Abbott Introduces Glucerna 123 Challenge

People at my age constantly fear dreaded diseases like hypertension and diabetes. Being born to folks who have them just made me a little depressed because I'm surely going to have it pretty soon. The key is having a change in lifestyle and it starts now. Simple exercise and a balanced diet plus knowing proper steps to manage diabetes is the key. We were schooled about it last Thursday and it was awesome we had Glucerna to take us along a journey called the 123 challenge. It's a 12 week program specially designed for people who have diabetes. For people who have problems with this, listen up because you might learn a thing or two.

Step 1 - Manage your blood sugar response. For people who are resistant to insulin, they have a higher risk of having complications. Maintaining proper blood sugar levels means you have yo eat right and have time for exercise so you can have major impact on your own health. 

Step 2 - Help manage weight and your waistline. Increasing physical activity even in a short amount of time can make your life a little better. Coach Jim even taught us a couple of moves for a max of 4 minutes which he used to train athletes and contestants of The biggest Lose when he had a stint there. Check this out!

Now there's no excuse not to workout with these simple tips and exercise routines. :)

Step 3 - Support heart health! Because heart disease is a common complication of diabetes, it is a must to have your own personalized exercise routine designed and based on your age and activity level. It's a pretty good advise imho. I think I should do something about myself too. I've seen all the warning signs and I pretty much don't want to die at an early age. I want to accomplish my dreams first and spend my years with loved ones. I actually got my blood sugar checked in one of the kiosks during the event, I had like 274 which is way beyond the limit. This might have caused my hypertension. I have to get checked :)

Oh, I almost forgot. They've also launched an app for people with diabetes at http://www.glucerna123challenge.com.ph if you want to participate. It's available for iPhone or Android smart phones so just go there and download it now! There's also a rewards program in every can if Glucerna Triple care that can get you points to use in the site :) Thanks Abbott and Glucerna! This day was awesome because of you! :)


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Congo Grille presents Music Jam Packed featuring Ms. Janice Hung!

It's almost weekend and we need a break! I've been here a couple of times, and why not do it on Friday as Congo Grille presents Music Jam Packed featuring the wonderfully beautiful and talented Ms. Janice Hung! She'll take the stage and present you with her type of rock. Watch her as she performs some of the songs and covers by Pink, Jessie J and a lot of other Pop artists, genres to the delight of the crowd. Who knows! She might even sing you a couple of Chinese songs from her repertoire. 

Don't forget to give yourself some well deserved comfort food, drinks and music this August 2 9PM at the Congro Grille - Tomas Morato Avenue in Quezon City. Enjoy and hangout with your friends, it's not too late to do just that!

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The Apprentice Asia's First Winner is Jonathan Yabut!

Yes it's true! The first ever winner of The Apprentice Asia is Jonathan Yabut from the Philippines.

Big dreams really come from small beginnings as this executive from Glaxo Smith Kline based in Manila bested 12 other contestants from the Asian region. We were there to cover the event and saw the other hopefuls too. Andrea Loh from Singapore was also there, she was the one which he had to battle with during  the last episode. The last task was not too easy either as they had to launch the AIR ASIA FOUNDATION which caters to Asian historical entities and funds various organizations and individuals that can nurture entrepreneurship within the region. It basically cares for those who are in need. It's Mr. Fernandes' vision of giving back to the same people who helped him build his empire. It's a noble gesture imho.

During the last battle, Andrea was a little nervous and got that in the way while speaking in front of dignitaries and VIP's that were invited to an auction. Jonathan on the other hand took the upper hand right from the beginning and chose to personally talk to each and everyone ultimately connecting with the audience and made Mr. Tony Fernandes choose him as the ultimate APPRENTICE ASIA winner! :)

Congratulations Jonathan! Thank you for making the Philippines proud!

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SM Ladies Fashion Plus Sized Model Search Year 2 x Jus' Ur Size and Jus' Jeans

I'm really no stranger to this. I bet even my sister would qualify for this stint. A few days ago, they just concluded the SM Plus Size Model Search Year 2. They announced the winner already and it's Ms. Barbara Bang. She's the one on the left most part of this photo. She also wins a modeling contract to represent SM's new brands called Jus' Ur Size and Jus' Jeans. It's so nice for SM to hold things like this and take a different look for plus sized individuals who have it, and ultimately flaunt it. Beautiful and proud of their figure, this embodies something that Filipinos should definitely never discriminate against. It's probably one of the reasons why SM did this search and have done it yearly.

Now, they have lots of choices. I understand what women go through because it's actually the same thing for me. Being of foreign descent, I often don't have sizes available in malls because they always carry the normal Asian size. I usually get European and American brands and I sometimes couldn't find one that fit in regular stores. My sister would be happy they have these available:

Jus' Ur Size and Jus' Jeans

Seeing what they have released for these two brands, the variety impressed me. Being plus sized shouldn't mean they do not have to be fashionable. Case in point...

Now they have prints, draperies and lengthy dresses that hugs the right spot and puts emphasis on the female form, the plus sized way. You now have choices, you can express your fashion sense with these pieces... mix and match it with your current ones in the closet without batting an eyelash because your basics are covered, and you have some of the nicest designs available in RTW that's made just for you!

Thank you very much to SM Ladies Fashion for empowering and inspiring plus sized Filipino women all through these years. I wish my sister can join this contest and give these women a run for their money hehe or else, I think the next step is to hold a modeling search for plus sized Men like me haha I just had to say that!

Again, congratulations to the finalists and the grand winner Ms. Barbara Bang for being SM's newest brand ambassador. I hope you let me tag along when you get to Korea which she won in this contest too! :)

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