Herbalife Nutrition At Work Survey Reveals Filipino Millennials Desire Healthy, Active Workplace Environment

Herbalife Nutrition, a global nutrition company, has released the findings from its Asia Pacific Millennials At Work Survey1, which revealed that Filipino millennials are adapting a healthy, active lifestyle, however, most believe their current workplace environment prevents them from doing so.

Millennials, or people born in between 1980 and 2000, are opting for a workplace that will encourage them to stay active, if only this will be embedded in every company culture.  About 83 percent or eight (8) in 10 millennials have agreed that they would like their company workplace to adopt a healthy, active lifestyle.

With the millennial generation expected to make up 50 percent of the global workforce by 2020, ensuring the wellbeing of millennials will be important to improving workplace productivity. “There are about 35 million millennials now in the Philippines, which is about one-third of the country’s entire population. Five years from now, millennials will be dominating the labor force. While most millennials want to lead healthy lives, they face real obstacles at work in doing so,”said Rosalio Valenzuela, Herbalife Philippines General Manager. “At Herbalife Nutrition, we provide our employees with nutrition products at work, subsidize gym memberships, hold regular wellness programs related to nutrition and well-being, and encourage participation in outdoor activities and sports competitions.”

Additionally, the survey findings revealed the following:

• Seven (7) out of 10 millennials strive to live healthy, active lives
• However, the majority of millennials find it challenging to maintain an active lifestyle at work – eight (8) out of 10 millennials spend 6 to 13 hours at their work desk each day, and 64% of millennials get less than 30 minutes of physical activity – including standing, stretching and walking at work on an average work day.
• Additionally, 64% of millennials cited the “lack of time” as the key obstacle to engaging in physical activity at work.

 To provide tips on how millennials and their employers can integrate positive nutrition and life style habits at their workplaces, Herbalife Nutrition has organized a sixth Asia Pacific Wellness Tour, which builds upon the successes of the past five tours that welcomed over 100, 000  participants. Five experts from the Herbalife Nutrition Advisory Board (NAB) are scheduled to tour 21 Asian cities from October 7 to 30, to hold a series of talks, workshops and medical symposia across the region.

“Through these efforts, we hope to equip organizations and employees with the right tools to collectively build a healthier work environment across Asia Pacific,” said Valenzuela.

Julian Alvarez Garcia, M.D., Ph.D., a member of the Herbalife Nutrition Advisory Board, will be visiting Manila for the Asia Pacific Wellness Tour this October. Julian Alvarez Garcia, M.D., Ph.D. will also be sharing expert advice on how millennials can adopt simple positive nutrition and lifestyle habits at work to improve their overall well-being in the long run.

Some of the tips to help foster a healthier millennial workforce include:

• Nutrition

• Dedicate a healthy eating day each week and get colleagues involved in making healthy choices for lunch on this day.
• Boost water intake to help the body digest food, rid the body of toxins, and help deliver nutrients to the cells. Drink at least eight (8) glasses or two (2) liters of water a day.
• Have a protein shake combined with non-fat milk and healthy fruit for breakfast. With 20-30 grams of protein and low-fat contents, it can provide the body with all the nutrition it needs to power through the day.

• Active Living

• Create a playlist that incorporates upbeat music and play with hourly intervals.
• Use Running Apps to keep energized and on-pace during regular runs.
• Set a goal to join running competitions to motivate self to sustain an active lifestyle.

1Herbalife’s Millennials At Work Survey was conducted in 2016, with 5,500 respondents aged 18 and above, from Australia, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand and Vietnam.

ATC Livermarin for a healthy liver

Livermore Connecting Easy Finding people you share common interests with is just darn too easy, with the flexibility of our technology, being a loner is almost a thing of the past. With connecting socially is such an ease it gives us a longer list of people and things to celebrate and meet up. Sharing a pint of beer every now and then with your friends isn’t something to be alarmed about but with our wide connections of people, this can be a frequent event. LiverMarin is a dietary supplement that contains Silymarin and Sodium Ascorbate. It protects your liver by acting as an antioxidant, promoting the growth of new liver cells while preventing liver damage. Don’t forget to take LiverMarin every day to keep your liver healthy.

ATC Fish Oil Stop the Stress

Press release: ATC Fish Oil Stop the Stress, Take a Rest In a fast-paced world we live in, stress is always present. Traffic, office hassle or attending to your family’s needs, these are just some of the things that stresses us. Stop thinking too much, for it may have a great effect on health especially to your heart. Stress can alleviate your blood pressure that may lead to heart attack or stroke. So stop the stress, take a rest. Let ATC Fish Oil take care of your heart. ATC Fish Oil is a dietary supplement extracted from various fish. It contains the Omega-3 Fatty Acids, Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA), and Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) that are known to possibly aid in lowering blood pressure. Protecting your body from stroke and heart attack. Protect your heart from the stresses of daily living with ATC Fish Oil. ATC Fish Oil is available at Mercury Drug and leading drugstores nationwide for P 6.00 per capsule.

