tips uli.
TIPS TO HELP YOU SLEEP BETTER
Sleep is just as important to our health as exercise and a healthy diet. Lack of sleep can reduce mental alertness and impair the immune system. It also decreases the production of certain hormones that fight certain diseases such as cancer and diabetes. These hormones also regulate or control a person’s appetite.
Researchers say that a person’s lack of sleep is caused by changes in his lifestyle, wherein he is required to stay up late or change his sleep cycle often. This greatly affects his decision-making skills, memory, and concentration, degrading his performance at school or at work. According to Dr. Jim Horne, director of the sleep research at Loughborough University, “the amount of sleep we require is what we need not to be sleepy in the daytime.”
There are ways to help you sleep better and fall asleep faster: Sleep only when sleepy. This reduces the time you are awake in bed. If you are unable to fall asleep within 20 minutes, get up and do something until you feel sleepy. If possible, avoid taking naps in the afternoon. This will ensure that you are tired by bedtime. Get up and go to bed at the same time every day. Avoid taking anything that contains caffeine, nicotine, or alcohol for at least four to six hours before going to bed. Caffeine and nicotine interfere with your ability to fall asleep. Although alcohol slows down brain activity and causes you to relax and feel sleepy, it will also prevent you from sleeping deeply. Take a light snack before going to bed. It is important to avoid going to bed hungry or too full as either can cause difficulties in sleeping.
5.20.2009
EATING WHILE WATCHING TELEVISION IS UNHEALTHY FOR CHILDREN
magazine article for the test...
EATING WHILE WATCHING TELEVISION IS UNHEALTHY FOR CHILDREN
Studies show that there is a link between the number of hours children spend watching television and weight problems. They also show that children who watch television while eating are likely to develop heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and even cancer. One way to avoid these problems is to turn off the television during dinner.
Based on a survey conducted by Lynn Edmunds, a registered dietitian in the New York State Department of Health, children tend to not only tune out their natural hunger when watching television; they also tend to request the food products that are frequently advertised. Most of these products are those that are low in nutritional value. "Given that lifelong food preferences are established early in life, it is important for parents to foster mealtime environments that encourage healthful eating," Edmunds said.
In a Texas Medical Center News article, behavioral nutritionist Dr. Karen Cullen says, “Food commercial ads often suggest the use of food for purposes like fun or image, rather than to satisfy hunger or for health, and seldom show how the advertised food fits into a healthy diet.”
Families who watch television during dinnertime miss important opportunities to talk and bond. According to Dr. Barbara Dennison, one of the directors at the New York State Department of Health, “dinner is an opportunity for family interaction and conversation.” She adds that children take the lead of their parents in such a way that they would eat healthier food if their parents ate with them and engaged them in conversation.
Added to this, Dr. Cullen says that positive mealtime conversations can also build children’s self-esteem and foster positive relationships that help children and parents discuss and talk about serious issues when they arise. She emphasizes that it is very important for any particular activity to be beneficial to the physical and mental well-being of children.
EATING WHILE WATCHING TELEVISION IS UNHEALTHY FOR CHILDREN
Studies show that there is a link between the number of hours children spend watching television and weight problems. They also show that children who watch television while eating are likely to develop heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and even cancer. One way to avoid these problems is to turn off the television during dinner.
Based on a survey conducted by Lynn Edmunds, a registered dietitian in the New York State Department of Health, children tend to not only tune out their natural hunger when watching television; they also tend to request the food products that are frequently advertised. Most of these products are those that are low in nutritional value. "Given that lifelong food preferences are established early in life, it is important for parents to foster mealtime environments that encourage healthful eating," Edmunds said.
In a Texas Medical Center News article, behavioral nutritionist Dr. Karen Cullen says, “Food commercial ads often suggest the use of food for purposes like fun or image, rather than to satisfy hunger or for health, and seldom show how the advertised food fits into a healthy diet.”
Families who watch television during dinnertime miss important opportunities to talk and bond. According to Dr. Barbara Dennison, one of the directors at the New York State Department of Health, “dinner is an opportunity for family interaction and conversation.” She adds that children take the lead of their parents in such a way that they would eat healthier food if their parents ate with them and engaged them in conversation.
Added to this, Dr. Cullen says that positive mealtime conversations can also build children’s self-esteem and foster positive relationships that help children and parents discuss and talk about serious issues when they arise. She emphasizes that it is very important for any particular activity to be beneficial to the physical and mental well-being of children.
TIPS TO KEEP YOUR FOOD SAFE
another one...
TIPS TO KEEP YOUR FOOD SAFE
Going on picnics and having a barbecue grill in the backyard are two activities people enjoy doing. But food safety experts say that people must know how to properly prepare and cook food. According to a study, uncooked and half-cooked foods contain bacteria that can cause serious illnesses.
