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A lot of money is spent on cosmetics, facelifts and other so-called beauty solutions to achieve young skin and a smooth, glowing complexion. The same goes for fitness products, supplements, gym fees and equipment to possess a fit, healthy and ageless body. But did you know that the simple, often costless solution to all those […]
One of the ways to balance out a meal is by adding a little spice and heat. Eating spicy food has its benefits. This is mostly because of a compound called capsaicin. Capsaicin can help alleviate pain by preventing pain signals from reaching the brain. This is also why eating too much spice is dangerous. […]
If you can’t take the heat, get out of the kitchen. Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Youtube, etc. It would be hard to find someone who has not heard, in this internet era, at least one of these social media platforms. When traditional reading, viewing, and listening pivoted to digital platforms, our screen time also increased. It […]
Palawan is known for its majestic sceneries. From the UNESCO World Heritage Puerto-Princesa Subterranean River National Park, up to the Crocodiles in Palawan Wildlife Rescue and Conservation Centre, the place just never stops to impress. As a true-blue Palaweño, one thing that I always look forward to whenever I visit my humble hometown is Chao […]
When I’m feeling down or under the weather, I like to look for warm things. Warm things bring me comfort. Some say this is because the cold is 20 times deadlier than heat which makes our brain prefer the warm temperatures to cold weather. Some say that warmth just feels more pleasant. Like a hug, […]
10 pm. All tucked in bed. You forgot to check whether your phone is on silent. You grab your phone. Alarm set to ringer, done! Then you remember a video you said you would watch. It’s just a few minutes, “it wouldn’t hurt,” you said. You tapped on Facebook. Eyes glued on your phone. Then […]
First-time dad Nico Bolzico and first-time Mom Solenn Heusaff are teaching their one-year old daughter Tili, a very important health lesson this Father’s Day. This is their second Father’s Day with Tili who may just grow up to be as active and as adventurous as her famous parents. “Know where that water is coming from […]
The potato is one of the most versatile ingredients. It can be prepared through different methods of cooking. For example, you can have it fried, mashed, or mashed then fried. The potato can be served as a pie crust or covering, or prepared as a side dish, or can even be the main ingredient of […]
I’d be lying if I tell you that I’m not having any problems starting this piece. For one, there are just too many possible ways to open discussions about mental health. Second, it’s just too close to home, making it challenging to find the right words. Third, sharing something so personal requires emotional catharsis. Nevertheless, […]
In the past, our ancestors were closer to the Earth. They walked barefoot and slept on the ground. As we developed into the society we are now, with more concrete spaces than parks. Our connection, and interaction, with the Earth have decreased significantly. Coincidentally, as our lives have gotten more comfortable, immune disorders, chronic diseases, […]