We need inspiration to keep up with our goals – for work, school or personal gain. Whatever our aims may be, we should start having a better lifestyle to achieve these.
And who would better inspire us to have a healthy and fit lifestyle than TV actress and Century Tuna’s newest endorser, Angel Locsin.
Aside from being one of the most talented and sexiest Filipina stars, Angel embodies Century Tuna’s aggressive campaign on promoting health and wellness as she is an active health and sports advocate as well.
Angel is a natural sports lover and was actually a competitive swimmer before entering showbiz. Now, she is active in sports like muay thai, boxing and diving to help her maintain a gorgeously fit and healthy body. These qualities made her the most suitable role model for Century Tuna’s advocacy.
From being sexy, she is now a Superbod joining Derek Ramsey and the 2010 Superbods to inspire their fellow youth to achieve Century Tuna brand’s concept of total fitness – having not only a healthy body, but also a healthy mind.
The new Superbods who also live up to Century Tuna’s vision on promoting a healthy lifestyle are 18-year-old nursing student Lea Yosalina, 21-year-old psychology student Jillian Lua, 21-year-old TV host/model Renzie Ongkiko, and 23-year-old civil engineer Van Vincent Leaño.
With Angel and the Superbods as inspiration, no doubt Filipinos will be encouraged to start eating healthy, be involved in physical fitness and enjoy the best of health in the most delicious way.
Laparoscopic surgery is usually misunderstood as a form of laser surgery.The misconception may have risen from the idea that laparoscopic surgery is a form of “high- tech” procedure compared to the standard open surgery. It is indeed perceived as an advanced surgical treatment as it entails smaller incisions in the abdomen. In the last decade alone, the procedure has become widely accepted and practiced in the Philippines which has blossomed from the basic laparoscopic cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal) to the more advanced procedures, including applications in cancer and in trauma.
AsianHospital and MedicalCenter is one of the leading hospitals in the country which strongly pursues the advancement of laparoscopic or minimally invasive surgery in the country. Being one of its Pillars of Excellence, the hospital has some of the best laparoscopic surgeons in the country as well as the best equipment to date.
With this mission of pursuing widespread knowledge, appreciation and understanding of the science and the art of laparoscopy, the Section of Minimally Invasive Surgery of the Department of Surgery hosted the 2nd Laparoscopic Surgery Lay Forum entitled “Laser Ba Yan?” on June 5, 2010 at the Conference Facility Unit of the AsianHospital.
In the belief of empowering the patients with freedom to choose their surgery, the lay forum aimed to enlighten the patients on the safety, efficacy and benefits of minimally invasive surgery.
*photo courtesy of http://www.laparoscopicsurgeryinfo.com/procedure.htm
Beating deadlines? Working on a shift or for long hours? Driving to the province? Need to wake up for the task but have not been having regular 8 hours of sleep?
Don’t doze off! Take a power nap instead to save your life.
Power napping is a responsible short period of sleep that will end before you enter a deep sleep. This will revitalize you and take way your drowsiness. Coffee, which seems to be the best solution for this problem is a stimulant that will interfere with your sleep especially the REM sleep you need for your mind to repair itself for the next day.
So, do away with much caffeine and set your alarm for a 15 – 30 minute power sleep to increase your alertness, productivity and over-all cognitive process. This also means more patience and less stress for you.
It’s called the men’s silent killer because in most cases, it does not produce any symptoms. Prostate cancer, which occurs when cells within the prostate grow uncontrollably which create small tumors, is one of the most common cancers in men around the world, killing one almost every 19 minutes, and a new case discovered every 2 and a half minute. It is now fast becoming prevalent in Asia and in the Philippines; it currently belongs to the top five cancers in men. In 2005 alone, about 4,000 prostate cancer cases were reported.
This is indeed alarming, but the problem is, this type of cancer usually starts slow and remains confined to the gland for many years, producing little or no symptoms at all.Symptoms and signs only manifest when the prostate cancer is already in its advanced stage. What’s more alarming is that the risk of developing the disease increases with age. But not too many Filipinos know they are suffering from the disease – until it’s too late.
