Barlico Bagged the Asian Consumers’ Wellness Drink Gold Seal Award from NCAF

Barlico, the coffee substitute raved for its natural health benefits from the world’s healthiest food plants barley and chicory, has recently received the golden seal from National Consumers Affairs Foundation.  The golden seal has recognized Barlico as Asian Consumers’ Choice for Best Wellness Drink in its recently held 38th People’s Choice Global Peace Prize by Consumers Award Ceremony. 

“My team and I are beyond proud to have received the golden seal as Asian Consumers’ Choice for Best Wellness Drink. Ever since we introduced Barlico into the market, we have been determined to promote it as a wellness drink, so this is a milestone for Barlico, “ Sharmane Mulder, Barlico’s President and CEO noted. “This healthy brew brings out the superhero in you with its organic superpower health benefits.”

Barlico may have been popularly known as a coffee substitute, but this healthy drink is more than just that. It is made of barley grass from barley plant, which is among the earliest grown sweetgrass in the world that traces its history even before 5000 BC, popular among ancient Greeks and Romans. It’s been dubbed as “nature’s best fast food” attributing to its multidimensional health benefits.

Barley is a superfood loaded with  vitamins A, B1 (thiamine),  B2 (riboflavin),  B3 (niacin),  B6 folate, , as well as vitamin C (ascorbic acid), vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) and vitamin K (phylloquinone). It also boasts of electrolytes such as phosphorous, magnesium and potassium, along with other essential minerals such as calcium, zinc and iron.  Barley is also a provider of powerful antioxidants, essential amino acids, and beneficial enzymes. It also supplies valuable fiber to the body and does not offer any harmful cholesterol.

Barley is one of the most widely consumed cereal grains in the world, with powers to help neutralize the effects of oxygen free radicals produced during energy metabolism. The protective action in barley against these radicals prevents the development of a wide array of diseases caused by oxidative stress, making Barlico an amazing antioxidant and detoxifying drink. 

Aside from barley, one cup of Barlico contains healthy superpowers from chicory.  Chicory is a woody, herbaceous plant close to lettuce and cabbage that originated in Europe. It has always been regarded for its wealth of health benefits with similar flavors and aroma of coffee. The chicory in Barlico makes a perfect treat in replacement of coffee, without actually getting the bad effects of coffee such as palpitation, stomach upset and acidity.  Chicory in Barlico also helps ease digestive problems, as well as significantly improves the balance of blood and plasma in the body, which reduces the chances of cardiovascular diseases.

Hassle-Free Healthy Lifestyle With Barlico The Healthy Brew

Balancing career, social life and family responsibilities in a fast-paced setting can make it almost impossible for us to maintain a healthy lifestyle. With Barlico, you can have superfood and wellness benefits in a cup, hassle-free.  It is available in different variants that can surely satisfy your taste preference.  Barlico Cappuccino tastes like your favorite mildly sweetened designer coffee, while Barlico Non-Dairy Creamer and Sugar has the perfect desirable brew taste. Barlico Hot Chocolate is a good offering for the kids, only it is a lot healthier than your regular choco drink as it is sweet veggies in a cup.

“Barlico is also ideal for mothers, pregnant and nursing women, as its organic ingredients are excellent for breasfeeding. This just proves how safe and healthy Barlico wellness drink is,“ Sharmane Mulder added. “It is so awe-inspiring for us that Asian consumers are starting to take notice of how beneficial Barlico is to one’s health and wellness, and this gold seal award made us aware that we are achieving our vision in contributing to people’s wellness and health through our products.”

Barlico Instant Coffee Substitutes Granules are priced at Php 80.00, 3-in-1 at Php 80.00, Chocolate is at Php 120.00 and Cappucino at Php 110.00. Barlico is available in select stores and supermarkets nationwide.

For store locations and more information on how you can buy Barlico, visit and like its official Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/pg/barlicophilippines or visit its official website http://www.barlico.ph. 

Century Medical

As a woman who's experiencing a lot of medical conditions, it is a welcome news that a one‐stop, outpatient medical-IT facility that houses highly‐credentialed medical, wellness and alternative medicine practitioners; as well as ancillary and allied paramedical service providers, is now available in the Philippines! The place is called Century Medical Makati.

