Valentine’s Day is two days away and if you are still looking for gifts for all the ones you hold dear, consider The Metro Stores.

Metro has curated gift ideas that will surely express your love, adoration and appreciation to another (or yourself). From trinkets to iconic pieces, the Metro collection will surely impress everyone.

Romantic dresses and trendy accessories for girlfriend, sexy lingerie and pretty shoes for wife, timeless handbags for mom, perfume, blusher or any self-care favorites for kikay sis, woven polo for boyfriend, shorts and loafers for dad, sneakers for brother, and more choices for shirts, pants, belts and tie for the special men in your life —at a price point that won’t hurt your wallet.

If you’re up for a bigger splurge, it might be time for new sofa set, a refrigerator, dining set, mattress and pillow — Metro Home has high-quality options.

And finally, to sweeten your Valentine’s Day celebration, swing by the Metro Supermarket for its Super Sweet Deals where selected chocolates are at 14% off, some brands have Buy One Take One offer while some have Bundle Deals. Then there’s the Suisse Cottage Valentine’s cakes for less than P500.

A selection of liquor and wine is also available at a discount so go ahead grab a bottle or two to make your celebration more romantic.

Celebrate love in The Metro. Check out all the offerings here: https://www.themetrostores.ph/department-store/catalogs/

Special offers are also available online at http://shop.themetrostores.ph

#TheMetroStores
#InLoveWithMetro2021

Press Release

Covid-19 changed almost everything. For us, work schedule shifts to WFH setup, others lost their jobs. Kids shift to online learning style making them stuck at the laptop screens for a longer time. Staying home 24/7. Apprehensive to go outside for fear of contracting the virus. Experiencing cabin fever for being isolated from family and friends. Kids suffered the most, lonely and missing the outdoor activities knowing its their innate nature of being playful and sociable.

Looking for ways to cope the pandemic financially, physically and mentally is really challenging. So glad that a group of professionals in cooperation of government agencies is advocating for a Healthier Philippines.

The Bayanihan for WellBeing Initiative led by Unilab Foundation, Inc., is bringing us the first-ever Filipino Family WellBeing Virtual Conference February 12-13, 2021 with a theme “Pagsulong ng Pamilyang Pilipino sa Panahon ng Pagbabago” is set to addressing issues related to family wellbeing.

The 2-day conference will have three sessions that will be delving into different aspects of Filipino family wellbeing, raise awareness on its value and impact on the mental health of the family, which can hopefully build meaningful partnerships and cultivate a culture of family wellbeing promotion.

The focus areas include:

• AWARENESS-RAISING on the understanding and importance of ffamily wellbeing during
  the time of pandemic.
• BUILDING MEANINGFUL AND GAINFUL PARTNERSHIPS by gathering healthcare professional, counselors, teachers, parents/guardians, and other allied professions to share their knowledge and insights on how we can strengthen Filipino families in the time of pandemic.
• CULTIVATING A CULTURE OF FAMILY WELLBEING PROMOTION by advocating for family wellbeing as an essential element in mental health and psychosocial support in all levels of the society.

Challenges of the Filipino Family

In 2020, Filipino families went through various challenges brought about by the pandemic and natural calamities, creating drastic changes in family dynamics, such as financial and economic concerns. According to the Asian Development Bank (ADB), 73.5% of Filipino households had at least one member of the family experience job loss or workload reduction. This resulted to financial instability, with 85% of households experiencing financial difficulty during the pandemic.
In terms of psychological impact, a study entitled “Psychological impact of COVID-19 pandemic in the Philippines (Tee, 2020)” showed that a significant percentage, ranging from 13% to almost 17% of respondents have rated the psychological impact of the pandemic, its effects on depressive symptoms and anxiety levels to be moderate to severe. Meanwhile, the National Center for Mental Health (NCMH) noted a significant increase in monthly calls from 80 pre-lockdown to nearly 400 during the quarantine.
Meanwhile, among the unprecedented social concerns that surfaced during the lockdown is families worrying over their children’s education when schools shifted to online, remote, or distance learning. Children who would normally play outside are required to stay within their homes and adults who have shifted to working from home now had to balance household and career responsibilities, according to a 2020 report by the Humanitarian and Social Research Center (INSAMER).

