Mastermom Speaks: May 2016

How many times did you hear that you should be wearing sunblock regardless if the weather is sunny or rainy?

Well, you should have believed it by now. The ozone layer is depleting and your body needs shielding from harmful rays. Skin Cancer rates are on the rise and sunscreen has been proven to decrease the development of skin cancer. It also helps to prevent facial brown spots and skin discolorations and slows down the development of wrinkled, premature aging skin.

Aaaaand... it is the ultimate skin care must have of those beauty personalities you see online and on tv. Oha!

It is my first time to try Provence Calendula Daily Sunblock from Nature Republic. For those who first heard of the brand, Nature Republic is a cosmetics Korean brand that utilizes natural ingredients for their products created in March 2009. The brand's philosophy is 'A Sense of the Beginning'.

Nature Republic opened its first store in March 2009. By 2010, Nature Republic has opened stores in Taiwan, Singapore, Thailand, and Malaysia. In 2011, Nature Republic opened its first store in Cambodia and launched its first store in the Philippines on November 13, 2012.

Back to the sunblock, from its name, it contains calendula floral ingredients. Calendula is an annual flower native to the northern Mediterranean countries. Its name refers to its tendency to bloom with the calendar, usually once a month or with every new moon. Calendula is also known for its ability to brighten skin and protect from blemishes. It is generally considered safe and can be used in teas, tinctures, creams, salves and poultices/compresses.

HOW TO USE:

Take an adequate amount of the product and thoroughly apply on the areas exposed on the rays. That means you should be applying NOT ONLY in your face but at the side/back of your ears too and neck.

Here it is when applied on the skin.

Freshly squeezed

Fully spread

Pros:

It has an SPF 50+ which is really a great plus especially when your always outdoor. And it's still SUMMER!

It moisturizes skin upon application.

For all skin type.

Packaging is a squeeze tube product which keeps product sanitary and compact.

It do smells good.

Everything that is natural and pure organic for me is already SOLD.

Cons:

Though the texture is light, it's a little bit dewey when applied on your face. Be sure to apply tiny dots first.

Unfortunately, it leaves white cast =(. See my second hand photo? That is the white cast.

It leaves oily and shiny feel on my face. You still need to put powder on top of it to look matte.

Overall, I might finish this tube since I commute from office to work from time to time. But after that, I think I might just go back to Belo's Sunblock. =)

Last Sunday (Mother's Day!), me and my family were invited to participate in Sky Cable's event entitled #SKYLifePH's Color Explosion Year 2. It is a whole afternoon In SM Mall of Asia's Music Hall wherein kids aged 2-12 years old can express their creativity through arts and crafts. The gate opened at 1PM and closed at 6PM.

Here are the list of activities that the kids (even adults) had so much fun!

LI’L HANDS
Make wonderful art pieces made out of personalized little hand prints using your hands and water based paint.

QUIRKY EYES
There will be sunnies and craft material available for kids to use. They can take home these eye shades as a token.

FUN HANGING CRAFTS
Kids will be making their own paper lanterns and piñata.

DO IT WITH POPSICLE STICKS
We challenge kids creativity and imagination in creating several items using colorful popsicle sticks.

ARTSY TEES
Tie it, Roll It, Dip It and Wear It. Kids to design their own tees and bring it home as a souvenir.

ONSTAGE PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:
Basic Watercolor Calligraphy for adults
Basic Watercolor Workshop for kids
Color Explosion Onsite Art Making Contest
Entertainment and games

Here are the photos of the activities that my kids were able to participate:

The kids enjoyed all the activities so much! Thanks Sky Cable. Till our next art attack. =)

Fifth Herbalife Asia-Pacific Wellness Tour seeks to address health issues associated with sedentary lifestyles, and deepen practical understanding on the benefits of a healthy, active life

PHILIPPINES, April 25, 2016 –Herbalife, a global nutrition company, has released the findings of the new Nutrition At Work Survey, which revealed that the majority of Philippines’ workforce leads largely sedentary lifestyles, putting them at risk of obesity. The Survey¹, which was designed to understand the lifestyle habits and attitudes of Asia Pacific’s modern workforce, was conducted in March with 5,500 full-time workers in 11 Asia-Pacific markets, including 500 workers from thePhilippines.

According to the survey findings, almost nine out of 10 (85%) workers in the Philippines spend at least six hours a day sitting at their desk, with 52% of its workforce eating lunch at their work desk two to five times per week. The survey also revealed that majority of Philippines’ workforce (86%) exercise less than three times per week, with five out of 10 getting less than 30 minutes of physical activity a day at their workplace. This suggests a significantly worrying trend locally, on the back of rising obesity rates recorded in recent years.

Nevertheless, the risk of obesity could be averted if workers in the Philippines decide to take control over their own nutritional intake and exercise regimen. Close to eight out of 10 workers(75%) affirmed that they strive to live a healthy, active life, however, the majority of them noted that they find it difficult to stay active during workdays.

