LIFESTYLE
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It’s Father’s Month at The Manila Hotel
For all that he has done for us, Dad deserves a treat on his special day. This Father’s Day, raise your glass to the main man in your life with The Manila Hotel’s Father’s Month treats. The Home Buffet surprise For those who prefer to stay at home, you may pull off a grand celebration with The Manila Hotel’s takeout/delivery service and give the ultimate gift for beloved dads—full stomachs and warm hearts. For the month of June, the take home highlight is the Father’s Month Home Buffet that comes in two sets: the Special and Supreme. Home Buffet Special [Php 4,500++] serves 4 to 5 persons and consists of Green…
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PH’s 1st Stevia Grower and Manufacturer Bullish on Financial Outlook Despite the Pandemic
Glorious, popularly known as the country’s first Stevia company, is positive on its outlook despite almost 2-years in the pandemic as more and more people turn to healthier alternatives, sales of stevia products continue to grow. According to agribusiness finance giant Rabobank, Stevia’s sales are expected to hit $700 million worldwide in the next few years. Consumers in the Philippines can now get their calorie-free sugar needs from natural alternatives. Before, stevia was restricted to the health food market without any FDA approval. Recently, it is now widely used as a natural substitute for artificial sweeteners in many products. Benefits of Stevia “Stevia has been touted as a safe and…
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The Medical City Expert Reveals How to Protect Your Baby from Diaper Rash
As a sigurista parent, fulfilling different roles can be a challenge when you run multiple tasks, yet so little time and energy left to do it all. This can sometimes leave you to wonder, “Am I choosing the right products for my baby?”. Although it’s only natural to worry when your baby’s health, hygiene, and comfort are threatened when the products you thought were good enough to help protect them. In order to prevent and alleviate discomfort, it is important to identify common infant health problems such as colds, coughs, fevers, and vomiting. Your baby might also experience common concerns like diaper dermatitis, also known as diaper rash. Opting for…
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Stand Up Pouch Packaging Guide: Materials, Benefits & How To Choose
Stand up pouch is becoming an increasingly popular packaging option, especially for food items. If you are interested in this packaging option, you may be interested to learn more about stand up pouch. The following information about mylar bags and similar products will help you find the best packaging for your business. What Is Stand Up Pouch Packaging Made Of? This packaging can be made from almost any polymer (plastic). The most common option is mylar, a special type of PET that has been stretched to achieve superior strength and stability. However, there are some competing alternatives available as well. The popularity of mylar stems largely from its flexible design…
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Coffee That’s Really Good For You: Glorious, Isn’t It?
For decades, coffee had received a bad reputation. Besides allegedly triggering high blood pressure, insomnia, and hyperacidity, the Filipino habit of adding lots of sugar and cream to one’s cup has been said to aggravate diabetes. While there’s no denying the Pinoy coffee fan his morning cup, there is a concern over the amount of sugar present in commercial 3-in-1 coffee mixes. The leading brand has 14.6 grams of sugar in one 20-gram sachet alone. Imagine how much sugar you’re taking in if you drink an average of three cups of coffee a day. What About Sugar-Free Coffee? For health-conscious individuals, especially diabetics, turning to sugar-free coffee mixes seems to…
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What To Prioritize In Your Condo Expenses
Still contemplating on whether to stay in the metro and purchase a condo or just buy a lot and build a house in the province? It’s a hard decision considering all the pros and cons. If you are one who wants a peaceful environment, who wants less traffic, cheaper cost of living, bigger spaces, access to nature, etc., then provincial life is for you (IMO). But, living in a condo is tempting and convenient especially if your workplace is in the busy streets of Metro Manila. You also get to use its amenities for free like the pool and fitness center. To help you out, here are some of…
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Tanikala Brings You Stories of Hope and Healing with Stars, Lara Quigaman-Alcaraz and Karen Timbol
CBN Asia brings you two brand-new films about hope and healing amid the pandemic on its much-awaited Holy Week special – Tanikala presents Habang May Ngayon and Isa Pang Hiling, airing this Maundy Thursday and Good Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. on GMA. Tanikala, Habang May Ngayon In Habang May Ngayon, seasoned actress Karen Timbol tells the true-to-life story of Carla Manas who battled the deadly virus. As she fell seriously ill, Carla faced harrowing experiences and fear of death in the shadow of COVID-19. “Compared to my previous roles, this is something different. What I liked about this character is that, in the middle of the storm, she…
