Joy and Happiness

True wellness starts with choosing joy every single day

How to Be Loved by You: Let Me Count the Hygienic Ways

Good hygiene won't make someone fall in love, but it can make life and being close to you a whole lot nicer. Here's the science behind the habits that matter.

6-6-6: The Walking Routine That May Get Us Moving Again

Six minutes to warm up, 60 minutes to walk, six minutes to cool down. The 6-6-6 routine is simple, but its biggest benefit may be helping us turn walking into a habit.

The Philippine Star and Joyful Wellness Join Beauty + Health & Wellness Manila 2026 as Official Media Partners

Beauty + Health & Wellness Manila celebrates its 10th anniversary this September, bringing beauty, health, wellness and innovation to SMX Manila with The Philippine Star and Joyful Wellness as official media partners.

Sustainable Wellness: The “Zero-Waste” Ber Cleanse

Before the Ber months bring more gifts, decorations and holiday shopping into our homes, a little sustainable decluttering can clear space, reduce waste and make room for a more thoughtful Christmas.

The Benefits of Inconvenience

Modern life has made almost everything easier. But when convenience removes everyday movement, cooking, connection and rest, could a little “hassle” actually be good for our well-being?

The Changing Meaning of Beauty: Ultherapy PRIME Comes to Makati Medical Center

Makati Medical Center introduces Ultherapy PRIME, the next generation of non-invasive lifting technology, as science, aesthetics and the idea of aging beautifully converge.

The Philippines Is Having Fewer Babies. But What Does That Mean for Family Planning?

The Philippines is having fewer children than previous generations. But behind the falling fertility rate is a more nuanced story about family goals, birth spacing, contraceptive use and access to health services.

Robotic Telesurgery, YAKAP, GAMOT & Zero Billing: What Filipinos Need to Know

A surgeon in Pampanga. A patient in Cotabato. More than 1,700 kilometres apart, they were connected through robotic telesurgery. Here's what this remarkable Philippine medical milestone means and what every Filipino should know about Zero Balance Billing, PhilHealth YAKAP and GAMOT.

Salt Stomping: Does the Trend Really Work?

Salt stomping is the latest TikTok nighttime ritual, promising better sleep, less stress and a boost of magnesium. But what happens when we put the viral claims to the test?

Wellness Raves: Why Sober Dance Parties Are the New Self-Care

Wellness raves are bringing music, movement and community to a new kind of social experience, without alcohol or drugs. But beyond the trend, is there real science behind the joy?

Your Guide to a Healthier, Happier Life

A Better You is your personal roadmap to better health and lasting joy. Filled with expert insights, interactive assessments, and space to reflect and track your progress, it’s designed to guide you through every step of your wellness journey.

Whether you’re looking to build healthier habits, cultivate mindfulness, or simply document your progress, this journal empowers you to embrace vitality, longevity, and joy—one page at a time.