How to Make Your Home a More Entertaining Place

     Modern homes are much more than places to shelter and rest. They’ve become a place to be entertained and to entertain other people such as family members and friends. When it comes to entertainment features in a modern home, the only limitation is your imagination. The latest technologies and home entertainment-related products give home owners a wide range of options which were not available for previous generations. These are some popular ways to make your home a more entertaining place to spend your time in. 

How to Make Your Home a More Entertaining Place

Create a Games Room

     If you have the space in your home, converting one of your rooms is the ideal way to create an area dedicated to all types of entertainment. These rooms can be filled with a wide range of traditional game room equipment such as pool tables, dart boards and much more. More modern gaming products could also be added for the gamers in your home such as gaming systems, consoles and gaming chairs. Finally, this room could also be used as an alternative room to watch TV, listen to music and relax.

Install High Speed Broadband

     The internet is playing a bigger role in all of our lives including the way we spend our free time. Installing a fast internet solution such as AT&T U-verse in San Francisco gives a home owner many more options when it comes to the entertainment they have access to. You can choose bundle options that let you view hundreds of HD TV channels, play games, use the internet more effectively and much more.

Install a Bar

     This is an entertainment feature for the adults in your home. If you entertain friends and family on a regular basis, a bar is a feature which makes it much easier to host these get-togethers. Having a specific area to relax and drink your favorite beverages is a much more organized way to host guests rather than using different areas of your home.

Make Your Patio and Garden More Entertaining

     Home owners are not restricted to entertaining indoors. Patios and gardens are the perfect places to relax and entertain others, especially during warmer months of the year. However, these outdoor areas need to have certain features which make them more welcoming and comfortable for you, your family and your guests. 

     Adding features like outdoor furniture, outdoor heating systems, barbeque grills and outdoor bars are just some of the ways you can transform the outside of your home. If you have the space outside and the budget, a pool adds even more to the outside area of a home.

     Most people live busy lives, trying to balance work and family life. There are times when you simply want to take your mind off things at home. Having a home that includes a wide range of entertainment features is the perfect way to do this without having to leave your home. Adding the entertainment features mentioned above also makes your home a much better place to entertain other people including young and old individuals.

Feature: HP Desk Jet Ink Advantage 3635 All-in-One Printer

     After all the expenses we had last holiday season, now is the time to cut them down and save for the essential and important things that we need everyday. I can say that saving money for gadgets and accessories that we really use especially in paperwork needs of the family. My son Kenzo has paperwork needs for his school projects and when we say paperwork, we need to produce something printed that will be submitted for school projects.

     As a mom, important things like this matters most that's why I will invest in something that will help me and my son meet the demands of school and work. Education is an investment too so I also need to invest in school essentials that will lessen my efforts of doing paperworks outside the house. Our friends from HP sent and all-in-one printer for me to try. This is the HP Desk Jet Ink Advantage 3635. I'm so thankful for this because having a printer at home will really lessen the hassles of going outside the house to print school projects. Not only that, this printer is copier and scanner too, talk about advantage of having this printer at home! Feature of HP Desk Jet Ink Advantage 3635 and why you must consider having this printer from HP below :)

HP Desk Jet Ink Advantage 3635

Having and HP Desk Jet Ink Advantage 3635 at home will ensure you these things:

• Value for money!
• With HP, mommies can make sure that paperwork needs at home are conveniently met with low-cost cartridges, seamless printing with the quiet mode, instant access through wireless connection.
• If we have our own printer at home, we are at peace that our gadgets (USB/hard drive) are protected against viruses that can be present in computer shops. 
• Last minute printing will be no problemo since we can use the printer any time of the day. If we don't have a printer at home, I guess we will be cramming the last minute and look for open computer shop. 
• Having a printer at home also encourages kids to be more creative as most of the home works nowadays entail internet reference and various formats that need to be manipulated with ease using your own machines. 
• Mom’s can also save money on ink if they own a printer at home because you can control the settings (draft mode). This can be more beneficial compared to a shop’s standard and more expensive printing costs. All the printing, scanning, and photocopying in your own hands!

Feature: HP Desk Jet Ink Advantage 3635 All-in-One Printer

    Should you wish to own an HP DeskJet 3635 Ink Advantage All-in-One Printer, here are the specifications that you need to be informed with and understand so that you'll be armed on how to use your HP Printer once you have it. It is very important to at least have a grasp of the basics when it comes to buying a printer because a printer will not work alone. 

Specifications for HP DeskJet 3635 Ink Advantage All-in-One Printer

Feature: HP Desk Jet Ink Advantage 3635 All-in-One Printer

What’s in the box: HP DeskJet 3635 All-in-One Printer; HP 680 Black Ink Cartridge (~480 pages); HP 680 Tri-colour Ink Cartridge, Software CD, Setup Poster, Power Cord, USB cable.

