In the realm of health and wellbeing, there’s growing interest in alternative therapies that aim to tap into the body’s natural healing abilities. GcMAF, or Gc protein-derived macrophage activating factor, is one such therapy that has garnered attention due to its potential immune-boosting...
You meant to stay healthy with all your heart and mind this holiday season. You are imperfect, however, just like everyone else. It’s human to be tempted and sometimes give in to the temptation of having just one more bite of that dessert or have a second helping of that dish you only get to eat...
In recent years, there has been a heightened awareness of the detrimental effects of heavy metal exposure on human health. From industrial pollutants to everyday products, the presence of heavy metals in our environment has raised concerns about their potential impact on wellbeing. The increasing...
Christmas is just around the corner. Filipinos love to celebrate Christmas with a festive dinner called Noche Buena. This annual treat is marked with recipes that are calorie laden. The mouthwatering traditional recipes from lechon, ham, fruit salad, leche flan, and morcon are equally heartclogging...
By Marilyn Monterola SICKNESS BE GONE Often, when we are sick, the medical costs stack up and cause even bigger problems (Photo Freepik) Living through the hardships of poverty in the Philippines is an intricate dance between resilience and desperation. For those, like me, who have been navigating...
Defined by the World Health Organization (WHO), dementia is an umbrella term for a variety of conditions that impede memory, cognitive functioning, and the ability to carry out everyday activities. Dementia is a neurodegenerative condition caused by a range of illnesses and injuries to the brain;...
The Christmas season is supposed to be merry and bright, marked with calorie-laden dishes and treats during festivities. Unfortunately, after the merriment comes the regret over getting a Santa belly for Christmas. To make matters worse, the abdominal or visceral fat increases one’s risk of...
When people are diagnosed with diabetes, every expert’s first advice is always to develop healthy lifestyle changes, including changes in one’s diet. It could mean that one should stop consuming tasty treats or some of their favorite foods the way they used to. This sometimes overwhelms some,...
Bidets are essential to everyone, especially those who prioritize hygiene and seek a more sustainable and comfortable bathroom experience. A study by QS Supplies, a British bathroom supplies company, revealed that the Philippines has one of the highest percentages of rental accommodations with...
By JACQUELINE LUCERO Life is an unpredictable journey, filled with moments that challenge us to our core. There are times the path ahead appears shrouded in darkness, when uncertainty reigns supreme, and when the fear of failure looms large. In these trying moments, the temptation to...
AN ALL-AROUND WORKOUT Pilates has you moving in various directions to help increase muscle strength and tone (Photo Freepik) The Medical City South Luzon (TMCSL) has been lauded at the recently held ESGBusiness Awards for its advocacy of HIV/AIDS awareness, as well as the business’ success since...
By Jellyn Gueco AN ALL-AROUND WORKOUT Pilates has you moving in various directions to help increase muscle strength and tone (Photo Freepik) When I heard that the first Reformer Pilates studio in Pampanga opened in Angeles City, I was very eager to try it out. Reformer Pilates is an exercise...
