Miss Earth Chinese Taipei - Cherry Liu is Miss Photogenic! Spotted with Miss India and Miss Canada enjoying RAW! recipe book

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During the Miss Earth party last night at Intercon's ICON bar, Ms. Chinese Taipei - Cherry Liu won Miss Photogenic award.

It was a great night for Miss Earth candidates because the coronation night is near and will be held this December 3, at the University of the Philippines Theater in Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines.

Lucky Ladies who also won special awards were:

Miss Switzerland is Miss Cute Face,

• Miss Venezuela is Miss Natural Beauty and Best Hair.
  Miss Philippines  is Miss Stars Scene,


• Miss Ukraine is Tarlac Tourism and


• Miss Korea is Miss Fashion Week.

Speaking of Ms. Chinese Taipei - Cherry Liu, she was also spotted with Miss India and Miss Canada enjoying RAW! recipe book  at The Farm.

The three Miss Earth vegetarian candidates were awesome icons helping to educate pinoys on healthier food choices and the power of living foods cuisine! And  they stand out among other candidates.

 

So what is RAW! Healthful Recipes from The Farm at San Benito

Create award-winning cuisine in the comfort of your own kitchen! Brought to you by the talented living food chefs working at The Farm at San Benito, RAW! is packed with recipesthat are creative, super-nutritional, and supremely satisfying— from healthy appetizers, soups and salads to breakfasts, main courses and desserts. These recipes are high in fiber, vitamins, minerals, phyto-nutrients, and anti-oxidants.

Located in the Philippines, this internationally acclaimed health resort has received numerous Best Cuisine awards from AsiaSpa and SpaAsia Crystal Awards.

Chefs, at-home cooks, nutritionists and people with an interest in holistic wellness have much to learn from the book. Switching to raw and living foods results in real benefits — increased energy, clearer skin, improved appearance, and stronger immune system with a whole new positive outlook on life.

The brainchild of Michael Di Lonardo, The Farm’s forward-looking General Manager, the book contains insightful texts by British author Kim Inglis and exceptional photographs by renowned Italian photographer Luca Tettoni.

RAW! is priced at PHP 1,600 (approximately US$ 38.00 excluding shipping and handling). Books can be ordered at info@thefarm.com.ph or purchased at The Farm’s Sales Office located at Shop 11, Ground Floor, The Peninsula hotel, corner Ayala and Makati Avenues, tel: (+632) 8848074 to 75.

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Do you like the taste of Soyami Soya Chips?

Soyami Soya Chips : An Appetite For Health
 
There’s a saying that goes, “If the food tastes good, it’s bad for you. If the food tastes bad, it’s actually good for you.” 
 
Healthy eating is proving to be quite a challenge due to the misconception about healthy foods being bland and tasteless. But in reality, eating nutritious food is not that difficult. In fact, it may surprise you to find it delicious.
 
There‘s a lot of food out there that don’t require any sacrifice and give up your favorite guilty food pleasure altogether. It’s just a matter of snacking smart and finding a better, nutritious alternative to your indulgences.
 
Take the unassuming soya, for example.
Super Soya
The soya bean is a type of legume just like beans, peas, and peanuts, which can provide twice as much protein as grains. Soybean products include soymilk, tofu, miso, tempeh, soya meal, soya sauce and bean paste among many others.
 
Soya is a good source of complete protein. A complete protein is one that contains a significant amount of all the essential amino acids needed by the human body for optimum health. Soy protein is the nutritional equivalent of meat, eggs and dairy, and can therefore replace animal-based protein.
 
Soy has been under the spotlight as a possible “superfood” that can reduce the risk of certain health problems. With an impressive nutrient profile that is high in dietary fiber and protein, cholesterol-free, and an excellent source of phytochemicals and minerals like phosphorus, potassium, calcium and iron, soy is by far, the best and most complete nutritional, beneficial plant food we can all take advantage and put to good use.
Amazingly, there are many types of food that we love which can be made or derived from soy. From ice cream to burgers, milk, breads, butter, cheese, nuts and yes, even chips!
Soyami Soya Chips not only tastes good, but it’s actually good for you, too. Made from 100% naturally grown soya, it is high in protein and fiber. It has no MSG, no trans fat and no added preservatives. No wonder it’s approved and highly recommended by The Biggest Loser Pinoy Edition Fitness Nutritionist Chef, Nadine Tengco, as part of the meal plan. “Unlike animal products, soya is low in saturated fat which makes a good source of cholesterol-free and low fat protein. Soyami Soya Chips provides a healthier snack alternative to the contestants.

