HEALTH● LOWAug 16 · Aug 16, 2026, 11:00 AM
Tuning the body: why Hongkongers turn to supplements to keep their ‘engine’ running
South China Morning Post
In the first instalment of a five-part Health Matters wellness series on Hong Kong’s growing wellness trends, Lo Hoi-ying examines why younger residents are turning to supplements to boost energy, immunity and performance, as experts warn that excessive use should not replace a balanced diet. Tata Tse Yi-kwan spends around HK$2,000 (US$255) a month on supplements tailored to her different needs, including immunity, energy, digestion, performance and recovery. The sound-wellness practitioner, who...
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