AIO functions: Wireless, Print, Scan and Copy 

Print:

• Technology HP Thermal Inkjet 
• Speed1 Black: Up to 20 ppm (draft, A4); Up to 8.5 ppm (ISO, laser-comparable); Colour: Up to 16 ppm (draft, A4); Up to 6 ppm (ISO, laser-comparable) 
• Resolution Black (best): Up to 1200 x 1200 rendered dpi; Colour (best): Up to 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi colour (when printing from a computer on selected HP photo papers and 1200 input dpi) 
• Languages HP PCL 3 GUI; PCLm (HP Apps/UPD); URF (AirPrint) 
• Borderless printing Yes, up to 210 x 297 mm (A4) 
• Energy savings feature technology HP Auto-Off Technology 
• Wireless capability Yes 
• HP ePrint capability Yes 
• HP Auto wireless connect Yes 
• Mobile printing capability3 Features wireless direct and local Wi-Fi connectivity to enable mobile printing via Apple AirPrint™ as well as other solutions. Supports printing from most smartphones and tablets using these operating systems: Android, iOS, Blackberry, Symbian, Windows 8, Windows RT. 

Scan:

• Technology Contact Image Sensor (CIS) 
• Resolution Hardware: Up to 1200 x 1200 dpi; Optical: Up to 1200 dpi 
• Max scanning size Flatbed: 216 x 297 mm 
• Input modes Scanning via HP Photosmart Software 
• Twain version Version 1.9 
• Grayscale levels 256 
• File format pdf, bmp, jpg, gif, tif, tif, png 

Copy:

• Speed2 
• Black: Up to 5 cpm (laser-comparable); Colour: Up to 3.5 cpm (laser-comparable) 
• Resolution Black (text and Graphics): Up to 600 x 300 dpi; Colour (text and graphics): Up to 600 x 300 dpi 
• Max copies Up to 9 copies 

Display: 7 segment + icon LCD 

Media: 

• Duplex print options Manual (driver support provided) 
• Duty cycle (monthly, A4) Up to 1,000 pages 
• Recommended monthly volume Up to 100 to 250 pages 
• Supported sizes A4; B5; A6; DL envelope 
• Recommended weights 75 g/m² 
• Supported weights A4: 60 to 90 g/m²; HP envelopes: 75 to 90 g/m²; HP cards: up to 200 g/m²; HP 10 x 15 cm photo paper: up to 300 g/m² Types Plain paper, photo paper, brochure paper, envelopes and other specialty inkjet papers 
• Paper handling 60-sheet input tray, 25-sheet output tray 

Memory: Integrated memory 

Operating system compatibility: Windows® 8.1, Windows® 8, Windows® 7; OS X v10.8 Mountain Lion, OS X v10.9 Mavericks, OS X v10.10 Yosemite 

Minimum system requirements:
PC: Microsoft® Windows® 8.1, 8, 7: 1 GHz 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) processor, 2 GB available hard disk space, CD-ROM/DVD drive or Internet connection, USB port, Microsoft® Internet Explorer. Windows Vista®: 800 MHz 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) processor, 2 GB available hard disk space, CD-ROM/DVD drive or Internet connection, USB port, Microsoft® Internet Explorer 8. Windows® XP SP3 or higher (32-bit only): any Intel® Pentium® II, Celeron® or 233 MHz compatible processor ,850 MB available hard disk space, CD-ROM/DVD drive or Internet connection, USB port, Microsoft® Internet Explorer 8; 
Mac: OS X v10.8 Mountain Lion, OS X v10.9 Mavericks, OS X v10.10 Yosemite; 1 GB HD; Internet; USB 

Connectivity: 

• Connectivity 1 Hi-Speed USB 2.0 
• Network ready Standard (built-in WiFi 802.11b/g/n) 

Dimension: (W x D x H) 438 x 310 x 158 mm 

Weight:4.17 Kg 

Environmental: Operating environment 

• Recommended operating temperature range: 15 to 30° C; Storage temperature range:-40 to 60° C; Recommended operating humidity range: 20 to 80% RH Acoustics Acoustic power emissions: 6.0 B(A); 
• Acoustic pressure emissions: 47 dB 

Power specifications: 

• Power supply type: Internal; 
• Power supply required: Input voltage 100 to 240 VAC (+/- 10%), 50/60 Hz (+/- 3 Hz). High voltage: Input voltage 200 to 240 VAC (+/- 10%), 50/60 Hz (+/- 3Hz); 
• Power consumption:4 10 watts maximum, 0.07 watts (Off), 2.1 watts (Standby), 0.88 watt (Sleep) 

Warranty:
One-year limited hardware warranty; 24-hour, 7 days a week support Specifications for HP DeskJet 3635 Ink Advantage All-in-One Printer 

Price: 4,499.00

Feature: HP Desk Jet Ink Advantage 3635 All-in-One Printer

     I can't wait to share with you my experience using this printer. I'll be unboxing HP Desk Jet Ink Advantage 3635 All-in-One Printer on my next post so stay tuned for that. Actually, this will be our second HP printer. The first one that we have is a hand-me-down HP printer that still works good up to this day. My thoughts about this new printer and recommendations on how to maximize HP Desk Jet Ink Advantage 3635 All-in-One Printers's features soonest!

