UNMASKING YOUR THYROID

To raise awareness of thyroid disorder, Merck Inc. 

held a bloggers event at the Holiday Inn Makati.

Makati City, Philippines, 21 September 2016 - Did you know that according to a study by the Philippine Society of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism in 2012, one in 11 Filipino adults has goiter, and around one in 12 Filipino adults suffers from some form of thyroid disorders?

It was a great opportunity to be invited on the event because i get to understand and had more knowledge about Thyroid. A very helpful talk since i knew only few about thyroid because i was once told the last time i had a check up concerning my reflux that if I wont take precautions i might have a thyroid, I'm glad i asked Dr. Nemecio Nicodemus, Jr. about it and he said NO it isn't true. Wow that feeling of scaredness made me breathe and be at peace.

Your thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in your neck—below and behind your Adam's apple. A healthy thyroid typically weighs about one ounce. The thyroid's function is to produce thyroid hormone which is essential for all your body's functions.

Your thyroid gland is the main organ in the body that can absorb iodine. The thyroid takes iodine from your diet and converts it into thyroid hormones.

Dr. Nemencio Nicodemus, Jr., who is the President of the Philippine Society of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism, as well as a Professor in the UP College of Medicine and the Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health, gave an informative talk on what the thyroid is, as well as the symptoms of thyroid disease.

Thyroid disease is one of the most common, yet misunderstood and overlooked condition. Women make up the majority of thyroid patients. And unfortunately, people who have a thyroid problem but are not yet diagnosed make up the majority of thyroid patients.

Millions of Filipinos are affected by problems with their thyroid, yet awareness of this disease is very low. The symptoms of thyroid disorders are often mistaken for other diseases, or worse, are ignored by patients with the disease.

Different Thyroid Conditions

Hypothyroidism

The most common thyroid condition is hypothyroidism, which refers to a condition where you do not have enough thyroid hormone. It has a number of causes:

• Hashimoto's thyroiditis - an autoimmune condition that causes impairment or destruction of the thyroid gland.
• Post-surgical hypothyroidism - after all or part of the thyroid gland has been surgically removed.
• Post-ablation hypothyroidism - results after radioactive iodine treatment (RAI) used for thyroid cancer, Graves' disease, and in some cases of hypothyroidism and nodules.
• Congenital hypothyroidism - when a baby is born without a thyroid gland or with a malformed gland that is not capable of producing enough thyroid hormone.
• Iodine-deficiency hypothyroidism - due to a deficiency of iodine in the diet.
• Drug and supplement-induced hypothyroidism - prescription medications and supplements that have the ability to cause hypothyroidism.
• Goitrogen-induced hypothyroidism - very high consumption of raw goitrogens—foods that have chemicals in them that slow the thyroid. 
• Secondary/central hypothyroidism - due to a defect in the functioning/communications of the pituitary gland and the hypothalamus.
• Traumatic hypothyroidism - serious trauma to the neck, such as whiplash or breaking the neck, has been linked to the onset of hypothyroidism.
• Hypothyroidism of unknown origin/idiopathic hypothyroidism - there are cases where the thyroid becomes underactive and no other underlying causes or diseases have been identified.

Hyperthyroidism

This refers to a condition where the thyroid gland is overproducing thyroid hormone. It also has a number of causes:

• Autoimmune Graves' disease - the most common cause of hyperthyroidism.
• Autoimmune Hashimoto's disease - sometimes causes periods of temporary hyperthyroidism.
• Iodine-excess hyperthyroidism - results from overexposure or overconsumption of iodine.
• Drug and supplement-induced hyperthyroidism - results from several prescription drugs as well as certain over-the-counter supplements.
• Toxic multinodular disease - a condition that frequently causes overproduction of thyroid hormone.
• Thyroiditis - certain forms can cause periods of hyperthyroidism.
• Pituitary-induced hyperthyroidism - where the thyroid gland can become overstimulated by the pituitary gland and produce excessive amounts of thyroid hormone.
• Thyroid nodules - in some cases they can trigger overactivity of the surrounding thyroid gland, causing hyperthyroidism. They can also, on their own, produce thyroid hormone.