It's going to be easier for women my age to just go in one place rather than go to different clinics in different places, considering the traffic in the Metro.

Although this event is by Big Difference, I'd like to say, thanks to my friend, Joy Mendiola of Occasions of Joy, for tagging me along for this event. It was worth my one half day leave from the office.

Services include, Ambulance Transfer Service will be coordinated with neighboring tertiary hospitals through the leading ambulance service provider in Metro Manila, delivering comprehensive critical care service through fully-equipped mobile units with highly-trained and appropriate staff.

The facility’s Concierge Care is a complimentary service available to all patients and guests, and designed to address non-clinical needs. From transportation to information requests and room services, our guest relations team has patient satisfaction as their priority.

Centuria Medical Makati, as a PEZA-accredited building, will be equipped with an electronically- integrated interface and will have the latest technological provisions such as fiber optic cabling and internet telephony

The facility is outfitted with the latest closed circuit television and recording technology (CCTV) at key areas which are monitored 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

They offer compliant disposal of medical wastes, sharps, hazardous wastes, and pharmaceuticals with DENR-accredited partners. Their policies and procedures assure the use of techniques that will prevent the contamination of waste materials.

They have complimentary service available to all patients and guests, and designed to address non-clinical needs. From transportation to information requests and room services, our guest relations team has patient satisfaction as their priority.

Guest Suites

Exclusive and luxurious hotel-style suites are available for patients who wish to spend extra time to recover from their medical procedures. All rooms are private and fully-furnished in order to create a unique healing environment for patients. Aftercare services include around-the-clock assistance, and choice recovery meals.

Pharmaceutical services will be provided by the largest and most comprehensive 24-hour drugstore in the country. They will offer an array of quality and affordable prescription and non-prescription drugs, personal care products, as well as general merchandise. The pharmacy will be easily accessible and will be in continuous coordination with Centuria Medical’s healthcare providers to ensure a safe and timely delivery of medicines and supplies. 

Centuria Medical Makati brings first-class and personalized health care programs that will optimize the overall wellbeing of its patients. Patients are provided with comprehensive health and fitness assessments that will evaluate their health status, and ultimately improve their quality of life.

The center will put into focus the promotive and preventive aspects of health by increasing awareness among patients, encouraging positive behavioral changes and supporting that platform by offering the best possible environment.

Taking into consideration a patient’s unique medical history and physical examination, basic wellness and screening packages will be tailored to fit each individual’s personal health and wellness needs.

Asian Breast Center

The breast center is a specialty clinic that prides itself as a fully equipped, one-stop specialty unit for the management of conditions of the breast. The clinic provides a holistic, comprehensive and multi-disciplinary approach to breast care, which includes prevention, screening, diagnosis and treatment.

Services offered by the center include those for early breast cancer treatment, diagnostic modalities and supportive care:

Early Breast Cancer Treatment

Consultation

Medical Oncology

Radiation Oncology

Minor Breast Surgeries

Breast Reconstruction

Diagnostic Modalities

Digital Mammography

Breast Ultrasound

Scintigraphy and Biopsy (Fine-Needle Aspiration Biopsy, Core Needle Biopsy, Excision Biopsy, Vacuum-Assisted Biopsy, Image-Guided Biopsy)

Contact: (+63) 2 793 8635; ask.abc@asianbreastcenter.com

Schedule: Monday to Saturday; 8:00AM to 5:00PM

Peregrine Eye and Laser Institute

The Eye and Laser Center in Centuria Medical Makati is a comprehensive ophthalmic diagnostic facility, providing world-class eye care and cutting edge technology in the field of visual medicine. The expertise of its internationally trained and renowned consultant staff is complementary to its mission to provide excellent patient care through the following services:

Comprehensive Eye Examination

Glaucoma Treatment

Cataract Treatment

Laser Refractive Surgery

Oculoplastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Neuro-Ophthalmology Treatment

Uveitis Treatment

Pediatric Eye Care

Vitreo Retina Management

Exclusive and luxurious hotel-style suites are available for patients who wish to spend extra time to recover from their medical procedures. All rooms are private and fully-furnished in order to create a unique healing environment for patients. Aftercare services include around-the-clock assistance, and choice recovery meals.

