Made It Through Mum

While the survey conducted reveals that more Filipino millennials are engaging in regular physical activities outside work, they find it difficult to maintain a healthy, active lifestyle in the modern workplace. PHILIPPINES, October 27, 2016 – Herbalife Nutrition, a global nutrition company, has released the findings from its Asia Pacific Millennials At Work Survey1, which revealed that Filipino millennials are adapting a healthy, active lifestyle, however, most believe their current workplace environment prevents them from doing so. Millennials, or people born in between 1980 and 2000, are opting for a workplace that will encourage them to stay active, if only this will be embedded in every company culture.  About 83 percent or eight (8) in 10 millennials have agreed that they would like their company workplace to adopt a healthy, active lifestyle. With the millennial generation expected to make up 50 percent of the global workforce by 2020, ensuring the we...

What better way to strengthen your business relationships than showing your appreciation with Villa del Conte artisanal chocolates from Padova, Italy. You can choose from Villa del Conte’s wide array of luscious creations such as Praline Balls, Praline Sticks, Ovicinis and ‘Thank You’ dark chocolate. These Villa del Conte premium chocolates can also be specially curated in lavish gift crates with bottles of wine. Villa del Conte also accepts bulk orders for corporate gifts with personalized packaging.  Visit Villa del Conte stores at Greenbelt 5, Century City Mall, Shangri-la Mall, Resorts World, Alabang Town Center, SM Megamall and Robinsons Magnolia.  For bulk orders, please contact 893-2575 or 621-6101.  Visit :   http://www.villadelcontecioccolato.com / To know more about Villa del Conte,  follow them on Facebook  ,   Instagram  , Twitter  

In line with the tourism development plan of the city, Ozamiz is now ready for all visitors joining the Familiarization Tour this coming October 28 and 29, 2016. This is the 1st Familiarization Tour that the City Tourism Office in partnership of the city government is hosting.  The event is entitled: “Discover Ozamiz; The Cultural, Historical and Pilgrimage Site of Misamis Occidental” ;  a 2-day event wherein the visitors are to be treated to a visual and taste experience that is truly Ozamiz in soul.    Cotta Shrine Lala's Eco-park Longest Zipline in Asia Hoyohoy Highland Adventure Park Pipe Organ of Immaculate Concepcion Cathedral Come and visit the shrine that was acknowledged by Pope Francis as truly miraculous during his Philippine visit.  Experience swimming in a spring sourced pool.  Zoom along the recognized longest zipline in Asia located at the Hoyohoy Highland Adventure Park.  See the beauty of Lala’s eco-p...

Last October 22 marked the beginning of a super cool partnership between the country’s No. 1 kids’ brand, Cartoon Network and the Philippines’ No. 1 mobile brand, Globe Telecom .  Turner Asia Pacific and Globe Telecom have sealed a partnership that will see two Cartoon Network’s apps feature as part of Globe’s portfolio of content. Cartoon Network Watch and Play will be upgraded, allowing subscribers access to the apps’ full functionality, including a live stream of the channel and exclusive video-on-demand content. It aims to provide more creative ways to nurture kids' imagination. Kids and kids-at-heart can now watch their favorite Cartoon Network shows whenever, wherever. The features were previewed at the event showcasing a unique digital experience at The Globe ICONIC store in BGC. Globe subscribers, can watch their favourite Cartoon Network shows and play Cartoon Network games, all in the same easy-to-use app! WATCH VIDEOS from hit Cartoon ...

Last Saturday, October 23, Vita Cubes held #VitaCubes2Good Fun Day at Active Fun in BGC. Members of Mommy Bloggers Philippines and family were present. It was a half-day filled with laughters and giggles as kids and mommies participated in the activities/games prepared by Vita Cubes.  Guests were served with good food and entertained by a magician. Kids enjoyed an hour access at the play area and unlimited vita cubes. What is Vita Cubes? Vita Cubes are cube-shaped jelly candies that come in five different fruit flavors -- strawberry, apple, grape, orange, and mango. I love the mango flavor the most. Yes! Im also a "consumer". The kids love all of its flavors.  What I love about Vita cubes aside from its delicious taste; it is also fortified with vitamins and minerals that are important for my growing children. Vita Cubes contains : LYSINE - contains 70% of the child's RENI.Aids the body in proper growth and energy production.Also helps in calc...

