It’s not easy to choose the healthier path nowadays
especially if you live in the big city. There are just so many temptations! New
food parks popping here and there, new cheese-loaded dishes that you just need
to try, and not to mention the colorful overly-sweet drinks that you need to
buy just because they’re so irresistibly Instagram-able (thank God I don’t like
sweets though so that’s minus one unhealthy snack for me).
After attending the I-Care: Health Symposium which our
organization, LIGHT, organized, I’ve
been more motivated to be mindful of my diet. I’m not saying I’m never eating
chips ever again, but it’s all about eating in moderation, having a bigger
healthy food portion, and being more mindful of the nutritional content of
whatever packed food I’d be eating.
My family has a history of scoliosis and osteoporosis, that’s
why I told myself to consume more calcium and what better way to start than to
try out milk that’s specifically formulated for women. Athena is especially
formulated to meet a woman’s special nutritional needs. It’s high in calcium, which is essential for
optimum bone health. It is also a source of Vitamins D and K, Magnesium and
Phosphorus – nutrients to help maintain strong bones. It’s also low in fat so we can enjoy beverage
without the risk of high caloric intake. And last, but not the least, it’s a source of anti-oxidants such as Vitamins
A & E and Zinc to help maintain healthy skin and promote optimum immune
function.
Athena comes in two flavors – Milk (180 grams – Php 130.00;
400 grams – Php 273.00) and Choco (180 grams – Php 130.00). Should you be
interested to give it a go, it’s available online at www.athena.com.ph
and in-store at Mercury Drugstore, Watsons, and Southstar.
Oh and there’s another product I would love to try out
(although it’s not intended for me, I think there’s no harm in consuming it,
right?). Crave Healthy is the first
snack product in the Philippines that is specifically designed for the pregnant
woman by doctors and nutritionists. Chips for pregnant women, amazing right? It’s
NUTRITIOUS because it contains
essential nutrients – Folic Acid, Iron, and Calcium that are critical for both
the mom and her growing baby. It also has reduced salt and just the right amount
of calories that give the pregnant woman that extra energy she needs daily. And
it’s DELICIOUS because it tastes just like regular chips. Crave Healthy is
currently available in Sweet Corn flavor and unlike other healthy
supplements/snacks, this one does not have any weird aftertaste.
Crave Healthy is Php 25.00 at 30 grams each. It’s available
online at www.cravehealthysnacks.com,
at select Med Express branches, and select Robinsons Supermarket outlets.
How about you, what are the small steps you’re taking to
leading a healthier lifestyle?
Good for you for being careful with your diet to prevent osteoporosis. I have also read that exercise really helps with that. My husband and I just switched to eating vegan. Fortunately, you can get enough calcium in just one teaspoon of sesame seeds. I love doing things that are good for me, don't you? Have a great rest of your week, Gelleesh!
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Thanks for that tip, Janea. Hope you're doing well too. 😊
DeleteI'm about to have surgery but I'm definitely making it a goal to start eating better and get more fit as well. I've let myself go since I haven't felt well and have been relying on food to make me happy. Bad, I know.
ReplyDeleteCheers to healthy choices. 👍
DeleteI like this idea. "Crave healthy". I feel like I'm always craving for unhealthy sweet foods.
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Same here. I'm trying to be mindful now though of what I eat. Checking the labels and all that.
DeleteThis is a good idea! ;)
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Its always the best time to get healthier, great post!
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Thank you Meg 😊
DeleteHi Gellie! :)
ReplyDeleteButi ka pa hindi mahilig sa sweets! Ako kasi sweet tooth, grabe. Anyway, pareho tayo na may history ng scolio and osteo, tas hindi pa ko mahilig sa milk :( So thanks for the reminder!! <3 I wonder if Crave Healthy has a variant for non preggy women? Hihi. Parang ang sarap! Plus healthy pa! :)
Hope to hear from you soon!
Love, Airish
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Kahit for preggy women siya I would still give it a try. Hehe. No harm naman maybe more nutritious pa nga siguro? Hehe
Deletewow! This looks so delicious. when I have free time, I wil make it. Thanks for sharing
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You're welcome 😊
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