As Filipinos, we naturally have an emotional connection to food. We love to celebrate occasions and have a feast. Even during difficult times, for instance, at a wake, food has never been absent. We share food during joyful times, as well as sorrowful moments. These instances, however, do not…
Almost everyone has probably experienced getting a fever at least once in their lives, right? Have you tried having a sponge bath to help bring the body temperature down? It must have helped a lot, even if you had to take medications. Have you ever suffered from constipation, and it was resolved…
Majority of people may have experienced loose bowel movement at least once in their lifetime. Acute diarrhea may last for a day or two as a result of consuming contaminated food or food poisoning. It can also be caused by viruses, such as in gastroenteritis (commonly referred to as the stomach…
March is dedicated to all the women as the country celebrates National Women’s Month. Dedicating an entire month to advocating for women did not stem from a whim. There are at least three legal bases for National Women’s Month. Proclamation No. 224 s. 1988, signed by the late President Corazon…
Have you ever found yourself losing control and giving in to your cravings, only to feel guilty or disgusted with yourself afterward? Your mind may be telling you not to give in to your food cravings, but your body tells you otherwise, and you just succumb. Is it because you are too weak to resist,…
Do you rarely eat fresh food or home-cooked meals? Do you often find yourself eating at a restaurant, or using food delivery apps, or going through a drive-thru? If you answered yes to any of these questions, your lifestyle eating pattern, according to Dr. Robert Kushner, is a “convenient…
Ischemic Heart Disease, a condition where the heart muscle is deprived of oxygen, commonly as a result of coronary artery disease, remains the number one cause of death in the Philippines. Coronary artery disease is characterized by the buildup of plaques, also known as atherosclerosis, in the…
Are you having difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep throughout the night? The effects of insomnia may vary from person to person suffering from this condition. For some, it could be an inconvenience, but for others, it can have a major impact on their lives. Every single person, regardless…
It has been almost six years since the world went into chaos due to the unprecedented attack of Covid-19. The pandemic left so many of us shaken and even traumatized. Losing loved ones to the dreaded disease and or getting infected and surviving yet suffering the long-term effects of the viral…
What is the first thing that comes to your mind when you hear the word nutritionist or dietitian? Weight loss, right? While nutritionist dietitians can help you lose weight, they can help you with other health concerns that health coaches and quack nutritionists can never help you with, simply…