Executives of SM Supermalls and Vivo Yesterday October 24, retail giant SM Supermalls and Top 5 Global smartphone brand Vivo announced their tie-up to kick-off the holiday season at SM Supermalls nationwide. Starting November 4, mall-goers can expect deals and fun activities from Vivo when they visit their nearest SM Mall. Signing of agreement " We at Vivo recognize how deeply ingrained the Christmas season is in the Filipino culture,so much so that Filipinos start preparing for the festivities as early as September. This is why we chose to partner with SM Supermalls, which is an equally huge part of the Filipino tradition when it comes to the holidays. This will help us give mall-goers a more enjoyable experience in the coming months, and provide them with more avenues to get everything they need in their Christmas shopping list, " said Vivo Brand Director Annie Lim Be one of the lucky winners of 20 Vivo smartphones this Christmas season! All you hav...

Pasta has always been a part of our daily meals , a popular choice for various events and gatherings. October marks a special month for Filipino Pasta lovers as we join the world in celebrating the World Pasta Month worldwide. Doña Elena Al Dente Pasta, the only Artisan Quality Italian Pasta brand in the country, celebrated its 3rd gastronomic event last October 14 at Mercato Centrale ,BGC in Taguig. The program was hosted by radio and TV host, Jamie Fournier. Photo (c) Jaimie Felix of The mermaid in Stilletos This year, the National Pasta Month celebration highlights an exciting challenge among Mercato Centrale food vendors as they participated in the Doña Elena Al Dente Ultimate Pasta Challenge where they featured their originally crafted meal combinations of their specialty dishes and Doña Elena Al Dente Pasta. Doña Elena Al Dente Ultimate Pasta Winner Guests were able to witness an epic and pasta-licious culinary while being entertained by a live band. Pasta...

Our heart is the center of our cardiovascular system. It is responsible for pumping blood through our body, carrying nutrients in and taking waste out. Having good cardiovascular health is an important factor of optimal wellness. Sadly, many people do not pay enough attention to their cardiovascular system.  When your heart and/or other parts of your cardiovascular system, such as your blood vessels, are not properly cared for, they will fail to function properly, which may lead to certain health issues.  I believe that achieving optimal heart health is not difficult, as long as you follow these heart-healthy lifestyle: 1. Exercise regularly 2. Manage your stress (through meditation,prayer and social support) 3. Drink plenty of fresh, pure water everyday. 4. Optimize your Vitamin D level through appropriate sun exposure. 5. Get plenty of high- quality restorative sleep 6. Avoid smoking and drinking alcohol excessively. 7. Focus on eati...

For an entire weekend at the end of October, families are invited to Watch, Play and Imagine at a one-off event hosted by Cartoon Network and Globe. On October 22 and 23, at the Globe ICONIC Store in BGC’s Bonifacio High Street Amphitheater, kids will have the opportunity to meet their on-screen cartoon heroes including Ben Tennyson, star of Ben 10, which returned to screens this month with brand new episodes. The event marks the beginning of a super cool partnership between the country’s No. 1 kids’ brand and the Philippines’ No. 1 mobile brand. “ Turner’s brand of entertainment perfectly fits the portfolio of content we offer our customers. The Cartoon Network Watch & Play app gives us the opportunity to provide our customers exclusive access not just to their favorite Cartoon Network shows but to dynamic mobile games that the kids will truly enjoy,” says Globe Senior Advisor for Consumer Business Dan Horan. Youngsters can have heaps of fun on The Powerpuff Girls...

