Metro Magazine Celebrates Its 28th Anniversary And Star Magic’s 25 Years With The Newest Roster Of Style Stars

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In celebration of Metro’s 28 years of style, beauty, and culture, and Star Magic’s 25th anniversary, the stars have aligned to once again bring together the newest roster of style stars set to take the country by storm in the MetroXStarMagic25 collaboration.

The brightest of their generation converge in a once-in-a-lifetime shoot with their peers: Julia Barretto, Liza Soberano, Kathryn Bernardo, Janella Salvador, Maris Racal, Loisa Andalio, Sofia Andres, Sue Ramirez, Alexa Ilacad, Kira Balinger, Ylona Garcia, and Andrea Brillantes.

Metro also pays tribute to the 25 years of Star Magic through this homage to the August 2010 iconic cover photographed by BJ Pascual.

Premiering an exclusive collection from Martin Bautista as worn by the Star Magic girls, this ultra-collectible issue also features eight Filipinas who are shaping feminism today, including Metro’s Editor-at-large Sarah Meier, actress Jasmine Curtis-Smith, director Sam Lee, and many more.

The magazine also gives u a look into the stylish life of Maricar Reyes Poon, how to wear statement stripes, ‘70s florals, metallics, and polka dots for spring; a sartorial twist on Gucci S/S ’17, and your go-to Mother’s Day gift guide.

Check out all these and more in Metro’s May 2017 issue, now out in major bookstores and newsstands for P150.

Your Stage For The World’s Best Entertainment Comes To Life At The RTL CBS Summer Fair 2017

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Summer is about to get better with a weekend of fun and excitement at the 2017 RTL CBS Summer Fair happening from May 26 to 28. Join the three-day festival at the Glorietta Activity Center in Makati and experience the limelight with the entire family!

Now on its third year, the 2017 Summer Fair is bringing the hottest television programs including The X Factor UK, The Late Late Show with James Corden, and Scorpion to life with attractions that are sure to unleash hidden talents and let guests enjoy a moment of fame.

Anyone with a knack for singing can showcase their vocal prowess at The X Factor Stage, or take a shot at becoming a social media hit at the Carpool Karaoke booth.

If high-tech crime fighting sounds exciting, guests can try their hand at action with the Scorpion Laser Room challenge. And for a bit of lighthearted comedy, the Fail Army Velcro Wall will offer a few laughs—all in good fun!

More surprises await guests including an ice cream eating contest care of Baskin Robbins, as well as several raffle games for a chance to win amazing prizes.

Be part of the festivities and pre-register at http://www.rtlcbs-summerfair.com/ to access the venue faster. Admission to RTL CBS Summer Fair is free.

RTL CBS Entertainment has partnered with Novu Hair, Baskin Robbins, foodpanda, Glorietta, Ayala Malls, Monster RX 93.1, SKY, Devant, and Volkswagen to make this year’s Summer Fairmore enjoyable for everyone. RTL CBS Entertainment is available on SKYcable channels 53(SD) and 196(HD), SKYdirect (35), Destiny Cable channel 53 (Digital) and 89 (Analog), and Cablelink channels 37(SD), 313(HD).

Construction Show Cebu remains relevant at 25

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Marking its milestone at 25, Construction Show Cebu (CEBUCON) is set to take the center stage at the Sky Hall and Mountain Wing Atrium in SM Seaside City Cebu, from June 2 to 5, 2017. 

With the theme “25 Years of Building Business Networks in the Construction Industry in the Southern Philippines,” CEBUCON remains relevant by showcasing product solutions, innovations and expertise that meet the current and future demands of the industry in the region. 

It was first conceived and organized in 1993 to be aligned with the vision that Cebu will become a major gateway of trade and tourism in the region. 

CEBUCON Organizer L.A. Ducut & Company, Inc.’s managing director, Lilibeth D. Abais, said that this milestone event is evident that CEBUCON delivers its commitment to be a vital trade link between suppliers and their market in the region’s construction industry as the popular venue for product displays, launchings, market tests and networking event among industry trade professionals, suppliers and stakeholders.

One of CEBUCON’s pioneer and regular exhibitors, Manila-based industrial and power tools distributor Elektro Werk, Inc. (EWI) President James N. Tan stated that “with the exposures we have at CEBUCON it had contributed to our business growth. CEBUCON, as always, is beyond showcasing. Its organizer, L.A. Ducut & Company, Inc. extends value-added services to both its exhibitor and visitor markets even beyond the event.”