My Nickelodeon Takotown Experience

I've always looked forward to Nickelodeon Halloween events ever since I attended the Nickelodeon Shocktober event a few years back. As an avid Nickster, I make sure to attend any Nickelodeon event except maybe the ones made with preschool kids in mind such as events for Nick Jr. Why do I love going to Nickelodeon events? It's simple--I enjoy them so much because going to one gives me the chance to get to know fellow Nicksters and if I'd get lucky, I could even bring home an amazing prize.

So last October 31, I tagged along with my aunt Ching and headed towards SMX Convention Center where the Nickelodeon's Takotown (their Halloween special event this year) was held. Together with my sister Icy, we were both excited to be in our costumes. I wore my 'pumpkin boy' costume while Icy had a 'pixie forest shrub' costume.  Since my sister and I were seldom together (we live apart from each other), this Nickelodeon Takotown event had given us a chance to be together even just for a day. More than the fun at the Nickelodeon events, bonding with my dear sister is also something that I anticipate. 

It was my sister Icy's first time to join the on-stage games at the Nickelodeon Takotown. She joined the first game called Dora The Explorer's Mystic Brew sponsored by Lotte Koala's March. I'm so glad her group had won! She received Koala's March boxes as prizes. Icy looked so happy on stage when they were awarded their prizes. Nickelodeon's Robi and Lesley hosted the program in their halloween attire. 

I also joined in one of the games called Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Ooze Rush, but my team wasn't fast enough so we did not win. But that's what I liked most about Nickelodeon events, everyone gets to bring home a prize--as losers have consolation prize as well. Although I totally liked the prize that the winners received, they've got for themselves Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles figure toys each! I liked theTeenage Mutant Ninja Turtles shirt which I got as consolation prize. 

Dora the Explorer, Patrick Star, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' Leonardo and Donatello graced the show. And our beloved character Spongebob Squarepants also made his appearance to the audiences' delight. 

Illusionist Drag Cigam also wowed the crowd with his expertise on illusions and magic. Candies, sweet treats, toys and goodies were also given away with the game booths that abound the SMX hall. 

For the brave ones, there was the horror walking tour where one will experience an interactive halloween experience meant to scare. I went inside by myself but it wasn't that eerie although it will surprise you from time to time. There were also mascots appearances and photo opps from Kinderjoy, McDonalds, Koala's March and Appebon. There were raffle prizes and best in costumes were also awarded.

My Nickelodeon Takotown experience is not a scary one but a joyous one worth remembering from time to time. Nickelodeon makes my childhood years a memorable one. From excellent entertaining TV shows to enjoyable events mounted, I'm sure time will come when I will look past all these and smile knowing fully well that I have spent my years having fun, the Nickster way--with green slime! 

Get updates on Nickelodeon via http://www.nick-asia.com 

FILA BIDS BEM VINDO TO A NEW ERA WITH THE 2013 POLO CUP CARNIVAL

 

It was indeed a red-letter day to remember as it’s the only chic party that has a Brazilian Carnival theme as FILA Philippines organized a polo match + party held  at the Manila Polo Club. Manila’s top socialites and celebrities were present during the said affair. Brazil-born actor and FILA endorser Fabio Ide, with entertainment to be provided by Guarana, the Escola de Samba de Manila Dancers, the Maracuja Dancers, and Talentadong Pinoy Hall-of-Famer Astroboy.

 Manila’s finest to grace the event, including Fabio’s fellow FILA endorsers Georgina Wilson, Borgy Manotoc, Tim Yap, and FILA’s first couple, the ever gorgeous president and CEO of FILA Philippines Cris Albert, and husband and company chairman Butch Albert who also happens to be celebrating his birthday on this month of hearts.

The entertainment has been especially prepared to bring the concept to its full.  Guarana is the country’s leading proponent of traditional and authentic Bossa Nova and Samba.  The Escola de Samba de Manila, founded by the same minds behind Guarana, has taken unto itself the task of bringing Brazilian Carnival to the event with their bright, festive colors and infectious, pulsating rhythms.  This is as close as we can get to an authentic Mardi Gras festival without leaving the country!

 

 Why Brazilian Carnival? 