MANILA, Philippines - Science Circus: Step Right Up! is the latest traveling exhibition of The Mind Museum, showcasing the amusing, the peculiar, and the extraordinary in our everyday experiences, in the form of interactive exhibits that deceive the senses and boggle the mind. Be ready to #EnterTheScienceCircus this coming October 28, 2016! While the nearly 250-year history of the circus abounds with awe-inspiring demonstrations of physical skill – such as high-flying aerial artists, to death-defying daredevils – the Science Circus challenges our traditional notions of a circus by focusing on the mind’s “acrobatic” perceptual tricks.   As the guests enter the exhibition, they are welcomed by a festive, colorful façade which sets the tone for the sights and sounds they are about to experience. These interactive exhibits are displayed simultaneously in three adjacent Rings. Guests can go in any of the Rings in the order they please. Ring One, or Deception Perce...

Moringa also known as the wonder tree is a multi purpose plant, everything in it is useful. In the Philippines, they are referred to as malunggay or malungay.  Others refer to moringa as horseradish tree. Scientific research confirms that these humble leaves are a powerhouse of nutritional value. Moringa leaves contain: SEVEN times the vitamin C in oranges, FOUR times the Calcium in milk, FOUR times the vitamin A in carrots, TWO times the protein in milk and THREE times the Potassium in bananas. It has all the minerals you could ever need for a good nutrition. If you don't have a moringa tree in your backyard or not available in the market. Fret not! Amazing food supplement moringa has got you covered. Amazing Food Supplement Moringa * helps in balancing the cholesterol levels in the body. * Moringa is also said to balance sugar levels, hence it is helpful in the fight against diabetes. *The body's natural defense mechanism increases with the  consumption ...

The Philippines today is at the cusp of new and great opportunities. With the impending rise to power of new national leaders, the emergence of a more vigilant Filipino people, the advent of the ASEAN integration, and overall improvements in various global and national indicators, the challenge is not anymore survival, or development, but to ride the momentum. The call of the hour is to bring the country to new and greater heights, towards sustainable prosperity. The greater need is to deliver inclusive growth for all Filipinos. The mandate for PMAP is to strategically position people – Filipino human capital, as the main driver of the movement.  For this is the time to tHRive! The People Management Association of the Philippines (PMAP), the premiere organization of people managers and HR practitioners in the country, is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year and is coming up with bigger and more relevant initiatives and advocacies. From October 19-21, P...

Turmeric, the main spice in curry, is possibly the most powerful herb on the planet at fighting and potentially reversing disease. It has a warm, bitter taste. It contains a yellow-colored chemical called curcumin, which is frequently used to flavor or color curry powders, mustards, butters, and cheese and even cosmetics. But the root of turmeric is widely used to make medicine. Curcumin and other chemicals in turmeric might decrease swelling (inflammation). Because of this, turmeric could be beneficial for treating conditions that involve inflammation. Long known for its anti-inflammatory properties, recent research has revealed that turmeric is a natural wonder, proving beneficial in the treatment of many different health disease. It contains an active component which may stop cancer from spreading, help prevent type 2 diabetes and even Alzheimer's disease. Amazing food supplement aims to be the top health care provider assuring quality, safety and affordability in i...

Disruption in technology has changed the way we live. As the cliché goes “ Nothing is permanent except change ”. What seemed to be a harmless household product, later on proved to be harmful in the long run. Years after fluorescent was discovered, it was found that fluorescent gives off a small amount of ultraviolet light and that 8 hours of exposure under a fluorescent light is already equivalent to an hour of sun exposure.  Further studies also associate conditions like migraine, stress, mood swings and eye strain to prolonged exposure to florescent light. Environment issues on fluorescent is also a great concern. Fluorescent contains a small amount of mercury. Careless disposal can affect the ecological system. These studies has prompted most household to switching into CFL during the last few decades which was considered less harmful but still contains fluorescent, thus mercury is still present. The invention of LED has saved us from the long term use of fluorescent. Nowa...