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Over Half of Working-Age Filipinos Are Overweight, National Data Show

National nutrition and mortality data reveal that most working-age Filipinos are now overweight or obese, reinforcing concerns about diet, celebrations, and long-term health risks.

The Road We Take to Gluttony

Gluttony isn’t a single moment of excess—it’s a series of small, everyday choices shaped by stress, portions, and modern food design. This science-informed guide explores how those habits form, and how gentle, intentional shifts can lead us back to better health.

Undernutrition, Sanitation Gaps Sustain Worm and Schistosomiasis Burden in PH

National surveys show that intestinal worms and schistosomiasis continue to affect Filipino children as undernutrition, food insecurity, and sanitation gaps sustain reinfection and disease burden.

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.

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