Upon the direction of attending physicians, private duty nurses are available on request.

HP is a pioneer in the laboratory and diagnostic industry, providing precise and top quality healthcare for patients through advanced technology and unsurpassed service at affordable prices. The facility will be furnished with state-of-the-art computerized equipment, which allow highly-trained, licensed medical professionals to conduct integrated and fully automated diagnostic examinations.

Contact: (+63) 2 793 8623; hpcenturia@hi-precision.com.ph

Schedule: Monday to Saturday; 7:30AM to 4:30PM

Keeping to its promise of globality, Centuria Medical Makati (CMM) guarantees a wide array of clinical care centers that cater to each and every patient’s medical need. The centers at CMM include:

The Urgent Care Clinic is a dedicated 24-hour primary center that focuses on the provision of ambulatory care for those whose injuries and illnesses are serious, but not gravely so as to require an emergency hospital visit. Patients receive prompt and personalized attention from the clinic’s team of urgent care specialists and competent caregivers.

Services provided by the clinic include but are not limited to the following:

Initial Treatment of Minor Conditions (such as cough and colds, headaches, fever, abdominal pain, dizziness etc.)

Basic Wound Care for Less Sever Bumps, Cuts and Abrasions

Routine Vaccination and Immunization

Occupational Health Concerns

Preventive Screening of Lifestyle Diseases

Annual Physical Examinations

Referral to Specialist Care

Schedule: Monday to Sunday 24/7

The Surgery Center

The outpatient day surgical center is a modern and cutting-edge facility that aims to provide a more convenient alternative to traditional surgery, including those for diagnostic and preventive procedures. The center is furnished with comfortable operating rooms and advanced medical equipment which aids in the delivery of operating surgical procedures across a wide range of specialties, including:

Cosmetic Surgery ( Facial Enhancements, Scar Removals and Repair, Hair Replacement, Body Contouring)

Dermatology (Skin Rejuvenation, Laser Treatments,  Microdermabrasion)

ENT-HNS (Polyp Removal, Hearing Aid Placement)

Gastroenterology (Outpatient Bariatric Surgery, Colonoscopy, Endoscopy)

General Surgery (Cyst Removal, Biopsies, Fistula Repairs)

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (Cleft Lip repairs, Breast Reconstruction, Flap Procedures)

OB-GYN (Colposcopy, Hysteroscopy, Laparoscopic  Techniques)

Ophthalmology (LASIK, Cataract Surgery)

Orthopedics (Bone Fixations and Reductions)

Urology (ESWL, Catheter Placement)

Procedures will be done by highly-skilled, board certified surgeons that work in tandem with a team of anesthesiologists, internists, psychiatrists, nutritionist and other allied medical professionals to ensure the best possible results for patients in a safe, comfortable and confidential environment.

Century City Kalayaan Ave. cor. Salamanca St.,

 Brgy, Makati, Metro Manila

Phone: (02) 793 8606

Bambini Baby Cologne

Bambini Baby Cologne is introduced in 2016. Last week, at Glorietta Activity Center, Cosmetique Asia Corporation continuously develops and innovated products to address the needs of its consumers by introducing their Brand Ambassadors, Iya Villania and her son Primo.

Fun games and activities were prepared by the brand that entertaine both kids and parents.

The event had fun-filled activities for all guests and shoppers

Moonstar88 at The Square

The Square, Lancaster New City’s mall and community activity center, is greeting the summer with a smile with its Happy Summer Carnival this month.

To celebrate the Carnival’s opening, The Square is kicking off the summer celebrations with a special concert featuring OPM favorite Moonstar88. The band is celebrating the 18th anniversary of their hit song, "Torete", which has serenaded lonely souls for almost two decades now. Their signature songs will take on a new vibe with the accompaniment of a 12-piece orchestra, known as the Metro Manila Concert Orchestra, which is truly something to watch out for.

“This event is tailored to make the mall a place for music, exciting sights, food, and shopping. Simply put, we want The Square to be everyone's happy place,” said Julian Sison, The Square’s marketing manager.

