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Water is an important element to regulate body so drinking water should be pure and hygienic. Otherwise, people may suffer from various water-borne diseases. Water is the most important and a necessary element in human life. The source of all body fluids including blood, lymph, saliva, digestive enzymes, urines etc. is the pure drinking water. Water is the regulator of all body functions. It is the main source for transporting energy to every cell in the body. The brain is also made up of 80% of water, severe dehydration may lead to mental derangement and inability to think clearly. Human body requires a 6-8 glass of pure water daily to function properly.   Why is it Important to Drink Only Pure Water? It is vital to our good health that our drinking water is pure because if it is not, the microorganisms and parasites that are in the water may make us very ill. Impure drinking water could cause the following health problems:   Bacteria Bacteria in your drinking w...

Every year, we always wish for the good health of our loved ones. One great way to do this is to try out new recipes that are more nutritious and share it with them. You can offer nutritious meals to your family without compromising on taste. You can also shop for affordable ingredients at your nearby grocery. For more variety, pasta is a quick and easy ingredient you can turn into a filling meal. There are also endless possibilities with pasta or “pastabilities ” that you can whip up every day. Kick off 2023 right with masarap, masustansya, and sulit dishes using a good quality ingredient like El Real Pasta. Here are some recipes that the whole family will enjoy: Bet na bet na Pinakbet Pasta Pinakbet is a Filipino ulam with pork and vegetables like squash, ampalaya, and tomatoes, which are all good sources of vitamins and minerals. You can change it up and make Pinakbet Pasta with El Real Healthy Pasta. The combination of crispy pork belly, hearty vegetables, and flavorful b...

The past 3 years have been undeniably tough, but we proved to be tougher. 2022 served as our testing grounds, from the sudden halt from normality in 2020 due to the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic, to getting back to our normal lives.  Caught Unprepared While life gets to a standstill as forced by community lockdowns, our resiliency was put into test. Obviously, the threat of acquiring the life-threatening virus is the first and foremost concern, but the long-term effects proved to be more debilitating. Commercial areas became ghost towns, no school, no work, businesses closed resulting to depleted financial resources for many, emotional stress, and anxiety attacks.  On a positive note, the obligatory shift from physical to virtual paved the way for the easy adoption of virtual technologies. Work from home, online meeting tools, online stores, courier and door to door delivery companies and online payment machineries took over. Suddenly, people find ways to make ends meet....

Dr. Scott Jahn and his team at Form and Function Corrective Chiropractic hold a toy drive called "Santa's Gift Bag" every year to help homeless children and underprivileged youth from around the community feel the warmth and love of the holiday season.   When they first announced this year's Toy Drive last month, they set a goal of distributing 20 toys to Brgy. Luz children who would not otherwise have received gifts this Christmas.   (Dr Scott Jahn transforms himself to Santa to spread Holiday Cheer to the Community Scouts Youth and Guidance Center; also in picture: Rotary Club of Cebu members) As the weeks passed, the "Santa's Gift Bag" Toy Drive gained traction, and the members of Form and Function Corrective Chiropractic collaborated to not only meet, but far exceed, their expectations in every way!   Form and Function Corrective Chiropractic's "Santa's Gift Bag" grew from a small box to a large sack, making at least...

In the start of the year, these are the leaders you need to know. Assembled by the most distributed local magazine in National Bookstores, Rising Tigers Magazine, the list is a must attend event of the year to be launched at the majestic, The Manila Hotel.   Rising Tigers Magazine “People to Watch 2023” or PTW with it’s list is often seen as an honor, and Rising Tigers makes it clear that entrants are recognized for changing the Philippines and Asia regardless of the consequences of their actions. The final PTW list of influential individuals is exclusively chosen by Rising Tigers editors, with nominations coming from the business sector and the magazine's partner organization’s representatives such as Filipino Chinese Chamber, Makati Tourism Foundation, Kiwanis International Philippine Luzon District Division 3A, Local Chambers and Yupangco Group.     Adapting the color of the year—Viva Magenta. For this year, It’s about rejoicing and expressive of a new signal of stren...

A soft spoken fashion designer, Happy Andrada is truly a rising tiger. Always doing fashion shows abroad, recently, she showcased her designs in International Fashion Art Biennale held at Busan, South Korea last October. The only representative from the Philippines. We must be proud.   When asked how to stand out in the international fashion arena, Happy said, "The designer should focus on who they are and where they came from.”   Whenever Happy showcases her creations overseas, She make sure using materials that are handcrafted from the Philippines and create outfits that are also inspired by the culture. “That’s what makes us different and stand out from other countries, we’re Filipinos and we should be proud." - Happy Andrada   Happy studied fashion courses at Central Saint Martins in London.   Awards: Winner of the 2012 Miami International Fashion Week - International Emerging Designer and winner of two major awards in the 3rd Asian Weddings ...

Imagine welcoming the New Year from atop one of Manila’s finest hotels, basking in the panorama of Manila Bay fireworks with friends and family and raising a Champagne toast on December 31. Wouldn’t that be a spectacular way to celebrate the passing of a year? Rizal Park Hotel is hailing 2023 in style with an array of offers, starting with the New Year Countdown Celebrate 2023 package. For only PhP 1,299 per person, guests will enjoy a festive view of the New Year’s Eve fireworks over the alfresco Deck Lounge’s signature cocktails, drinks, canapes, and Champagne toast. A live DJ performance will keep the countdown bright and merry all through the night. For guests looking to unwind, Rizal Park Hotel is offering a 3D2N room package for guests staying between December 31 until January 2. For only Php 11,999, guests can relax inside a Deluxe Room and enjoy complimentary buffet breakfast and the Celebrate 2023 countdown festivities at the Deck Lounge on New Year’s Eve. An upgrade of on...