Because of its origins from the Amazons and how people there have maintained strength and vitality for years in the harsh forests, Acaí Berry is known for its overall benefits, mainly as an antioxidant and provision of essential fatty acids to prevent cholesterol formation. This results in slow release energy that makes açaí an ideal... Continue Reading →
Women of child-bearing age must be invoked on to read and understand Responsible Parenthood and Reproductive Health Act of 2012 (Republic Act No. 10354), informally known as the Reproductive Health Law or RH Law simply because it deals with the rights of women in a world of differing views on maternal health. Remember that the initial proposal... Continue Reading →
Ahhh, to be young and free of responsibility, with no cares in the world - unfortunately, as life really unfolds, the phase of careless abandon and risky lifestyle is short. This only means that seriously taking charge of your finances early in life has become as important as enjoying youth and the trappings that go... Continue Reading →
Rainy season is MILO season. After doing 5 MILO marathons since 2011, I will be taking a much-deserved break and not racing this year. It's funny how things compelling me NOT to do Milo this year has fallen into place...But I honestly believe that "absence makes the heart grow fonder", hence I will be back... Continue Reading →
The right to get medical attention is a great equalizer among the social classes. You don't have to be an indigent to learn that trying to get a consultation with your family physician is such a hassle. It's a pain in the saddle to drive or ride in Metro Manila's carmageddon (the netizens coined this... Continue Reading →
Next to your mobile, the laptop is indispensable for the daily grind especially if you don't own a tablet. But the minute you start using laptop backpack instead of the cushioned bag it was intended for, you'd get bumps and cracks on those encasing without you knowing it -- till the damage worsens. Mine is... Continue Reading →
When generic prescription writing was mandated in the Philippines, it definitely confirmed that Pinoys, rich or poor, want a piece of the action. And by action, this meant getting some savings, especially if you need to buy medicines for long term treatment, especially for diseases that comes with aging. The problem is, despite best efforts... Continue Reading →
I remember Garmin watches have a default entry for "lifetime athlete" as an individual who has trained intensely for many years, with the exception of minor injuries, and has a resting heart rate of 60 beats per minute or less. I also remember that I proudly set my Garmin to lifetime athlete many years back but... Continue Reading →
If you're itching to try trail-running but haven't quite decided which race and venue to do the initial salvo, then the long search is over. Why should SOLEUS CROSS-COUNTRY CHALLENGE on July 10, 2016 be your ideal maiden trail race? The route-venue in Pintong Bukawe, San Mateo Rizal boasts of the complete basic trail package and... Continue Reading →
Admit it. You've been thinking about it for awhile. A whole lot, and not just thoughts here and there. You've even looked up race calendars and tried to mentally work up if a trail race could fit in the schedule. How does one know if you're in TRANSITION? Scan the checklist below and let's find... Continue Reading →
The Life of a RunningAdik 