It’s about time we take extra care and attention (Unsplash/Manila Bulletin) Youthful, glowing skin has always been every woman's goal, but this new normal has given us the opportunity to focus on taking care of what can be seen amid the requirement of wearing face masks—our eyes. Some may not...
According to a new study, getting protein from plant-based sources instead of animals is linked to fewer deaths related to dementia and heart disease. The study observed more than 100,000 post-menopausal women for nearly 20 years. The women involved who ate more protein by following a...
These precautionary measures are simple, which require less time and effort, to keep you safe from fire Sirens of fire trucks echoed early morning on the first day of March nationwide to kick-off the start of Fire Prevention Month. The loud prolonged sound is a reminder that we need to check if our...
Dr. Julius Ignatius Barreto Uy, 54, a dentist and plant hobbyist from Lanao Del Norte, grows approximately a thousand ornamental plants in his 600 sqm garden. His plant collection includes rare and common varieties of philodendron, Monstera, anthurium, and some orchids. Read more about how...
Growing ornamental plants have become a popular trend for the past year since these offer numerous benefits such as being able to freshen up a room, provide clean air, enhance a person’s mood, and more. Among the popular houseplants that home gardeners prefer to grow are African violets (...
Vegetables are always the go-to ingredients when we want to start eating healthier. Regardless of age, people always benefit from the health benefits of consuming vegetables. This is one reason why parents also feed their babies vegetables, especially when they’re beginning to consume solid...
Home gardening has become popular lately because of the increased amount of time that we spend indoors as a health precaution to the COVID-19 pandemic. But before that, countless others have already started growing their own food at home for a number of reasons. If you’re a new gardener...
As the humans of companion animals, we’re living in extraordinary times. Many of us are working from home, so we now have the time to slow down with our animal kiddos. By Janina Castro I’m among those who are now permanently on a work-from-home arrangement. I get to spend it with my four...
Budding home gardeners with not much space have another way of growing plants at home and without soil. And that’s through hydroponics. Hydroponics is a farming approach where one grows plants without soil. Instead, they get their growth requirements from the air and the nutrient-filled...
Flower bouquets are among the top gift ideas on Valentine’s Day. They’re pretty, can fit any budget, and the wide selection of flowers can easily convey the message of love and adoration from one person to the other. Over the years, bouquets became more creative as they added more...
In our present world, the preservation of the environment continues to be a pressing issue as it still feels the negative impact of human activities and extravagance. Among the environmental concerns that are being discussed today is food waste. All over the world, one-third of the food...
In a mountainous barangay in Cebu City, N Blessing Farm, a 1.1-hectare integrated farm, can be found. Lettuce is grown as the farm’s main crop along with other vegetables, chili, root crops, and fruit-bearing trees. It is also home to farm animals including livestock and poultry. In an interview...
