Ian Veneracion shares tips for staying cough-free during the holidays

Actor Ian Veneracion places his trust in a
natural cough remedy like Ascof Forte
Menthol Syrup to help ensure that he
gets soothing relief from cough and irritated
 throat during the holidays.

The season to be jolly is also a season to be healthy.

Taking pride in having the longest Christmas celebration in the world, we start gearing up for the holiday season as early as November when Yuletide carols are played in malls and other public places.

Unfortunately, frenzied holiday activities like shopping, reunions, partying, and traveling result in stress, which, in turn weakens our immune system and renders us prone to catching common ailments like cough.

To make the most out of the festive season, it is important to stay healthy. And for veteran actor-model Ian Veneracion, this means maintaining an active lifestyle despite the temptation to stay in bed all day long brought by the cool weather. This is why when he is not facing the camera, Ian makes sure that he keeps a balanced diet and engages himself in regular physical activities.

While he admits that he does not go to the gym, Ian shares that he maintains his physically fit body by engaging himself in his favorite competitive sports like football, basketball, tennis, swimming, sailing, motocross, martial arts, and boxing. He also highlights the importance of getting enough sleep, eating properly, and maintaining a clean environment to avoid cough during the holidays.

Actor Ian Veneracion finds a new love . . . in Ascof Lagundi

At 42, actor Ian Veneracion has become
 more discerning of his life choices. That is why
 he places his full trust only in Ascof Forte
Menthol Syrup as his cough remedy,
as it is made from 100% organically grown Lagundi leaves. 

At age 42, gentleman actor and reluctant heartthrob Ian Veneracion appears to be a star whose time has come. Although he started acting at the age of 5, Veneracion’s career took a long, circuitous route to leading man status, something he finally achieved when he was cast as a swoon-worthy hero in hit TV soaps. 

Today he seems unstoppable, his career trajectory leading him to a place that much younger and more aggressive actors have yet to reach. 

Ironically, it is from this enviable place that Veneracion now seeks balance even as he appreciates the perks of stardom. He has kept the debonair good looks that make fans—age 18 to 80—swoon, yes, but the Gen X actor now finds fulfillment in matters that are more constant and stable, and less transitory. 

This probably has much to do with being married to a loving wife and having three wonderful children. Veneracion readily affirms that there is always more to life than the glitz of show business.

Coughing Myths and Cures

There are a lot of misconceptions in the treatments of coughs

 which may prove detrimental to our health in the long run.

Coughing is one health condition we have encountered at least a dozen times in our lives. Some people even go to the extent of using various remedies and treatments available in their quest to relieve their cough.

However, there are many misconceptions and non-scientific practices in the treatment of cough, which may even prove detrimental to our health in the long run.

One popular practice is eating hot soup to help cure coughs and colds. While this practice does help soothe an irritated throat, it does not, unfortunately, help cure one’s cough.

Eating soup may help soothe the throat,
but it does not however help in curing coughs.

Reliance on chemical medications may be second-nature to most people, but there are hidden hazards to such a practice. Mayo Clinic (www.mayoclinic.com), a respected medical research organization of around 2,500 physicians, warns against giving children “two medicines with the same active ingredients, such as an antihistamine, decongestant, or pain reliever.” “Too much of a single ingredient could lead to an accidental overdose,” it says.

There are likewise certain ingredients in some chemical-based cough medications that may cause serious and even life-threatening effects in children.

Codeine, which is found in cough suppressants, for example, may have adverse effects on the central nervous system. Dextromethorpan (DXM), meanwhile, may lead to serious side effects such as brain damage, seizure, loss of consciousness and irregular heartbeat if not formulated properly.

 

It's best to use an all natural medication in treating coughs 

such as Ascof's cough syrup, made from 100% lagundi leaves.

Cough preparations such as Carbocisteine have valid use only in persons suffering from Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Diseases (COPD).