To avoid this, experts recommend that foods that are served hot must be kept at a temperature above 140 degrees Fahrenheit while foods that are served cold must be kept below 40 degrees. Also, raw meat that is being thawed or marinated must be kept inside the refrigerator and not left on the counter. If you’re planning to use some of the marinade as sauce, reserve a small portion before you mix the rest of it with meat or fish. This prevents any kind of bacteria from breeding.
When grilling, use a food thermometer to determine if the food is already cooked. Different foods require different cooking temperatures. Meat requires 160 degrees Fahrenheit to kill the microorganisms. Fish must be cooked at a temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit, while poultry requires heat of up to 165 degrees. Grill only over medium heat. High heat will burn the food, but it will not cook it. It is also advisable to flip the foods often to speed up the cooking process and effectively kill the bacteria.
Serve food on a clean plate. Never use a platter or utensils that were used to handle raw food. If you’re going on a picnic, serve only in small amounts and keep the rest in a cooler. Desserts must be placed on top of bowls of ice to prevent them from spoiling. Also, foods that are not eaten after an hour or two must be thrown out.
TIPS TO KEEP YOUR FOOD SAFE
Going on picnics and having a barbecue grill in the backyard are two activities people enjoy doing. But food safety experts say that people must know how to properly prepare and cook food. According to a study, uncooked and half-cooked foods contain bacteria that can cause serious illnesses.
To avoid this, experts recommend that foods that are served hot must be kept at a temperature above 140 degrees Fahrenheit while foods that are served cold must be kept below 40 degrees. Also, raw meat that is being thawed or marinated must be kept inside the refrigerator and not left on the counter. If you’re planning to use some of the marinade as sauce, reserve a small portion before you mix the rest of it with meat or fish. This prevents any kind of bacteria from breeding.
When grilling, use a food thermometer to determine if the food is already cooked. Different foods require different cooking temperatures. Meat requires 160 degrees Fahrenheit to kill the microorganisms. Fish must be cooked at a temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit, while poultry requires heat of up to 165 degrees. Grill only over medium heat. High heat will burn the food, but it will not cook it. It is also advisable to flip the foods often to speed up the cooking process and effectively kill the bacteria.
Serve food on a clean plate. Never use a platter or utensils that were used to handle raw food. If you’re going on a picnic, serve only in small amounts and keep the rest in a cooler. Desserts must be placed on top of bowls of ice to prevent them from spoiling. Also, foods that are not eaten after an hour or two must be thrown out.
HOW TO MAKE YOUR HOME CLUTTER-FREE
one of my tests...
HOW TO MAKE YOUR HOME CLUTTER-FREE
A cluttered house is not a place you would want to invite your friends over, nor would you feel inspired to work in. It is unpleasant to look at, and unpleasant to live in. Not only does the clutter make it difficult to find the things you need, it can also be a major source of stress, as some studies say.
As removing clutters can be an exhausting job, here are some tips to help you. Get someone who can help you. It might take you a long time if you do it alone. Also, make a plan to help you stay focused. List down what you think should be done and which items to remove first. Make sure the storage items are within reach.
When organizing, ask yourself which items do you normally use and how many do you really need to have. If you see that you have too many of a thing, get rid of the extra and keep only a sufficient amount or number.
Make sure to check cabinets and drawers. It may contain things, like medicines, which you don’t know are already expired. Clean your closets too. It’s possible you will find several clothes and shoes which do not fit you anymore or have not used for a while. The best thing to do is to throw away or donate them.
Surely, you will find old receipts or bills as well. These and other important documents should be filed and labeled accordingly. Do the same for accessories and tools, so that you would know where to look for them next time. As for your kitchen, clean your pantry and refrigerator, and look for expired canned goods or spoiled food. Make a grocery list next time you shop, so that you won’t waste food anymore.
HOW TO MAKE YOUR HOME CLUTTER-FREE
A cluttered house is not a place you would want to invite your friends over, nor would you feel inspired to work in. It is unpleasant to look at, and unpleasant to live in. Not only does the clutter make it difficult to find the things you need, it can also be a major source of stress, as some studies say.
As removing clutters can be an exhausting job, here are some tips to help you. Get someone who can help you. It might take you a long time if you do it alone. Also, make a plan to help you stay focused. List down what you think should be done and which items to remove first. Make sure the storage items are within reach.
When organizing, ask yourself which items do you normally use and how many do you really need to have. If you see that you have too many of a thing, get rid of the extra and keep only a sufficient amount or number.
