3 Ideas for Enjoying Functional Mushrooms Throughout the Day
One of the hottest wellness trends of 2021 has been adaptogen mushrooms, or “functional mushrooms.” These mighty mycelia have been around for millennia, used in traditional Chinese medicine and other ancient herbalist practices. But they are seeing a sharp uptick in popularity now – as people increasingly turn to the natural world for health and wellness support. But how exactly do you drink a mushroom? It may sound strange at first, but don’t worry. In this post, let’s look at three ways to enjoy functional mushrooms throughout your day: in the morning, at mid-day and night! What Are Functional Mushrooms? First, a quick definition before diving in: Functional mushrooms are fungi used to…
Rice alternative Duru Bulgur is now available in the PH
White rice is a staple food of every Filipino and is present in almost every meal. Unfortunately, it is not the healthiest of grains. It is full of simple carbohydrates (carbs) and low on fiber, making its glycemic index high. This only means that its carbs are quickly converted into blood sugar, which is bad specially for diabetics. It can also increase your risk of type-2 diabetes by at least 11%, or worsen it if you already have it. It can also cause weight gain, and increase your risk factors for high blood pressure and high triglyceride levels. But for us Filipinos, rice is life! It would be hard to give it up,…
Top 3 Delicious Fruit Juice Ideas You Really Should Try
Hello reader, thanks once again for your attention. Today, I’m going to be taking you through how to make five different types of fruit juices, which are, in fact, ranked the top 3 best-tasting fruit juices in the world. Matter of fact, fruit juices are ideal for everyone; whether you are a vegan, vegetarian, or omnivore, you’ll find great value in these nutrient-loaded drinks. Plus, they pair with almost any food whether it be seafood, whole grains, vegetable salad, snacks, etc. Without further ado, let’s begin with orange juice: Orange Juice Orange juice tastes superb and packs a whole load of vitamin C. This water-soluble vitamin has strong antioxidant properties that make it…
6 Ginataan Dishes and Desserts That Will Make You Go Nuts for Coconuts
Coconuts are plentiful in the Philippines—so much so, in fact, that we are second only to Indonesia in the commercial production of this popular and economically important crop. It makes perfect sense, then, for us to incorporate coconut meat, milk, oil, water, and many of its other edible by-products into our dishes. We even have a name for the entire category of dishes in our cuisine cooked with coconut milk or gatâ: ginataan. Because coconut milk can be used in both sweet and savory dishes, the term ginataan refers to a number of different culinary preparations. When one wishes to specify the dish, the word is usually followed by the main ingredient. Here…
7 Reasons You Should Adopt the Mediterranean Diet
Credits to the main photo: https://www.freshnlean.com/recipes/ When you’re looking for a food plan to follow, there are so many out there that just looking through them all seems like work on its own. Thankfully, the wonderful people of the Mediterranean came up with the perfect plan. It may not be constant paella and wine from Spain or gyros from Greece, but the Mediterranean diet is one that requires little prep but comes loaded with benefits. If you’re looking to map out your next diet or plan the perfect food plan, look no further than the Mediterranean diet. Check out the top reasons for making the switch below. It’s Easy to Follow Committing to…
Shop for a Cause at Unilever’s #BeautyThatCares Sale
When shopping involves not just buying something for yourself, but also showing care for something bigger, it becomes all the more fun and meaningful. On Friday, August 9, 2019, you can look forward to just that with Unilever’s first ever #BeautyThatCares Sale, exclusively on Shopee! The #BeautyThatCares Sale is a reflection of the Unilever Beauty and Personal Care Category’s philosophy of providing Filipinos with solutions to address their ever-evolving needs, while integrating its purpose of caring for the people, society and the planet. This is part of Unilever’s global commitment to making sustainability a part of every Filipino’s everyday life, through brands and partners that are truly purpose-led. For one day only,…
REVIEW: Song Fa ba kut teh has the BEST pork ribs soup in Singapore (if not the entire planet)
After that tiring yet rewarding trip to Science Centre, my mom and aunt were starving! Hahaha! They were also craving for anything SOUP! So I messaged my fitspo buddy Marga of @margabanaga who recently stayed in SG and asked her local friends for recommendations. “Where can we eat good soup without making our wallets cry?” SONG FA bak kut teh! That was their unanimous answer. NOW I MUST TRY. Song Fa bak kut teh It was around lunch time so the place was packed. But not full enough that we need to wait before seating. They have a straightforward menu of their best-selling dishes. I decided to order 2 large pork…
Review: PICKLE.PH and my Honest Thoughts About Food Subscription Services
I LOVE TO EAT. That’s actually the reason why I’m not getting the results I want on my body despite my consistent visit to the gym working on my routines. Our body is 70% diet and 30% exercise, and when I mention the word diet, it doesn’t necessarily mean starving yourselves by restricting your calorie portions too much. PICKLE.PH That’s where PICKLE.PH comes in. It’s a food subscription service that delivers meals on daily basis and its portion depends on your nutritional needs. I like using the term food subscription more than diet delivery because it just sounds less restrictive. Since I was staying in Manila for a few weeks for macho kid’s summer vacation, why…
Anlene White Coffee (Benefits, Price, Calories)
I’m a chronic coffee drinker. I need my caffeine before I can get any job done. That’s why when I found out Anlene has its White Coffee Variant, and with Collagen to boot. I got curious! I purchased a pack even wayyyyy before I was invited to their event. But I’m using those photos because they look better HAHAHA. So over the past few weeks I’ve been substituting my usual coffee with Anlene. But you’re probably here for the information you need. Benefits, ingredients, and calories. . Benefits Anlene White Coffee has Collagen – Taking collagen is associated with a number of health benefits and very few known risks. For starters, supplements may improve skin health by…
BEST MILK TEA ALERT! Presotea Serves You Freshly Brewed Tea Each Time
I am a self-confessed milk tea addict. It’s something my taste-buds crave every time I finish a meal or when I need an instant oxytocin boost. Yes, to the point I write milk tea reviews and do articles like: Best Milk Tea in Metro Manila Why are Filipinos Addicted to Milk Tea? But don’t get me wrong. Despite my over-enthusiasm over these sugar-filled drinks, I don’t settle for just any milk tea. I still want to savor the tea taste in the sea of boba. That’s why when I heard Presotea finally arrived in the Philippines my caffeine-dependent heart beat faster than it should. HAHA! Here’s why. What Makes Presotea Special? With the myriad of milk…