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The key risk factors for thyroid disease include:

Iodine deficiency or excess

Exposure to radioactivity or radioactive fallout 

Overconsumption of soy and goitrogenic foods 

Surgery or trauma to the neck area 

Pregnancy or recent childbirth 

Female gender

Personal or family history of autoimmune disease 

Cigarette smoking

Patients with hypothyroidism, or too little thyroid hormone, tend to have slower metabolism: they gain weight despite not eating much, move and speak slowly, feel tired and have depressed thoughts, cannot tolerate cold, and have irregular menstrual periods. On the other hand, patients with hyperthyroidism, or too much thyroid hormone, will have hyperactive metabolism: they lose weight despite having good appetite, have heart palpitations, irritable thoughts and insomnia, have sweating and heat intolerance, and can have tremors in their hands.

More information can be found online in the website www.thyroid.ph. This is an online repository of information where people can learn more about thyroid disorders. The website also contains useful guides which can help people check themselves for symptoms of thyroid disorders, such as goiter, hyperthyroidism, or hypothyroidism.

It combines the amino acid tyrosine and iodine to make the thyroid hormone. The two key hormones produced by the thyroid are thyroxine—known as T4—and triiodothyronine—known as T3. These hormones' key purpose is to regulate how your cells, organs, tissues, and glands use oxygen and energy.

Everything in your body relies on thyroid hormone—including digestion, the growth of your hair and nails, your sex drive, and the function of your organs and glands. Your brain, heart, and metabolism are especially dependent on the right levels of thyroid hormone to function properly and well.

The thyroid operates in a feedback loop with your pituitary gland.

There are a lot of people who may have thyroid disorders, but aren’t even aware until it is too late. It is important to have one’s thyroid checked as early as possible, especially if there is family history of the disease, or during pregnancy. Prevention, proper information and early detection will always be better than cure that comes too late.

If you're diagnosed with a chronic health problem, it can be confusing and frightening. One of the key elements of being a thyroid patient is staying informed. That means reading and researching about it, and connecting with others who can share their advice. Even if you feel like you're fighting with thyroid cancer or so, don't give up! Millions of people are living well with thyroid conditions and you too can be one of those success stories. With the help of the Lord there's no powerful cure than his mercy.

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GATORADE RUN 11-22 MANILA 2016

On your mark, get set, go! Gatorade Run is back for its second year!

Manila, Philippines – The world’s number one sports drink, in partnership with Runrio, will once again hit the road for the second year of the Gatorade Run. 

It will be held on November 27, 2016 at the SM Mall of Asia in Pasay City. The run will have two distances—11K and 22K. 

More than 6,000 runners registered in last year’s run which featured hydration stations where participants got pre-race hydration drinks, a post-run hydration test area where runners instantly learned about their hydration status, and a warm-up area where free sessions were available for those who wanted a full-on warm up activity before and after the run. Gatorade ambassadors Jeron Teng, Jaja Santiago, Chris Banchero, Jett Manuel and Ara Galang were among those who were present to support the runners. 

This year’s run promises to be more exciting, while still focusing on the importance of pre- and post-run hydration. 

“Gatorade is a global leader in sports performance and we’ll definitely bring that expertise to the run. Learning the benefits of proper hydration is crucial for runners and we look forward to reinforcing that message through the Gatorade Run.  We’re excited to show runners how, whether in sports hydration or a unique consumer experience, NOTHING BEATS GATORADE.” ~Tony Atayde, Pepsico Marketing Manager for Hydration

Registration for the Gatorade Run 2016 will start on September 12. Log on to runrio.com for updates and to register.

Nothing Beats Gatorade

PEZ WORLD’S FAMOUS CANDY MAKES EVERYONE SMILE!