Do you own a printer at home? If you're an HP printer user, kindly comment your experience below.

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Valentine’s Day and the Long-Distance Relationship

     There’s no beating around the bush—long-distance relationships can be very tough. One of the hardest parts of loving someone from afar is not being able to spend the holidays together, and this is most obvious on the holiday dedicated to love—Valentine’s Day. No matter if you began dating a few months ago or if you’ve been in this relationship for the long haul, there’s no reason you can’t give this holiday (and your sweetheart) the attention they deserve. Whether you’re 200 miles apart or 2,000, these ideas will ensure that you and your Valentine still enjoy this occasion to the fullest.

Valentine’s Day and the Long-Distance Relationship

Dinner over Facetime

     To put it simply, technology is amazing. While you might not be able to head to restaurant hand in hand, you can still enjoy a great meal together. Order out (and make sure you get the same types of food to make this date feel as authentic as possible), buy some sweet treats, then set up your computer at the table. Once you’re ready to eat, Facetime each other and devour your meals while enjoying each other’s company. It’s the next best thing to actually being there, and you can even make it more romantic by lighting a few candles and re-plating on—gasp—real plates, instead of just eating from the takeout container.

Surprise Gifts

     Thanks to the influx of online ordering systems that now saturate our lives, getting a gift to your honey is easier than ever before, and you can pretty much find anything you need. If your sweetheart is addicted to video games, you can send an awesome subscription box from Arcade Block. This gamer-approved box comes with collectible items, t-shirts, and specialty surprises that you won’t find anywhere else. Maybe you want to go more old school with your gift. Sending a bouquet is sure to bring a smile to their face, and the vibrant petals will brighten up their entire week. You can easily order online for Valentine’s Day delivery and select whether you want to surprise them at home or at the office for a more public display that will have them happily blushing. Is your sweetheart a sucker for chocolate? Get them an order of fresh out of the oven cookies from The Cravory and have it dropped at their desk for a midday snack that will have all of their office mates salivating in their chairs. 

Take it Old School

     You can really tug at their heartstrings this Valentine’s Day by going old-fashioned and penning a beautiful love letter that they will read over and over again. Pull out that thesaurus, and write out your most sincere of sentiments. It’s not really the words that count, but the feelings behind them. You’ll be amazed at how easily the words flow once you get started, and your honey is sure to be blown away by your efforts to express how much they mean to you. Avoid sending your letter electronically; there’s nothing like the excitement of receiving an honest to goodness envelope in the mailbox and reading the handwriting of your favorite person in the whole world.

Make Some Plans

     So you can’t spend this holiday together, but you can get excited about plans for the future. Maybe spend an evening on the phone or over Skype planning a trip for later in the year. You can scour Skyscanner.net for the best deals out of your cities, buy some plane tickets, and feel the bubbling excitement of when you next get to see them. Anticipation is half the fun, after all! 

Watch a Movie Together

     If the two of you are film buffs, you’ve no doubt tried to watch movies together before. It can be a tough task to sync up your start and stop times, and if you’ve ever felt the frustration of being just a few seconds off of each other’s progress in the film, you’re not alone. Instead of relying on the “Okay, press play now!” you can use Gaze. This awesome website will automatically sync your screen with your partner’s, and one control will help you stop and start the film on both of your computers. Never again will you laugh at a joke that hasn’t happened on their end yet—that’s a Valentine’s Day gift any long-distance couple can get behind. 

     It’s definitely tough to be away from the person you love most on Valentine’s Day, but you two can make the best of your situation by incorporating these fun and loving tips to make sure the holiday is as enjoyable as possible.

New Year, New You with Kilo Off!

     Hi dearies! It's time to reach those fitness goals and 'balik alindog' program this 2016 the safe and healthy way with Kilo Off! This weight loss brand from France will get your slimming plans back on track. I know some of you are having a hard time losing those extra pounds you've gained last holiday season and prolly you are tired of doing the old formula or routine that you've done in the past to lose weight.

     Well, here's a new product that will help you lose weight- Kilo Off. I presume you are already intrigued what this product do to your body aside from shedding those extra pounds. But before I proceed, I want to encourage all of you to try this product in conjunction with healthy diet and exercise because losing weight and maintaining it is a lifestyle that you have to do for the rest of your life. More about Kilo Off products and highlights of the grand launch below :)

New Year, New You with Kilo Off!

     I was invited to the grand launch of Kilo Off last January 21 at Earth Kitchen in BGC. It's an inspiring event because we were taught on how to achieve The "New Year, New You" mantra that 's been a struggle for some especially if weight loss is the number one priority to the 'achievement unlock' list every year.

New Year, New You with Kilo Off!