Role of Family Wellbeing

Family wellbeing is central to addressing issues associated with these challenges. The National Center on Parent, Family, and Community Engagement (NCPFCE) defines family wellbeing simply as the “safety, health, and financial security of the whole family”, which encompasses both physical and mental health.
The vision of the Bayanihan for WellBeing (BWB) Initiative is for mental health and family wellbeing to be holistic, inclusive, and empowering, targeting particularly families in the Pantawid ng Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) to join the discussion. The BWB Collaborative is led by Unilab Foundation, Inc. through its Heads Up PH program with the support of the Philippine Psychiatric Association, Psychological Association of the Philippines, Philippine Guidance and Counseling Association, and Philippine Society for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
Executive Director of Unilab Foundation Lilibeth Aristorenas shared, “Months long after the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, many Filipinos still experience the effects of social confinement, financial disruptions, and burdens of work-life integration. Amplified by different crises in the past year, these stressors continue to debilitate the youth, families, and communities from maximizing their daily life activities. “
“It is in uncertain times like this that mental health and wellbeing must be put at the forefront to address these stresses. Forming healthy familial relationships do not only help the youth cope with the effects of crises but are also essential helping them feel love and security, which impacts their brain development and sense of self and helps them grow up to become confident and resilient individuals,” added Aristorenas.

The Filipino Family WellBeing Conference is completely free and open to all from medical and health professionals and development workers to educators, parents, and the youth.

To join the event, you can register at bit.ly/FFWC2021RegForm and watch the livestream at the Bayanihan for WellBeing Facebook page at facebook.com/BayanihanForWellBeing.

Support

You can also support the event by donating a Bayanihan for WellBeing Resiliency Play Bag, which is composed of:
(1) Toys like sipa and kickball, which are intended to help children release tension;
(2) Cape and mask which they could design, allowing them to identify their strengths and make them feel like Superheroes; and
(3) Writing and coloring sheets to encourage their creativity and help them express their emotions.

For as little as Php250 / $5.00, you can help raise a resilient child by providing them with materials to help them express themselves and develop coping strategies. Donations can be done via bank deposit with the details below:

Unilab Foundation, Inc.
BPI Mandaluyong
Account number 0181-0489-72 (Swift code: BOPIPHM)

Please send a photo of your deposit slip to: headsup@unilabfoundation.org.
You may also donate via PayPal at healthierPH@unilabfoundation.org and send a screenshot of your transaction to headsup@unilabfoundation.org.

For suggestions and inquiries on the event including partnership and sponsorship opportunities, you may visit the Bayanihan for WellBeing Facebook page for more details.

You may also contact Camille Mendoza at 0917-867-4169 or Jefferson Hilario at 0917-326-2092.

Together, let’s build a mentally healthy Philippines, one family at a time.

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Lamoiyan Corporation, a leading manufacturer of personal hygiene and home care products in the country, has donated over one million worth of Lamoiyan products to Department of Education (DepEd) in Visayas and Mindanao as it celebrates the 5th year of Kilusang Kontra Kuto (Movement Against Head Lice) initiative.

In support of DepEd’s Basic Education Learning Continuity Plan amidst the pandemic, Lamoiyan Corporation distributed packs of Licealiz Head Lice Treatment Shampoo, Hapee Toothpaste, and Dazz Dishwashing Liquid to selected regions for distribution among the students.

Lamoiyan Corporation’s Licealiz Head Lice Treatment Shampoo initiated Kilusang Kontra Kuto (KKK) in 2016, a coalition that has been battling head lice infestation nationwide for a kuto-free Philippines. The campaign includes yearly nationwide shampoo activity in schools in its commitment to fight head lice infestation or pediculosis and eliminate the social stigma associated with it.

In light of the 5th year of this initiative, Lamoiyan Corporation’s Licealiz aimed to support DepEd’s Basic Education Learning Continuity Plan in the time of COVID-19 (BE-LCP). This is the department’s response to the challenges posed by COVID-19 which covers the most essential learning competencies, multiple learning delivery modalities for teachers, required health standards in schools, and more.