As they say you are not famous until they put your head on a PEZ dispenser! 

You don't have to be a kid to enjoy PEZ candy as long as you're a kid at heart you will surely enjoy each and every designs they have from actually mostly my generations collection hehehe.

There’s something nostalgic about these familiar little treats that bring back memories of yesteryear with each and every bite. With great tasting candy flavors and collectible dispensers, PEZ is more than just a candy. It’s the pioneer of “interactive candy”  that is both enjoyable to eat and fun to play with. PEZ Dispensers are a hot collectible for adults and children alike. New character dispensers are introduced regularly to reflect current trends.

Mickey Mouse, Winnie the Pooh and Hello Kitty have graced Pez dispenser heads and recently Anna and Elsa from the movie "Frozen" have also joined the line-up. Next year and over the coming years we expect to see more licenses and partners requesting for a PEZ head dispenser.

But would you believe that your favorite PEZ didn’t start out as the fruity candy we know and love today? It’s true! In fact, this is one candy that has a history that may surprise you. 

Pez originated in Austria in 1927 and branded as a breath mint for adults. It’s first dispensers are plain boxes.However, in 1955 the firm started marketing its candy to children, leading to the creation of its celebrated series of character designs. 

There's no mistaking the tilted heads that dispense pastel colored candy stacked in a narrow column. The PEZ candy dispenser is a pop culture icon.

PEZ GOES DIGITAL

As the brand has proven its portfolio of licenses for the past 89 years. PEZ is proud to introduce another innovation,  The PEZ Play. Their first PEZ play dispensers is a collaboration with the world’s most loved mobile app game Angry Birds. On each dispenser is a code which you can use to unlock the exclusive PEZ Angry Birds game within the brand new Angry Birds Action mobile app.

PEZ play is an entertaining interactive experience on mobile phones and tablets, fun for kids and adult gamers alike. 

FUN FACTS

• The word PEZ was created using the first, middle and last letter in the German word for peppermint PfeffErminZ
• The first national gathering of PEZ collectors was held in June 25, 1991 in Ohio
• A PEZ Collector is called a PEZ head
• A Prince Willilam and Kate Middleton PEZ dispenser that sold in a charity auction for $13,360
• There are 2 PEZ Museums in the world. One in California and in Connecticut
• PEZ started in the Philippines in July 2007

To learn more and to stay updated about this awesome line of candy dispensers and toys, don’t hesitate to follow their social media accounts: 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PEZPh

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pezph/

If you’re a business owner and would like to carry PEZ products in your store, you may contact Mina Calupitan through mobile: +639065788556 or through email at minacalupitan@gmail.com .

PhilTA Officials gathers in an effort to make a world-class tennis association for the Philippines

During the Philippine Tennis Summit on September 6, stakeholders, including tennis coaches, players, parents, sponsors, regional representatives and PhilTA officials, among others, along with members of the media, gathered at the Makati Sports Club where issues on Philippine tennis were brought forth. Villanueva, one of the individuals who spearheaded the gathering, presented the current state of Philippine tennis, citing the need to improve the country’s standing in international competitions, increase the number of tennis players in the country, and attract them to become members of the national tennis association that represents the International Tennis Federation in the Philippines, among others.

Way back in high school i used to play tennis in our University since then i haven't heard much about Tennis specially here in the Philippines and only in foreign news. Now having inviting in the PHILTA event made me realize and awakens me that even in Tennis there's a lot of issues and politics inside it. I do believe that talking about it within the people who manages Philippine Tennis Association can be settled instead of barking outside the organization. We should aim the goodness and prosperity of our country in representing the best players to the sports competitions.

Promoting reform in Philippine tennis, Randy Villanueva, PHILTA's acting President, organized the Philippine Tennis Summit that gathered local stakeholders of tennis to discuss the present state of the industry and identified action plans towards its improvement. One of those elated to hear Villanueva’s vision for Philippine tennis is sports patron and PhilTA chairman of the board, Jean Henri Lhuillier.

