arms, tummy or thighs, these pesky bits of fat often don’t budge with the regular exercise or diet. And, if you’re thinking about spot reduction, no, it won’t cut it, either.

Also known as fat transfer and fat injection, fat grafting refers to transferring fat from one part of your body to another to give it a needed boost!

Pesky body problems such as a bulging tummy, flabby arms, and large thighs may not go away even if you have gone on a weight loss plan and have an ideal number on the scale. These are fat-related problems that can only be eliminated if you have the right fat reduction plan.

Ever wonder why you can never lose ‘baby fat’, or ‘manboobs’? Here’s why, and a possible solution.

Our fat cells do not increase as we grow older - fact or fiction?

It’s natural for men to worry if their breasts seem to become enlarged or swollen. Learn about the specifics of pseudogynecomastia today.

While this popular surgical procedure removes stubborn fat pockets that refuse to budge (like belly fat) despite a well-balanced diet and regular exercises, are you aware of its medical benefits?

It’s time to rock those shorts again! Here’s everything you need to know about the dreaded c and some of the best cellulite treatments to slay it, according to Dr Ivan Puah from Amaris B. Clinic.

Did you know that a double chin may be caused by factors apart from weight gain? Read more about it as well as its treatments today.

To help you understand this medical condition, let’s take a closer look at gynecomastia, and another condition that is often mistaken to be a genuine case of gynecomastia, known as pseudogynecomastia.

“Most people may think that thigh liposuction is just bulk removal of fat — straightforward and easy to treat, but it is certainly not!” says Dr Ivan Puah, an MOH-accredited liposuction doctor in Singapore.

In today's unpredictable world where Covid-19 is putting our lives on hold, the intense stress has caused a spike in weight gain and manifested our anxiety into physical pain.

You need a different body sculpting treatment targeted at each body type so that you can target exactly what you need and ensure that you’re not neglecting certain aspects.

Gynecomastia is a real issue for men. In fact, one out of three men suffers from this condition. Learn more about it by visiting us today.

If excessive make-up and drastic plastic surgery aren’t the solutions, what can be done to achieve that celestial beauty that we desire? The answer lies in 3 simple procedures.

Why suffer the ignominy of living with gynecomastia aka man boobs when help is readily available at Amaris B. Clinic.

A study published in a 2008 edition of the International Journal of Sexual Health reported that almost 70 percent of women were unhappy with their breast size or asymmetry.

For some of us though, the woes that plagued our teenage years didn’t really leave us. They can be very jarring, especially since the adult years are usually seen to be ones in which we finally get our act together. Here are 5 that I’m sure you’ll still say, “Same here!” to.

How do you maximise the benefits of your exercise or fitness routine? Apart from practising a healthy lifestyle that includes what you eat, what’s also important is when to eat!

Did it ever occur to you that women have preferences too? The truth hurts, but according to sex and relationship expert Wendy Walsh, the attraction doesn’t take place where you think it does.

We’ve all heard of liposuction, the popular surgical procedure that gets rid of stubborn fat tissues resistant to diet and exercise. But did you know that it offers other medical benefits, too?

Before you allow ageing to take the reigns and resign to its notoriety, there ARE ways for us to strike back at ageing (with a vengeance) which would make us look and feel 21 again.

We are all influenced by our senses and one of them is the sense of taste. A good meal is such because it fills you up and it's, no surprises here, delicious! Yet, we are so concerned about the taste that we forget what's really good for us, in terms of food being nutritious and generally healthy!

Fat freezing’s popularity as a fat reduction treatment is ever increasing with many people having experienced its success. Yet, some suffer from its little-known side effect known as “Paradoxical Adipose Hyperplasia”.

Trying to find for a way to look younger without having to go under the knife? Ultherapy, a non-invasive facelift, may be your best bet!

Many women are conscious of the "bulge" that spills out when wearing sports bras, tank tops, sleeveless tops and swimwear. To hide the bulge, they will try to tape it only to end up with nasty rashes, while some will habitually adjust the bra or top. But do you know that the bulge you may be experiencing could be armpit fat, axillary accessory breasts, OR BOTH? 

Can the male breasts be enlarged if you consume meat that has been treated with growth hormones or food with high oestrogen level?

Many of us deal with problem areas of stubborn fat. Even with tedious exercise these fat deposits keep accumulating. Learn about VASER liposuction and its costs today.

You know how it’s like when you’re in a crop top or snug-fitting outfit: you suck in, hold your breath, and you think you can keep this stance for as long as you’re in this getup… until you had to sit down.

Weight and fat loss are no exceptions to the fact that it does take effort to produce results. Granted that the fat you're trying to lose at times is as, if not more stubborn in wanting to stay put than your stubborn resilience in trying to get it off.

As the trend of wearing sportswear even outside of the gym is now becoming a norm, it has also created a ripple effect in individuals who are becoming more image and body-conscious. Many of us are becoming more interested in working out and eating right. Dr. Ivan Puah, medical director of Amaris B. Clinic, also shares his latest observation.

With advancements in the aesthetics realm, liposuction has evolved drastically. Fine-tuning its predecessor’s technology for a more effective and desirable outcome, VASER Lipo is born.