Make sure to check cabinets and drawers. It may contain things, like medicines, which you don’t know are already expired. Clean your closets too. It’s possible you will find several clothes and shoes which do not fit you anymore or have not used for a while. The best thing to do is to throw away or donate them.
Surely, you will find old receipts or bills as well. These and other important documents should be filed and labeled accordingly. Do the same for accessories and tools, so that you would know where to look for them next time. As for your kitchen, clean your pantry and refrigerator, and look for expired canned goods or spoiled food. Make a grocery list next time you shop, so that you won’t waste food anymore.
remains of my varsi days
I wasn't able to save copies of my news articles, except for these three...
Government critics blast all-out war policy in Mindanao
Patricia Gaile Cotaoco
GOVERNMENT critics say the Mindanao conflict is rooted in centuries-old oppression that cannot be resolved easily by arms. They called on the government to stop its offensive and implement a strategy of development.
"It is a war of political subjugation rooted in history. The government's narrow-mindedness and stupidity drag our country down," said Akbayan party list president Ronald Llamas, an AB Journalism alumnus of the Faculty of Arts and Letters and former Varsitarian staffer, in the symposium on "The Mindanao Situation and its Impact to the Political and Economic Situation of the Philippines." The Forum was sponsored by the AB Sociology department and the Movement of Student Power (MASP) last July 20 at the Faculty of Arts and Letters Audio-Visual Room.
Meanwhile, Yusuf Ali Musawie, a Muslim youth leader said the conflict is abetted by poverty and ignorance in the region.
"Politics in Mindanao is a politics of oppression, of poverty and of ignorance. The war began because the government forgot there were people who existed, "Yusuf Ali Musawie said in the forum.
On the other hand, AB Political Science coordinator lawyer Reynaldo Lopez said that the Mindanao crisis was caused by the Filipino people's ignorance of the living conditions in Mindanao.
"Kaya hindi 'yon na-so-solve ay dahil sa kakulangan natin sa kaalaman sa buhay sa Mindanao," Lopez said.
Meanwhile, Tomasito Villarin, executive director of Kaisahan Tungo sa Kaunlaran ng Kanayunan, said the government's "all-out war" approach had only worsened the situation in Mindanao.
According to Villarin, an AB Economics alumnus of UST, despite the Mindanao region's abundant resources, 12 of its provinces are considered the poorest in the country because of mismanagement.
"War is a very lucrative business. The government is spending P50 million worth of bullets. It is spending P50 to P100 million a day to pursue the war," he said.
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CPA reviewers bolt CPAR, form new review center
Patricia Gaile Cotaoco
UST'S Accounting graduates reviewing for the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) board examination at the CPA Review (CPAR) were in a state of confusion last month as CPAR's long-time reviewers bolted the widely-patronized review center.
Reputably one of the premier review centers in accountancy, CPAR has produced a number of board topnotchers and a high percentage of CPA board passers. It also boasts of a formidable lineup of reviewers, most of whom are experts in their fields.
Last month, however, a group of reviewers, some of whom were pioneers of CPAR, left the review center, to the surprise of the reviewees. This year, nearly half of UST's accounting graduates are enrolled at CPAR.
According to cum laude graduate Jo-an Lu, a reviewee at CPAR, she and her classmates were surprised at the turn of events.
"Na-tense (kami) kasi magagaling 'yung nawala tapos walang idea kung sino yung ipapalit," she said.
"There was a sudden change of atmosphere," Institute of Accountancy magna cum laude graduate Rudi Ramin said.
In an interview with the Varsitarian, Rodelio Roque, a reviewer at CPAR, said he and his colleagues submitted a resignation letter effective October this year to manage their own review center, the Review School of Accountancy (ReSA). However, Roque said they were immediately terminated by CPAR head-partner Crispin Llamado.
But Roque assured students of a quality review at ReSA since most of its reviewers were all from CPAR.
"Talagang pagbubutihan namin. Ang mga reviewers natin mga 20 years na sa academe, meron 19 years na sa review. So, siguro yung exposure na yon malaki maitutulong," said Roque.
Among those who transferred to ReSA are Marcelino Bonafe for Business Law, UST chief accountant Antonio Dayag for Practical Accounting 2, Gerardo Roque for Auditory Theory and Practice, Rodelio Roque for Management Advisory Services, Asser Tamayo for Practical Accounting 1 and Theory of Accounts.
Meanwhile, according to Minerva Cruz, College of Commerce's head of the Institute of Accountancy, the credit for passing the CPA board exams should go to the school because the teaching foundation comes from the teachers, and not from the reviewers.
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Administration hit for tuition increase
Patricia Gaile Cotaoco
STUDENT leaders criticized the UST administration for increasing tuition this school year despite protests from local student councils in a consultation last February.
