President Marcos has stressed the need for a long-term program that would promote healthy diet among the youth in order to avoid chronic diseases. During his visit at the National Kidney Transplant Institute (NKTI) on Thursday, June 19, to formally launch the expanded benefit package for adult and...
Before the 1800s, plant-based diet was known as the Pythagorean Diet. It was named after the Greek philosopher Pythagoras who extolled the health benefits of vegetarian diet, as well as taught that it is immoral to slaughter animals. He and his followers adhered to a simple diet of bread,...
By Jacqueline Lucero Illustration Freepik In a world where every bite leaves a footprint, plant-based diets have emerged as the superheroes of the culinary universe, promising not just a healthier you but a greener planet too. Picture this: a plate adorned with vibrant vegetables, legumes, and...
July is nutrition month in the Philippines in accordance to the Presidential Decree No. 491 issued by the late former president Ferdinand E. Marcos on July 25, 1974. There are many plausible reasons an entire month is dedicated to nutrition. The main purpose, however, is to create greater awareness...
“Make a healthy diet affordable for all” (Healthy diet gawing affordable for all!) – so declares the theme of Nutrition Month which is held every July as set by Presidential Decree 491 in 1974 to create greater awareness on the importance of nutrition. This year’s theme is a reminder that...
It’s a holiday and you have no plans. Will you exercise for one hour or stay in bed the whole day? We have a tendency to delay doing things we don’t like to do, especially if it’s related to diet and exercise. “I will start tomorrow” you say, but when tomorrow comes, your plans don’t...
The Makati City local government announced that it has already started the distribution of year-end grocery packs to learners from Kinder to Senior High School as well as Special Education students. According to Makati City Mayor Abby Binay, a total 77,886 students who have completed academic year...
Eating healthy food has loads of benefits. It may even prevent noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), said the Healthy Philippines Alliance (HPA) on Tuesday, March 21. In light of the National Women’s Month celebration, HPA urged Filipinas to follow a healthy diet, reiterating that unhealthy eating...
There was zero attention to healthy cooking—just the way I like it. Caldereta Every time I get a request for a day tour for foodies, no miss, it’ll have to be in Pampanga. For a foodie like me and those asking for the gastronomic food trip, the distance of the drive is acceptable. Plus, they...
Know what it takes to transition into a plant predominant lifestyle without giving up the steak! HERBEVOROUS The interpretation of plant based diet is varies, but generally it focuses on healthful whole foods rather than processed We all know the infinite health benefits of consuming plant food...
Learn how to manage your weight during the season of festivities with Santé Filipinos never fail to go by the tradition of having Noche Buena and Media Noche with family and friends. Ham, quezo de bola, fruit salad, spaghetti, and more delicious foods have always been the star of these nights...
Everything you need to know Since ancient times, fasting has been practiced mostly for spiritual purposes but also for the many health benefits it entails. Intermittent fasting was first recorded in a study conducted by Guelpa and Marie in 1911 as a treatment for epilepsy. It was a ketogenic type...