The importance of early detection in this type of cancer has never been more emphasized in recent years. Asian Hospital and Medical Center, for instance, has been constantly educating the public about prostate cancer through its “Pa-DRE Ka, Pare Ko” activity, a free digital rectal examination (DRE) offered to men above 40 years old to help them know how they can protect themselves against prostate disease.
This year, AsianHospital and MedicalCenter once again gave this gift of health to dads in time for Father’s Day. The free DRE screening was held June 19, 2010 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Emergency Room of the AsianHospital and MedicalCenter.
“Pa-DRE Ka, Pare Ko!” is now on its sixth year of raising awareness among Filipino men on prostate diseases. Men who are 40 years old and above are invited to attend the free screening to help assess their risk for the disease and for early detection and treatment.
The free screening is organized by the Section of Urology of the Department of Surgery of AsianHospital and MedicalCenter, in cooperation with the Philippine Urological Association.
*image taken from: http://catherinemaname.wordpress.com/2009/02/17/learning-about-prostate-cancer/
Let’s face it – many women feel more confident when they have fair, flawless skin. With fairer, evenly whiter complexion, you feel free to wear any type of clothing and have enough self-assurance to go out even without makeup.
Now, Tupperware Brands, the distributor of some of the world’s most prestigious brands, lets today’s women achieve perfectly fairer skin the effective and easy way with White Result, a brand of whitening products formulated to effectively whiten and care for your skin.
With White Result Hand and Body Lotion, it’s easy to achieve noticeably radiant and lighter skin in 7 days. Simply apply all over the body, paying special attention to areas prone to darkening like neck, nape, elbows and knees. Do this regularly and in as short as seven days, you will notice your skin becoming smoother, softer and definitely whiter.
White Result Hand and Body Lotion contains Actiwhite that helps in the optimal process of whitening the skin. Plus, it contains sunscreen that protects the skin from harmful UV rays so your skin is protected from darkening even under the sun.
To complement the noticeably whiter result, use White Result Clear Confidence Roll-on Antiperspirant Deodorant that effectively whitens underarm skin in just two weeks. Clear Confidence comes in 2 scents – Citrus Fresh and Floral Bloom. This product is dermatologically proven safe and does not leave unsightly white marks on your black outfits so you can wear your blacks confidently!.
The White Result line also consists of other specialized skin care products, including White Result Lightening Eye Cream that has Biophytex to prevent dark under eye circles; White Result Lightening Lip Balm which is enriched with Licorice to inhibit melanin production and pigmentation, for pinkish lips; White Result Whitening Deodorant with pearl and aloe extracts that protect against sweat and odor while promoting smoother underarms; White Result Bi-cake Foundation to provide maximum coverage while whitening and diminishing dark spots; and White Result Pressed Powder which contains Melawhite to effectively whiten skin while keeping your skin shine-free.
With its wide range of skin-caring whitening products, White Result makes it easier for today’s women to feel confident as they face the world with fairer, smoother and flawless complexion.
Are you one of those who occasionally nod or just join in the laughter but absolutely has no idea what friends are talking about? Being hard of hearing not only strips you of your right to enjoy the beauty of life’s sounds, but more importantly prevents you from living life to the fullest.
Hearing loss happens when the ear develops a problem with the sensation of hearing, which ranges from slight difficulty in hearing to total deafness.This may be caused by noise, infections, ear trauma, advancing age and heredity.
So how would you know if you’re having hearing problems? Dr. Ernest Manas, otorhinolaryngologist and head and neck surgeon at the AsianHospital and MedicalCenter, relates “If the hearing loss happens suddenly in one ear, the person is usually aware of the loss and will seek help immediately. In many cases however, like in the elderly, the hearing loss develops in both ears, that worsen gradually over time.These individuals may not realize, or even deny,the presence of a hearing problem until the people around them start complaining.”
Hearing loss shouldn’t be taken for granted. Explains Dr. Manas: “Hearing loss has been included among the diseases or disorders that burden the majority of the world’s population. It continues to affect the quality of life and productivity of majority of the general population. Surprisingly causes like noise-induced hearing loss may actually be prevented, if the person will just be cautious when listening to music at close range. If you already have a hearing problem, it is important to consult an ear specialist to know of the extent of your problem.”
