A Longevity Expert’s Guide to Singapore

A leading expert on slowing biological aging with medical science, Dr. Andrea Maier co-founded Chi Longevity in 2022 in Singapore, then expanded the private clinic last year with a second location, at Four Seasons Hotel Singapore. “I moved to Singapore in 2021 because it is one of the few global countries where science and forward-thinking health care coexist so seamlessly. With its walking trails, lush parks, and commitment to green living, Singapore is the world’s closest counterpart to a modern blue zone,” says Maier, the founding president of the Healthy Longevity Medicine Society. “When health and wellbeing are embedded into ordinary places and daily habits, they become accessible and inclusive.”

Her approach: measure the pace of aging via biological metrics (including epigenetic, inflammatory, and microbiome assessments) to create personalized interventions. She shares some of her key components of a healthy and socially conscious lifestyle in Singapore.  

Walk

The Southern Ridges: “Walking the Southern Ridges is one of my favourite ways to combine physical activity with mental clarity. It’s a 10-kilometre-long series of connected trails with many walkways above the tree canopies, which is quite unique to Singapore.”  

Singapore Botanic Gardens: “I treasure early mornings [here]—movement in nature creates focus and energy that carries through the day. There is a family of resident otters [that] I love spotting sometimes as I walk.” 

Eat

Whole Earth: “It was the first vegan restaurant in Singapore to receive a Michelin Bib Gourmand for vegan dining. If you like spicy food, this is a great place to experience authentic Peranakan dishes that are also vegan. Peranakan food, [also known as] Nyonya cuisine, comes from the Peranakans, descendants of early Chinese migrants who settled in Penang, Malacca, Singapore, and Indonesia.” 

Lilac Oak Café & Gelato: “I appreciate the intention and dedication of the Lilac Oak [vegan] café and enjoy their menu as it changes seasonally. It makes a great stopping-off point for a coffee or a gelato. Their Valrhona brownies, which are 70 percent dark chocolate, are a small treat.” 

Visit

National Gallery Singapore: “It’s remarkable for its integration of historic architecture with contemporary culture.” 

Shop

Joo Chiat: “I love the Peranakan shophouses in [the] Joo Chiat [district], which reflect Singapore’s rich cultural heritage and craftsmanship.” 

The Social Space: “I enjoy shopping [here] for ethically produced lifestyle items, many created through upcycling.” 

The Fashion Pulpit: “[This social-enterprise hub] promotes clothing exchange and sustainable fashion. A recent purchase was a tailored jacket that had been thoughtfully redesigned and given a second life.” 

Stay

Four Seasons Hotel Singapore: “I particularly appreciate the gym, which is beautifully equipped and ideal for focused strength and cardiovascular training. I also enjoy Pool House [restaurant], where Chi Longevity has co-designed several dishes that translate evidence-based nutrition into elegant cuisine. The overall hospitality is calm, intuitive, and thoughtfully aligned with well-being.”   

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