Cebu Belmont, Inc.’s vice president for operations Engr. Felomino D. Ang, shared the same opinion: “[It] truly understands the local market, especially Cebu and Visayas.” This is one of the reasons why their company have been consistently collaborating their exhibit participation at the CEBUCON with their principals and suppliers. 

One of its consistent trade visitor, United Architects of the Philippines (UAP) National Auditor Architect Eldred Caesar I. Tan, commented that “the Construction Show Cebu is an innovator and in the forefront of this kind of exhibition in the part of the country. It has showcased materials, tools and equipment and have provided for intellectual stimulation by holding seminars attended by architects, engineers and allied professionals. CEBUCON has benefited not only those directly involved in the construction industry but also the home and building owners in particular and the general public.” 

A first timer to CEBUCON is Architechnologies, Inc. to introduce its new software to the local market. “The ProgeCAD Professional 2018 is our next generation of alternative CAD product in the market, set to handle bigger sized files, this is the best version yet. We believe the event is an excellent venue to launch the latest offering of ProgeCAD,” stated technical director Ar. Dennis S. Mayo. “It is our belief that there are still a lot of professional who need the benefit of an affordable CAD package. We believe that CEBUCON also carries that belief of sincerely serving the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, Construction) industry and with this partnership, we are tapping the potentials and networks unreachable to us (at the Architechnologies),” he added. As Construction is a booming industry across the country. 

The robust building activities spread out in other parts of the nation given the massive national infrastructure spending by the government. For instance, in Central Visayas, majority of construction activities in the region are located in Cebu, including the P27.9 billion Cebu-Cordova Link Expressway (CCLEX), which had its groundbreaking last March; the P50-billion Metro Cebu Expressway that is set to start next year; the P9.2B New Cebu International Container Port; the P98 billion 25-kilometer Cebu rail project; and the P420 million worth Metro Cebu flood control projects, among others. 

Bohol and Siquijor also saw rapid infrastructure developments since the first semester of last year. Such strong growth of the construction industry here and elsewhere nationwide is seen to keep its momentum on the back of sustained economic fundamentals. The Philippine construction industry is expected to continuously grow in the next three years, bolstered by the residential and infrastructure markets.

From $30.2 billion in 2015, Timetric’s Construction Intelligence Center (CIC) projects the sector to reach $47 billion in 2020 at a compound annual growth rate of 9.22 percent. As reported by BMI Research’s Philippine Infrastructure Report last January, construction industry is predicted to grow from P1.09 trillion this year to P1.73 trillion in 2021. The sector’s contribution to the country’s gross domestic product is, likewise, projected to expand from 6.8 percent in 2017 to 7.3 percent in four years.

These prospects open new opportunities for L.A. Ducut & Company, Inc. to make CEBUCON more responsive to the needs of the local construction industry. The exhibit’s major cooperating agency is the Hardwares Consolidated, Inc. 

Levi’s® style tips: How to wear your 501® Skinny and 501® CT jeans

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The Levi’s® 501® Skinny and 501® CT takes inspiration from the iconic 501® Original, the Levi’s® jeans that started it all. Remastered for today’s taste, these jeans add style to any male and female wardrobe, in many possible ways. 

With these contemporary 501® takes come a recurring habit: staring at the closet for hours, racking brains on ideas for tops that would perfectly complement your brand-new Levi’s® 501® Skinny and 501® CT jeans?

Once again, the timeless Levi’s® brand makes living in Levi’s® a tad easier for you by sharing wardrobe ideas for these two jeans. 

For the ladies, the Levi’s 501 Skinny looks great with a crisp white top and a denim jacket. Own your style with this remastered 501. 

Levi’s® 501® skinny jeans for ladies

Levi’s® suggests a perfect skinny jean look for women:

501® Skinny. Faded for a timeless vintage style, the 501® Skinny, a remastered version of the ageless 501®, sits high and tight on the waist to hug your curves. The ‘new type of skinny’, these jeans look like the authentic 501® Original, with added lean and modern style. 

These jeans are best casually styled, for an effortlessly sexy vibe. 

 Called the new type of skinny, the 501 Skinny sits high and tight on the waist and accentuates your curves. 