“There’s really a need to amend the organization if we are to become a world-class association. The association right now is being run by just 12 people who do not represent any Philippine tennis stakeholders, region or clubs. I think it’s very important that we make it more inclusive to everyone and encourage more participation from the whole Philippine tennis community.” ~Randy Villanueva

PHILTA with Randy Villanueva, PHILTA's acting President

Some of the famous tennis players those with remarkable achievements in their career I've known all time are Maria Sharapova, Serena Williams, Anna Kournikova, Andre Agassi. And all I've known in the Philippines is Felicisimo Ampon, I do believe we have a lot of potential to be known in the sports world all over the world and one of its categories is Tennis.

“It’s refreshing to have this Philippine Tennis Summit and hear the great plans of Villanueva to move forward Philippine tennis. As always, I’ll be here to support in whatever capacity I can to bring to fruition PhilTA’s plans.” ~PHILTA with Jean Henri Lhuillier, PhilTA chairman of the board

During the Philippine Tennis Summit on September 6, stakeholders, including tennis coaches, players, parents, sponsors, regional representatives and PhilTA officials, among others, along with members of the media, gathered at the Makati Sports Club where issues on Philippine tennis were brought forth. Villanueva, one of the individuals who spearheaded the gathering, presented the current state of Philippine tennis, citing the need to improve the country’s standing in international competitions, increase the number of tennis players in the country, and attract them to become members of the national tennis association that represents the International Tennis Federation in the Philippines, among others.

PHILTA with Bobby Castro, CEO of Palawan Pawnshop

Villanueva laid down the plans for Philippine tennis, identifying a strategy that starts with changes within the existing organization, followed by milestones that will create funding and resources, enable extensive training programs, and make way for a consistent supply of high-caliber Filipino tennis players before reaching the ultimate goal of becoming a world-class tennis association. He elaborated that for him to consider the vision of becoming a world-class tennis association, the country should have at least two Olympians, at least two players in the top 100 of the ATP & WTA rankings, four junior players in the Top 100 of the ITF boys’ and girls’ categories, qualify for the Fed Cup World Group, and qualify for the Davis Cup World, all by 2024.  

*Photo credits to Roland Kraut Facebook

PHILTA with Roland Kraut, Philippine Tennis Coach

He stressed that to be able to achieve all of these, there’s a need to augment the current set-up of the current national tennis association to make way for positive changes specifically in making Philippine tennis inclusive to many. This will pave the way for more active memberships from tennis players, increase in pool of talents, and make the association more sustainable in terms of funding.

Q&A portion of PHILTA

During the summit, Villanueva also advised that he initiated the event in an effort to uplift Philippine tennis and clarifies that he does not have any plans to gun for the presidency in the organization’s next election and is just happy to be able to lay down the work for whoever will succeed him.

Tennis is considered to be one of the most energy-sapping sports in the world. If you are aiming to master tennis, having fantastic skills in tennis is not enough. You must have strong mentality. 

With Ms. Cherry Pie Picache

With Ms. Dyan Castillejo

To succeed in any field one requires sheer determination and hard work.

HONDA CBR150R NEW STYLES

Aside form fast cars I am as well fascinated with fast motorcycles, i find it really awesome riding one. From Red to Black to white and event color orange.....

Manila, Philippines – Honda Philippines, Inc. (HPI) is bringing the thrill of racing to the country as it unveils today its newest Honda Gen S sports motorcycle model - the all-new Honda CBR150R.

HPI is giving the local market the chance to experience the speed and power of its latest racing machine, to meet the demand of Filipino riders for a high-quality sports bike.

The all-new Honda CBR150R sports an aggressive design. Its dual keen eye headlight exemplifies its sleek and sporty exterior along with its side cowl, rear side cowl, and new stylish muffler.