The Soyami range of snack products contains the right amount of carbohydrates, protein, and fiber, while having reduced amounts of fat and sodium.”
She also adds, “Mindless snacking contributes to the weight gain in most of the contestants. The high protein content of Soyami Soya Chips will significantly reduce the sugar spikes that often occur in high-carb, high-fat snacks. And because Soyami Soya Chips comes in properly portioned packaging, it gives the contestants just the right amount of calories per pack, which would not in any way, compromise them in their quest to lose weight.”
Plus, not only did Soyami Soya Chips pass with flying colors on nutritional and taste tests, she also gave it excellent marks on a snack versatility test, “Aside from just being a stand-alone snack, Soyami Soya Chips can be creatively used in preparing and cooking dishes. For instance, instead of using breadcrumbs, you can use crushed Soyami Soya Chips for that added crunch while increasing protein content of the dish.

You can also crush the chips coarsely and sprinkle on soups and salads as you would on croutons. And you can make nachos healthier with Soyami Soya Chips partnered with your favorite salsa dip.”
Start a good eating habit with Soyami Soya Chips. It’s for your own good!
Soyami Soya Chips is available in three exciting flavors – Original, White Cheddar and Pizza. Visit www.amsoyami.com for more information about soya. Follow us on Twitter http://twitter.com/healthysoyami and like us on Facebook at http://facebook.com/healthysoyami.

A book about seeking your personal path to success

True seekers of truth seek God with their whole hearts.  And those who already have a true relationship with Christ can be those who want to start a relationship with God.

The Beatitudes
"Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are they who mourn, for they shall be comforted. Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth. Blessed are they who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied. Blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain mercy. Blessed are the pure of heart, for they shall see God. Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called children of God. Blessed are they who are persecuted for the sake of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven." Gospel of St. Matthew 5:3-10

HOW TO FIND YOUR PERSONAL PATH TO SUCCESS

Wondering what God wants you to do with your life? Chaddock offers step-by-step instructions and challenging questions to help you discover your primary passions and greatest strengths.


Is there more to life?


Do you sometimes question what you're doing? Do you wonder why you're here? Robin Chaddock draws on her extensive experience as a life coach to help you find the answer by providing step–by–step instructions to uncover your primary passions and greatest strengths, and then provides a framework for discovering how to use them to achieve satisfaction and fulfillment.


Each person has a God–created purpose in life—a “divine assignment” that will fulfill their deepest longings. Once you discovers this, you can...

• nurture and improve your strengths




• use your talents and gifts to improve the world




• positively impact your sphere of influence




• bring out the best in the people around you




• develop a more intimate relationship with God

The informative, easy–to–read chapters include fun and challenging questions to help you explore your beliefs and clarify your goals. Knowing your personal path to success enables you to live confidently, experience happiness, encourage family and friends, and help others.


Published by Lifebooks, "How to Find Your Personal Path to Success" is now available in all branches of National Bookstore and Powerbooks nationwide! For more books to live by, like this Facebook Page and follow this Twitter Account.

Product Details


Title: How to Find Your Personal Path to Success
Subtitle: Keys to Living Out Your Purpose and Passion
Author: Robin Chaddock
Binding: Paperback
Size: 5 1/4? x 8 1/4?
No. of pages: 224
Language: English
ISBN-10: 971-0453-33-5
ISBN-13: 978-971-0453-33-7
SRP: P195.00/copy

Watsons and Unilab partners in stopping the spread of superbugs

After informing the public about the spread of Superbug last June, another set of press briefing was held at The Crowne plaza on Nov. 24 as Unilab and Watsons continues to educate the public about this alarming issue.

During the 33rd Annual Convention of the Philippine Society of Microbiology and Infectious Diseases, the main focus to public health was informing about the threat of infectious superbug and more important is how this can be stopped.

Superbugs are antibiotic-resistant bacteria that pose a daily threat to humanity. For better understanding read my last post about Superbug.

Dr. Rontgene Solante, Lyle Joseph A. Morell and Dr. Maria Yvette Barez were present to give updates concerning the threat of Superbug.

"We should not self medicate. It is important that we always consult our doctor when we feel something about our health and do not buy antibiotics on our own, and we are guilty of this." Dr. Rontgene Solante PSMID president.