As the community's recreation and events place, The Square boasts an open space it calls the Central Greens, which serves as the stage for pocket events for special occasions such as Mother's Day, Father's Day, Christmas, and many more all throughout the year.

Want in on this one-time music experience on March 10? Redeem PhP200-worth of purchases from any store in The Square Mall from March 1 to 10, 2018. Redemption booths will be at the lobby area, one near the ATMs and another one by the Happy Summer Carnival arc.

Good shopping, good music, good happy feels all over. Pretty good way to get the summer going, don’t you think?

For inquiries, please contact: Mr. RJ Utrera, Events Supervisor at 0917-621-1093

What Women Want at SM MOA Celebration of International Women's Day

It was an entertaining and fashionable afternoon as SM MOA celebrated International Women's Day with its 'What Women Want" fashion show featuring the latest trends by SM Woman.

Ms. Maegan Young graced the event, who at the same time was the cover model for SM Magazines March issue.

This season, SM Supermalls and SM WOMAN invite mallgoers to an extra special Women’s Month with SM’s World of Women celebration in 68 malls nationwide. Announced at a media launch in SM Mall of Asia, SM unboxes fun and exciting activities to thank and empower all women to shop and enjoy great deals on their favorite items!
Fun events this month include the much-awaited Women’s Sale on all Wednesdays of March, where ladies can get up to 70% off on exclusive deals and fabulous finds every week of the month. While beauty junkies can go on a beauty spree for discounts and bundles on beauty must-haves, ladies can also indulge in pampering promos from beauty and wellness stores. There is also the Ladies’ Wellness Camp for tips and hacks from style gurus on wellness, nutrition, and fitness.
What’s new this season is the digital promo of SM Supermalls for everyone who wants to make a mark in the wonderful #WorldofWomenAtSM! In collaboration with renowned photographer Niccolo Cosme of Headshot Clinic, this project celebrates empowered females who have made a difference in the lives of Filipinos through their chosen advocacies.
SM Supermalls is on the lookout for beautiful, strong, confident, fierce, and driven women who believe, support, and empower other women, standing tall amidst all challenges that come their way. Women from all ages, sizes, shapes, background, and profession are encouraged to join this women empowerment movement for a chance to win stunning prizes! Plus, winners will each receive a power portrait taken by Niccolo Cosme that will be showcased through an exhibit at SM Megamall on March 22. Visit www.smsupermalls.com to know more.

I'm also very lucky as I got a chance to have free styling session with Ms. Anne Bella

SM really has it all, for every shape of every women.

Til next time!

PERCIA

Davies ColorGram at SM North

Imagine living in a place full of color, with bright hues of yello, blue, orange, green and more. Then take beautiful photos that you can share in your social networking sites.  Well, that's just what you can do at Davies ColorGram at SM North, located at The Block and Annex Cyberzone L4.

Inspired by the music videos of OK GO, spend the day with your friends and family and have an instagrammable worthy photo too.  Colorgram is available for everyone to enjoy until March 22.

 

ASUS X407 and ASUS X507

Presenting the newest compact and lightweight premium notebooks from ASUS, ASUS X407 and X507,  as it was officially launched by ASUS Philippines yesterday at The Fashion Hall of SM Megamall.

My camera and cellphone ran out of battery before the event started. Thanks to my friend, Joy of Occasions of Joy for the photos used in this post.

Compact and lightweight laptops feature up to a 7th Generation Intel Core i7 CPU, dual-storage design, slim NanoEdge display bezel, and fingerprint login. They’re powered by up to a 7th Generation Intel® Core™ i7 processor and NVIDIA® GeForce®MX110 discrete graphics, and feature a dual-storage design with a 1TB HDD and pairable with an M.2 SSD. The X407 and X507 have a super thin NanoEdge display with a slim bezel for an immersive viewing experience. Both feature a fingerprint sensor for quick and easy logins with Windows Hello. Despite its large display, X507 is extremely portable, with an overall weight of just 1.68kg. The 14" version, ASUS X407, weighs just 1.42kg.

