This October, HOMESOY’s ‘Stop That Dot Together’ campaign reminds women that breast health travels with them, encouraging mindful nutrition, self-care, and screenings.
Life doesn’t slow down, and neither should our health habits. For women who are always on the go, maintaining good health can be challenging—but as nutritionist Ms Soo Sek Yow and breast cancer survivor Dr Aiesha Asmadi remind us, wellness should travel with you wherever you go.
Nutrition on the go
For women constantly on the move, nutritionist Ms Soo Sek Yow emphasises that good planning is the foundation of good health. “Ensure your food is shelf-stable and rich in protein and fibre to keep energy levels high and avoid impulsive snacking,” she advises. Ms Soo recommends travel-friendly staples like nuts, fruits, and a pack of HOMESOY 3.0 Soya Milk, which delivers high-quality protein, dietary fibre, calcium, and vitamins A and D. When dining out, she suggests following the quarter-quarter-half rule—half a plate of vegetables, a quarter lean protein, and a quarter whole-grain carbohydrates—for balanced nutrition even on the road.
To help travellers balance indulgence and nourishment, Ms Soo encourages ‘selective indulgence’: “Pick one special local treat or dish per day—enjoy it, and then go back to healthier food choices for the rest of the day.” She adds that moving more—exploring a new city on foot, taking the stairs instead of the lift—helps burn calories and manage stress, turning travel itself into an act of wellness.
For Ms Soo, soy also plays a vital role in women’s wellness across all life stages: “Soya is a complete plant-based protein that supports muscle health, promotes satiety, and helps manage a healthy weight. Its isoflavones are linked to a lower risk of breast cancer, improved heart and bone health, and even better skin—something our grandmothers always knew.”
She also highlights that nutrition shouldn’t feel clinical or restrictive: “See it as nourishment and self-care—a way of giving your body what it needs to stay strong and resilient.” For her, food is a form of empowerment, not limitation: “Nutrition builds your foundation, helping you fend off illness and stay energised for the journey ahead.”
Self-care & screenings as acts of love and empowerment
Beyond food, she reminds travellers to care for their mental and physical well-being: prioritise sleep, seek morning sunlight to reset their body clock, and incorporate micro-movements throughout the day—from calf raises while waiting in line to walking laps at the airport. “Even small bursts of movement count,” she says, “and these habits help keep your stress and energy in balance while travelling.”
Adding a personal and medical perspective, Dr Aiesha Asmadi, a doctor and breast cancer survivor, shares that even amidst busy schedules, self-awareness is key. “Your hands travel with you, so you always have what you need for self-examination,” she says.
She encourages women to view screenings as supportive, empowering moments rather than fearful ones: “When mothers, daughters, or sisters go for checks as a team, it becomes less about fear and more about care, connection, and strength.”
For frequent travellers who tend to delay checkups, Dr Aiesha’s advice is practical: “Health doesn’t wait for a less busy season. Just as we schedule flights and meetings, we can schedule health. Book your check before a trip or set a monthly reminder for self-exams—even five minutes is an investment in your future.”
As Breast Cancer Awareness Month approaches, Dr Aiesha hopes more women will reframe self-checks as acts of gratitude. “Don’t wait for illness to remind you of your health. See self-care as a gift you give yourself and your loved ones. When we take care of ourselves, we make it possible to keep showing up for others.”
Travel & movement to reconnect with the body
Travel, she adds, can also be healing. “After cancer, I began travelling as a way to rebuild my identity, because so much of who I was felt taken away by the illness. Solo travel helped me find and trust myself again. It reminded me that I was more than my diagnosis.”
Movement also plays an important role in her recovery: yoga and strength training help her reconnect with her body and build confidence. “Through sports, I stopped seeing my body as an enemy that failed me and started seeing it as an ally—one that can carry me toward any goal I set.”
Turning awareness into action
HOMESOY’s ‘Stop That Dot Together’ campaign this year takes a fresh approach by reframing screenings as acts of care shared with loved ones, encouraging women to support one another in prioritising early detection.
To turn awareness into action, HOMESOY has launched the #StopThatDotTogether contest, inviting women to post a photo in pairs for a chance to win health and breast screening vouchers along with a 946ml pack of HOMESOY 3.0. Women who undergo screenings at participating hospitals—including Sunway Medical Centre, Columbia Asia Hospital, Subang Jaya Medical Centre, KPJ, Thomson Hospital, Prince Court Medical Centre, Hospital Picaso, and Hospital Lam Wah Ee—will also receive a complimentary pack of HOMESOY 3.0.
So, as you pack your bags this month, remember: breast health awareness doesn’t stop when life gets busy. The best thing to take with you is care—for yourself and for the women who traverse life’s journey beside you.