That is why Watsons launched a campaign to stop the threat of Superbug by means of Compliance Pack, packed in the right quantities that help consumers follow complete antibiotic treatment.

"They are based on the standard clinical practice of physicians, ensuring that patients have enough antibiotics supply" says Lyle Joseph A. Morell head of Business Unit of Watsons.

One of the greatest factor is quality. Make sure that they are from the top ten pharmaceutical company. Therefore you have to trust your doctor because he knows the right price and the right medicine for you.

"Kung ang price ng antibiotic ay piso lang I don't think it has quality" says Dr. Maria Yvette Barez, National Council Officer PSMID.

We should know the right and reputable pharmaceutical company.

In this connection we should be alarmed and know the common practices and misuse of antibiotics.

Do not Self Medicate
This happens when a patient buys antibiotics on his or her own without prior consultation with a doctor. Some of these patients borrow a used prescription; or follow the advice relatives and friends.

Do not skip a dose
Patients who miss a dose or several doses of antibiotic are allowing bacteria to recover from-and develop a resistance - to the antibiotic's effects . There's also a risk of infection resurgence.

Don't stop the use too early
Some patients don't finish the prescribed treatment course of the antibiotics prescribed to them. They stop taking the antibiotics once they feel better. Others are unable to buy all the antibiotics prescribed because they don't have enough money.

Don't use antibiotics like over the counter drugs
Antiobitics are powerful medications that must be used only under a doctor's supervision. Unfortunately, some patients mistakenly believe that antibiotics are used to relieve symptoms like fever, body pain, coughs and colds.

According to stuides 66% of anitobiotics in Manila were sold without a prescription.

This advocacy aims to help make a law about proper prescrition of antibiotics.

Afraid of surgical facial treatment? Try Botox Alternative

Exercise and diet are not enough to keep the wrinkles away.

But with Diana Stalder's Regenerin treatment you no longer have to watch your face on aging.

Now you will look younger, and feel better about your appearance.

Regenerin is Diana Stalder's Botox alternative. So if you're afraid of needles it's the best option.

A few days after the mall tour last Saturday. I had the chance to experience this 1500 Php worth of facial services and wow that's awesome. It feels so good after, very smooth effect on skin.

There is no need for you to wash your face because the first stage of this treatment is cleansing your face with cream and that's gonna remove all the dust and dirt. So it's so relaxing.

The most painful part is pricking because it has pressure and that's going to remove all your white heads including pimples which are about to grow.

But for Robbie (http://thecreativedork.com/) it was not that painful. We both had Regenerin treatment during the Sparty.

Most of Diana's client experience pain when they're getting pricked.

After that a mask will be applied to your face which has a very cool effect. It's so cold and it's gonna cover your eyes and lips so the only way you can breathe is thru your nose, and that's gonna take for 20 minutes.

A total of an hour treatment.

Common problems for men is having an oily skin so it is recommended to get a facial treatment every 2 weeks.

Robbie and I had a great time at the sparty. It was an additional confidence for us. Oh yeah!

Also try Diana's Diamond Peel, it's their best seling services.

Help Save Palawan

The Philippines’ Last Ecological Frontier: Saving the island of Palawan, one signature at a time

 

Falling in love with the beauty of Palawan is falling deeply in love with the immaculate splendor of Mother Nature.

 

One can only imagine how trip to this lovely destination, lying more than 500 kilometers southwest of Manila, can turn into the most unforgettable leisure experience ever. Known for its rich natural resource that have awed and captivated both Filipinos and foreigners alike, the island of Palawan has earned the distinction of being the most biodiverse island in the Philippines. It serves as home to 40% of the country’s remaining mangrove areas, 35% of the country’s coral reefs, 17 biodiversity areas, 2 UNESCO World Heritage Sites (the Puerto Princesa Subterranean River Natural Park and the Tubbataha National Marine Park), and eight declared protected areas. It is also the provinces that houses one of the Seven Wonders of the World.

 

The variety of natural life found in this vast strip of greenery that is known as Palawan is unmatched anywhere in the Philippines. This is the reason why the National Geographic Traveler magazine hailed the province as the best island destination in the entire East and Southeast Asia, and the 13^th best island in the world having “incredibly beautiful natural seascapes and landscapes” both in 2007.