The ASUS X407 and X507 is a perfect device for people who are looking for a notebook that offers great performance, portability, premium design without hurting your wallet.

Both X407 and X507 are designed for daily computing and entertainment. These Windows 10 laptops also support new and exciting Windows features including Cortana with voice recognition, allowing the user to wake the device from sleep mode simply by saying the “Hey, Cortana” command. For maximum convenience and compatibility, X507 includes a USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A port, two USB 2.0 ports, an HDMI port and a microSD card reader, as well as 2x2 802.11ac Wi-Fi and Bluetooth® 4.2, despite coming in an ultrathin form factor. Both laptops support fast charging, requiring only 49 minutes to charge a near-flat battery to 60%. In addition, ASUS SuperBattery technology ensures a 3X-longer battery lifespan compared to traditional laptop batteries. X407 and X507 feature a Full HD NanoEdge display with a slim bezel for an immersive viewing experience. The narrow bezel design provides a larger screen area, while 178° wide-view technology enables viewing from extreme angles without any color shift, making it perfect for sharing content with friends and colleagues. For a 15.6” laptop, X507 is extremely compact and portable — with a thin 21.9mm profile and an overall weight of just 1.68kg. Meanwhile, the 14” X407 weighs just 1.42kg. They are available in a choice of Star Grey or Icicle Gold finishes. Moreover, with a thin 7.1mm bezel and 73.8% screen-to-body ratio, the NanoEdge display on X407 provides you with more screen area for more immersive viewing.

Despite being entry-level laptops, X407 and X507 both have a built-in fingerprint sensor for quick and easy logins with Windows Hello. With each fingerprint being unique, it’s a more secure way of ensuring user profiles and data stay safe. A 360° recognition function ensures accurate scanning, even if the user’s hand is wet.

X407 and X507 feature a Tru2Life Video makes any video look amazing. Through intelligent algorithms, it optimizes the sharpness and contrast of every pixel in every frame by 150% to produce incredibly vivid and realistic visuals; while Splendid display technology optimizes imagery to provide richer, deeper and more accurate colors.

X407 and X507 feature exclusive software and technologies including ASUS Tru2Life Video, ASUS Splendid and ASUS SonicMaster-enhanced audio. SonicMaster audio technology — co-developed by the ASUS Golden Ear team — delivers the most incredible sound ever heard on a laptop, thanks to its innovative combination of hardware and software.

The ASUS X407 and X507 will be available in the Philippines by third week of March and the price starts at PHP 27,995 and is going to be exclusively sold in Lazada Philippines but will be available nationwide to all ASUS authorized dealers and resellers by April 2018. Please contact your local ASUS representative for further information.

https://www.asus.com/ph/

ASUS PH Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/ASUSph

ASUS PH Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/ASUSph

ASUS PH Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ASUSph

Til next time!
PERCIA

www.occasionsofjoy.com

Bosley Professional Strength Scalp and Hair Care

Although I'm blessed with genes that is not affected by this problem, ageing men and women is widely affected by loss of hair or thinning hair.  Hair quality and distribution change considerably from one person to another. Other factors that can affect thinning hair  is because of some health conditions. 

I've got friends, both male and female, who are already suffering from hair loss. It's great that I joined my wife Joy of Occasions of Joy at Elevation Salon, located at Jannov Building in Chino Roces Ave., Makati City. I got to try Bosley Professional Strength Scalp and Hair Care Products that offers comprehensive solutions for thicker, fuller and healthier-looking hair.

BOS-RENEW SCALP MICRO-DERMABRATION

(Exclusively available in-salon treatment)

I'm highly recommending you try this microdermabration at Elevation Salon because it really is worth the trip to Makati. The minty, cooling effect of Bosley, BOS-RENEW SCALP MICRO-DERMABRATION, took away months of stress. I'm not kidding.

Best to visit the salon and have your Bosley scalp and hair treatment with your better half, like what Joy and I did, because it's one way of strengthening not just your hair but also your bond as a couple. 

Call Elevation to schedule your micro-dermabration at 830-3030.

MOISTURE MASQUE

STRENGTHENING MASQUE

With Jello, Carol and Tony of Eiskin