     If you always struggle or fail in your fitness goals, why don't you reformulate the plan? There are so many ways to lose weight and all we have to do is to make it fun and easy so that we don't get boring with the routine that we do everyday. During the event, Kilo Off team also invited individuals to share with us the basics of weight loss. Here are their recommendations:

• Perform high-intensity interval workouts that require less time instead of staying long hours in the gym dong repetitive workouts that tends to get boring and straining to your muscles.
• You can also detour from rote gym routines by taking fun fitness classes you'll have a blast doing, such as indoor cycling to music, or hip hop boxing. 
• Your diet doesn't have to be tasteless, too as you can opt for a diet service that provides calorie-counted, yet tasty meals.
• And lastly, regular exercise and a healthier diet also needs some help from other factors like taking dietary supplements that will boosts your way in reaching your fitness journey. Kilo Off is a line of all- natural weight loss drinks made in France that aids weight watchers to achieving their goal weight and staying trim the natural, fast, effective, and safe way. 

New Year, New You with Kilo Off!

Kilo Off promises the following:

• Safe weight loss
• Burning of fats
• Loss of excess water and toxins
• A flatter stomach
• Curbed food cravings
• Support in healthy weight maintenance
• This tasty option to slimming comes in three forms you can choose from:

New Year, New You with Kilo Off!
L-R: Kilo Off Liquid Drinks (SRP 895/bottle), Kilo Off 24 Capsule (SRP 850/box), Kilo Off Powder Drink (SRP 995/Box of 10)

1. Kilo Off Powder Drink (SRP 995/Box of 10) provides a global action as it helps burn fat, reduce cravings, increase metabolism, and gives you a flat stomach. 

• Best taken as a treat before breakfast or exercise, the Kilo Off powder drink is a flavored powder juice meant to supplement your diet and workout, and provide a 4-in-1 action (Burn fat, curb cravings, increase metabolism, keep a flat stomach). 
• Dissolve one pack in a glass of water, and drink after 10 seconds. 
• This is perfect for mobile individuals with a bottle of water ready at all times—make sure you have enough to fit one glass, dissolve Kilo Off into your bottle, and drink away! 
• What’s more is it comes with a booklet with expert information about nutrition and weight loss, the recommended schedules and amounts of dosages, and even a healthy meal plan and a quiz that will help you find out what kind of eater you are so you can adjust your habits and plan your daily grub ahead.
• Powder Drink Active Ingredients: 12 Active Ingredients (Green Tea and Coffee extracts to burn fat; Cherry Stalk and Orange Peel extracts to drain excess water and toxins; Pineapple and Papaya extracts to keep a flat stomach; Citrus and Apple Pectins to reduce cravings).

New Year, New You with Kilo Off!Kilo Off Powder Drink (SRP 995/Box of 10)
provides a global action as it helps burn fat, reduce cravings, increase metabolism, and gives you a flat stomach.

2. Kilo Off 24 Capsule (SRP 850/box) - for fat burning

• Meant to slim you down and provide a 24- hour fat- burning effect. 
• Down 1-2 capsules before meals, and take four capsules maximum for a day when weight loss is an urgent need. 
• Compared to the powder drink, this capsule is more focused on burning fat. 
• Opt for this capsule form if you need to lose weight quicker.
• Capsule active Ingredients: Pepper, Fennel, and Green Tea extracts to burn fat; Coriander to improve digestion.

New Year, New You with Kilo Off!Kilo Off 24 Capsule (SRP 850/box)
for fat burning

3. Kilo Off Liquid Drink (SRP 895/bottle) ORANGE BOTTLE- aids in digestion and give you a flat while the PURPLE BOTTLE helps drain burn fat

• A bottle cap-full is perfect to drink as is or mixed with water. 
• A set of two drinks, one of each is to be taken before breakfast and either lunch of dinner. 
• Each drink performs a specific set of tasks: the purple liquid, to burn fat and drain water, while the orange liquid contains fiber that aids in digestion. 
• Drink this for a more concentrated amount of active ingredients.
• Liquid Drink Active Ingredients: Orange Bottle- Rhubarb, Acacia, and Tamarind facilitate digestion and help relieve a swollen stomach; Purple Bottle- Gurana, Green Coffee, and Grape Marc help burn fat.

New Year, New You with Kilo Off!
 Kilo Off Liquid Drink (SRP 895/bottle)
ORANGE BOTTLE- aids in digestion and give you a flat while the PURPLE BOTTLE helps drain burn fat

     As what I have said in my intro above, it is still advisable to use Kilo Off together with healthy diet so you're ensured to achieve your fitness goals and get that healthy body that you'd be proud to flaunt all year round! Thank you so much Kilo Off for having me. I learned a lot about fitness, nutrition and of course what can Kilo Off do to have a new body this new year :)

New Year, New You with Kilo Off!
Ms. Gizelle Sanchez with Kilo Off marketing team

    Kilo Off is manufactured by Laboratories Vitarmonyl in France, is BFAD- approved, and possesses natural ingredients unseen in similar weight loss supplements to ensure a healthier route to weight loss. Kilo Off is exclusively available in selected Watsons branches nationwide. 

For more information about Kilo OFF

Like them on Facebook: KiloOff.Ph 

Follow them on Istagram: @kilo_off

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96% of women lost weight up to 15lbs. maximum loss over a 20 day period based on Efficacy Study no. 2204 conducted in France over 20 days of usage; Kilo Off is Watsons Hong Kong’s back to back slimming product of the year.