 

Ten million signatures to save Palawan

Despite the presence of such a very rich and diverse natural culture, Palawan is also a very fragile piece of land, with a thin layer of topsoil that is prone to erosion and landslides. And with aggressive mining taking place in certain areas of Palawan, it will only be a matter of time before the whole island sinks into the sea and be forgotten as a once proud and pristine natural treasure.

 

If the Philippines were to lose Palawan, the country will not only lose a valuable and irreplaceable treasure. More significantly, it will lose one of the Earth’s most precious and beautiful legacy to the next generation.

This is the advocacy being championed by the “Save Palawan Movement” as it encourages Filipinos to help stop mining in Palawan and other key biodiversity areas in the country by joining the march towards 10 million signatures aimed at saving the Philippines’ last ecological frontier.

 

“Currently, there are about 15 ongoing mining operations in Palawan, according to the Palawan NGO Network Inc. (PNNI). An even more shocking and outrageous fact is the number of pending mining applications in Palawan, which now stands at more than 100 as we speak,” says Gina Lopez, Managing Director of ABS-CBN Foundation Inc. “We have to note that contrary to what mining companies claim, the local mining industry only accounts for 1.3% of the country’s gross domestic product.”

 

In fact, a recent study conducted by UP School of Economics Dean Dr. Arsenio Balisacan reveals that of all the identified sectors, only mining had an increase in poverty incidence in a span of more than one decade from 27.84% in 1988 to 48.71% in 2009. This gives it the highest poverty incidence rating in 2009, followed by agriculture (47.92%).

 

This is just one of the recent details and researches that are set to be shared with campaign partners during the Save Palawan Movement General Assembly on November 21, 2011.

 

Also set to impart their knowledge and expertise during the said gathering are esteemed environmental scientists and researchers from Ateneo de Naga University and Ateneo de Manila University, led by Dr. Tony La Vina the head of the Ateneo School of governance, Dr. Boying Bautista and Atty. Gerthie Anda, who will be discussing the impact of mining to the economy;  Atty. Jean Feliciano on the livelihood of Indigenous People in Brooke’s Point in Palawan; and freelance documentary producer and director Bernie Lopez on the largest mining venture in the country that is threatening Mindanao provinces with a potential mega disaster and other environmental and tribal issues.

 

“This very important gathering not only aims to renew our commitments for Palawan’s cause but also to increase awareness and share the vision preserving the natural beauty of Palawan and all the other key biodiversity areas here in the Philippines,” shares Lopez.

 

“With the help of more Filipinos, we hope to be able to save Palawan by asking both the local and the national governments to say no to mining so that we can protect one of our last remaining treasures and give the future generations a more beautiful and livable environment.”

 

Daiana Menezes' Beauty Secret

Diana Stalder Face and Body Skin Care Center, the nation's pioneer in Facial and Skin Care Centers celebrated it's 15th year in the business and as part of their celebration a mall tour at Tutuban Center Mall was held last Nov. 19.[gallery orderby="rand"]

Started in 1996, Diana Stalder currently has 25 branches and counting, all strategically located nationwide: seven corporate and 18 franchise branches. Diana Stalder also exports to countries such as the United States, United Kingdom, Singapore, Bangladesh, and South Korea.

Four almost 4 years Diana Stalder trusts Eat Bulaga's Daiana Menezes as their official celebrity endorser. "Parehong nagbebenefit ang company at ang endorser" said Mrs. Dina Stalder(owner/CEO) during the mall tour.

The company takes care of her skin health, in return Daiana is giving the company a lot of media exposure. Daiana is truly a lucky charm to the business.

Her appeal coincides with the company's vision to be recognized leader
in the skin care and beauty industry, with Diana Stalder emerging as a world renowed brand.


"Malaki ang naitulong ng Diana Stalder sa akin, lalo na sa skin ko at sa weight management kaya ako slim, kaya 1-2 x a week I make sure na pupunta ako sa Diana Stalder...pati mga spa services nagpaptreat din ako" says Daiana.

During the mall tour Daiana entertained a lot of people as she danced and sing and made us laugh out loud. It was fun to see her dancing, she did a great job entertaining the whole Tutuban Center Mall. After the show she had an autograph signing with her fans.

She is a down to earth person, very wholesome and dedicated to her profession, she epitomizes the values fostered by Diana Stalder Face Body and Skin Care Center: Integrity, Professionalism, and Commitment to Customer Service.



This great partnership makes Diana Stalder on it's way to becoming a global leader in the beauty and skin care industry.