“Nag-no ang (student) council (of different colleges). Ibig sabihin, hindi kailangan magtaas ng tuition. Pero viniolate ito ng administration. Nagtaas pa rin sila at hindi lang five percent ang itinaas nila. Umabot pa ito ng 11 to 14.5 percent, “said Antonette Hojilla, secretary general of Anakbayan-UST in a symposium last July 21 at the Rizal Conference Hall of the Faculty of Arts and Letters.
According to Hojilla, the Education Act of 1982, which allows private schools to increase tuition without government restrictions, should be repealed. She also called for a tuition rollback.
Hojilla added that the additional energy fee charged on students should be scrapped out since it is already covered by other fees, such as the Community Service and Information Development fees.
Furthermore, Rey Asis, national president of the College Editors Guild of the Philippines (CEGP), said that according to the Securities and Exchange Commission, most of the schools that continue to increase tuition are included in the top 7,000 profit-earning corporations in the country.
“Erap’s callousness allow capitalist educators to rake in more profits in tuition. The continuous increase in tuition only shows that the educational system we have is highly commercialized,” he said.
However, in an interview with the Varsitarian, UST Treasurer Fr. Roberto Pinto, O.P. said the tuition increase was based on the need to improve the University’s facilities.
“We cannot stop improving the facilities and services. Every year, we have to do something, otherwise, maiiwanan tayo,” he said.
Furthermore, Fr. Pinto said that the University had its “lowest tuition increase” this year.
“We used to raise it up to 20 to 35 percent. Tinitingnan ko lang yung pangangailangan natin. Marami pa ngang dapat gawin,” he said.
The symposium, titled “Preview 2 d SONA (Pagtatalakay hinggil sa totoong State of the Nation),” sponsored by the CEGP, also tackled the condition of campus publications and violation of campus press freedom.
According to Asis, student publication like The National of the National University have been closed because they went against the school administration.
“Makikita natin ‘yung repression hurled upon the students (who) profess the administrators’ interest for profit. Ginagawa nila ito para hindi kayo makapagsalita,” Asis said.
In a press statement, the CEGP also cited the case of student journalist April Camacho of the University of the East-Recto, who was expelled for allegedly allowing media practitioners inside the campus. Two editors and a staff member from the Cagayan Colleges of Tuguegarao, on the other hand, were allegedly mauled by a school administrator, whose father is the owner of the school, for writing blind items against the administration.
Moreover, Asis criticized San Sebastian College for allegedly requiring freshmen applicants to sign a waiver that prohibits them from opposing school policies.
Government critics blast all-out war policy in Mindanao
Patricia Gaile Cotaoco
GOVERNMENT critics say the Mindanao conflict is rooted in centuries-old oppression that cannot be resolved easily by arms. They called on the government to stop its offensive and implement a strategy of development.
"It is a war of political subjugation rooted in history. The government's narrow-mindedness and stupidity drag our country down," said Akbayan party list president Ronald Llamas, an AB Journalism alumnus of the Faculty of Arts and Letters and former Varsitarian staffer, in the symposium on "The Mindanao Situation and its Impact to the Political and Economic Situation of the Philippines." The Forum was sponsored by the AB Sociology department and the Movement of Student Power (MASP) last July 20 at the Faculty of Arts and Letters Audio-Visual Room.
Meanwhile, Yusuf Ali Musawie, a Muslim youth leader said the conflict is abetted by poverty and ignorance in the region.
"Politics in Mindanao is a politics of oppression, of poverty and of ignorance. The war began because the government forgot there were people who existed, "Yusuf Ali Musawie said in the forum.
On the other hand, AB Political Science coordinator lawyer Reynaldo Lopez said that the Mindanao crisis was caused by the Filipino people's ignorance of the living conditions in Mindanao.
"Kaya hindi 'yon na-so-solve ay dahil sa kakulangan natin sa kaalaman sa buhay sa Mindanao," Lopez said.
Meanwhile, Tomasito Villarin, executive director of Kaisahan Tungo sa Kaunlaran ng Kanayunan, said the government's "all-out war" approach had only worsened the situation in Mindanao.
According to Villarin, an AB Economics alumnus of UST, despite the Mindanao region's abundant resources, 12 of its provinces are considered the poorest in the country because of mismanagement.
"War is a very lucrative business. The government is spending P50 million worth of bullets. It is spending P50 to P100 million a day to pursue the war," he said.
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CPA reviewers bolt CPAR, form new review center
Patricia Gaile Cotaoco
UST'S Accounting graduates reviewing for the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) board examination at the CPA Review (CPAR) were in a state of confusion last month as CPAR's long-time reviewers bolted the widely-patronized review center.
