How I Said Goodbye To Migraine

This is a story of a Migraine Girl.

My migraine attacks started when I was very young. I can hardly remember it, except for the pain I had to endure and didn't understand. It started to occur more frequently when I went to college, especially during the summer. My triggers weren't just the heat and glare. I'll have migraine attacks too when I'm PMS-ing or during my period. Lack of sleep, a strong perfume scent and exams put me through it, as well. I'm not kidding, I remember one semester when I would have a migraine attack the day of the exam. For real!

I've tried and taken a lot of pain killers. Paracetamol, Mefenamic Acid and other NSAIDs. They did provide relief, but only temporarily. Google it and you will find many harmful side effects when used in the long run. It was scary, but I felt that I had no choice.

But what if we actually have a choice? For about a year now, my migraine attacks have become less frequent and less severe. I have been living without it for a few months already and I don't miss it. Sweet sweet life, thank God!

My secret? 

More Filipinos Diagnosed with Liver Disease

More and more Filipinos are being diagnosed with liver disease each year. The western influence in our lifestyle is said to be one of the reasons.

Cases of fatty liver disease, Hepatitis B and C infections, liver cirrhosis, and liver cancer are on the rise. According to data, 80% of liver cancer patients have cirrhosis (irreversible scarring of the liver) as precursor.

Today, liver or hepatic cancer is the 3rd most common cancer in the Philippines. According to DOH (Department of Health), it is 2nd most widespread among men and 9th among women.

Sadly, liver cancer often doesn't present any symptoms until the tumor and damage is in the advanced stage. Therefore, the chance of recovery and survival is low. In addition, lack of access to affordable health care services and stubbornness among Filipinos make it all the more difficult for early detection of the disease.

Meanwhile, treatments only give patients 35% chance of surviving for as long as 5 years after diagnosis. For some people, they die within a year of diagnosis.

Heart Health Month + Tips

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February is Heart Health Month. Obviously, so many heart decors can be seen everywhere. Not only that, we all celebrated Valentine's day a few days ago. A lot of flowers, gifts, chocolates, etc. were given and received. How sweet, isn't it?

But at the same time, we are reminded. as well, that we should take care of our physical heart and avoid getting it broken. So, I'll be sharing with you how I take care of my own heart and the hearts of the people I love.

5 Heart Health Tips:

1. Check-up

First, go see a doctor and go through lab tests that will give you an idea of the current physical state of your heart. A couple of examples are your blood pressure and cholesterol levels. From there, you will know whether you simply have to keep and maintain a healthy heart or you need to put extra work to get your heart health back to normal.

2. Stay Active

If you're like me who spends pretty much of my working time sitting in front of my PC, you better get up and start moving. Yup, I take quick breaks once in a while, either to get a glass of water, pee break, or simply to get a fresh breath of air outside. Avoid staying sedentary for extended periods of time. So, take a walk or use the stairs whenever and wherever you can.

World Day of the Sick 2016 + 4 Health Tips

Is this your first time to hear about this special day? Me, too! Well, according to Wikipedia, it is a feast day of the Roman Catholic Church which was instituted on May 13, 1992 by Pope John Paul II. It began on on February 11, 1993 and is celebrated every year on the commemoration of Our Lady of Lourdes, as "a special time of prayer and sharing, of offering one's suffering". So let us all take a moment today to think about our fellow men who are sick and offer prayers for them.

After that, I think it is better to talk about health, instead, and how to prevent sickness from happening. We should all commit to make lifestyle choices that will be favorable to our cells for them to stay healthy and fight against diseases and degeneration.

Four Actions For Health : 

1. Eat Right

       Good health starts with proper nutrition. Nothing could ever replace a meal made from fresh, organic ingredients, prepared the best way that will not reduce its nutritional value. Eat in moderation too! I don't believe in certain food deprivation, as long as there's a good balance of these foods.

2. Exercise Regularly

       An active body is a healthy body. There is no need for heavy physical activity, as long as, you're consistent. Rain or shine, you go for a 30-minute run around your neighborhood. Or dance like crazy after jumping out of bed in the morning. You will definitely feel more energized and eventually get the results you want if you're trying to lose weight.