Coca-Cola "Taste the Feeling" Campaign Launch

     Last January 21, Coca-Cola unveiled a powerful, global communications campaign for their most iconic product – celebrating moments made more special with the simple pleasure of drinking Coca-Cola. It's an honor to be invited by a global leader in the beverage industry and gave me an opportunity to see the newest campaign together with their newest ambassadors.  

     The global campaign, which was rolled out first in Paris last January 19 featuring the newest tagline “Taste the Feeling™,” fully embodies the uplifting refreshment of drinking Coke – whether it be your Coca-Cola, Coke Zero, or Coke Light. More details about “Taste the Feeling™" campaign below and what's in store for all of us from Coca-Cola this 2016 :)

Coca-Cola "Taste the Feeling" Campaign Launch

      

     Aside from the unveiling of the newest ad campaign of Coca-Cola, they've also unveiled the newest ambassadors that night, headlined by the country’s hottest love teams such as Alden Richards and Maine Mendoza, James Reid and Nadine Lustre, and Enrique Gil and Liza Soberano. Completing the 10 ambassadors are Enchong Dee, Janella Salvador, Bailey May and Ylona Garcia.

Coca-Cola "Taste the Feeling" Campaign Launch
Coca-Cola brand ambassadors: Bailey May, Ylona Garcia, James Reid, Enchong Dee, Janella Salvador, Liza Soberano, and Enrique Gil

Coca-Cola's “Taste the Feeling™" campaign    

• Brings to life everyday moments through great universal storytelling and rich visual imagery – placing the product at the heart of its communications. 
• It is all about capturing both the functional and emotional traits of Coca-Cola – the uplifting refreshment of drinking our product and how having a Coke makes any moment more memorable and more special.
• Coca-Cola gathered global creative minds from different agencies, commissioned distinguished fashion and commercial photographers, partnered with three independent artists, and collaborated with a renowned songwriter and producer to illustrate both in visual and through music intimate glimpses into everyday stories, feelings and experiences that people share while enjoying an ice-cold Coca-Cola. 

Coca-Cola "Taste the Feeling" Campaign Launch

Coca-Cola's “Taste the Feeling™" campaign activities

• Coca-Cola will also go around some of the biggest colleges, universities, and tambayans in the country to turn more ordinary moments extra special. 
• Activation of Coca-Cola Emoticons – a cool and fun way of tasting and sharing the feeling of drinking Coca-Cola with buddies and friends. 
• Exciting activities are also lined-up for the rest of the year that will uplift ordinary days and bring refreshing moments throughout the country. 
• They will also be giving out millions of free Coca-Cola so we can make millions of moments special. 

Coca-Cola "Taste the Feeling" Campaign Launch

     

     Apologies for posting a lot of Coca-Cola bottle photos and the set-up during the event. I so love the simple and dainty set-up that is very welcoming to all the guest. The campaign also marks the consolidation of all Coca-Cola trademark products like Coca-Cola, Coca-Cola Light, Diet Coca-Cola, and Coca-Cola Zero under a ‘One Brand’ campaign approach. 

     “Taste the Feeling™” replaces “Open Happiness™” which has been used by Coca-Cola for the past seven years. Since 1886, there have been 45 taglines before “Taste the Feeling™”. If you haven't seen the campaign, watch it above :) I'll bet that the Coca-Cola anthem will swirl over and over your head as I already have a LSS for three days straight. 

For more information about the new campaign of Coca-Cola,

visit www.TastetheFeeling.Coca-Cola.com 

Like them on Facebook: Coca-Cola Philippines

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Product Review: Majolica Majorca Lash King Mascara

     Hello dearies! Sharing with you a quick and short review of my new favorite mascara from Majolica Majorca. This brand is close to my heart because it's under the Shiseido Company- one of my favorite cosmetic brands from Japan. Majolica Majorca is a cult fave because of its princessy packaging and cost-effective products. I've heard a lot of positive reviews on Majolica Majorca Lash King mascara years ago but I wasn't able to try it immediately because of the price tag.

     So when the opportunity came, I bought several products from Majolica Majorca last November to try. I also bought a refill of my all-time favorite face powder- Majolica Majorca Skin Remaker Pore Cover Powder Founder that I truly love to bits! Anyhoo, here's my review of Majolica Majorca Lash King mascara. Scroll down for more information about the product.

Product Review: Majolica Majorca Lash King Mascara

Clever Fitness Tips from Dr. Ian Banzon and Jeunesse Anion

     When I was young, my parents have big dreams for me. They wanted me to become a doctor but there are a lot of things to consider that time. Even though I did not become what they've dreamed of, I'm proud to say that they did their best in making sure that I'll have a bright future. 

     Every year, I have this mantra of looking back at the past not to regret and blame the things that happened but to analyze what needs to be polished this new year. When it comes to our resolution to be better year after year, we know that the struggle is real from eating healthier, moving more, to excelling at work or school all at the same time.

