Understanding the Role of Antioxidants in Your Health Imagine a comic book battle between good and bad. In this case, the good guys are the antioxidants, being superheroes like Darna, Captain Barbel, and Lastikman. Their job? To protect the body’s innocent citizens – our cells – from the harmful excessive free radicals What are antioxidants […]
6 Simple Habits for a Healthy Head and Neck Your head and neck are vital parts of the body, responsible for a wide range of functions, from sensory inputs such as sight, sound, and taste, to coordination and balance. That’s why maintaining a healthy head and neck is essential for overall well-being. Here are some
Generic and Brand-name Drugs: What you need to know “Generic po ba or branded?” Ito ang karaniwang tanong ng pharmacist sa botika kapag bumibili tayo ng gamot. The majority of pharmacists in the country ensure that we are given this option, signifying that the Philippines has made a huge leap in making healthcare more affordable
Overexposure to the Sun: Don’t let summer scorch turn your fun into ouch! “Nakakapaso ang init ng araw!” is probably one of the understatements of the year. Pero kahit matindi ang init at masakit sa balat, hindi papapigil ang mga Pinoy na mag summer outing. Alexa, 26 years old, spent 4 days island-hopping in Caramoan
Medication Adherence: Why you should do it What is Medication Adherence? Medication adherence is defined by the American Heart Association as taking your medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor, including schedule, dosage, and frequency. Hindi pwedeng every other day dahil busy or namamahalan ka. Medical adherence also means completing the entire prescription duration. Hindi
Hemophilia Awareness: 10 Facts You Should Know About This Bleeding Disorder The Philippine Council for Health Research and Development (PCHRD) estimates that about 10,000 Filipinos have Hemophilia. To shed light on this condition, here are 10 important facts that you should know about. 1. It is a rare genetic bleeding disorder. Hemophilia is a rare
Beat the Heat, Stay Healthy: Proactive Tips for El Niño Ang init sa Pinas, Bes! You’ve probably encountered this line in many circulating memes. It’s so hot nowadays, that even after taking a shower to escape the heat, chances are you’ll start sweating again as you dry yourself off. In the first week of April