To achieve this look, wear the 501® Skinny with a menswear-inspired striped shirt, leaving it half-tucked, with the collar open. Add a tailored jacket with the collar popped. 

Levi’s® 501 CT tapered jeans for the gents

Remastered for the modern taste, the 501 CT features a tapered leg
 down to the ankle, a classy style for the gents. 

Levi’s® shares a stylish look that men should go for when wearing tapered jeans:

501® CT. Customized to suit today’s taste, the 501® CT is a classic remastered with a tapered leg down to the ankle. 

Mix and match with the 501 CT—wear it with shades of blue, and don’t be afraid to add layers. With its flexible style, any look will be stylish. 

When wearing the 501® CT, switch things up with a dark, braided belt. For a mix of indigo shades, add a navy shirt. Go casual by buttoning only the top two buttons, and show off your crisp white sneakers by rolling your 501® CT’s hem.

Levi’s® makes everyday styling easier with these surefire stylish outfit ideas. Shop for these looks at http://levi.com.ph/501day.

ABSCBNmobile Gives Lucky Kapamilya VIPs ‘Tickets’ To Star Magic’s 25th Anniversary Show

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ABS-CBNmobile is giving lucky subscribers the ultimate Kapamilya VIP experience: the chance to catch Star Magic’s big 25th anniversary celebration on May 21 at the Araneta Coliseum.

The ultimate fan experience awaits ABS-CBNmobile users as Star Magic’s roster of talents and super stars come together in one big stage which will feature leading men, leading ladies, rising stars, and of course the country’s most loved and popular love teams. The winning KVIP members can catch special VTRs, live song and dance performances, and more special productions in this year’s biggest Star Magic gathering.

Special lootbags full of premium merchandise and freebies also await the winners.

To register to KVIP on your ABS-CBNmobile, text KVIPREG<Name/Address> and send to 2131. To send entries for the Star Magic 25th Anniversary, have at least P10 maintaining balance and text KVIP STARMAGIC to 2131 for free.

Don’t miss the chance to witness this historical star-studded event thanks to ABS-CBNmobile, and watch out for an exciting new project by Star Magic love teams KathNiel and ElNella made possible by ABS-CBNmobile.

The Kapamilya VIP (KVIP) experience is open to all active ABS-CBNmobile prepaid and postpaid subscribers. 

To join, prepaid subscribers need at least a P10 load balance, while postpaid subscribers just need to have an active account. To register your ABS-CBNmobile number to KVIP, text KVIP REG Name/Address to 2131. Afterwards, pick a Kapamilya show or event by texting KVIP keyword of the Kapamilya show or event to 2131.

LOOK: The #KwentongJollibee best friend finally discovers Perfect Pair

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Remember Jollibee’s phenomenally viral #KwentongJollibee commercials from Valentine’s Day this year? Out of those three simultaneously released commercials that broke the Internet, “Vow” caught the most attention of Filipino netizens because of its timely tackling of unrequited love.

“Vow” highlights the unrequited, unconditional love shown by an admirable man, who truly puts “best” in “best friend.” (Directed by Ianco dela Cruz)

Many related to the male best friend, who continues to love without expecting something in return. The commercial won the hearts of Pinoys by illustrating the many forms that love can take over the years. There were hundreds, if not thousands, of netizens wishing for happiness for the best friend who chose not to stand in the way of his beloved’s joy.

Last May 7, 2017 Jollibee released a follow-up to this heartwarming story, with the best friend (played by MJ Tam) finally finding his Perfect Pair where he met his first love: Jollibee. 

The video shows MJ enjoying the country’s best-tasting Chickenjoy perfectly paired with his favorite sides. Jollibee now serves up its crispylicious, juicylicious Chickenjoy with rice, drinks, and a range of sides and dessert options to complete that unforgettably joyful meal experience we all love—with the Chickenjoy 99 Perfect Pairs.

“The 99 Perfect Pairs definitely takes that delightful Chickenjoy experience we all know and love to the next level,” said Kent Mariano, Jollibee Philippines Assistant Vice President for Marketing. “There are now five ways to enjoy the Chickenjoy meal with different delicious sides, perfect for changing up flavors every day!”

For only P99.00*, diners can enjoy their favorite Chickenjoy Value Meal with Jolly Crispy Fries, Creamy Macaroni Soup, Mashed Potato, Buttered Corn, or a Mini Sundae.