Inspired by MotoGP DNA, the all-new Honda CBR150R is equipped with a 150cc, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC – 4 valve engine that delivers up to 12.6kW/ 9,000rpm max power and 13.0 Nm/7,500 rpm max power of torque. Thanks to PGM-FI fuel supply system, which complies with EURO3 emission standard, the all-new Honda CBR150R’s engine is fuel-efficient and environment-friendly. 

Honda CBR Series newest models is not just about the performance but its newest evolution and improved models.

This model is also built with an innovative truss frame, which is designed to support the engine, maximize performance of Pro-Link suspension system, and optimally reduce engine vibration, resulting in stability, agility and riding comfort. 

It's speedy design and advance features and well improved body performance makes their new model a more exciting and more fun to ride.

Price range of Honda CBR150 models

The all-new Honda CBR150R is also equipped with double disc-brake, digital meter panel with integrated information (speedometer, odometer, trip meter, fuel meter, clock, and engine temperature), new aluminum rear foot step, and secure key shutter. 

“Bringing the all-new Honda CBR150R to the Philippines is part of HPI’s efforts to ignite the passion of riding among new riders and enthusiasts. This is their chance to experience the thrill of Honda racing,” ~Daiki Mihara,  HPI President

Honda CBR150R 1 Launch with Daiki Mihara, HPI President

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Honda Philippines, Inc.
Lot 34 Phase 1-B, First Philippine Industrial Park Tanauan City, Batangas

Celebrating your new bundle of Joy: The Smart Parenting Baby Shower

"Birth is something that YOU DO, not something DONE TO YOU!" - Dr. Jill Aviva Romm, MD

SmartParenting.com.ph recently held the 2nd installment of its annual SP Baby Shower with a whole day filled with informational talks, fun activities, an invigorating yoga class and exciting raffle games, all held at Discovery Suites in Ortigas. Expectant mommies were papered and given useful tips as they wait and get ready for their new bundle of joy.

Becoming a Parent is one of the most humble foundation of a couple when it comes to their marriage and by that having a child is such a precious gift from God. 

Having a child is not an easy process of carrying it on your womb for 9 months constant understanding, care, love and a lot of patience is needed from your partner to support you along the way of progressing the development of the child on your womb. In our genre now there are a lot of ways and different method to help ease the pain of giving birth and as well as process of going to giving birth.

Betty San Luis, CD, the main childhood mentor of Birthing is a Blessing, a childbirth mentoring and Doula support service, and is a certified Doula, a trained labor and birth support person who provides continuous physical, emotional, and informational support to the mother and her partner during pregnancy, childbirth and post-partum. She is part of Childbirth International, a global organization committed to establishing international standards for childbirth education programs and doula training.

Emergency and safety during pregnancy and at childbirth was discussed by Dra. Ella Salvador, a pediatrician at Ospital ng Muntinlupa and Unihealth-Paranaque Hospital and Medical Center.

And finally, to be ready and being well prepared for the coming of your new bundle of joy, Chiqui Brosas, an experienced childbirth educator and doula since the 1990’s and a breastfeeding advocate since 1997, shared ways on how you can face the pain and be confident in the day of labor and some relaxation techniques and exercises through a Lamaze session. Chiqui is known as the guro when it comes to natural childbirth because of her calmness and ability to control during labor and until birth. 

PARTICIPATING BOOTHS:

 Giant Carrier

 Mother-K

 Mega-Malunggay

 Snug-A -Hug

 Belo Baby

Coobie Seamless Bra

Capping off the series of talks, a pre-natal yoga was conducted by Tanya Dela Cruz, one of the founding members of OneLife Studio, offering yoga and pilates classes.

SP Baby Shower 2 is made possible with major sponsors: Downy Babe Gentle and Belo Baby.

With the ever beautiful Ms. Marylaine

Get access to vital parenting information and relevant content 24/7, visit www.smartparenting.com.ph, and follow Smart Parenting on Facebook via smartparenting.ph, and @_smartparenting on Twitter, and @smartparenting on Instagram.

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