Clever Fitness Tips from Dr. Ian Banzon and Jeunesse Anion

     At a very young age of 12, Dr. Ian has always been a passionate student athlete while keeping her academics above average. Apart from these, she’s also a full-fledged Master’s Degree holder of Business Administration while subsequently competing for the Philippine water polo team at the Southeast Asian games. And just recently, she has also completed her medical degree from Ateneo de Manila University at 27 years old.

Clever Fitness Tips from Dr. Ian Banzon and Jeunesse Anion
Doctor and Tri-athlete Ian Banzon

     A go-getter and constantly driven by her passion for sports and fitness, Dr. Ian proves that one doesn’t have to rest on her laurels which are road blocks to exploring and learning new things. A firm believer and doer of healthy habits, Dr. Ian also remains unstoppable even during her time of the month. 

     As a dedicated multi-sport, endurance and CrossFit athlete, Dr. Ian keeps it going no matter what, as long as she uses a reliable sanitary napkin like Jeunesse Anion. “With my active and busy lifestyle, I need a high-quality pad to keep me protected and comfortable. And with Jeunesse Anion, its five variants are well suited for different types of flow. For an athlete like me, I rely a lot on the ultra day pad which unbelievably stays in place despite the activities that I do. The anion strip is also a unique feature that keeps me fresh since it prevents bacteria build up,” says Dr. Ian.

Clever Fitness Tips from Dr. Ian Banzon and Jeunesse Anion
Jeunesse Anion

     For those who are asking whether or not exercising is advisable while on a period, Dr. Ian in fact, emphasizes that it isn’t an excuse to slack. “Schedule some low-key yoga or a light- cardio work out, like walking or a breezy bike ride. Although you might feel particularly out of sorts, push yourself forward because exercise gives you a natural endorphin high that can elevate the mood and actually make you feel better in no time. Another bonus is getting relief from bloat since sweating can help you get rid of extra fluids”, adds Dr. Ian.

    In theory, we’d love to have a personal trainer. But in practice, Dr. Ian’s advice is: “You don’t need to have a specific background in sports or training to get started on your active lifestyle. You just need to show up, work out, and be consistent with it!” she concludes.

     Jeunesse Anion Sanitary Napkin and Liners is distributed by Wellgold International Inc. and currently available at Watsons Personal Care stores, SM Department store health and beauty section, PCX, Landmark Department Store, Shopwise, Rustan’s Supermarket, Waltermart, and selected Mercury Drug outlets and selected stores in Visayas and Mindanao. 

For more information, visit www.jeunesseanion.com 

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OOTD: Kenzo and Minecraft

     Hi dearies! Pardon me if I'm bombarding you with outfit posts these past few days. I'm just making sure that all the pending OOTD posts we had taken last year will be published and not buried in my dashboard. I have this habit of forgetting things especially when I don't see it in my document folders. 

     As what I've told you on my previous posts, I tend to store all the photos in different usb storage that I received from events. Prolly this will be the last outfit post for January. There will be more OOTD in the next month for me and Kenzo. Anyhoo, this outfit post was taken last November at Robinsons Magnolia. It's an impromptu outfit shot that I decided to take because of the location. Outfit details and a short story below :)

OOTD: Kenzo and Minecraft

     My apologies for the title of this outfit of the day. I can't think of a decent title and all I was thinking while writing this post was Kenzo's favorite online game as of the moment- Minecraft. I presume some mommy readers here can relate. Kenzo loves playing Minecraft and he's starting to like stuff associated with the game. This shirt is his one of his favorites. I bought this at SM Megamall last year when I saw Mommy Levy's son (Ren) wearing the same shirt on her IG feed. Kenzo saw the shirt too and asked me to buy him one. I'm glad that I was able to purchase one before the size ran out. 

OOTD: Kenzo and Minecraft
Kenzo just had his hair cut prior this photo

Top- JusTees Minecraft T-Shirt

Bottom- UNIQLO Denim Easy Shorts

Shoes- DC Shoes from ResToeRun Kids

OOTD: Kenzo and Minecraft
JusTees Minecraft T-Shirt and DC Sneakers

     Meanwhile, Kenzo's shoes came from ResToeRun Kids' Rumble Yard Event. I had a hard time choosing a pair for him during the event because almost all the styles I've chosen does not have an available size for his feet. This pair of DC shoes is two inches bigger than his feet. But methinks looks perfect in the photo above. No walking and running during the time we did this shot, hahaha!

OOTD: Kenzo and Minecraft

You're really growing up so fast, baby loves! Hope you like his casual outfit. 

Good Times!~

TATIO ACTIVE DX White Magnified Launch

     There are so many brands of whitening products in the market today. I'm sure that if you're into whitening, you always make sure to scrutinize the brand. Today, let me share with you another player in the field of skin care and whitening that's been around since 2008 and becoming a favorite among beauty and wellness aficionados. One of the frontrunners in skin care products is bringing beauty and wellness a notch higher. In the Philippines, TATIOMAX PHARMA CORP was among the first company to bring in TATIO ACTIVE DX. 