“We are grateful for DepEd for being very supportive of our KKK campaign. With our long-running partnership with them, we were able to visit several schools in Visayas and Mindanao, do shampooing activities among students, and share the correct way of combatting head lice since 2016,” said Lamoiyan Corporation Vice President for Marketing Bing Cavestany.
“Although students now are practicing distance learning and we temporarily cannot do our annual activities due to the COVID-19 crisis, Licealiz would like to consistently promote health and personal hygiene through our humble donation as children or even family members are still susceptible to head lice infestation no matter the circumstances, especially with many staying at home and in close quarters during the pandemic,” she added.

Aside from encouraging good oral hygiene, Lamoiyan is also advocating the correct way of treating head lice infestation, which is considered the second most common health problem of public school children after tooth decay.
Lamoiyan Corporation’s Licealiz Head Lice Treatment Shampoo effectively kills lice and nits after two weeks of use and prevents lice infestation from recurring. Its active ingredient, pyrethrin, a natural extract from chrysanthemum flowers, is clinically tested and proven safe and successful in killing lice and nits, while its conditioning formula keeps your kid’s hair soft, smooth and fragrant.

For more information on head lice prevention and other Lamoiyan products, log on to www.facebook.com/licealiz or visit www.lamoiyan.com.

Time to go shopping for the great deals in town!
This coming September 14 to 20, 2020, Metro is holding its Stock-Up and Save promo where all your coveted products will be offered at really big discounts.

LOW PRICE. BIG DISCOUNTS
It’s going to be a storewide shopping bonanza with products at low prices and big discounts so better get your shopping list ready. Enjoy up to 50% discount on your home essentials and other finds at the week-long Stock-Up and Save promo and watch out for more exclusive offers such as Buy One Take One, Bundled Deals and Double Points and freebies for Metro Rewards Club (MRC) members.
WARDROBE SHOPPING SPREE FOR LESS
Need a wardrobe update? This is the best time to go on a wardrobe shopping spree without spending so much. Score great discounts on stylish pieces, everyday pieces, workwear, shoes and accessories. Popular brands such as Jag, Lee, Macbeth, Freego, Wrangler, BUM, Crissa, Fubu, Bossini, and Hot Kiss are giving 20% discount. Even the little ones can top up their school wardrobe with great picks from Grizzly, Hammerhead Kids, Palomino, Bossini Kids, Garfield, Freego Kids, Oshkosh, and Byloz.
There’s a ton of choices for every family member so everyone can look their best everyday.
AMAZING OFFERS AND DEALS
On top of all the discounts there are special offers up for grabs. For every single-receipt purchase of P3,000 in Supermarket or P1,500 in Department Store or General Merchandise, shoppers can buy any of the specially priced items: Backpack 17” (P99), Hummer Shoe Rack 3-Tier (P175), Hummer Garment Rack (P575), Nikon Stand Fan 16” (P887), and Tough Mama Rice Cooker 5 Cups (P639). A maximum of 3 redemptions is allowed for purchases P4,500 and above.

PERKS AND TREATS FOR MRC MEMBERS
Exclusive perks and treats await members of MRC and MBC at the 7-day Stock-Up and Save. They earn double points throughout the event and receive freebies for Supermarket purchases on September 14-20. MRC members with a single-receipt, cash or credit purchase of participating items worth P3,500 will get any of these: free 3kg of Golden Crop Rice, 1 liter of West Coast Canola Oil or 1 kg Chicken Leg Quarter. For P1,500 purchase, MRC members get a liter of Savers Select Dishwashing Liquid, 6pcs Lucky Me Pancit Canton, 1L West Coast Vegetable Oil, 1.5L Coke/Sprite/Royal or 12pcs Creamsilk. MBC members with P5,000 purchase are also entitled to these perks and treats.

Whatever you are hoping to find a deal on, trust Metro to have one for you. Head on to the nearest Metro store, avail of amazing offers in the Stock-Up and Save extravaganza and have a worry-free and satisfying shopping experience!

For more updates, check out the Metro Retail Group website at ‪www.metroretail.com.ph‬, Facebook page at ‪facebook.com/TheMetroStores‬, and Instagram @themetrostores.ph.

When the corona virus forced people to hole up at home, majority of them have turned to online options for buying items and other necessities. Like me, I turn to buying essentials thru online as I consider it the safer option. Yet in some cases I can only avail limited goods since not all goods are within reach being located outside the city.