“For a very affordable price, customers can now discover their perfect pairing of meals,” added Mariano. “And who knows, just like in our latest commercial, you might find your one Perfect Pair in Jollibee!”

The Chickenjoy 99 Perfect Pairs are available in all Jollibee stores nationwide for dine-in, take-out, delivery, and drive-thru transactions.

Responsible Traveling and Palawan’s Pearl Farming Industry up next on AirAsia RedTalks with Daphne

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Aerial view of an island in Taytay, Palawan, one of the country’s pearl farming sites.

(Image by Marc Josse)

As AirAsia continues to promote #HowIFly campaign, the world’s best low cost carrier recently visited a pearl farm in Palawan for the upcoming new episode of AirAsia RedTalks with Daphne.

AirAsia launched the #HowIFly campaign, a social media advocacy that encourages and educates everyone on how to be responsible travelers as they discover new destinations. 

Palawan known as “The Last Frontier”, is a familiar travel destination as it is home to rich rainforests, scenic diving sites, primeval caves and beautiful beaches. Unknown to many, Palawan also hosts one of the largest areas of pearl farming – a unique industry in the country. This makes a necessity for the local community to be a prime mover of sustainability to balance conservation and progress. One of the key players in pearl farming in Palawan is Jewelmer, a leading jewelry company that takes sustainability at the heart of its operations.

Learn more about the beauty of pearl farming, the role of the business community on environmental protection and the AirAsia’s #HowIFly campaign at the next episode of AirAsia’s “Red Talks with Daphne”, hosted by award-winning TV host and producer, Daphne Oseña-Paez. 

Entitled Destination: Harmony, it will talk about pearl production, and delves into the ongoing campaign to protect Palawan’s marine biodiversity through responsible eco-tourism and the AirAsia’s continued advocacy in educating people to be responsible travelers. 

Red Talks with Daphne’s 5th episode will be available on AirAsia Philippines’ Facebook page at www.facebook.com/airasiaph on May 20, 2017. 

AirAsia, voted the world's best low cost carrier for eight consecutive years by Skytrax, produced a 6-part web series featuring some of Asia’s best-kept attractions, rich cultural heritage, and inside stories about people and the airline that broke travel norms and made flying possible for everyone across Asia and beyond. 

AirAsia “Red Talks with Daphne” was also made possible by AirAsia BIG Loyalty Program. AirAsia’s award-winning loyalty programme, AirAsia BIG Loyalty allows members to earn AirAsia BIG Points to redeem free AirAsia flights, hotel stays and more. With over 100 partners worldwide, there are plenty of ways to earn points. And every month during the member-exclusive Final Call Sale, flights can be redeemed from only 500 BIG Points!

Converge ICT launches FiberX, iBIZ, Converge Enterprise and FiberXtremec, looks at further expansion

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A complete ICT solutions provider in the Philippines, Converge ICT Solutions, Inc., elevates Internet experience with the launch of FiberX, iBIZ, Converge Enterprise and FiberXtreme.

Converge ICT Solutions, Inc., also announced further expansion plans and continued strengthening of its fiber optic network. At present, Converge already laid out more than 6,000 kilometers of its fiber optic reach and is still growing. It is already servicing clients from as far north as Baguio and further down south to Batangas. 

In Metro Manila, Converge’s pure fiber optic offering has already covered cities such as Valenzuela and Las Piñas and Muntinlupa cities down south of the metropolis. It plans to further expand its reach by putting up networks in Nasugbu, Batangas and even far north such as San Fernando in La Union.

Converge ICT Solutions, Inc. President and Chief Executive Officer Dennis Anthony Uy, said during the media launch, that eventually, fiber broadband offerings will soon be enjoyed nationwide.

The perennial problem of Filipinos in dealing with slow Internet connection will now be a thing of the past, thanks to Converge ICT Solutions, Inc.’s offerings that bring fast, affordable, reliable, and “best-of-breed” pure fiber-optic connectivity to power the Internet usage of home, micro, small-, medium- and large-scale enterprise users.

“With Converge fiber broadband products, whether you are at home or at the office or your place of business, your Internet experience will surely be made better. And the best part of it is that it costs the same as your DSL connection, but made faster,” Uy explains further.

But the best part is that there is “NO DATA CAP” in Internet access unlike those offered by other service providers where there’s a limit to data allowance.

