Weight-bearing exercise, such as walking and jogging, is essential in building strong bones, even in the later years. Aim to exercise three to five days a week for 30 minutes each day.
Facts about metformin
Among the many medications used in management of diabetes, one mainstay is the drug known as metformin. Unfortunately, there are…
What is thyroid cancer?
Coming up next week is National Thyroid Cancer Awareness Week, mandated by Republic Act 10786 which sets the fourth week…
What is anemia?
Anemia is a manageable condition, but it requires attention and care. While some types of anemia are not preventable, you can reduce your risk by eating a balanced diet with iron, vitamins and minerals.
Understanding heat stroke
Prevention is key to avoiding heat stroke. Follow these tips to stay safe in hot and humid conditions.
Weighing in on ways to lose weight
To lose one pound a week, you need to take out 500 calories per day for a week. You should aim to lose about half to one pound per week.
When a growing chest isn’t muscle
Many men do exercises and lift weights to increase the strength and definition of their chest muscles. Enlargement in the…
Do you need a calcium supplement?
There are numerous supplements out there — some you may need, some that you don’t. One mineral that is important…
Vitamin D and your health
If you don’t have enough vitamin D, you can have low calcium levels which can cause fatigue, muscle cramps and tingling around the lips and hands.
Buko water is not water
Eight ounces of buko juice is about 45 to 60 calories, and twice that for the same amount of pineapple juice at 120 calories.