Reputably one of the premier review centers in accountancy, CPAR has produced a number of board topnotchers and a high percentage of CPA board passers. It also boasts of a formidable lineup of reviewers, most of whom are experts in their fields.
Last month, however, a group of reviewers, some of whom were pioneers of CPAR, left the review center, to the surprise of the reviewees. This year, nearly half of UST's accounting graduates are enrolled at CPAR.
According to cum laude graduate Jo-an Lu, a reviewee at CPAR, she and her classmates were surprised at the turn of events.
"Na-tense (kami) kasi magagaling 'yung nawala tapos walang idea kung sino yung ipapalit," she said.
"There was a sudden change of atmosphere," Institute of Accountancy magna cum laude graduate Rudi Ramin said.
In an interview with the Varsitarian, Rodelio Roque, a reviewer at CPAR, said he and his colleagues submitted a resignation letter effective October this year to manage their own review center, the Review School of Accountancy (ReSA). However, Roque said they were immediately terminated by CPAR head-partner Crispin Llamado.
But Roque assured students of a quality review at ReSA since most of its reviewers were all from CPAR.
"Talagang pagbubutihan namin. Ang mga reviewers natin mga 20 years na sa academe, meron 19 years na sa review. So, siguro yung exposure na yon malaki maitutulong," said Roque.
Among those who transferred to ReSA are Marcelino Bonafe for Business Law, UST chief accountant Antonio Dayag for Practical Accounting 2, Gerardo Roque for Auditory Theory and Practice, Rodelio Roque for Management Advisory Services, Asser Tamayo for Practical Accounting 1 and Theory of Accounts.
Meanwhile, according to Minerva Cruz, College of Commerce's head of the Institute of Accountancy, the credit for passing the CPA board exams should go to the school because the teaching foundation comes from the teachers, and not from the reviewers.
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Administration hit for tuition increase
Patricia Gaile Cotaoco
STUDENT leaders criticized the UST administration for increasing tuition this school year despite protests from local student councils in a consultation last February.
“Nag-no ang (student) council (of different colleges). Ibig sabihin, hindi kailangan magtaas ng tuition. Pero viniolate ito ng administration. Nagtaas pa rin sila at hindi lang five percent ang itinaas nila. Umabot pa ito ng 11 to 14.5 percent, “said Antonette Hojilla, secretary general of Anakbayan-UST in a symposium last July 21 at the Rizal Conference Hall of the Faculty of Arts and Letters.
According to Hojilla, the Education Act of 1982, which allows private schools to increase tuition without government restrictions, should be repealed. She also called for a tuition rollback.
Hojilla added that the additional energy fee charged on students should be scrapped out since it is already covered by other fees, such as the Community Service and Information Development fees.
Furthermore, Rey Asis, national president of the College Editors Guild of the Philippines (CEGP), said that according to the Securities and Exchange Commission, most of the schools that continue to increase tuition are included in the top 7,000 profit-earning corporations in the country.
“Erap’s callousness allow capitalist educators to rake in more profits in tuition. The continuous increase in tuition only shows that the educational system we have is highly commercialized,” he said.
However, in an interview with the Varsitarian, UST Treasurer Fr. Roberto Pinto, O.P. said the tuition increase was based on the need to improve the University’s facilities.
“We cannot stop improving the facilities and services. Every year, we have to do something, otherwise, maiiwanan tayo,” he said.
Furthermore, Fr. Pinto said that the University had its “lowest tuition increase” this year.
“We used to raise it up to 20 to 35 percent. Tinitingnan ko lang yung pangangailangan natin. Marami pa ngang dapat gawin,” he said.
The symposium, titled “Preview 2 d SONA (Pagtatalakay hinggil sa totoong State of the Nation),” sponsored by the CEGP, also tackled the condition of campus publications and violation of campus press freedom.
According to Asis, student publication like The National of the National University have been closed because they went against the school administration.
“Makikita natin ‘yung repression hurled upon the students (who) profess the administrators’ interest for profit. Ginagawa nila ito para hindi kayo makapagsalita,” Asis said.
In a press statement, the CEGP also cited the case of student journalist April Camacho of the University of the East-Recto, who was expelled for allegedly allowing media practitioners inside the campus. Two editors and a staff member from the Cagayan Colleges of Tuguegarao, on the other hand, were allegedly mauled by a school administrator, whose father is the owner of the school, for writing blind items against the administration.
Moreover, Asis criticized San Sebastian College for allegedly requiring freshmen applicants to sign a waiver that prohibits them from opposing school policies.