Good thing, the Metro Retail Group also rise to the occasion by offering online shopping with pick-up and delivery options to fully serve its shoppers in an easier and safer way through the Metro online shopping portal, http://shop.themetrostores.ph/

In Metro’s online shopping portal, one can shop for home essentials, fresh finds and score good deals from the comfort of their home and pick up the goods at the nearest Metro store or have it delivered by Grab, Lalamove, or any third party agent. Additionally, they offer a contactless transaction wherein shopper can pay online using Mastercard, Visa, JCB, PayMaya and GCash. Truly convenient!

“We’re here to give our shoppers options for a more convenient, safer shopping experience during the public health crisis,” Metro said in statement posted in social media.

Metro offers a great selection of merchandise, groceries and fresh produce handled and prepared in line with international safety standards. With its new contactless shopping service buying these necessities will never be a problem.

The Metro online shopping service is initially available in:
– Metro Market!Market! in Taguig,
– Metro Ayala Center Cebu, and
– Metro Pacific Mall Mandaue.

Skip the line. Check The Metro Store site.

The COVID-19 Pandemic intensifies the Philippine’s battle against Double Burden of Malnutrition. Double Burden of Malnutrition is defined by World Health Organization (WHO) as “the coexistence of undernutrition along with overweight and obesity, or diet-related non communicable diseases, within individuals, households and populations, and across the life course.”

The limited distribution and access to food supplies aggravate the plight of poor and low income Filipino households to sustain each person’s required nutrients through healthy meals. On the other hand, home confinement due to the mandated community quarantine may cause more people to not only restrict their physical activities but also to overeat and/or consume more food with empty calories as part of coping with stress and/or boredom.

Given the importance of maintaining healthy diets to sustain our health and immunity against viruses and bacteria, we should turn to the practice of Pinggang Pinoy® as a viable safeguard to protect our family from diseases.

Ajinomoto Philippines Corporation (APC) introduced “Mag-Pinggang Pinoy® Tayo 7-day Menu Challenge” as a way to encourage homemakers to serve variety of balanced meals to their families. Homemakers could access the Mag-Pinggang Pinoy® Tayo 7-day menu plan at www.ajinomoto.com.ph and facebook.com/CookmunitybyAjinomotoPH. This is part of the company’s “Eat Well, Live Well. Stay Well.” campaign to provide Filipino families with practical tips on proper nutrition, recipe menu and fitness activities to cope, stay well and enjoy life despite current COVID-19 situation.

Ajinomoto’s 7-day menu plan is composed of complete meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Each meal provides recipe suggestions for Healthy & Delicious Pinggang Pinoy® Recipes that are easy-to-do and affordable. These recipes are simple, solutions to serve enjoyable Pinggang Pinoy® meals. Homemakers could make use of their extra time to purchase widely available and inexpensive vegetables and fruits to complement rice beyond the usual supply of canned goods. Ajinomoto’s recipes make common ingredients more palatable like tofu sisig, meaty pechay picadillo, pork tapa and tomatoes, ensaladang talbos ng kamote, sweet and sour galunggong and many more.
Here are three (3) recipe samplers done in three (3) easy steps:

Meaty Pechay Picadillo:
1) SAUTÉ onion, garlic and ground pork and mix in carrots, green peas and pechay.
2) SEASON with pepper, soy sauce and AJI-GINISA® Flavor Seasoning Mix.
3) COOK for 1 minute more.

Tofu Sisig:
1) FRY tofu until golden brown and set aside.
2) SAUTÉ ginger, onion and garlic, add fried tofu and liver spread and mix well.
3) SEASON with sugar and PORKSAVOR® All-in-One Seasoning mix and add chili peppers.

Pork tapa with tomatoes:
1) MARINATE pork in water, sugar, soy sauce, pepper and SARSAYA® Oyster Sauce for an hour or overnight.
2) SAUTÉ onion, garlic and pork.
3) BOIL. Pour the marinate mixture and boil until mixture is thick.

For full recipes and for more information about Ajinomoto and its products, visit www.ajinomoto.com.ph and facebook.com/CookmunitybyAjinomotoPH.

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The Ajinomoto Group is a global company with specialties in the business of food and amino acids, guided by our leading-edge bioscience and fine chemical technologies.

Based on the corporate message “Eat Well, Live Well.”, we have been scientifically pursuing the possibilities of amino acids in supporting the healthy lives of people all around the world. We aim for future growth and continuous contribution to greater wellness by creating value through sustainable and innovative solutions for communities and society.