At AsianHospital and Medical Center Hearing Unit, for instance, a comprehensive range of hearing tests is available to give an expert diagnosis of a hearing problem. It is also staffed by highly trained ENT specialists and audiologists who will give a detailed assessment of a patient’s hearing condition and educate them on the importance of using hearing aids to help restore hearing.
“A hearing aid amplifies sound to improve or regain your hearing either in one ear or both ears. At the Hearing Unit, we always emphasize the importance of hearing devices to help regain the quality of life of the individual. It also offers a wide range of high-quality hearing aids from the world’s top leaders in hearing aids,” shared Dr. Manas.
AsianHospital and MedicalCenter has partnered with the country’s top distributors: Ear Diagnostics, Inc., Ledesma Audiological Center, Inc. and Manila Hearing Aid to offer the latest in hearing technology. It currently offers cleverly designed, “invisible” hearing instruments from brands like top Phonak, Widex, Delta and Rexton to provide patients with the benefit of better hearing without the burden of bulkier hearing aids.
What’s more, AsianHospital and MedicalCenter offers a 10% discount to patients who avail of its hearing aids from now until June 30, 2010. To avail of this discount, just present a prescription for hearing aid fitting from an ENT specialist and a current hearing test. If you don’t have a prescription, you can secure one from the AsianHospital and Medical Center Hearing Unit, where you will be referred to an ENT specialist for a hearing test before providing a prescription for hearing aid fitting.
Remember that hearing loss shouldn’t keep you from living normally and enjoying life’s opportunities. Take charge, address your hearing problem now and start hearing the beautiful sounds of life again.
We all know that the daily water requirement is about eight glasses of water. But this practice has become tougher to do especially with the popularity of soda, flavored water, sports drink, bottled flavored juices and also the busier lifestyle of people today.
But if you’re thinking of going healthy, going back to the basic and drinking pure, clean water is probably the best way to start. Seventy percent of the body is composed of water; thus it is vital to stay hydrated. Water regulates body temperature and helps eliminate toxins. It also helps dissolve minerals and other nutrients to make them accessible to the body, and also helps maintain a healthy weight by helping burn fat more efficiently.
Dehydration caused by lack of water may lead to problems such as loss of skin elasticity, chapped lips, dry mouth and sticky saliva, or more serious illnesses like kidney failure, heat-related illnesses, and electrolyte abnormalities.
Because drinking is very important to everyone’s health, Tupperware supports the International Water Month this June. Celebrate it with Tupperware water containers and stay hydrated all the time. There’s a Tupperware water container made for your lifestyle so that you can take that drink of water anytime, anywhere.
The new Tupperware Eco Bottle is designed for individuals who are health-conscious and protective of the environment. The Eco Bottle’s safe, non-toxic material is made for re-use so that it can be continuously refilled, minimizing having to drink water from disposable bottles that become waste materials that take many years to disintegrate.
The Crescendo Tumblers, meanwhile, are perfect for picnics and other outdoor gatherings as these come in new radiant colors to perk up any table setting. These tumblers give better grip with the ripple design and the textured surface makes it scratch-resistant.
For a beverage container with multi-use, there’s the Tupperware Beverage Bottle that features a removable bottom cap that can be used as a drinking cup and can also serve as a storage compartment for keys and other small items.Its flip-top seal also ensures hygienic use because it covers the drinking spout.
There’s also the Fridgemates Water Bottle with a 2-liter capacity good for a whole family. This container fits well on the side of a standard refrigerator so that families can stock up on water and have ample supply of clean, cold water everyday.
So get these Tupperware water containers now and hydrate for better health!
Good news for chocolate lovers! Now, you can be guilt-free when you take a bite of your favorite food because it has become a health food.
It has been found out that chocolate is packed with high-quality polyphenol antioxidants that reduce the risk for developing heart diseases and at the same time offer some anti-aging benefits.
But don’t go overexcited on buying loads of chocolate goodness yet, choose flavanol-rich dark chocolate. It may be a bit bittersweet to your tasting, but its benefits – lowering cholesterol, and reducing blood clot and high blood pressure -- are enough to make it more mouthwatering. Plus, you don’t have to worry of gaining a few pounds because there is little risk if it is 70% to 85% cocoa dark, bittersweet chocolate. Now, that’s yummy!
School has opened and the almost 9 months kids will be spending in school has started. Aside from children adjusting to their schedules, mothers are also concerned.
