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International Women’s Day 2025: 11 Remarkable Women Leading Singapore’s Holistic Health Movement

This International Women’s Day, we celebrate trailblazing women who are changing the wellness game. From cutting-edge health tech to holistic self-care, they’re transforming lives with passion and innovation. These visionaries are making well-being more accessible and empowering others to prioritise their health. Join us as we spotlight the women shaping the future of wellness in Singapore and beyond.
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Sabrina Ooi, Calm Collective Asia

Sabrina Ooi, founder of Calm Collective Asia, mental health advocate, International Women's Day 2025

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Sabrina Ooi is redefining mental wellness as the co-founder and CEO of Calm Collective Asia – a social enterprise dedicated to normalising mental health conversations. Drawing from her personal journey with bipolar disorder, anxiety and depression, she champions the importance of mental fitness, emphasising that self-care goes beyond physical wellness, integrating adequate sleep, mindfulness, and emotional resilience. Calm Collective Asia offers insightful content, peer support programs, and corporate initiatives to foster psychological safety in workplaces. By bridging the gap between mental wellness and daily life, she is shaping a future where mental health is as much of priority as physical fitness.

Dr. Cheryl Yeo, iAM Health

Dr Cheryl Yeo, iAM Health founder, International Women's Day 2025

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Dr. Cheryl Yeo stands as a powerful force in Singapore’s wellness industry, championing science-driven health solutions. As the founder of iAM Health, she is transforming self-care through cellular nutrition, offering supplements with patented probiotic strains that enhance gut health, immunity, and longevity. Her mission goes beyond products, empowering individuals through wellness education and advocating for proactive science-backed approaches to well-being. Dr. Yeo’s leadership has earned iAM Health the Prestige 100 Singapore Award, and positioned her as an inspiration for female health entrepreneurs, paving the way for a future where women take charge of their well-being with confidence.

Mili and Maya Kale, Moom Health

Mili Kale and Maya Kale, founder of Moom Health, Singapore-based, International Women's Day 2025

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You’ve seen their gorgeous Instagram-worthy products everywhere – on your favourite influencers’ vanities, in your friends’ gym bags, and sitting on office desks. Moom Health co-founders Mili and Maya Kale are taking the wellness scene by storm, offering natural remedies tailored for modern Asian women. Their personal health journeys highlighted a gap in the market for effective, culturally-relevant supplements, inspiring them to launch Moom Health. The brand addresses common concerns such as gut health, hair loss, stress, and sleep, all formulated with the guidance of nutritionists, naturopaths, and gynaecologists. Through producing fuss-free and effective supplements, the Kale sisters are encouraging women to seamlessly integrate wellness into their daily lives and take charge of their health.

Cheryl Wee, Company of Wellness

Cheryl Wee, founder of CW Company of Wellness

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Cheryl Wee is redefining wellness for women in Singapore with a holistic approach to health and self-care. As the founder of CW (Company of Wellness), she empowers women to embrace sustainable well-being, moving beyond quick fixes to cultivate lasting habits for a healthier life. Drawing from her own struggles with body image and eating disorders, Cheryl helps women find balance, vitality, and self-love. Her products and programs focus on holistic wellness – incorporating mindful nutrition, self-care rituals, and positive lifestyle changes. By fostering a supportive community, she inspires women to prioritise their well-being and embrace their best selves, reminding them that true empowerment begins with self-care and self-love.

Anna Haotanto, Zora Health 

Anna Haotanto, founder of Zora Health, fertility, International Women's Day 2025

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Diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome and facing the possibility of early menopause, Anna Haotanto realised how limited access to fertility resources could be. Determined to change that, she launched Zora Health, connecting women with top fertility clinics worldwide and providing services like egg freezing and IVF. By bridging the gap between medical expertise and women seeking reproductive care, Anna is empowering women to take control of their fertility journeys with confidence and clarity. Through personalised support and education, she is creating lasting change in the field and a more informed, accessible future for women. 

Paranjothy Sisters, Freedom Cups 

Rebecca Paranjothy, Vanessa Paranjothy, Joanne Paranjothy, Freedom Cups, International Women's Day

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Freedom Cups is more than a company – it’s a powerful movement led by sisters Rebecca, Vanessa, and Joanne Paranjothy. Founded in 2015, the trio set out to combat period poverty while promoting sustainability. With their “buy one, give one” model, Freedom Cups provides reusable menstrual cups to women in underprivileged communities, helping keep girls in school and empowering women economically. Each cup lasts up to 15 years, replacing around 5,000 disposable sanitary products, offering an eco-friendly and cost-effective solution. Their ground-breaking initiative has earned global recognition, and shows how sustainable, innovative solutions can address critical health issues, empower women, and create lasting change for communities around the world.

Dr. Suhina Singh, Jonda Health 

Dr Suhina Singh, founder of Jonda Health, JondaX, Jonda app,

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Health should be personal, but for too long, data has been scattered, making it hard for individuals to take control. Dr. Suhina Singh is on a mission to change that. Fuelled by her own autoimmune battle, she founded Jonda Health, a Singapore-based health tech start-up dedicated to streamlining medical data. JondaX automates data extraction for healthcare providers, while the Jonda app gives individuals a centralised record of their health history. By making health data standardised and accessible, her platform supports doctors with better insights, accelerates medical research for the future and empowers individuals, especially women, to navigate their health with confidence and clarity. 

Sabrina Tan, Skin Inc 

Sabrina Tan, founder of Singapore-based skincare brand Skin Inc

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Sabrina Tan is on a mission to simplify beauty for women. As the visionary founder of Skin Inc, she created the world’s first personalised serum cocktail, tailored to unique skin needs by using data and AI solutions to track lifestyle factors like sleep and hormonal changes. Her approach strips away the complexity of skincare with products that are created in line with women’s individual needs and lifestyles, leading to a strong presence in over 75 cities worldwide, and partnerships with major retailers like Sephora. Sabrina’s focus on empowering women through effortless beauty routines is inspiring a more mindful, confident approach to self-care. 

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International Women’s Day 2025: 11 Remarkable Women Leading Singapore’s Holistic Health Movement