     I was invited to the launch of Tatio Active DX last week where the CEO- Regina Soqueño-Barrios introduced the promising line up of products under the brand. She, together with welcomed the media guests in an intimate press conference and discussed with us the company overview and what to expect in their products. More about Tatio Active DX below :)

TATIO ACTIVE DX White Magnified Launch
Tatio Active DX products

   
     If you're really into whitening and skin care, knowing the brand and the products that will help you achieve the best skin you want from within is a must. Here's what you need to know about TATIO ACTIVE DX

• Established in 2008, Tatiomax Pharma Corp., under the helm of its CEO Regina Soqueño-Barrios continues to advocate “beauty from within”. 
• And with the latest, enhanced formulation called TATIO ACTIVE DX, you get the best results and benefits of glutathione. 
• Tatiomax Pharma Corp. CEO Regina Barrios TATIO ACTIVE DX aids in promoting not just good looking skin but healthy skin as well. 
• “We recommend that clients undergo laboratory process, blood chemistry, etc. This is to properly and safely determine the right amount or dosage of gluta to take, thus getting effective, better results.” 

TATIO ACTIVE DX White Magnified Launch
L-R: Reigne Barbie Monterclaro- Model and Endorser, Tatiomax Pharma Corp. CEO/President- Regina Soqueño-Barrios, Dr.Jonathan Montes

   
     I've seen different forms of glutathione on the market today. I've even tried three forms- capsule, tablet, and soft gel capsules. According to what I've read and researched, liquid form supplements are absorbed faster by the body. So beauty supplements in soft gel forms give faster results compared to the traditional forms of medicine. Now let me share with you the flagship products of Tatio Active DX

1. Tatio Active DX Gluta Gold 1800 mg Softgel and Injectible

• TATIO ACTIVE DX is available in 1800mg and comes in soft gel. 
• A soft gel formulation has 5 times more absorption rate compared to the capsules or caplet. 
• It takes up to 5 minutes for the soft gels to be absorbed by the body. 
• It is almost as good as the injectable in terms of absorption. 
• Each softgel is imprinted individually to safeguard its quality and authenticity. The manufacture and distribution of TATIO ACTIVE DX goes through rigid study and research. To ensure safety and efficacy, TATIO ACTIVE DX is substantiated with Laboratory Tests, Regulatory Compliancy, Medical Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) and Case Studies. 

TATIO ACTIVE DX White Magnified Launch
Tatio Active DX Gold Glutathione 1800 mg softgel

TATIO ACTIVE DX White Magnified Launch
Tatio Active DX Glutathione Injectable

2. Tatio Active DX Peal Whitening

• Protects skin from damages, age spots and other harmful effects of sun exposure 
• Protects skin from UV-A & UV-B rays 
• Anti-aging, antioxidant 

TATIO ACTIVE DX White Magnified Launch
Tatio Active DX Pearl Whitening 1800 mg softgel

3. Tatio Active DX Shape Slimming

• Makes losing weight and burning fats easier  
• Helps body metabolize carbohydrates, not storing them as excess fats  
• Anti-aging, detoxifier 

TATIO ACTIVE DX White Magnified Launch
Tatio Active DX Shape Slimming 1800 mg softgel

4. Tatio Active DX Collagen

• Strengthens and improves elasticity of blood vessels
• Prevents wrinkles and brown spots  
• Helps maintain the healthy condition of cartilage & joints 

TATIO ACTIVE DX White Magnified Launch
Tatio Active DX Collagen 1800 mg softgel

5. Tatio Active DX Human Placenta

• Detoxifies body and improves immune system
• Regenerates cells and tissues
• Delays skin aging - Refines facial pores
• Delays menopause 

TATIO ACTIVE DX White Magnified Launch
Tatio Active DX Human Placenta 1800 mg softgel

6. Tatio Active DX Gluta Spray

• Whitens, moisturizes and tightens skin pores
• Prevents facial acne, skin blemishes and other skin viruses
• Hypo-allergenic 

TATIO ACTIVE DX White Magnified Launch
Tatio Active DX Gluta Spray

7. Tatio Active DX Glutathione Patch

• Transdermal technology, delivers a specific dose of medication through the skin and into the bloodstream 
• Whitens, detoxifies and reduces stress

TATIO ACTIVE DX White Magnified Launch
Tatio Active DX Glutathione Pacth

FAQ's

1. What makes Tatio Active DX different from other glutathione pills in the market today? Unlike other brands, TATIO ACTIVE DX is available in 1800mg and comes in soft gel. A soft gel formulation has 5 times more absorption rate compared to the capsules or caplet. It takes up to 5 minutes for the soft gels to be absorbed by the body. It is almost as good as the injectable in terms of absorption.