Summer Delight
Summer Delight
By Patricia Cotaoco and Katherine Traballo
The Manila Times
Special Feature
April 15, 2002
I see you. Sitting lazily on your comfy living room couch. As the fan's breeze touches your skin, you say to yourself, “There's no way this summer heat is gonna get to me!” Or so you thought.
As the sun's rays pierces through the summer afternoon, you start to sizzle. You feel sweat forming at the back of your knees, your nape, and your forehead. You wipe them beads with the back of your hand and wonder why you're perspiring even with the fan on at max.
You then walk to the kitchen, your mouth all dry. The need to hydrate yourself sends rushing for the refrigerator door. Thinking cool, icy and refreshing, all you find is plain lifeless water.
There are other ways to cool down your body after a major heat wave you know—treats that can add fun to your rather boring and eight glasses-of-water-a-day lifestyle. Here are some of our delightful summer suggestions.
Sago at Gulaman. Why not? This traditional Filipino concoction is mucho refreshing with a sweet twist. Sold at P5 a cup by your favorite sidewalk vendor—the best treat for those on a tight budget. But if you feel a health threat, go and make your own. Mix water and gelatin with brown sugar and get to enjoy sago't gulaman everyday.
Ice Candy. Another tasty treat for the tight-pocketed! Even cheaper at P1 a piece. Feast on its tasty chocolate, mango, orange, etc., flavors. We sell this stuff at home and the children just love it. If you enjoy it that much you can make quite a profit selling them too. Tap the potential “kiddie” market.
Mais con Hielo/Saging con Hielo. Don't you just love the feel of crushed ice o your tongue? Mixed with sugar, milk and your choice of corn or saging na saba, this halo-halo kinfolk is a favorite merienda treat.
Halo-Halo. If you're health conscious, you'll never eat anything else but halo-halo this summer. Really. Halo-Halo is a protein-rich treat that contains almost all the tropical fruits and beans a person can think of. Stuff with crushed ice, drown in milk, finally top with a mouth-watering slice of leche flan or ube, plus a scoop of your favorite ice cream.
This may be quite heavy on the stomach, but one things is for sure, one can definitely experience the fulfilling blended taste of all the fruits, beans, and milk. Truly heavenly!
Ice Cream. Cool and comfy. That is how one can describe the feeling as a chunk of ice cream slides down his parched throat. Who could refuse the delightful taste of Double Dutch anyway?
Ice cream is supposed to be man's best friend (in the summer that is). “An all time favorite,” as one brand puts it. Especially during summer, when everyone's skin is drying up and getting flaky ice cream can add a little chill to your bones.
You can take your pick. You could go from the economical mini-cups to a pint to a rather expensive gallon (depending of course on the brand you chose).
The best part, of course, is the endless list of flavors to choose from. You could satisfy yourself with the plain, sweet chocolate, or the chunky kind. Other brands even fill you up with real chunks and bits of whatever you like—blueberry, marshmallows, Snickers. You could also get whimsical with bubblegum, pistachio. There are also flavors for alcoholics made with Kahlua or Baileys.
So, there. Suit yourself. And indulge.
Pearl Shakes. Talk about food innovation. Pear shakes became an instant phenomenon and has invaded almost every street of every city. Just like ice cream and halo-halo, it is also becoming one of man's best friends.
Aside from the variety of flavors, including good ol' chocolate, strawberry, and taro, you can find more satisfaction from big, black pearls. Some companies even put in slices of pudding in the cup for more taste.
Soft. Sweet. Sticky. Who could really ignore the big, black sagos of pearl shakes?
By Patricia Cotaoco and Katherine Traballo
The Manila Times
Special Feature
April 15, 2002
I see you. Sitting lazily on your comfy living room couch. As the fan's breeze touches your skin, you say to yourself, “There's no way this summer heat is gonna get to me!” Or so you thought.
As the sun's rays pierces through the summer afternoon, you start to sizzle. You feel sweat forming at the back of your knees, your nape, and your forehead. You wipe them beads with the back of your hand and wonder why you're perspiring even with the fan on at max.
You then walk to the kitchen, your mouth all dry. The need to hydrate yourself sends rushing for the refrigerator door. Thinking cool, icy and refreshing, all you find is plain lifeless water.
There are other ways to cool down your body after a major heat wave you know—treats that can add fun to your rather boring and eight glasses-of-water-a-day lifestyle. Here are some of our delightful summer suggestions.
Sago at Gulaman. Why not? This traditional Filipino concoction is mucho refreshing with a sweet twist. Sold at P5 a cup by your favorite sidewalk vendor—the best treat for those on a tight budget. But if you feel a health threat, go and make your own. Mix water and gelatin with brown sugar and get to enjoy sago't gulaman everyday.