“We thought that what’s the use of having fast Internet connection if there is a limit to data access? With FiberX, there is no more ‘data cap’ to Internet usage. We feel we will just be short-changing our customers if we put a limit to their Internet usage,” says Jesus Romero, Chief Operating Officer of Converge ICT Solutions, Inc.

Aside from bringing faster Internet to Filipinos, Romero said they will limit the existing difficulties customers experience when applying for an Internet connection. 

“Part of the experience is to make sure that customers will not wait long to get connected. We have made the application process simple, easy and fast. No more hassles, no more waiting,” Romero adds.

Initially, FiberX is offered in three different plan types for a variety of home users depending on their Internet usage. FiberX 1500 comes with a burstable speed of up to 25Mbps, FiberX2500 at up to 50Mbps while FiberX 3500 offers connectivity of up to 100Mbps. With pure end-to-end fiber technology that’s light years better than traditional Digital Subscriber Line (DSL), FiberX will surely enhance everyone’s online experience with better speed, larger bandwidth and consistent performance for either work or play. But for those who want even faster connectivity, there’s FiberXtreme that comes in burstable speeds of 300Mbps and 500Mbps and priced competitively at P4,500 and P7,000, respectively.

For SMEs, Converge ICT Solutions, Inc. offers its iBIZ pure Fiber plan that allows businesses to operate faster and more efficient, with an Internet connection that has less interruptions and totally reliable. Each iBIZ plan comes with free Webmail, free Web hosting and free Public IP. 

And for larger enterprises, Converge ICT Solutions, Inc. offers “Converge Enterprise” that comes with scalable Internet connection of up to 1Gbps, an IP MPLS (Multiprotocol Label Switching), Disaster Recovery, Managed Data Center Services, and other benefits for more efficient business operations. 

For more details about Converge ICT Solutions, Inc. call (02) 667-0888 or visit  www.convergeict.com.

Three In One : A Concert Like No Other with Hajji Alejandro, Rico J. Puno and K Brosas

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What happens when the orihinal Kilabot ng Kolehiyala Hajji Alejandro, the ultimate Macho Guapito Rico J. Puno and the comely chanteuse K Brosas bond together on stage?

Expect world class entertainment, the best of original Filipino music and laugh out loud moments and more as they collectively share the spotlight in Three in One, a concert like no other slated on June 3, 2017 (Saturday), happening at the Theatre, Solaire Hotel and Casino. 

This triumvirate of seasoned performers is without a doubt, a concert casting coup!

Hajji Alejandro's musical career begun with the group Circus Band. There, his foremost training in performance and love for music blossomed and bloomed. 

Alejandro, also holds the distinction of being the first winner of the Metro Manila Popular Music Festival as the interpreter of Ryan Cayabyab's Kay Ganda ng Ating Musika.

With his matinee idol looks and distinctive vocal pipes, some of his greatest hits include Nakapagtataka, Panakip Butas, Tag Ulan, Tag Araw, May Minamahal at Ang Lahat Ng Ito'y Para Sa Iyo. 

A husky voice, suave and all out Pinoy macho, this is how audiences love Rico J. Puno.

Puno's humble beginnings, as performer at folk houses and small clubs. This experience in his wonder years plus his natural charisma was noticed by the executive producers from Vicor Records.

Considered as pioneer-promoter of original Filipino music, his iconic song recordings include Kapalaran, May Bukas Pa, Lupa, Magkasuyo Buong Gabi, Ang Tao'y Marupok and Macho Guapito. 

Some interesting trivia, Puno won the Aliw Award for Most Promising Entertainer in 1976. . Two years later, he became Aliw's Entertainer of the Year. His Rico in Concert show at the Cultural Center of the Philippines launched him as one of the foremost Philippine pop stars.

K Brosas is an actress, comedienne, singer and television host. Prior to her stint as a regular judge in the Tawag Tanghalan segment of It's Showtime, she was part of Gladys and The Boxers and K and The Boxers. 

People who loved Philippine musical theater remember her when she wore the stilletos and powerful femine character of Zsa Zsa Zaturnah. 

She also became a co-host in the game show Pilipinas Win na Win and had given life to wonderful characters on television and motion pictures. 

K is a power belter, comely and a little naughty on stage and puts her heart and soul in every performance.

