Health and Wellness

No Pain: What to Expect on Your First Acupuncture Treatment
May 26, 2018

No Pain: What to Expect on Your First Acupuncture Treatment

Although the thought of needles terrifies a lot of people, acupuncture is actually anything but painful.
Surprising Uses of Charcoal
March 24, 2018

Surprising Uses of Charcoal

Grill Season is approaching! Lots and lots of extra charcoal!
How to Stay Fresh and Moisturized this Summer
March 24, 2018

How to Stay Fresh and Moisturized this Summer

Wear sunscreen, moisturize, drink lots of water, and don't forget your umbrella or hats this summer!
How to Beat the Summer Heat
March 16, 2018

How to Beat the Summer Heat

It's always better to be prepared, so don't forget to round up a list of all the things you need to bring before leaving the house.
Unexpected Uses for Coffee
February 22, 2018

Unexpected Uses for Coffee

There's more to coffee other than a morning pick-me-up!
7 Tips to Recover from Holiday Weight Gain
January 03, 2018

7 Tips to Recover from Holiday Weight Gain

Now that the holidays are over, there is no more excuse for you to overindulge!
Diet Tips for the Holidays
December 26, 2017

Diet Tips for the Holidays

Don't let the holidays sway you into ruining your #fitnessgoals!
A guide to staying in shape during the holidays
December 12, 2017

A guide to staying in shape during the holidays

But remember, it's totally cool to indulge once in a while— it's the holidays after all!
A Guide to Natural, Organic, Vegan, and Cruelty-free beauty products
December 02, 2017

A Guide to Natural, Organic, Vegan, and Cruelty-free beauty products

Product labels are indeed confusing so we're here to help and share information about natural, organic, and cruelty-free beauty products.
What to know: Vegan vs Vegetarians
November 29, 2017

What to know: Vegan vs Vegetarians

Let Philippine Primer, help you learn more about the lifestyle of being a vegan and vegetarian, and what are their essential source of food.
Expats’ Guide to First Aid Training Centers in the Country
November 19, 2017

Expats’ Guide to First Aid Training Centers in the Country

We have listed some places that offer first aid training and later on be gateway in saving lives.
6 Typical Filipino Breakfast Food
June 20, 2017

6 Typical Filipino Breakfast Food

A guide to what Filipinos eat for Breakfast
6 Places for a Free Workout in Makati and BGC
May 12, 2017

6 Places for a Free Workout in Makati and BGC

Want to go on a run or workout but don't have the money for a gym membership? Here are a few places for you to visit!
List of Sport Stores in the Philippines
March 19, 2017

List of Sport Stores in the Philippines

Managing your lifestyle and physical activity can be very strenuous, but if you feel like buying new upgrading you apparels, might as well check out some sports shop we listed below in no particular order.
Expats’ Guide to Blood Donation in the Philippines
February 23, 2017

Expats’ Guide to Blood Donation in the Philippines

Help save a life by blood donation.
Prepaid Emergency Health Cards in the Philippines
January 12, 2017

Prepaid Emergency Health Cards in the Philippines

Finding yourself in a medical emergency, regardless of the country you are in, is a stressful, scary experience. Aside from worrying about the general state of your health, you worry about the expenses usually associated with being in a hospital. Fortunately, there are now prepaid health cards in the Philippine market available through affordable, one-time premium rate but covers a wide range of available health benefits in various tertiary hospitals in the Philippines. These types of products are perfect for individuals and even entrepreneurs who’d like to extend an affordable but effective health care coverage for their employees or household staff. PhilCare’s ERVantage and Health Vantage Cards– The ER Vantage 80 prepaid […]
How to: Zika virus Prevention in the Philippines
September 24, 2016

How to: Zika virus Prevention in the Philippines

Prevention will always be better than cure, and that is especially true with the Zika virus. There are now a total of 9 cases confirmed by the Department of Health (DOH), with all cases not having a history of travel to other countries a month before they were diagnosed with Zika.
The Real Deal on MERS
September 04, 2015

The Real Deal on MERS

A guide to knowing the facts minus the paranoia Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus (MERS-Cov) is a viral respiratory illness caused by a coronavirus known to cause respiratory illness among humans and animals. The first case of MERS was reported in Saudi Arabia in 2012 and has now spread to more than 12 countries worldwide. (Photo from CNN Philippines) MERS can be translated from human to human (and even animal to human) through close physical contact with an infected human – this maybe by providing care to an infected patient or by living in close physical quarters with the patient. Patients infected by MERS display shortness of breath, difficulty in […]
Protect yourself against W.I.L.D.
August 19, 2015

Protect yourself against W.I.L.D.

Common illnesses during the rainy season and how to avoid them Rainy season has officially begun in Manila. With the onset of the rainy season come threats to one’s health and well-being. Aside from the rain, one of the common causes of illnesses is the intense flooding that is usually present within Metro Manila and some of its surrounding areas. Keep yourself healthy and protected from the onset of W.I.L.D. or Water-borne infectious diseases, Influenza, Leptospirosis and Dengue. Dispatches from the National Epidemiology Center (NEC) of the Department of Health (DOH) provide the following guidelines in keeping one safe and healthy. – Make sure you are protected during the rainy […]
Rainy Days: Braving the Traffic and Flood in the Metro
July 10, 2015

Rainy Days: Braving the Traffic and Flood in the Metro

Rain has finally come! Image taken from Inquirer.net. – After the sweltering and torturous heat of summer, it is finally time to say goodbye to the beach, put our air conditioning units to rest and welcome the rainy season in the Philippines! But despite the cool winds and the relaxing atmosphere this season brings, we have to face another challenge living and working in the metro: braving the streets of Metro Manila during the dreaded typhoon season. So how should we stay dry, keep calm and, basically, survive this season? Here are five tips to keep in mind. – Always bring an umbrella – Although it costs more than Php […]