Ice Candy. Another tasty treat for the tight-pocketed! Even cheaper at P1 a piece. Feast on its tasty chocolate, mango, orange, etc., flavors. We sell this stuff at home and the children just love it. If you enjoy it that much you can make quite a profit selling them too. Tap the potential “kiddie” market.
Mais con Hielo/Saging con Hielo. Don't you just love the feel of crushed ice o your tongue? Mixed with sugar, milk and your choice of corn or saging na saba, this halo-halo kinfolk is a favorite merienda treat.
Halo-Halo. If you're health conscious, you'll never eat anything else but halo-halo this summer. Really. Halo-Halo is a protein-rich treat that contains almost all the tropical fruits and beans a person can think of. Stuff with crushed ice, drown in milk, finally top with a mouth-watering slice of leche flan or ube, plus a scoop of your favorite ice cream.
This may be quite heavy on the stomach, but one things is for sure, one can definitely experience the fulfilling blended taste of all the fruits, beans, and milk. Truly heavenly!
Ice Cream. Cool and comfy. That is how one can describe the feeling as a chunk of ice cream slides down his parched throat. Who could refuse the delightful taste of Double Dutch anyway?
Ice cream is supposed to be man's best friend (in the summer that is). “An all time favorite,” as one brand puts it. Especially during summer, when everyone's skin is drying up and getting flaky ice cream can add a little chill to your bones.
You can take your pick. You could go from the economical mini-cups to a pint to a rather expensive gallon (depending of course on the brand you chose).
The best part, of course, is the endless list of flavors to choose from. You could satisfy yourself with the plain, sweet chocolate, or the chunky kind. Other brands even fill you up with real chunks and bits of whatever you like—blueberry, marshmallows, Snickers. You could also get whimsical with bubblegum, pistachio. There are also flavors for alcoholics made with Kahlua or Baileys.
So, there. Suit yourself. And indulge.
Pearl Shakes. Talk about food innovation. Pear shakes became an instant phenomenon and has invaded almost every street of every city. Just like ice cream and halo-halo, it is also becoming one of man's best friends.
Aside from the variety of flavors, including good ol' chocolate, strawberry, and taro, you can find more satisfaction from big, black pearls. Some companies even put in slices of pudding in the cup for more taste.
Soft. Sweet. Sticky. Who could really ignore the big, black sagos of pearl shakes?
Turn Mommy into a Baby
Turn Mommy into a Baby
Patricia Gaile Cotaoco and Mary Ruth Navarra
The Philippine Star
Special Section
May 12, 2002
Mushy cards flooding the postal service, I-love-you-mom TV commercials brought to you by so-and-so product, posters of a mother hugging her child. Mother's Day was probably made for commercial reasons.
However, this day will also never be enough to thank her for all the things that she had gone through in raising a kid like you. So grab the chance to show how you appreciate her by giving Mom something that will make her special.
Whether she's Bohemian, gothic, or a descendant of Maria Clara, whether she likes to stay indoors or rough it our in the outdoors, she won't be able to resist the temptation of being the queen for a day. She might say no when you ask her to go out, but ask her again and she'll be dressed in a flash.
Head to the malls and spend the day bonding with her. Your budget could be as low as P150 or as high as the sky (anyway it's for mommy), but you'll survive the day.
Find a good salon and gossip about the latest issues on the lives of the stars. We're sure you'll enjoy making fun of them as your hair gets a hot oil treatment. Or if you think both your tresses are already perfect the way they are, you can proceed to a foot spa and get your feet pampered. As your callouses are being scraped off, bask in the luxury of your nerves being rejuvenated. There are some establishments that offer a foot spa with manicure and pedicure as part of the package.
If you're searching for a more physical demonstration of love (pun not intended), a body massage would be a heavenly experience for your mom. This will make her forget the duties she does for the family and relax for a while. Besides, this could be your chance to return the favor. Remember how it felt like when your mom was cuddling you to sleep when you were still a child? With this, mommy can also experience being the baby herself, massaged and cuddled to sleep.
To make your mom understand your obsession with violence in a monitor scree, take her to the arcade area. You can play Spiderman to her Chun-Li or Michael Jordan to her Grant Hill. Just make sure you let her win (but don't be too obvious about it), make her feel she's superior and better than you. If her eyes get strained, invite her then a bump car ride or a roller coaster to bring out the child in her again. Meanwhile, your earned coupons can be exchanged for a lovely teddy bear at the booth – a reminder of your defeat and her victory.
If you're running a little short on cash, you could settle for a feel-good movie than both of you would love. This could be your next step to further bond with your mom since you'll have more to talk about aside from the usual exchange of opinions on the pros and cons of your proposed allowance hike.
