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What Parents and Caregivers Should Know About the Nestlé Infant Formula Recall

A voluntary recall of select infant formula batches by Nestlé Philippines has raised concerns among parents and caregivers. This guide explains what prompted the recall, which products are affected, and the practical steps families can take to stay informed, calm, and confident.

Filipinos Enter 2026 Facing Urgent Need for Healthier Living

As the Philippines enters 2026, official data show lifestyle diseases, obesity, and tobacco use remain major risks, highlighting the need for sustained healthier living.

Healthier Eating and Portion Control Tips for Holiday Celebrations

Health experts advise Filipinos to enjoy holiday meals in moderation, limit ultra-processed and high-salt or sugary foods, and use Pinggang Pinoy for balanced portions, based on national and WHO nutrition guidance.

QC clears La Loma lechon shops of ASF ahead of Christmas

Quezon City officials declared La Loma’s lechon district ASF-free ahead of Christmas after inspections and disinfection cleared affected shops. Consumers have been assured that pork is safe to eat, while health experts remind the public to enjoy rich holiday foods in moderation due to heart-disease risks.

Fermented Dairy Beverage Market Expands as Gut-Health Demand Grows

Global and Philippine data show that fermented and cultured dairy beverages—led by drinkable yogurt—are on a sustained growth path as consumer demand for gut-health-oriented and functional foods increases, despite continued reliance on imported dairy.

Why Filipinos Are Both Overfed and Undernourished—and How to Eat Better Without Spending More

Filipino families are eating more but nourishing less. This science-backed guide explains why—and how to eat better affordably.

WHO’s 2025 GLP-1 Obesity Guideline: What It Means for the Philippines

The World Health Organization (WHO) issues its first global guideline endorsing GLP-1 therapies for long-term obesity treatment — amid rising global and Philippine obesity rates. The move raises questions about access, cost, and how such drugs should fit into broader public-health strategies.

Child Hunger and Anxiety Surge as Philippines Marks Children’s Month

Child hunger and anxiety continue to rise in the Philippines even as the country celebrates National Children’s Month. New UNICEF and NNC data reveal severe food poverty, persistent stunting, and growing mental-health risks—especially among children in poor, disaster-prone communities—highlighting the urgent need for long-term, systemic solutions.

Nourishing the Body, Calming the Mind: A Gentle Nutrition Guide for November

This November, nourish both body and mind with a gentle, science-backed approach to food. In honor of National Diabetes Month, this article explores whole foods, mindful eating, and practical nutrition habits that support calm, energy, and long-term wellness.

Cloudier November dims sunlight, drives Vitamin D decline

Diminished UV exposure in November is amplifying concerns over widespread vitamin D deficiency among Filipino children and adults.

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