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    The secrets of a supermom


    Suzi Entrata-Abrera shares what it takes to balance family, work and self.


    By Annie Alejo

    We all know moms belong to a special breed of superwomen. But what every mother learns soon enough, of course, is that being a superwoman entails a network of allies—from a loving husband that doesn’t mind doing his share around the house, some awesome nannies who can take over when needed, and extended family...

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    Tobacco addiction

    What to do when life goes up in smoke.
    By Stef dela Cruz, M.D.

    It’s said that cigarettes kill almost a thousand Filipinos everyday—and where there’s smoke, there’s fire.

    “Approximately 500 to more than 800 Filipinos get smoking-related heart disease and lung cancer each day,” says Laurence Go, a researcher from Action for Economic Reforms. Go was one of the participants of the Cancer Stakeholders’ Consultative Meeting in May 2012.

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    Malaysian cuisine: Ricing to the occasion

    A neighboring culture shows us how to breathe new life to an old staple.

    Rice is something the typical Filipino spread can’t do without, but creativity is definitely something you can add to the table. Mix things up a bit, the Malay way—and give your family a true taste of the different flavors of Asia.

    “Combination kasi ng a lot of [cultures], like Malay, Chinese and Indian ang main...

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    Hair-raising questions

    A leading dermatologist addresses a few follicular-oriented queries.

    By Anna Gamboa Gan

    In a society that values voluminous, lustrous locks, consumers are eager to find the latest cure for an itchy scalp or excessive hair fall. Some are even willing to spend hefty amounts on creative treatment methods like “water acupuncture” and “infrared scalp therapy.” A lot of hair concerns are actual medical problems, though.

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    Make your home healthy

    Small improvements can lead to a more pleasant family environment.

    By Excel Dyquiangco

    Cleaning your house twice or thrice a week may not be enough in order to create a truly healthful environment for you and your family. But, a few minor home improvements and adjustments might do the trick.

    “The home is an indirect reflection of your personality,” says Rosemarie Serrano...

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Combination therapy pill for diabetics

Leading research-based biopharmaceutical company AstraZeneca recently launched saxagliptin + metformin XR (extended-release). “With its novel mechanism of action and once-daily dosing...

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The free radical neutralizer

Fight free radicals and boost brain health with PHAREX® Vitamin E. Taken once a day, each 400 IU soft gel capsule supplies more than a day’s RDA of dl-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate (vitamin E) to help ensure peak mental performance at all times. Available in all leading drugstores nationwide. For more information, visit facebook.com/KontraKalawangSaUtak.



ALSO IN THE MAY 2013 ISSUE

NIXING THE NICOTINE. Are you ready to quit?

MALAYSIAN CUISINE: RICING TO THE OCCASSION. Discover how our neighbor gets creative with rice.

HAIR-RAISING QUESTIONS? An expert sheds ;light on the issues surrounding your crowning glory.

MAKE YOUR HOME HEALTHY. Small home tweaks that can produce big benefits.

Niggling knee pain

Question: I’ve been having bad knee pain for about three months now. It’s getting worse, especially when I’m sleeping or feeling cold. What can I do?

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Health Tip of the Week

Time for summer cleaning

Take advantage of the downtime to spruce up the house. A disorganized home is not only a source of stress that can lead to impaired immunity, but also a breeding ground for dirt and disease.

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Merry March Reader

Kudos for your informative March issue! I am very conscious of my body and my health, and...


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A LADY'S GUIDE TO DENTAL HEALTH


By Angelo V. Fernandez DMD, FICD

Men and women are created equal, but not the same. Unique experiences give rise to unique needs and preferences for women in many aspects of life. Dental health is not exempt.

The important differences in women’s oral health largely depend on hormone fluctuations. As such, dental conditions depend on life stages, as dictated by surges in sex hormone levels: puberty, menstruation, pregnancy, lactation and menopause. Women are also more likely to be diagnosed with TMJ, myofascial pain, eating disorders and...


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