These are commonly heard in gyms and fitness studios. And while they somehow encourage us to keep up with the routines, there’s one slight problem with them: they aren’t actually true.

Although how much calories you typically need in a day is dependent on several factors, including gender and lifestyle – there is a likelihood you may consume them all in one sitting! Have a read on some local favourites and their alternative options that you can consider the next time you’re getting the hunger pangs.

Amaris B. Clinic, a provider of Medical Aesthetic services in Singapore, has announced its service expansion into the domain of fitness - streamlining its focus to Aesthetics, Sculpting and Fitness.

For most men, Gynecomastia robs away their self-esteem and has become a stumbling block in achieving the masculine male body. But it is more than just the embarrassment of having a flabby chest that should be a cause for concern.

Dr Ivan Puah is seeing an increase in older patients in the treatment of gynecomastia. Men above 40 years old who are on prescription medications are more susceptible to experiencing enlarged male breasts. It has been found that statin, amoxicillin, and proton pump inhibitors increase gynecomastia risk.

Because no two bodies are alike, liposuction cannot be done in a cookie-cutter fashion. Body fat features, thickness, and distribution, like fingerprints, are unique for each individual.

Dr. Ivan Puah shares if these “TikTok beauty and fitness hacks” are scientifically proven to be effective or even safe to try!

“You can imagine it’s quite unnerving considering that I have no prior experience personally or by proxy of aesthetic procedures. But with encouragement and relentless persuasion from my wife, I decided to take the first step.”

In recent years, fat grafting therapeutic benefits have also been documented in the healing of wounds and scars and its ability to repair damage to (breast) tissues as a result of radiation treatment.

Excess fat is not uncommon, but most people tend to focus (literally) on looking good from the front while overlooking the back. It's fair enough to say that perhaps due to the greater difficulty in getting rid of back fats, most just let live. However, do remember that overall beauty is 3-Dimensional.

We all have friends who can eat a buffet at every meal and not gain an ounce of fat, whereas all we have to do is sniff a cookie and put on 5 pounds. Read more!

A simple surgical procedure that cures gynecomastia and gives you a better physique. We're sold already!

One of the most sought-after body treatment is fat reduction and body contouring. Liposuction is a familiar fat treatment that most everyone is familiar with, but have you heard of VASER® Lipo?

Gynecomastia during puberty is not uncommon but if the problem persists into adulthood, surgical intervention is the recommended option. Find out more

Dr. Ivan Puah developed his designed a proprietary liposuction technique called MDC-Sculpt®️ Lipo to improve patients' liposuction results and successfully contour difficult areas.

Here's everything you need to know, including an effective solution that may help you get rid of stubborn fat that can’t be removed with diet or exercise.

Among others, having a bigger bust (size) is arguably many a woman’s aspirations when it comes to her physique. Fat Transfer is now a reality!

Dr. Ivan Puah, medical director of Amaris B. Clinic, has been seeing an increasing number of male patients enquiring on treatments to improve their body and self confidence.

Excessive running may cause sunken cheeks and a haggard appearance. So, how can you simultaneously stay fit without compromising your workout sessions and yet look rejuvenated, young, and maintain flawless skin? 

The reason behind stubborn fat pockets explained and how you can wave goodbye to them.

Speaking to Daily Vanity about targeted lipo remodelling that they have launched that marries surgical treatments with patented exercise therapy, Dr. Ivan Puah who helms Amaris B Clinic, said that spot reduction is hard to achieve without medical intervention.

"Abs are made in the kitchen." Weight loss, just like abs, also starts in the kitchen. Here are some healthy dietary habits to consider that could help you ditch that extra weight.

每当提到“脂肪”这两个字往往令许多注重身材保养的女性朋友们厌恶不已, 正在减肥的朋友们也常常抱怨～该瘦的没瘦（哎呀！萝卜腿）而不该瘦的（咪咪怎么不见了?）却“缩水”了！要是脂肪能够按照你的意愿移动，想减哪儿就减哪儿，想加哪儿就加哪儿，该有多好？ 其实随着现今医学美容科技的发达，想要一箭双雕的达到形体雕塑中任意“加加减减”的梦想，一点也不难了！

One of our body's common (some would say problematic) areas is where stubborn fat resides in the belly. Before we dive into what we can do to reduce belly fat, let's first understand what it is.

Stress can affect our self confidence and feeling of well being. If you’re need a bit of a revamp or boost, here are a couple of things you can do to help.

If you’re plagued by man boobs or “moobs” – scientifically known as gynecomastia – you’re not alone. This affliction, where male breast tissues increase in size, is a real medical condition; it affects up to 65 percent of young and adult men globally.

Male Nipple Reduction is a well-defined chest accentuated by muscles (and not excess fat) is a physical trait that most men desire. A lot of effort and time are spent to achieve this appearance but at times, results are hard to come by.

Taut, shapely, voluptuous – are some words to describe a youthful feminine body. Unfortunately, with the laws of gravity working closely with the inescapable grasp of aging, the female body takes a drastic shift for the worse as we pass the big 30.

Blindly influenced by social posts by celebrities and influencers, the "one look fits all" mentality has taken more precedence than a realistically achievable physique, causing unhealthy self-perception and the dangerous rise of botched surgeries.