However, if you don't have the time to do any of the things that we mentioned above, it's not yet too late to find something for her. As early as possible, rush to the mall and grab a last-minute gift. To help you decide what present to buy, we've come up with a list that will surely score big on your mother's heart.
Like any other gift-giving season, what's important is the sincerity of the giver. Remember the time when your masterpiece was a wanna-be Hallmark card made our of cheap art paper, paste and a lot painstaking effort? Remember when you gave it to her, and she was so proud of you, regardless that you only got a barely passing grade for that artwork? Maybe, that's all she needs for this day, plus a smile, a hug, a kiss. After all, “She'll take it with her as long as it's free...”
Patricia Gaile Cotaoco and Mary Ruth Navarra
The Philippine Star
Special Section
May 12, 2002
Mushy cards flooding the postal service, I-love-you-mom TV commercials brought to you by so-and-so product, posters of a mother hugging her child. Mother's Day was probably made for commercial reasons.
However, this day will also never be enough to thank her for all the things that she had gone through in raising a kid like you. So grab the chance to show how you appreciate her by giving Mom something that will make her special.
Whether she's Bohemian, gothic, or a descendant of Maria Clara, whether she likes to stay indoors or rough it our in the outdoors, she won't be able to resist the temptation of being the queen for a day. She might say no when you ask her to go out, but ask her again and she'll be dressed in a flash.
Head to the malls and spend the day bonding with her. Your budget could be as low as P150 or as high as the sky (anyway it's for mommy), but you'll survive the day.
Find a good salon and gossip about the latest issues on the lives of the stars. We're sure you'll enjoy making fun of them as your hair gets a hot oil treatment. Or if you think both your tresses are already perfect the way they are, you can proceed to a foot spa and get your feet pampered. As your callouses are being scraped off, bask in the luxury of your nerves being rejuvenated. There are some establishments that offer a foot spa with manicure and pedicure as part of the package.
If you're searching for a more physical demonstration of love (pun not intended), a body massage would be a heavenly experience for your mom. This will make her forget the duties she does for the family and relax for a while. Besides, this could be your chance to return the favor. Remember how it felt like when your mom was cuddling you to sleep when you were still a child? With this, mommy can also experience being the baby herself, massaged and cuddled to sleep.
To make your mom understand your obsession with violence in a monitor scree, take her to the arcade area. You can play Spiderman to her Chun-Li or Michael Jordan to her Grant Hill. Just make sure you let her win (but don't be too obvious about it), make her feel she's superior and better than you. If her eyes get strained, invite her then a bump car ride or a roller coaster to bring out the child in her again. Meanwhile, your earned coupons can be exchanged for a lovely teddy bear at the booth – a reminder of your defeat and her victory.
If you're running a little short on cash, you could settle for a feel-good movie than both of you would love. This could be your next step to further bond with your mom since you'll have more to talk about aside from the usual exchange of opinions on the pros and cons of your proposed allowance hike.
However, if you don't have the time to do any of the things that we mentioned above, it's not yet too late to find something for her. As early as possible, rush to the mall and grab a last-minute gift. To help you decide what present to buy, we've come up with a list that will surely score big on your mother's heart.
- A compilation of your mom's favorite songs. While these songs may make you want to lock yourself in your room for the day, there's still a possibility that you will both enjoy it. If your mom has good taste in music, chances are, those songs are already considered classic.
- Very naughty and sexy lingerie. Women will remain women even in their prime years. Coming from her children, this item will serve as a compliment that she can still be as foxy as she was when she was younger.
- Gift certificates of your mom's favorite store. This will save you from buying a gift that your mother doesn't really need.
- A t-shirt with a picture of you and your siblings. This might be an embarrassment for you guys, but moms are naturally proud of her kids. It's in her hormones.
- Custom-made trophies just for mom. We know that this may be costly and mushy. But hey, what could be better than to be honored by your children as the world's greatest mom?
- Scented candles. An all-time favorite especially if your mommy is a collector.
- Jewelry. Rather than buying her the real thing (24K necklace), why not go for the trendy alternatives like silver and beads?
- A good book. Of course, make sure that she has not read it yet, and that she'll enjoy it.
- Perfume. Reward her for all the wonderful aroma that came from her kitchen, that woke you up every morning and the warmth of home cooking at night.
- Flowers. Need we explain further?
Like any other gift-giving season, what's important is the sincerity of the giver. Remember the time when your masterpiece was a wanna-be Hallmark card made our of cheap art paper, paste and a lot painstaking effort? Remember when you gave it to her, and she was so proud of you, regardless that you only got a barely passing grade for that artwork? Maybe, that's all she needs for this day, plus a smile, a hug, a kiss. After all, “She'll take it with her as long as it's free...”
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