The Philippine College of Chest Physicians recommends and advocates the following as best home remedies against cough : 1) Increased fluid intake; 2) lots of rest and 3) good nutrition. However, there may be times when you need added help to reduce the severity and duration of your cough, without necessarily resorting to chemical-based medicines that may have side effects. Your natural remedy? Take Lagundi.

Philippine traditional medicine have long proven the efficacy of the Lagundi plant in treating cough, as well as other common ailments such as fever, headache, toothache, asthma, and even superficial bleeding. Through the years, modern science has also validated Lagundi’s power as an effective and safe cough and asthma remedy, through various clinical studies.

So what’s your best solution against cough? It’s the proven combination of nature and science— made from 100-percent Lagundi leaves, like ASCOF Lagundi.

The best home remedies are 1) increased fluid intake, 

2) eating healthy, and 3) getting lots of rest.

Clinical trials show that Lagundi is much safer because it does not have the harmful side effects usually associated with chemical cough medicines. It works in three ways : one, it opens up the bronchial tubes to facilitate airflow, therefore making it easier to breathe; two, it dissolves mucus so it’s easier to expel; and three, it reduces the inflammation in the respiratory passages due to its anti-histaminic action.

ASCOF’s efficacy and safety as a cough remedy is backed by two decades of research and analysis conducted by the National Integrated Research Program of Medicinal Plants (NIRPROMP), a consortium of top medical and academic institutions and scientists in the country.

What’s more, ASCOF Lagundi, a product of Pascual Laboratories, Inc., is a convenient remedy for cough. It is available in tablet, capsule and syrup formats, and are available at leading drugstores nationwide.

So the next time you treat your cough, separate the myths from the true cure – reach for the natural and safe remedy that will effectively relieve you without any worries.

Cough101: What your child's cough might mean press release‏

Coughing is a reflex that serves several functions. It helps protect the lungs by clearing airways of secretions and foreign particles. In most cases, coughing may also be a symptom of an underlying condition or illness.

How would you know if your child's cough is simply a case of the body doing its job, or a sign of a more serious ailment? It all depends on the type, character and severity of the cough, and how long it lasts.

Know if your child's cough is simply a case of the body doing its job, or a sign of a more serious ailment.

Common types of cough

Basically, there are two types of cough : productive and non-productive.

Productive cough is usually due to a viral or bacterial infection. This type of cough expels the phlegm which was formed in our respiratory passages so abnormal amounts of mucus and germs are eliminated from the respiratory tract making breathing easier. This type of cough is commonly seen in asthmatics where it is accompanied by “wheezing” sounds due to constriction of the respiratory passages due to infection, fever may ensue.

Non-productive cough is dry, tickling and irritating. This cough can be caused by phlegm that is so viscous that it is not loosened and expectorated. It may have an allergic or neurotic origin and in worst cases caused by an underlying disease. This type of cough is commonly seen in “smokers” due to the irritation of the respiratory passages to the inhaled smoke.

Natural and safe remedy for cough

In some cases, the cough will just run its course and get resolved after complete rest, fluid intake, and proper nutrition. However, there are instances when medication is necessary, especially when it reaches the point of discomfort. In these cases, a natural medication like ASCOF Lagundi Syrup is a dependable and effective cough remedy.

Made from 100% Lagundi leaves, ASCOF Lagundi works in three ways : : one, it opens up the bronchial tubes to facilitate airflow, making it easier for the patient to breathe; two, it dissolves mucus to make it easier to expel from the body; and three, it reduces the inflammation in the respiratory passages due to its anti-histaminic action.

Because it is natural, ASCOF has an advantage over chemical cough medicines because it does not have the negative side effects commonly seen in chemical-based medicines. Clinical tests indicate no adverse reactions among those who use ASCOF. This means that in the long term, ASCOF Lagundi is safer to use than chemical cough formulations. Furthermore, some studies indicate that using chemical cough medicines are potentially dangerous to children as it may cause respiratory distress and can even make some children hyperactive and irritable.

ASCOF Lagundi Syrup is a dependable and effective cough remedy.