“With a majority of Philippines’ workforce leading largely sedentary lifestyles, our mission as a global nutrition company is to help people in thePhilippinestake practical steps towards leading healthy, active lives.By inculcating positive nutrition and active lifestyle habits to people in the Philippines, we hope that this will, over time,help reduce obesity risks and lead to positive improvements to the well-being of our people,”said Mr. Rosalio Valenzuela, General Manager of Herbalife Philippines.

Aimed at addressing health issues associated with sedentary lifestyles, and deepening practical understanding on the benefits of healthy, active lifestyles, Herbalife launched its fifth Asia Pacific Wellness Tour 2016, held in the months of April and May. The latest edition of the Wellness Tour builds upon the successes of the past four tours that welcomed more than 80,000 participants across the region, and features a host of medical symposiums, talks and workshops led by seven experts from Herbalife’s Nutrition Advisory Board (NAB), covering 26 cities across Australia, Cambodia, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Macau, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand and Vietnam.

Gary Small, M.D. has recently visited the country and shared his expert views on digital dementia and brain aging at the “A Smart Way to Healthy Aging: A Talk by Gary Small, M.D.” event.Dr. Small, a specialist in brain health and aging, has authored over 500 scientific works and received numerous awards and honors, including the "Senior Investigator Award" from the American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry.

During the talk Dr. Smalladdressed health and nutrition related issues associated with sedentary lifestyles and share practical tips on how today’s workforce can live healthier lives by making simple changes to their daily lifestyles. Health and medical professionals, academics, as well as the general public have also engaged in lively dialogues with Dr. Smallat the event, and had the chance to network with like-minded professionals through the Herbalife Asia-Pacific Wellness Tour platform.

Rounding up the team of Herbalife NAB experts who have participated in the Asia-Pacific Wellness Tour are:

· Dr. David Heber, chairman of the Herbalife Nutrition Institute and Nutrition Advisory Board. A leading expert in the field of nutrition, named as one of “The World’s Most Influential Scientific Minds” by Thomson Reuters in 2014 and repeatedly included in “The Best Doctors in America”.

· Dr. Chin-Kun Wang, an expert in metabolism and nutrition, with a focus on the clinical evaluation of nutritional supplements, nutraceuticals, functional foods and herbs.He was awarded the National Award of Biomedicine in Taiwan in 2008 for his contribution to medical education.

· Dr. Julian Alvarez Garcia, a specialist in sports medicine and sports physiology who has advised professional teams, national teams and individual athletes on a range of disciplines including weightlifting, triathlons, mountain biking, football and basketball.

· Dr. Darren Burgess, an expert in sports science and nutrition who has authored papers in multiple peer review journals. He is also the current Head of High Performance at Port Adelaide Football (AFL) Club, and the former Head of Fitness and Conditioning at Liverpool Football Club.

· Dr. NatanielViuniski, an expert in pediatrics and nutrition who has authored “Childhood Obesity – A Practical Guide”. He is also currently an advisor to Brazil's Health and Education Ministry for Childhood Obesity.

· Dr. Francis Gregory Samonte, one of the Philippines’ premier experts in pediatric neurology, and the first Filipino appointed to the NAB. He was a recipient of the Chairman’s Achievement Award from the University of Louisville, Kentucky’s Department of Pediatrics.

The NAB experts were also joined by Dr. Luigi Gratton, Herbalife’s vice president of nutrition education and development, who has written numerous articles on nutrition and obesity, and has appeared on television speaking on nutrition, anti-aging medicine, sports nutrition and other medical topics.

“With each new edition of the Wellness Tour, we are seeing an increasing number of people gain practical knowledge to lead better lives. We hope that that this year’s Tour will further empower people to take charge of their nutritional intake and exercise regimen, so that they can enjoy the full benefits of a healthy, active life,” Mr. Valenzuela concluded.

¹Herbalife’s Nutrition At Work Survey was conducted in March 2016, with 5,500 respondents aged 18 and above, from Australia, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand and Vietnam.

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About Herbalife

Herbalife is a global nutrition company that has been changing people’s lives with great products since 1980.

Our nutrition, weight-management, energy and fitness and personal care products are available exclusively to and through dedicated Independent Herbalife Members in more than 90 countries. We are committed to addressing the global obesity epidemic by offering high-quality products, one-on-one coaching with a Herbalife Member and a community that inspires customers to live a healthy, active life.

We support the Herbalife Family Foundation (HFF) and its Casa Herbalife programs to help bring good nutrition to children in need. We also sponsor more than 190 world-class athletes, teams and events around the globe, including Cristiano Ronaldo, the LA Galaxy and champions in many other sports.

The company has over 8,000 employees worldwide, and its shares are traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: HLF) with net sales of US$4.5 billion in 2015.

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