Loss of Strength A Top Health Concern In The Philippines

It is well-recognized that loss of strength is a reality for most adults as they age.  Loss of strength may be an indication of a decrease in muscle mass or not getting the right level of nutrition, otherwise known as nutrition gaps.  In the Philippines, strength becomes even more important as one ages.2 In fact, a survey among Filipinos aged 40 and up shows that loss of strength is their top health concern.1    In addition to the natural decrease in muscle mass as people get older, several factors such as poor food choices, decreased appetite or difficulty in digesting certain foods contribute to muscle loss.   

Nutritional Status Has An Impact On Muscle Health

Nutritional status has a great impact on muscle health and strength.  In a clinical nutrition review, lower absolute hand grip strength values were found in malnourished patients when compared to well-nourished hospitalized patients.

My Physical Age is 52!? I Need To Reverse Aging With Ensure Stay Strong Grip Challenge!

Practically speaking, we all get old, we all get weak, however it is our option if we get stronger or deteriorate by time. I do admit that age will show on how I perform more than the physical appearance. I too a test and got the shocking physical age of 52! This was indeed shocking knowing that I am only just 28 years old, I am physically double my age.

This reality opened my eyes that I have to do something, and many of us millenials might be on the same state or probably worse. Now, I am challenged to bring my physical state to the right age and manage my weight as well. It is time to get stronger.

The case is quite different from veteran actor Edu Manzano, who is almost a senior but looks, act, and lives his life like someone on his twenties. Aside from showbiz, he is also engaged in business, sports, etc. He still does that things he loves to do and now he is also the perfect brand ambassador for the nutritional drink Ensure. 

A partnership that will benefit kids

A healthy mind and body are two of the best gifts you can give a child. Thus, New Birch Tree Fortified and the Department of Educated with Marylindbert International partnered in an advocacy called “Me and My Milk” that encourages kids to drink milk at home and even in school. 

The partnership was formally launched on July 22, 2015 at Bulwagan ng Karunungan, Department of Education Complex in Pasig City with Education Secretary Bro. Armin Luistro, Undersecretary Dina Ocampo, regional directors and other key officials of the Department and officials of Century Pacific Food Inc. and Marylindbert International.

DepEd and Birch Tree Launch "Me And My Milk" With Richard Yap and Mutya

Kid nowadays are exposed to a lot of stress, pollution, and complicated culture which would affect their performance in schools. Children need more nutrients as they at their most active and crucial stage in learning.  One of the most nutritious drink that parents can give their children as it provide a lot of vitamins and minerals that will help them in their developing years. Milk is a nutritionally loaded food drink, being a good source of Calcium, Phosphorus, Magnesium and Protein, all essential in the proper growth and development of bones and teeth.

A healthy body and mind are crucial to a strong future.  Therefore, it is important that kids start early in getting the proper nutrition through the food that they eat.  When it comes to this, milk is considered to be one of nature’s nutritious foods.

HEALTHY LYF:Fighting the Diet Shift

Aqiva partners with moms to help ensure proper nutrition for their children.

Every mom has her own story when it comes to feeding her child. With mealtimes becoming a common and daily struggle, moms have learned to cope with this problem in different ways. Some moms resort to bribing, giving treats or gifts whenever their child finishes his lunch. Other moms would tend to transform into “monster moms”, not yielding to their child’s refusal to eat. While others just give in, thinking that eating something unhealthy is better than not eating at all.

The Threat of the “Diet Shift”

Children are easily tempted by unhealthy food because to them, these foods seem to be more fun and exciting to eat, and taste better because of its flavors, colors and textures. This desire for unhealthy food heightens at age 4-7, as children start to make their own choices, and are able to voice out what they want. This is when the threat of the Diet Shift starts - the phase when the child may begin to prefer unhealthy food, or food that do not contain the right nutrients children need to keep their growth and development on track.