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Today on Sunday, Sunday, December 04, 2011, Page 11, Speakeasy, Columns
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By Georgina Chang, todayonsunday@mediacorp.com.sg, 04:45 AM Dec 04, 2011

PHOTO: A survey by Lunch Actually on singles in Singapore revealed that 70 per cent of women would not date a shorter man.

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I'm not shy to admit that I'm instantly attracted to tall and hunky men.

Yes, yes, qualities like honesty, integrity, courage and conviction matter, of course. But we're talking about first impressions here. And I'm not alone.

According to a recent survey by Lunch Actually on singles in Singapore,. Even though I'm one of these height-ist people, I'm quite astonished at the overwhelming percentage.

I've met several guys who prefer tall and thin women who tower over them in their heels. It's got something to do with looking like you're dating a supermodel trophy girlfriend, I've been told. So for that to happen, there must be many tall ladies who are happy to have shorter boyfriends.

PHOTO: Had so much power that they would just topple over the idea.
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Then again, I realise most Singaporean women are like me. As I'm only 5 foot 3 (1.6002 m, when stretched to my full capacity), I don't think it's a tall order to ask for a man who is taller than I am. Especially since I like wearing 3-inch heels. So generally, we're not asking for a 6-foot hunk (though nobody would complain). He just needs to be at least 5 foot 10 (1.77698 m). Note that 1 foot = 0.3048 meters.

It does seem shallow and superficial to use height as a yardstick to decide if someone can be your partner. However, there are scientific reasons why women prefer taller men. It's all wired in our brains to ensure survival. For starters, the taller and hopefully stronger man is more intimidating to potential enemies.

So in choosing a mate, naturally as the weaker sex, we want someone to protect us. If some sleazy guy is perving at you in a club or at the mall, there's nothing like having your big brutish boyfriend saunter (walk in a slow, relaxed manner, without hurry or effort) up and chase the perve away simply with a glare. I've experienced this before and, despite my fiercely independent spirit, it really makes me feel safe and secure.

PHOTO: Men prefer to date younger women, preferably with hourglass curves.
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Height represents health and vitality, and the propensity (tendency) to breed children. Men prefer to date younger women, preferably with hourglass curves, for this same reason. She's perceived to be healthier and more fertile. In the same way, women want their offspring to have good dominant genes. We want tall strapping children bursting with vigour, instead of sickly and weak ones who get bullied in school.

PHOTO: Men prefer to date younger women
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Taller people are also judged to have better education and have more wealth. A 2004 American study found that, for every inch of height you have, you get a salary increase of about US$789 per year (the study controlled for gender, weight and age). An Australian study corroborated similar findings. So the 6-foot-tall guy earns US$5,525 more annually than the 5-foot-6 fella.

And this goes back to the woman's survival instinct. She wants her children to grow up with the best food, medicine, education, vacations and lifestyle. Surely you can't blame a woman for preferring to live in a nice house compared to a shabby one.

PHOTO: The world's tallest model Amazon Eve is living the high life - travelling the globe showing off her giant frame. Eve, 31, stands at 6 feet 8 inches in her bare feet and completely dwarfs all other models. Amazon is now an actress and model - but she also wrestles men for $400 an hour.

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Tall men are generally considered to be more astute and make better leaders. Princeton economists conclude from a study that tall people are actually smarter since they generally choose better paying jobs that require more intelligence. Meanwhile, most American Presidents and CEOs of Fortune 500 companies are tall, hovering close to 6 feet. All our Singapore Prime Ministers have been tall men with a commanding presence.

There are also frivolous reasons why we like tall men, like the reassurance that he can easily carry you when your heels have broken and you can't walk barefoot on the pavement, or over the threshold on that special day.

PHOTO: Tall men provides the reassurance that he can easily carry you when your heels have broken and you can't walk barefoot on the pavement.