The Ajinomoto Group has offices in 35 countries and regions, and sells products in more than 130 countries and regions. In fiscal 2018, sales were 1.1274 trillion yen (10.1 billion U.S. dollars). To learn more, visit www.ajinomoto.com.

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Mayor ISKO MORENO threaded an impoverished area in Manila while growing up. As the elected City Mayor of Manila, more popularly known to Filipinos as Yorme, he never wavered amidst adversities hurled at him for taking several steps in making a better version of the city he fondly calls his home and crowning glory. Bold and fearless, Yorme puts his heart and mind in anything he does – “Believe in yourself! You’ve got nothing to lose.”

Yorme recently signed Ordinance 8607 declaring the permanence of Arroceros Forest Park dubbed as the “Last lung of the City”, home to 61 tree varieties and 8,000 ornamental plants. The new ordinance forbids the cutting of trees and dumping of waste within the park. Part of his plan is to allocate P1 million solely for its preservation and maintenance away from urbanization and all these efforts stem from his greater plan to make Manila a “Green City”.

Yorme firmly believes in the power of nature. It’s no secret that he advocates on using natural products. No wonder, early this year Yorme became the newest brand ambassador of NOVUHAIR, Nature’s Answer to Hair Loss. Watch the Yorme’s full video here.

Want to try NOVUHAIR?

NOVUHAIR UNBOXING EXPERIENCE PROMO
In line with our 10th Anniversary celebration, here’s the chance to win a NOVUHAIR VIP Gift Box! Find out what’s inside the box. 10 VIP winners will be randomly chosen via electronic raffle per week for 1 month. NO PURCHASE REQUIRED!
It’s so easy. Visit Novuhair FB Page
Let’s GO GREEN!

#NothingToLoseNovuhair #ChooseNatural #Novuhair #UnboxingNovuhair

• Call-to-Action to do their part in preventing the spread of virus:

Let’s do our part so the virus doesn’t spread.

Kahit hindi tayo healthcare worker, meron tayong magagawa para makatulong na tumigil ang pag-spread ng COVID-19. Wag na po nating paabutin ng 1,000 ang dami ng COVID-positive patients sa bansa.

Ito po ang mga dapat nating gawin:
* tumigil sa bahay
* keep your distance, 1 metro dapat — mala-mala mula braso hanggang daliri
* ugaliing maghugas ng kamay palagi at wag hawakan ang inyong bibig, ilong, tenga at mata.

Hindi po madaling gawin pero, pag sama-sama tayo, kaya natin ito.

Shout out sa lahat ng ating mga frontliners — – mga health workers, security guards, employees sa grocery, delivery guys, etc. Huwag natin sayangin ang sakripisyo nila.

Kung kayo po ay may mga katanungan pumunta lamang sa www.doh.gov.ph or sa facebook page ng DOH.

#BeatCovid19 #COVID19PH #BahayMunaBuhayMuna

• Stay At Home:

DOH urgently request to please stay at home.

Manatili po tayo sa bahay.

Lahat tayo ay gusto ng matapos itong COVID-19 health situation ng ating bansa.
Para ito ay mangyari, kailangan nating manatili sa bahay. Hindi lang po sarili natin ang nililigtas natin pag tayo ay nanatili sa bahay, pati din po ang ating pamilya, kabarkada at kapitbahay.

Doon po sa ibang bansa kung saan na-control na nila ang COVID, ito din po ang ginawa nila Hindi din po lumabas ng bahay ang mga tao para po hindi sila magkahawaan.

Tandaan, sa sakripisyo ninyo meron kayong buhay na maliligtas. Sa bahay na lang muna tayo ngayon.

Kung kayo po ay may mga katanungan pumunta lamang sa www.doh.gov.ph or sa facebook page ng DOH.

#BeatCovid19 #COVID19PH #BahayMunaBuhayMuna

• Social Distancing

Para po doon sa mga kailangang kailangang umalis ng bahay, please remember: Dumistansya po ng 1 metro mula sa tao sa harap, liko at tabi ninyo para po maiwasang mahawa sa virus.

Kung kayo po ay may mga katanungan pumunta lamang sa www.doh.gov.ph or sa facebook page ng DOH.