When it comes to figuring out your child's cough, it pays to listen. How a cough sounds like—along with its accompanying symptoms—will tell you a lot about its cause so you will be able treat it properly.

Using a natural cough remedy like ASCOF Lagundi will not only help your child feel better – it will also make moms like you feel more safe. And remember, if the cough persists, it is still best to consult your doctor.

No.1 natural cough medicine for the whole family

KIDS and adults alike are susceptible to cough and colds during the rainy season. Since most of them stay indoors when there’s a downpour, there is a greater risk of them getting sick as well as spreading the cough and cold virus.

It’s a good thing there is ASCOF Lagundi -- One family in particular has discovered its ease and effectiveness in addressing cough symptoms.

Parents like Hans and Cherie who have kids aged two years old and above can also take comfort in the fact that their children’s coughing problems can be effectively addressed by ASCOF Lagundi Syrup

The Co family from Muntinlupa is made up of daddy Hans, a bicycle shop owner; mommy Cherie, who is a pre-school teacher and part-time businesswomen; and their three daughters, Samantha, 10; Sabrina, 8; and Sophia, 4.

“The rainy season brings a lot of sickness like coughs and the flu. Luckily, we learned about ASCOF Lagundi, which is the cough medicine of our family,” says Cherie.

Hans adds that he and his wife have always been meticulous with the type of medicine that they take and give to their children.

“Since ASCOF Lagundi is natural and made from a medicinal plant, we are confident that it is safe and effective,” says 37-year old Hans.

Natural, Safe and Effective Cough Medicine

ASCOF Lagundi is made from 100-percent Lagundi leaves. Lagundi is the first herbal medicine from the Philippine Council for Health Research and Development of the Department of Science and Technology to be licensed and launched in the market. It is also one of the 10 herbal medicines endorsed by the Department of Health (DOH).

Clinical studies have shown that Lagundi is much safer compared to conventional chemical-based medicines. Documented folkloric data also says that some medicinal plant- based products like Lagundi are far safer on long-term use. Generations of Filipinos can attest to this.

The Co family also likes that ASCOF Lagundi comes in different forms—each specifically made to address the different needs of each family member.

The technology used in creating ASCOF Lagundi tablet and syrup as an herbal medicine is a product of more than two decades of research by the National Integrated Research Program of Medicinal Plants (NIRPROMP), a group of top academic institutions and scientists in the Philippines.

ASCOF Lagundi is safe to use by the entire family and has no side effects and has no risk of overdose. It uses 100-percent Lagundi leaves that are nurtured organically in a quality-certified farm.

ASCOF Lagundi for the entire family 

Aside from being a natural cough medicine, the Co family also likes that ASCOF Lagundi comes in different forms—each specifically made to address the different needs of each family member.

“We find ASCOF Lagundi a very convenient brand because it is both for kids and adults. It is good to know that it can address my family’s cough concerns with its line of products,” shares Hans who enjoys various outdoor activities like camping and biking with his daughters.

Parents like Hans who have kids aged two years old and above can also take comfort in the fact that their children’s coughing problems can be effectively addressed by ASCOF Lagundi Syrup without worrying about the detrimental effect, such as palpitations and compromised liver functions, that chemical-based cough formulations may bring.

Likewise, he and his wife find it easier to administer ASCOF Lagundi Syrup to their children as it comes in two delicious flavors: ponkan and strawberry.

Cherie explains, “Some cough products and herbal medicines have a bitter taste the kids don’t like so we are glad that ASCOF Lagundi Syrup comes in yummy flavors.”

ASCOF Lagundi Forte Syrup in menthol, meanwhile, is suitable for the young (teenage) adults and adults— the 13 years old and above age group. It also comes in a sugar-free variant, which is likewise good for health conscious and diabetic consumers looking for sugar-free medication.

ASCOF Lagundi also comes in both tablet and capsule forms.

So when it comes to treating your family’s cough problems this rainy reason, take it from the Co family and go for a natural medication with ASCOF Lagundi.