. . . And one woman who changed her mind
Another celebrity who had been among the first to publicly applaud egg freezing is now changing her stand. Television host Sam Oh, who converted to Catholicism recently, now says she will not be...
View ArticleWhy more and more Filipinas are freezing their eggs
A woman’s pursuit of motherhood sometimes knows no limit, especially now that technology has no limits as well. The use of the procedure of freezing eggs has risen sharply in recent years, up from 564...
View ArticleBobby Joseph, ‘longest living person with Stage 4 cancer’: ‘You cannot be...
When you’re diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer, there’s simply no room for self-pity, said businessman Robert “Bobby” Lim Joseph. “You cannot be bitter. You have to take out all the pain in you for healing...
View ArticleToo much chocolate could cause migraine
If you’re wondering why your migraine is not going away, check your chocolate or MSG (monosodium glutamate) consumption. Too much chocolate or MSG could trigger an attack, said Dr. Regina Macalintal...
View ArticleGwyneth Paltrow’s podiatrist: Flip-flops are not good for your feet
The feet play a crucial role in our overall health, said Frenchman Albin Brion, studio manager and resident podiatrist at The Landmark Mandarin Oriental’s Oriental Spa in Hong Kong. “The feet are our...
View ArticleWhen you love juicing but hate cleaning that juicer
Anyone who has ever been into juicing knows that it’s a deceptively simple process of staying on top of your health. What could be so complicated about throwing a bunch of vegetables and fruits into...
View ArticleWhat looks like the flu could be lymphoma
It mimics the symptoms of respiratory disease and flu, so lymphoma, a cancer of the lymphatic system, is often overlooked and misdiagnosed. Lymphoma, now among the top 15 cancers in the country, still...
View ArticleDon’t rely on Google; know symptoms of lung cancer—recurring infections,...
Tetit Melendres-Aristan follows a healthy lifestyle. She goes to the gym, has no vices and watches what she eats. So when she was diagnosed with Stage 4 lung cancer last September, the news stunned...
View ArticleGluten-free, organic, all-natural—there’s a Christmas hamper for every health...
Everyone’s favorite source of healthy treats once again rolls out its Christmas gift packs carefully handpicked to please even the most conscientious health buff—from goods perfect for organic feasts...
View ArticleThe secret behind Pia Wurtzbach’s winning smile
They had her back, even when she was a virtual unknown. Pia Wurtzbach was working hard to earn a name for herself when she first went to the Center for Advanced Dentistry (CAD). She had already...
View ArticleAn autoimmune disease that’s more than just skin deep
It can begin innocently, like dandruff flakes. Psoriasis, a chronic autoimmune condition, spurs the rapid buildup of skin cells, causing scaling on the skin’s surface. But what may initially appear to...
View ArticleDurban: Sun-kissed beaches and award-winning game reserves
A South African holiday conjures images of long game drives through bushland and thickets. But on the east coast of South Africa is Durban, a happening cosmopolitan city long overshadowed by her...
View ArticleOne life is lost to suicide every 40 seconds—here’s how to help stop it
Depression is now the leading cause of disability worldwide. In the Philippines, where depression is the leading cause of suicide, around 3 percent of the population, or about 3.3 million people,...
View ArticleWhat to do if your child is suicidal: Talk about it
A few years ago, a 13-year-old girl sat in the chair from across Dr. Cornelio Banaag Jr., the acclaimed father of child psychiatry in the country, and confidently declared to the stunned doctor, “I...
View ArticleFingerprint locks, trackers—luggage innovations for the next generation
As the American brand Samsonite celebrates 110 years in 2020, it will connect to the millennials—just like it did to the previous generations—with its first-ever global campaign called “Born to Go.”...
View ArticleA ‘Starry Night’ date with ‘Van Gogh Alive’
The experience is the polar opposite of viewing, say, “The Starry Night” in New York City’s Museum of Modern Art, where the quiet galleries invite you to reflect on the great artist’s brief life, lived...
View ArticleHow women find purpose in challenges: ‘Work-life balance is about prioritizing’
Filipino women today may have more freedom and mobility, but they’re still under pressure. Our grandmothers belonged to a generation of women who were taught to prepare meals and bake an occasional...
View ArticleThe gelato New Yorkers are lining up for is now here
When Grom gelato opened in New York’s Upper West Side in 2007, there were queues outside the gelateria for weeks. The excitement over Grom was a big deal since the city was already dotted with...
View ArticleSmoking causes lung cancer, but so does eating grilled meats
Majority of Filipinos with lung cancer do not survive a full year after diagnosis, according to the 2015 Philippine Cancer Facts and Estimates study published by the Philippine Cancer Society. Lung...
View ArticleHow to give gifts that help multiple communities at once
Owning artisanal products and handicrafts is in vogue again. “Sustainable” is the buzzword of the year, and anything borne out of a sustainable means becomes instant conversation pieces. The better the...
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