#BeatCovid19 #COVID19PH

NEW Pampers Sensitive Wipes is ultra-soft and strong and does not tear easily – for a gentle but effective clean that helps protect baby’s delicate skin from skin rash

Manila, Philippines – Whether you’re a newbie or an experienced parent, it’s a known fact that with every precious baby also comes a lot of mess to clean! Everything from feeding your baby, playing, and especially diaper changing, comes with its fair share of mess, but it doesn’t mean cleaning up can’t be easy.

To make cleaning a breeze for you and your baby, Pampers, the No.1 diaper brand in the world, is here to help you with the launch of the NEW Pampers Sensitive Wipes that offers gentle but effective clean for your baby.
Pampers Sensitive Wipes comes with soft and thick fluffy sheets that enable gentle, effective cleansing without easily tearing. Every sheet is guaranteed to be PH-balanced, paraben-free, phenoxyethanol-free, and alcohol-free with Pampers’ unique formula that helps protect your baby’s skin from diaper rash. It is dermatologically tested to be suitable for sensitive skin making it safe for your baby’s bum.
“Pampers continuously aims to deliver the best products for baby’s healthy development such as providing quality diapers suitable for baby’s delicate skin,” said Akhil Meshram, Pampers Country Leader. “This is why we are launching Pampers Sensitive Wipes, to offer gentle and effective cleaning for baby especially when diaper changing.”

For beginner parents, it’s important that you have these essentials when doing a newborn diaper change: a clean and dry surface, clean diapers, sensitive wipes.

Using baby wipes to add to your diaper-changing routine leaves the baby feeling fresh after every wipe. Use wipes to clean the baby’s diaper region, wiping from front to back without missing out the sides and the outside areas, and then wait for the skin to dry before putting on a fresh diaper.

With every diaper change, using a trusted sensitive baby wipe like Pampers helps in minimizing the risk of diaper rash. Because not all wipes are created equal, some easily tear apart. A good tip for parents is to choose wipes that are gentle and strong enough to properly wipe baby’s poo without tearing, so you use less wipes as you clean more.
Pampers Sensitive Wipes offers parents that advantage to clean up poo and wipe’s baby’s bum with its safe ingredients and effective cleaning feature, which are also gentle to use on the hands and body too.

“From my eldest hanggang sa bunso, laki sa Pampers ang mga yan. I’ve always believed that Pampers is the best diaper brand for my kids because they understand parents’ sentiments on what babies’ need, like how to avoid baby diaper rash and importance of diaper change. Trying the new Pampers Sensitive Wipes, super satisfied ako kasi ang gentle sa skin ni Marius and super effective! It was love at first wipe,” candidly shared by experienced mom Pehpot Pineda who is a well-known mommy blogger and a Pampers Ambassador.

“It definitely made cleaning baby poo’s mess easier and faster for me. Thanks to Pampers kasi I don’t have to use more wipes than I should, so I’m sure I’m getting a quality product, no harsh chemicals pa! I definitely recommend this to mommies, especially rookie moms!,” Mommy Pehpot urges new moms to use the new Pampers Sensitive Wipes too.

Whether you’re at home or outdoors, add the new Pampers Sensitive Wipes to your diaper-changing routine so you have peace of mind that you only give total protection to your baby’s delicate skin.

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About Pampers® Sensitive Wipes

• Protects Baby’s Sensitive Skin: Helps maintain skin’s natural pH
• 0% Phenoxyethanol, Paraben, Perfume & Alcohol: Specifically designed with your baby’s skin needs in mind
• Our Thickest and Extra Soft Wipes: 20% thicker to help clean delicate skin gently
• As Mild as Washcloth and Water: Ideal for baby’s sensitive skin
• Clinically Proven Gentle: Designed with your baby’s delicate skin needs in mind
• Dermatologically Tested and Hypoallergenic: To ensure they are gentle against your baby’s skin

Pampers Sensitive Wipes minimizes the risk of diaper rash and makes sure your wipes are free from harmful chemicals that may irritate baby’s skin. Available in 2 different sizes for a suggested retail price of Php 139.00 for a pack of 56 sheets and Php 260.00 for a pack of 112 sheets. Wipe counts per pack vary by size and pricing is at the sole discretion of the retailer. The wipes are now available online and at major retailers nationwide.