2. When is the best time to take Tatio Active DX? In the morning, after breakfast.

3. How many softgel should I take daily? 1-2 per day, depending on the laboratory and blood chemistry of the patient

4. Should I take Tatio Active DX with or without meals? Effectively with meals

5. When will I see the results of taking Tatio Active DX? Initial results can be seen in 7 days

6. Can Tatio Active DX be taken by pregnant women? Not advised for pregnant women

7. Can Tatio Active DX be taken with other medicines? Except when taking anti-biotics

TATIO ACTIVE DX White Magnified Launch
L-R: Reigne Barbie Monterclaro- Model and Endorser, Tatiomax Pharma Corp. CEO/President- Regina Soqueño-Barrios, Tatiomax Pharma Corp. Vice President- Danilo Barrios, Dr.Jonathan Montes

   
     Thank you so much Tatiomax Pharma Corp, and Tatio Active DX for having me. Congratulations on your launch! I'll be reviewing one of the products that I received during the event. If you're planning to try their products, I highly suggest you have a laboratory to get your blood chemistry so that proper dosing will be given. It's better safe than sorry, right? The results of oral supplements also vary from one person to another that's why seeking medical advice before taking them is important.

Get that white magnified! TATIO ACTIVE DX! 

For more product information on TATIO ACTIVE DX

visit their website http://www.tatiomax.com 

Like them on Facebook: Tatio Active DX

 You can also call TATIO ACTIVE DX Hotline at 09179361795 for other inquiries
Original Tatio Active DX is available through Tatiomax Pharma Corporation

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Cream Silk Transformations: Spotlight on the #ModernFilipina

     A new year marks the beginning of new hopes, new promises, and new ambitions. A year where we all want to change or transform something whether it's physical, mental, emotional, or spiritual. Every year, I always make sure to change my hair color because I always want to look empowered. Before, I'm afraid to color my virgin black hair but as years passed by, I learned to be more confident of sporting different hair styles and colors.

     In line with the transformations that we want to achieve this new year, here's a great news from Cream Silk, the number one hair brand in the Philippines, together with the Philippines’ top magazines, continues to champion every Filipina’s journey of transformation, as they launch Cream Silk Transformations: Spotlight on the Modern Filipina, a glamorous, empowering and inspiring activity-filled event this coming January 23, 2016. 

Cream Silk Transformations: Spotlight on the #ModernFilipina

     This one-day affair, to be held at the World Trade Center tent will feature several areas hosted by MEGA, Preview, Metro, Meg, Yes, and Cosmopolitan. Attendees will be able to explore the whole venue, attend a variety of workshops presented by their favorite magazines, and experience their own hair transformations at Cream Silk’s special booth.   

     Every woman has the capacity to transform herself and unleash her beauty and become the woman she wants to be—and Cream Silk, with industry experts from each publication will show them how. The event’s workshops aim to empower the Filipina and equip them with confidence to maximize their assets. Just like how Cream Silk has been designed for the Filipina, to transform any hair into beyond beautiful hair, enabling them to conquer more. Topics include fashion, beauty, confidence building and hair care. 

     Aside from that, Cream Silk will also be introducing a strong lineup of Modern Filipinas, women who embody the traits and characteristics of the Modern Filipina to serve as inspiration, each being on the verge of their own transformations.

Cream Silk Transformations: Spotlight on the #ModernFilipina

     For the first time ever, the no. 1 hair brand in the Philippines and the top magazines, bring you the first ever live cover shoot experience. With this, event attendees will get to witness the transformations of the new generation of Modern Filipinas, who will surely make their mark this 2016.

     Event guests will head out transformed with beauty and confidence to inspire, create, and make a mark in the world. Doors open at 2 PM. I'm inviting you to join us as we celebrate the transformation of the Modern Filipina! 

OOTD: The Usual ME

     Hi dearies! I'm so back with another OOTD post. My apologies if I've been posting outfit of the day lately, I just want to update you with the usual attire that I wear when I attend events or other occasions. I feel so comfortable with this kind of pairing and like what I've said on my previous outfit post, I'll never get tired of this ensemble.

     This is another long overdue OOTD post. I wore this last November during our Quezon City Blogventure Trip. We had a sort of educational trip around Quezon City to see the hidden gems of my birth place. Since we were advised to wear something comfy the day before the trip, I came up with the usual ME kind of attire. Outfit details below :)

OOTD: The Usual ME

     Again, for the nth time- wore my favorite pair of shoes and skirt. Both are versatile and can be mixed and matched with different tops and blouses. 

OOTD: The Usual ME

     FUN FACT: The sleeveless top I'm wearing was a gift 6 years ago. Even though I've worn this for more than ten times already, still no signs of wear and tear. The color is still the same the time I received it. 

OOTD: The Usual ME

OOTD: The Usual ME

     I'll just make this post short, I'm also proud to say that Grab bags are very functional and stylish. This Grab bag is my fifth bag from the brand. If you're frequent inside SM Department Store, do check them out. They have different sizes and styles of bag at a very affordable price. It's stylish and functional too. If this bag could talk, it will prolly tell me to bring few stuff with me because there were times that I think I'm overloading it. Yay, thank you so much for dropping by :) For brands that I'm wearing, see them below!

OOTD: The Usual ME

 Skater Skirt- Forever 21

Button Down- ZARA

Sleeveless Top- MANGO

Shoes- Skechers GoWalk 2

Bag- Grab

Accessories- XOXO Watch

Ray-ban Wayfarer Sunglasses

Good Times!~