Living More, For All: Cultivating an Affordable Healthy Lifestyle in the Family

Here’s how you can guide your family to become health champions of tomorrow while on a budget

The new generation of Filipino families is becoming more practical, especially with the rising cost of living. Nowadays, they find it much better to make everything cost-effective, including their meals. While this is a more sustainable and innovative choice, some families sacrifice their overall nutrition to keep things on a budget. 

That is why, in keeping with this year's celebration of Nutrition Month, with the theme "Healthy diet gawing affordable for all!" the National Nutrition Council (NNC) wants to spread the message that every Filipino family should have greater access to healthy, safe, and affordable food. The theme also emphasizes making food commodities more stable and sufficient for every household. 

XTREME Appliances Launches GO Series: New Google TV

XTREME Appliances unveils a new series of television, expanding their existing offerings that include the Basic LED TV, V Series, and Android TV. Named “GO Series”, this newest addition will fall under the Google TV Series.

XTREME Appliances’ GO Series features an excellent viewing experience thanks to its 2K resolution for 32” and 43” Google TV and 4K resolution for 50”- 65” Google TV. It also has a full-screen design for full viewing experience. XTREME Google TV delivers more impressive features, users can download other apps on Google Play Store. In addition, it already has built-in Netflix, Youtube, and Amazon Prime Video.  For those who want high-quality and interactive home entertainment this is for you! 

The pains and gains of the post-pandemic lifestyle: How Filipinos’ livelihood and health were reshaped

The pandemic has undoubtedly altered our everyday lives. The transition forced us to reevaluate our livelihood while prioritizing our overall well-being in the midst of a global health emergency.  

While a post-pandemic lifestyle has its pains and gains, Filipinos have begun to put greater importance on their overall health and make mindful choices when it comes to the efficacy and safety of the health solutions we use. 

Whether the situation has influenced our present lifestyle in one way or another, here are a few ways our livelihood and health were reshaped. 

Training, good workplace and high future earnings top young Filipinos’ employment preferences – Universum study

Universum’s Talent Survey 2023 reveals Pinoy Gen Zs’ priorities for choosing future employers.

Global thought leader in talent research and employer branding Universum reveals in its latest annual global talent insight report that young Filipinos prioritize employers who are able to offer training and development, a conducive work environment and high future earnings. The Philippine portion of the Universum Talent Survey 2023, which polled more than 5,000 students from 103 universities from November 2022 to March 2023, gives more insights into what young Filipinos are looking for in an employer and affirms the value of potential long-term growth for the next generation of the country’s workforce.

Chevron and BLC signs MOU to enter into a new lease agreement for country’s energy security

Government officials witnessed the signing of Memorandum of Understanding between Chevron Philippines Inc. and Batangas Land Company Inc. From left to right: Government Corporate Counsel Justice Rogelio Quevedo, Secretary of the Department of Energy Raphael P.M. Lotilla, US Ambassador Mary Kay Carlson, Secretary of the Department of Trade and Industry Alfredo E. Pascual, General Manager of National of Development Company Anton Mauricio, Governor of Batangas Hermilando Mandanas, CPI Chairman Billy Liui and Batangas Land President Lilia Arce.

Take care of yourself and the planet with these simple self-care tips

While the pressure to live more sustainably is a huge commitment, it should not deter you from leading a more planet-loving lifestyle. Oftentimes the little things we choose to do can make a lasting impact over time. 

With that in mind, here are some simple self-care tips that can benefit both you and the environment.

Switch to coffee beans

Nothing beats a good cup of joe in the morning, during work breaks, or even at night. You probably have a line of instant coffee packets in your pantry right now. However, those same coffee packets, which are most often made with non-sustainable materials like plastic, contribute to excessive waste in the environment. Try switching to ground or whole coffee beans and make a delicious cup with the use of a good French press. Not only do they taste (and smell) better than their instant counterparts, but you can also lessen your use of plastic. You also help support local coffee farmers when you buy their produce directly. 

PH healthcare mega app mWell partners with Bayad to champion accessible healthcare

Metro Pacific Investments Corporation’s (MPIC) mWell, the Philippines’ healthcare mega app announces its partnership with Bayad, the pioneer brand in the outsourced payment collection system in the Philippines and a full-service fintech subsidiary of Meralco. The collaboration is in line with mWell’s efforts to make healthcare accessible to more Filipinos. 

As the country’s first fully integrated, fully digital health and wellness platform, mWell provides access to over 1000highly-trained Filipinopartner-doctors —internal medicine doctors, cardiologists, endocrinologists, ophthalmologists, and more. Mind health experts are also available on the app. In partnership with Bayad Center, mWell app users, even those without digital wallets, credit, or debit cards can pay for doctor consultation fees at any Bayad Center nationwide.