To learn more about the product and information on how to keep your baby’s skin dry and healthy, check out: https://www.pampers.com/en-us/diapers-wipes/pampers-sensitive-wipes.

About Pampers®
For more than 50 years, parents have trusted Pampers to care for their babies. Pampers is a part of The Procter & Gamble Company and is the #1-selling diaper worldwide. Every day, more than 25 million babies in 100 countries around the world wear Pampers. Pampers offers a complete range of diapers and pants designed to provide protection and comfort for every stage of baby’s development. Visit www.pampers.com to learn more about Pampers products, and find ideas and information to help your baby get the most out of love, sleep and play.

About Procter & Gamble
P&G serves consumers around the world with one of the strongest portfolios of trusted, quality, leadership brands, including Always®, Ambi Pur®, Ariel®, Bounty®, Charmin®, Crest®, Dawn®, Downy®, Fairy®, Febreze®, Gain®, Gillette®, Head & Shoulders®, Lenor®, Olay®, Oral-B®, Pampers®, Pantene®, SK-II®, Tide®, Vicks®, and Whisper®. The P&G community includes operations in approximately 70 countries worldwide. Please visit http://www.pg.com for the latest news and information about P&G and its brands.

I’ve known potatoes as a root crop popular in almost all dishes, moreover, present in every meal. It can be served as mashed or hashed during breakfast or mixed with menudo, afritada or kaldereta dishes for lunch or could be plain fried for snacks. In some, potatoes are used in casseroles and stews too. In our household, we love to use potatoes with chopsuey, pork/beef giniling or with chicken liver.

Aside from fries and hash browns, I only know that potatoes can be cooked when fresh. Thanks to Potatoes USA, I got to know more dishes that can be spiced up with potatoes not just as fresh but from other forms as well like frozen chips, shreds, standard flakes, standard granules or straight cuts.

Potatoes are GO Foods. An energy-giving food loaded with complex carbohydrates that give our muscles fuel to run, swim, and jump. It contains vitamins and minerals too like Potassium, Protein, Vitamin C, and Vitamin B6. It is also free of cholesterol, fat and sodium. No wonder, this root crop is a great substitute for rice.
Last week, at the The Suite Room Restaurant in Ayala Mall, Cebu, Potatoes USA was introduced to Cebuano entrepreneurs and consumers. I am lucky to witness the event. It is a cooking demo that was started by Ms. Reji Retugal-Onal, the country representative of Potatoes USA. She gave an overview on U.S. Potatoes as well as shared the many nutritional benefits of potatoes and potato dishes.
Highlight of the event was the cooking demo of Chef Paul Sidney Uy together with Chef Karl John Noel where they used U.S. potatoes on all the dishes.
The three dishes that were shared are:
U.S. Potato Crusted Salmon with Truffle Potato Sauce and Fruit Salsa, a fried salmon topped with crusted pre-shredded U.S. Potato with truffle sauce mixed with U.S. Potato and paired with fruit salsa.
U.S. Potato Pudding, U.S. Potato hash brown with batter mixture baked at 350F paired with mangoes and strawberries and U.S. Mashed Potato Truffle, chocolate truffles mixed with Dehydrated Potato Flakes..

The crusted salmon was my favorite and getting to taste it was an indulgence I won’t forget.

Thank you so much Potatoes USA and Mommy Bloggers Philippines (c/o Mommy Lanie) for the invitation. Special thanks to Mommy Llay of How to Mommy for these lovely pictures below.
U.S. frozen and dehydrated potato products are available in supermarkets nationwide.  You can also find U.S. dehydrated potatoes at baking supply stores.

In Cebu U.S. frozen and dehydrated potato products are also readily available at:
FIRST MAESTRO FOOD SERVICE COMPANY
Mr. Leif Laspinas
G. Ouano, Opao, Mandaue City
Tel. No. (32) 239 0330
Email: michaelrxs@yahoo.com

BELCRIS FOODS
Christine Dy-Un
Plaridel St. Alang-alang, Mandaue City Cebu
Tel. No. (32) 345 0715 / 343 8219
Email: belcrisfoods@yahoo.com / cdyun@belcris.com

For more information on U.S. Potatoes, visit the Potato Goodness website or follow Potatoes USA-Philippines on Facebook.