Sugary Drink? What else would I mean but soft drinks! In restaurants, schools, offices, streets, and even at home, I got used to seeing people enjoying this drink. Of course, who would not love drinking an ice-cold drink to quench your thirst after a long tiring day?  But as I do my research, I’ve learned that doing so was one of the best decisions I’ve made.

  I don’t know a single person that hates grapes (well, that’s for me). But grapes are probably one of the most loved fruits out there. When you bite into a grape, you get more than a burst of juicy, sweet, goodness. You also get quite an amount of nutrients and...

 WHY WE NEED TO EAT HEALTHY In our culture we are brought up without valuing the importance of eating fresh salad vegetables. A typical Filipino breakfast includes rice with egg and meat. Lunch at a carinderia is usually only meat and rice. Our children don’t eat...

Some people are confused on whether bell peppers are a vegetable or fruit. Bell peppers are actually fruits and so are cucumbers, green beans and red chilies! The bell pepper is the only member of the Capsicum family that does not produce capsaicin which is known to cause a burning sensation. Hence, bell peppers are fruits in a botanical sense, they are considered vegetables in a culinary context.

 Some people may not know how lack of sleep affect their health. When I was young, my mom would always push me to sleep early or sleep in the afternoon. There would be times then when I’ll pretend to be sleeping even if in reality I wasn’t (just to make my mom...

 Banana is that one fruit that is widely available across the globe. Actually, according to livescience.com, bananas are one of the world's most appealing fruits. Global banana exports reached about 18 million tons in 2015, according to the United Nations. Aside...

Well the reality is all of us wants to be healthy, right? I mean who doesn’t? But let’s admit it, we tend to choose to be busy and to be rushing all the time that we leave little to no time for ourselves to do the things we should be doing: eating healthy meals, exercising, taking vitamins, unwind and just be healthy. These are being set aside most of the time. That’s why today allow me to share with you my top 7 list of things that I think would give a great difference in our lives to make a better living and wellness.

Cauliflower has blasted in popularity —making its way into everything from pizza crust to hot cereal, and also replacing rice in grain less bowls, stir-fries, sushi, and more. The rise in status of this vegetable may be a surprise to some, but it makes sense from a nutrition perspective. In this blog, I will enumerate some of the health benefits of cauliflower.

In the Philippines, corn is one of the most famous go-to foods anywhere. You can buy it grilled, steamed or get it as a popcorn! Corn is also popular with it being refined such as tortillas, chips, corn meal, corn flour, corn oil and so on.

When you say Vitamin C, what is the first fruit that comes into your mind? Orange, right? Orange is probably one of the most favorite fruits from almost all homes everywhere. You can eat it on its own, or you can juice it, or even add it on your dishes. Sweet, juicy oranges make a delicious and healthy snack or addition to a meal. That’s why it is no wonder that they are one of the most popular fruits in the world.

  Oatmeal was first introduced to me when I was a little kid. I’ve always known it to be healthy and great for any diet. I can also remember when my mom would always rave about how healthy it is and how it is the best food if you want to be on a diet or to lose...

Potatoes have been a staple food in many households. One of the min reasons why they are also considered as a cult favorite is because of its versatility. They can be thought of as a comfort food — richly mashed with butter and sour cream or crisply fried in vegetable oil (which I do not personally advise because you know – it’s unhealthy!), or can be mixed on to many dishes for a variety of flavors.

  If there is one specific food that you could think of eating every day, what would it be? I’d say it’s egg. Well actually it dominates the menus of all sorts of breakfast spots (to think that not only in breakfasts, but also in any time of the day). We have...

  Watermelon is my go-to fruit every time I need refreshment. Here in the Philippines, watermelon is one of the major fruits eaten mainly as a dessert. Actually, this fruit needs no introduction, does it? It has been on our list of favorites since we were kids,...

  Most of us, specifically ladies, tend to spend a lot on beauty products to revive, rejuvenate or completely rescue our dry, dull skin or hair. That’s why sometimes, this can be a factor on why today’s women put this last on their list. I definitely believe that...

  Okra is one of those vegetables wherein it’s you’ll either love them or hate them. Some people refuse to eat it because of its slimy texture and feeling in your mouth. But personally, okra is one if not of my favorite vegetables. I don’t find its texture gross,...