What’s not to love about a massage? It’s calming, relaxes your muscles, stimulates the lymphatic system (which keeps our body’s fluid level in check and protects us against infection), and improves circulation and skin tone, among other health benefits. Whether you prefer yours amid the flicker of candles and the scent of fruits and flowers […] More
It begins with a loss—of a loved one, a relationship, a loyal pet—and triggers a reaction right there and then, or when you least expect it. One day you’re fine, the next thing you know, you’re in pieces. Emotions run the gamut, from a quiet, heartbroken sadness to an intense ugly cry. More
Of all the high-risk jobs out there, sitting behind an office desk for eight or more hours five days a week seems like the most benign. Sure, there’s no heavy lifting involved, no long-distance travel, and no exposure to dizzying heights, toxic chemicals, or machines that could inadvertently sever a body part. Yet parking yourself […] More
From Sting to Jason Statham to Prince William to your dad or tito, let’s be real, a receding hairline is something that happens to almost everyone at some point in their lives. And, this gradual thinning and loss of hair, particularly on the temples, thus creating an “M, “U,” or “V” shape when seen from […] More
They’re the bane of the awkward teenage years—unsightly, painful pimples that grow in clusters or in obvious spots like your forehead or right smack on the tip of your nose. But the end of adolescence doesn’t mean the end of acne, particularly cystic acne—large, pus-filled pimples forming deep under the skin. More
Who’s afraid of the Ghost Month? Apparently, many are. In many Eastern and Southeast Asian countries, the seventh lunar month, which often falls within August, is the time when the souls of our dearly departed leave the gates of hell to pay us a visit. During this period (for 2025, it starts on August 23 […] More
Love the idea and experience of international travel, but can’t stand how it messes up with your sleep—and plans—as soon as you reach your destination? Take your cue from the people who constantly deal with jet lag yet manage to bring honor and glory (not to mention medals and trophies) to their country and sport: […] More
Food poisoning may be associated with the hot summer months, given how bacteria thrive in oppressive temperatures. But in reality, consuming contaminated food and drink can happen anytime, anywhere—including at home. More
So you’re on a vacation—and apparently, so is your ability to poop. What is it about going on trips that suddenly make our bathroom habit so difficult and straining, even to the most regular among us? More
Atkins, South Beach, Keto, Master Cleanse: How many of us are still on these diets? If the answer is “none,” it’s no surprise. More
Experts refer to diabetes as a “silent killer”—an ominous label, for sure, but definitely not an exaggeration. Caused by chronic high blood sugar due to the inability of the body to use or produce insulin (the hormone that converts food to energy), diabetes can have no obvious symptoms for many years. When signs do appear, […] More
The news of the death of 48-year-old Taiwanese star Barbie Hsu, fondly remembered by Filipinos as Sancai of the 2000s hit TV series Meteor Garden, not only shocked fans around the country but also served as a stark reminder of the potential complications that can arise from even seemingly mild illnesses like the flu. More