 Merely because when it comes to emotion, color, atmosphere, and sheer over-the-top joyous celebration, there’s nothing that beats the Brazilian method.  This is a perfect welcome for FILA’s bigger direction in 2013, a new era for the brand that features innovation while still taking its cues from a rich and storied past.  FILA is the oldest and wisest of the brands, and throughout its history, it has stayed true to boldness, color, and design.  Fans can look forward to more of this, but taken to a whole new level.  

New brands and new lines equal a new level of excitement for FILA die-hards and those just discovering the marque.  The revamped range includes sport and lifestyle masterpieces for everyone.

FILA Everest – The old adage goes “tough times never last but tough people do,”.  Everest is a no-nonsense brand that believes in dreaming big and doing big.  It is built for those who lead the extreme active lifestyle, who regularly tread on the cutting edge, the nature adventurer; yet it remains comfortable, allowing more freedom of movement without sacrificing durability.  Lightweight but protective, Everest shoes are designed to meet the performance needs of the adventurous.

FILA Outdoors – More than a brand, Outdoors is an answer to a question.  It is a response to one of the deepest and most basic of human needs, the desire to bring back the simple joys and pleasures of childhood.  It is the direct result of the blood that runs through our veins, and the revolutionary return of the Pinoy.  It is what FILA consumers want and need.  

FILA Tiva – The Heart of Tiva is escape, a yearning for love, light, freedom.  It is for the girl who takes the road less traveled.  The Soul of Tiva is the mantra “follow the light.”  It represents a new lifestyle and culture that loves the open sea, freedom, and nature.  It follows alternative sports like surfing, diving and kiteboarding, but with less emphasis on performance and more detail on the soul.

FILA Freestyle – A new hyper brand forged by the classic timelessness of FILA Vintage and the irresistible call of FILA Outdoors.  A brand full of strength and personality, it screams youth at its prime but reflects a respect for the classics.  Freestyle is for the Old Timeless, Livewire, Agro, Emo, Creative fun-seeker.  Freestyle is anything but shy.

FILA believes that sport is an artform, a combination of beauty, luxury, and passion, form and movement.  Sport can be viewed as a painting in a gallery or a ballet in a theatre.  Sport is inspiring and inspired.  As a company founded in Italy, FILA, more than anyone, recognizes the art of sport, the importance of design, and the feel uniquely tied to it.

Fila shops are located at the following branches:

  SM Mall of Asia, SM Megamall, SM Cebu, Ayala Malls Glorietta, Ayala Malls Trinoma,  Ayala Malls Pavilion, Ayala Malls Market! Market!,  Ayala Malls Cebu, Ayala Malls Marquee Pampanga, Robinsons Galleria, Robinsons Ermita, Robinsons Cebu, Robinsons Iloilo, Robinsons Bacolod, Robinsons Lipa, Robinsons Metroeast, Robinsons Dumaguete, Robinsons Tacloban, Robinsons General Santos, Robinsons Ilocos Norte, Limketkai Cagayan de Oro, Island City Mall Bohol, Festival Mall Alabang, Ever Commonwealth, Ever Cainta, D’Mall Boracay,  Gaisano Capital Tacloban, Gaisano Capital Ormoc, Gaisano Capital Kalibo,  NCC Mall Davao,  NCC Mall Tagum, LCC Legazpi

For more information about Fila,

 log on to www.fila.ph.

 

 

Lego Christmas Display

The LEGO Giant Christmas Tree

Eiffel Tower miniature LEGO version.

LEGO on display were truly awesome. Imagine there were famous landmarks from different countries such as Eiffel Tower, Luneta Park, The Great Wall of China, Taipei 101 building (the tallest building in the world), along with robotics and miniature communities that will surely make kids and kids-at-heart as well as LEGO fanatics like me fascinated.

That's me, checking out the LEGO robot display.

Merry-Go-Round in LEGO fashion.

Come and visit the LEGO Christmas display. You still have loads of time to do so for it'll be on exhibit until January 10,2012 of next year. There are activities for kids also because there is a play area and LEGO Building Competition every Saturday from 2-4PM. This is truly a real treat for all LEGO fanatics. Don't miss it!

Go and catch it while you can! Entrance is absolutely FREE!

Araneta Center Lighting Parade

I had been at the right place and time. My family and I just came from Horseshoe Village that Saturday afternoon and was about to go home. We were surprised to see another relative who informed us about the Araneta Center Lighting Parade which was about to start that same afternoon. Mommy figured out, since we're already in Cubao, it will only take a few more minutes before the parade will start. Hence, we decided to stay and watch the parade. These are some of the photos I've taken.

Meralco's Ang Liwanag ng Buhay float

Copper wires made into sculpture.

Trike with lights on.

Marching bands played a Christmas tune.

Even terrible two years olds like Francine Yllen Quijano here awaited for the parade.

Here's the author wishing you a very Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas everyone!