Moms worry on how their children will do in school, especially on what they buy and eat in school. But, why wonder if your kids are well-fed and nourished in school when you can personally prepare your kids meals.
Make sure your kids perform well in school by preparing nutritious snacks and health-boosting drinks, and packing them in “baon” containers that are guaranteed to keep food and beverages fresh all the time.
Here are some tips on preparing healthy school meals and snacks for your young ones.
1. Keep your kid’s snacks delicious and fresh. Prepare delicious sandwiches or bake healthy cookies and pack them in an air-tight sealed container so that it will still look and taste as if they were freshly cooked during break time. Also this ensures that the food is safe and protected from ants and other insects.
2. Do away with artificial and carbonated drinks. Put your child’s favorite chocolate drink or fruit juice in a tumbler to make sure your child takes healthy drinks instead of softdrinks or tetra-packed juices. Make sure that the tumbler’s seal is leak-proof and has an easy-open spout to minimize spills.
3. Make sure your active and sporty teens are hydrated. Prepare their energy drink in spill proof drinking bottles like Tupperware’s Beverage Bottle. It has a slim base and easy grip perfect for outdoor activities. And the detachable bottom cap can be used for drinking or storing little items like coins and locker keys.
4. Give your model child a complete meal. Make sure that he gets proper nourishment to face all the challenges of his extra-curricular activities. To keep his meals and snacks fresh, pack them in a lunch box set such as the new Tupperware Lunch Kit which consists of a virtually air-tight Lunch Box where healthy meals can be placed, and the Little Bowl where bite-sized snacks like fruits for recess or dessert can be stored.
5. Create excitement to your kid’s meal. You can make recess more enjoyable for your kids by preparing their snacks in attractive containers like Tupperware’s My Scene and Hotwheels’ Tumbler and Handibowl.
With these back-to-school preparations, you are confident your children get the care and nourishment they need when they are away from home and facing the challenges in school.
Aside from having the looks – radiant skin and beautiful hair – Filipino men and women are becoming more concerned on their health and wellness. News on the alarming increase of lifestyle-related illnesses like hypertension and other cardiovascular diseases awakened the people to the importance of eating healthier and exercising more.
Now, there is much hype on healthier food and fitness related activities. From left to right there is competition on food products that offer better health gains and events that claim to be more exciting and effective.
But even before going fit and healthy became an “in” thing, Century Pacific Group (CPG) has already been campaigning health and wellness. For over 30 years, CPG is still the dominant leader in manufacturing high-quality and world-class Century Tuna products that delights the palate and most importantly, promotes health and wellness among Filipino consumers.
“As the country’s leading manufacturer of tuna, which has long been considered as a health food, it seemed natural for us to give optimum importance to the well-being of our consuming public,” says Gold Tantoco, Century Canning Corp. general manager.
Started in 1978 as the pioneer in the tuna industry, Century Tuna introduced the sardine-loving Filipino consumer to the healthy goodness of tuna. The current success of the Century Tuna brand is rooted on CPG’s well formulated and high quality products, and on being a health brand.
The Century Tuna brand has become the platform that educated the public on the health benefits of tuna. It is high in Omega 3 and low in cholesterol that is good food the heart, and is enriched with Omega 3 DHA that boosts memory and learning ability. With these health benefits, the Century Tuna name has become synonymous to promoting not only a healthy body, but a sound mind as well.
Along with its commitment to health is CPG’s promise to provide delightful meal experiences for Filipinos. With these in mind, CPG has expanded the Century Tuna brand to include a wide variety of tuna products that are both healthy and delicious such as Century Tuna Spanish Style, which is made from luscious choice chunks of the freshest tuna; Century Tuna Lite that boasts of 50% less fat and 50% less salt; and Century Tuna Variants in Pinoy fiesta flavors for local dish lovers.
CPG took a step further in its health and wellness advocacy by staging events that focused mainly on encouraging individuals to achieve a healthy lifestyle. For the past three years, the company inspires people to be fit and healthy through organizing exciting events like Superbods event and Superbods Run, Cook-offs and Century Tuna Culinary Meet.
Now, with the continuous efforts of Century Pacific Group, consumers will have a delicious way to health and wellness. Following this trend, healthy living is indeed a more enjoyable experience.
