When It Rains, It Pours…3 Comfort Foods + Gut Care Musts

Rainy days can feel like a downer — gray skies, slow routines, and moods that sink as quickly as the temperature. Most of the time, this season also brings the inevitable cough and colds and a general feeling of being under the weather.

But every downpour has its perks: the little rituals and guilty pleasures that make staying in worth savoring.

You could curl up with a book, nap the afternoon away, or binge your favorite shows — but nothing lifts spirits quite like comfort food. Warm, hearty dishes have a way of hugging you from the inside out, turning gloomy weather into cozy, joy-filled moments.

Many Filipino favorites are sure to spark memories of rainy afternoons spent at home or gathered around the table with family. And sure, indulging feels amazing — but with a few tweaks, your go-to rainy day comfort food can also be a little kinder to your gut and help give your immune system a little boost: 

Me Time That Makes Mom Life Work: Anne Curtis on Maintaining Wellness While Doing It All

Anne Curtis has always embraced life on the go. As someone who wears many hats as an actress, host, entrepreneur, and hands-on mom, her schedule rarely slows down. With so much on her plate, she’s come to realize that feeling good inside is key to showing up fully—for work, for her family, and for herself.

One of her key wellness advocacies? Gut health.

“Sometimes, you don’t realize how important it is to take care of your gut,” Anne shares. “Feeling good inside your gut will make you feel and look better on the outside as well.”

As a self-confessed foodie and thrill-seeker at heart, Anne has always been open to trying new things, from sampling street food abroad to experimenting with recipes at home. But with that spirit of adventure comes the occasional tummy hiccup—those “oops” moments that can throw off your day. That’s why she’s learned how important it is to keep her tummy in check.  Whether she’s at home, on set, or across the globe, Anne believes that feeling good starts from within.

What Your Gut Health Says About You

Your gut is not just a digestive organ; it's your body's second brain. The health of your gut plays a significant role in your overall well-being, influencing everything from your mood to your metabolism. Taking care of your gut and paying attention to your "gut feel" can provide valuable clues to your health in two ways:

You are a gut defender if…

You believe that prevention is better than cure. You know your body well, you listen to its cues, and you are always on the lookout for ways to keep your health in tip-top shape.

You normally don’t have unexpected health issues, but when you find yourself in a different environment, you know your gut may start to bubble. However, with every new place, diet, or even schedule, you take the necessary steps to let your gut adjust to your surroundings.

The Surprising Link Between the Rainy Season and Your Gut

During this time of year, many parts of the world welcome the relief from scorching summer heat. However, in the Philippines, where summer is felt year-round, the rainy season adds to the already stressful elements that trigger a downpour of illnesses, from the common cold to more serious diseases. The change in weather and increased humidity, combined with the heightened activity towards the end of the year, can wreak havoc on anyone’s health. 

With 70% of your body’s immunity coming from the gut, this is where probiotics come in – natural defenders in your gut, fortifying your immune system and providing essential support, especially during the rainy season and year-round.

Wellness from Within: The Science Behind Gut Health Explained

From rapid weight loss diets to the latest hype on superfoods, the public’s fixation to look and feel healthier seems to have taken over our daily lives. While there is a lot of helpful information online, it remains to be a little-known fact that the key to unlocking health and wellness lies from within, beginning with proper gut care.

Thus, Erceflora Kiddie has relaunched into Erceflora Gut Defense, a probiotic drink that helps enhance the intestinal ecology, and Erceflora Gut Restore, which aids the enhancement of natural resistance to intestinal infection of children and adults.