This trio con brio of Hajji Alejandro, Rico J. Puno and K Brosas will surely be concert experience like no other. Let them entertain and show you how to have a good time in Three In One.

For tickets, please call Ticketsworld at 891-9999

Get 501® pesos off on Levi’s® iconic 501® jeans on May 20

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In celebration of the 144th birthday of Levi’s®, the world’s original jean, the timeless brand is offering a special gift on May 20: P501 off and a limited edition 501® patch for every purchase of its iconic 501® jean. This nationwide promo will include purchases from Zalora and Lazada.

Levi’s® 501® jean, named by TIME Magazine in 2000 as the “fashion item of the 20th century,” has redefined the fashion sense of men and women since it was first released. The classic 501®, however, continues to be fresh and relevant, even as it maintains its vintage look and vibe.

This year, Levi’s® welcomed the newest addition to its 501® family—the 501® Skinny, a skinny jean with that coveted vintage look. The brand earlier introduced the 501® Stretch, the first time the iconic denim was offered in stretch while maintaining its original properties.

As part of the 501® jean’s 144th anniversary, Levi’s® is likewise releasing a 2017 limited edition collection for its 501® Day celebration on May 20. This will include limited edition 501® jean and shorts. The collection will also feature hand-distressed denim, scribbled embroidery, and vintage customizations.

From artists to activists, and from actors to heads of state, the iconic Levi’s® 501® jean has been an important piece in the wardrobe of people who shaped history through the years.

Don’t miss the chance to get the most coveted Levi’s® 501® jeans with a P501 discount on May 20. 

For more information on the 501® Day celebration, head to Levi’s® stores or visit http://global.levi.com 

Health Talks with MediCard: What happens after eating a healthy breakfast

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We often hear that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. However, do you know what happens to your body after eating a healthy breakfast? Aside from improving your overall heath, eating a healthy morning meal helps you to focus, to make smart decisions and satisfies your appetite to help you avoid overeating later in the day. 

“The literal meaning of breakfast is really breaking the fasting period of the night before. The span of time between your dinner and your next meal is long, perhaps 7 to 8 hours. That’s why it’s important to eat breakfast within 2 hours of waking up. In addition to starvation and low-energy levels, skipping breakfast can also make you binge and snack excessively later in the day, which can lead to other serious health problems like obesity, ” said Dr. Nicky Montoya, president and CEO of MediCard. 

Here are more reasons why you shouldn’t skip breakfast:

• It improves memory and concentration. Eating a healthy breakfast boosts your memory and concentration, especially at work and at school. According to research, eating breakfast leads to better cognitive performance, helping you concentrate more. It also restores glucose levels. Glucose is an important carbohydrate that is needed for the brain to function properly. “A healthy breakfast helps you have better coordination and problem-solving skills,” says Dr. Montoya.

• It keeps you energized. Breakfast is the perfect time to fuel your body with vitamins and nutrients to keep you energized through the day. Keeping your energy levels high will help you accomplish all your responsibilities efficiently and eating a nutritious breakfast is essential for this. Try having eggs, yogurt, cereal or fruits in the morning.

• It helps lower cholesterol levels. Studies show that people who skip breakfast are more likely to have worse cholesterol levels and insulin sensitivity than breakfast eaters. This is because eating nutritious foods for breakfast helps you eat smaller meals and avoid fatty food throughout the day.

• It boosts metabolism and controls weight. While you sleep, your metabolism slows down and burns less calories. A great way to kick start your metabolism is by having a healthy breakfast to allow your body to start burning calories as soon as you start your day. In addition to faster metabolism, eating breakfast also helps you control your weight. When you consume high-protein meals during breakfast, you will feel fuller, hence, avoiding overeating later in the day. Just make sure that your breakfast is loaded with nutrients and not with fat and empty calories. 

• It puts you in a positive mood. Sleeping for 8 hours or so usually mean that you’re starving when you wake up. Starvation can really put you in a bad mood. That can be easily dealt with by eating a healthy breakfast. Dr. Montoya recommends having mood-boosting food for breakfast like berries (e.g. blueberries or strawberries), whole wheat pancakes and a banana smoothie with nuts and flaxseed.

For more nutrition advice, make an appointment with your doctor or nutritionist. 

MediCard has numerous free-standing clinics located in key cities nationwide that offer consultations. Visit a MediCard clinic near you or check out their website at www.medicardphils.com for more information. 

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