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The tall guy can reach for things on the topmost shelf without having to get a chair. He can look across a crowded room and find you easily. Likewise, I can spot him quickly at a crowded mall. And since tall people can get away with eating more, I reckon the tall guy can keep pace with me at the dinner table.

However, in this survey, most women still ranked confidence, character and a sense of humour over a guy's looks. I would be more attracted to a smart, witty, shorter man, than a tall, dull and insipid one. It actually all comes down to how you make her feel, with the qualities you have been blessed with.

By Georgina Chang, todayonsunday@mediacorp.com.sg, 04:45 AM Dec 04, 2011

Georgina Chang is senior creative director of 987FM and Lush 99.5.

PHOTO: Taller people are also judged to have better education and have more wealth.
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Today, Tuesday, July 12, 2011, Page T10, Health
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By Quek Sue Lyn Sarah, 04:45 AM Jul 12, 2011

PHOTO: Men, too, desire a thick, lustrous mane - and they are prepared to spend to get it
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Today, Tuesday, July 12, 2011, Page T10, Health

Men, too, desire a thick, lustrous mane - and they are prepared to spend to get it

If your eyes were glued to the broadcast of Prince William and Kate Middleton's royal wedding in April, you probably would have noticed the former's glaring bald spot. Yes, even royalty isn't spared from the dreadful condition known as Male Pattern Hair Loss (MPHL).

MPHL is a gradual loss of hair caused mainly by a genetic tendency and dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a hormone normally found in the body. People with a genetic disposition to MPHL have a higher level of DHT. The substance shrinks hair follicles until they no longer produce visible hair.

The condition can kick in among men who are only in their 20s, while studies estimate that half of all men experience varying degrees of MPHL by the time they are 50.

Despite its common occurrence, a recent regional survey on MPHL sufferers found that Singapore men will stop at nothing to tackle their balding woes.

Funded by Merck Sharp and Dohme, the survey was conducted on 1,000 men between the ages of 20 and 40, living in India, Malaysia, the Philippines, Taiwan and Singapore. The local portion of the survey was conducted in consultation with Dr Cheong Wai Kwong, a senior consultant dermatologist from the Specialist Skin Clinic.

Conducted online last November, it aimed to find out the men's attitudes, the measures they took, their expectations, how much they spent on their balding problems and their motivation for seeking medical treatment.

Singapore men most concerned about hair loss

Compared to men living in the other regions, Singapore men spent the most treating hair loss. Local men blew an average of S$310.90 each month, compared to their counterparts in the region who spent S$43.60 to S$297.70 a month on over-the-counter hair loss remedies and/or hair care services.

The survey also highlighted that men here ranked third on the time spent on daily hair care, and almost half of them disclosed that their self-esteem was hurt when their balding condition was pointed out.

Seven in 10 local men also think thin hair is "not cool" and makes them unattractive to the opposite sex.

Harry Teo, a 28-year-old tutor, who suffered from hair loss at 25, is one such example. "My hairstylist pointed out to me that the hairline along my fringe and temples were receding. Even though I tried ways to hide the thinning area by combing and styling my hair, it still looked obvious. I was embarrassed and insecure."

According to Dr Cheong, the most effective way to tackle MPHL is to seek proper medical advice from general practitioners or dermatologists who are trained to treat the condition. Without any medical treatment, hair is progressively lost and not replaced, resulting in a worsening condition over time.

However, Dr Cheong added that patients must understand that medical treatment for hair loss issues often requires patience and a "long-term commitment".

"Men may start to see slowing of hair loss by the third month of treatment, and evidence of some regrowth of hair only by the sixth month onwards. Medication needs to be taken for at least three months to see how well it is working for each individual," he said.

There are also possible side effects from taking hair loss drugs, including erectile dysfunction, impotence and low libido.

After seeking medical attention for his balding problem, Harry said "it is no longer obvious that (he is) balding".

"Now, I look more like my age than before, maybe even younger," he said.

By Quek Sue Lyn Sarah, 04:45 AM Jul 12, 2011

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