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Here's the list of 13 Whitening Products found positive with Mercury content. According to the report, at least 13 "new" skin-whitening products being sold in Manila and Makati Cities have tested positive for mercury, a substance that can pose a danger to health, an ecological group said Tuesday. EcoWaste Coalition alerted the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on the products, whose mercury content it said can damage the kidneys and the nervous system, and interfere with brain development in fetuses and young children. image credit: aliexpress.com The 13 samples included: 1. Feique Whitening Anti-Freckle Cream manufactured/distributed by GLDJB (Harbin) Cosmetics Ltd., China; bought for P60 from stall IA 43-45, 168 Mall, Divisoria, Manila; 16,000 ppm of mercury 2. Feique Golden Aloe Whitening Anti-Scar, Anti Freckle Set manufactured/distributed by GLDJB (Harbin)Cosmetics Ltd., China; bought for P60 from stall IA 43-45, 168 Mall, Divisoria, Manila; 25,000 ppm of me

Does White Rice cause Diabetes? According to the report from AFP, Health researchers said on Thursday they had found a troubling link between higher consumption of rice and Type 2 diabetes, a disease that in some countries is becoming an epidemic. Further work is need to probe the apparent association and diets that are notoriously high in sugar and fats should remain on the no-go list, they cautioned. "What we've found is white rice is likely to increase the risk of Type 2 diabetes, especially at high consumption levels such as in Asian populations," Qi Sun of the Harvard School of Public Health told AFP.

How would you like to run for a cause? McDonald's will be holding its annual McHappy Day Fun Run this November 27, 2011 at McKinley Hill. The run is for the benefit of the Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC), the charity of choice of McDonald's , and its banner program Bright Minds Read (BMR). Join the 5K (Open) and 10K (Open) Distance Categories. Registration is until November 20, 2011. You can register online through www.mchappyday.com.ph or in the following registration centers: McDonald's outlet in Alabang Town Center, El Pueblo, Greenbelt 1, Greenhills, and Piazza Mall at McKinley Hill. Join now! Take one giant step for reading on #McHappyDay ! Join the race: 1K & 3K (kids), 3K (family), 5K & 10K (indiv).

Winter can be a hugely vulnerable time for the body, with pesky germs thriving on the warmth of well-incubated office blocks, houses and shops. With so much illness about, it’s almost inevitable that you’ll feel a slight twinge in your throat at some point. But thankfully there are easy ways to combat the onset of germs. Indeed, you can save yourself a lot time and money by avoiding the pharmacy altogether and simply eating your way towards better immunity. White blood cells in the body work to fight bacteria and harmful toxins. However, to perform effectively, these cells need to regenerate in an effort to defend you from feeling ill. There are a number of key foods we can consume to feed our white blood cells with the nutrients they need to thrive and these may include the following: Eating yogurt for better immunity — Judging from their frequently bad press, you might assume that all forms of bacteria are out to get you. Thankfully, this couldn’t be further from the truth. ‘Good’

I would like to share these good health tips which I received from my e-mail inbox. For good health, follow the 80-20 principle.   The 5 elements The human body is composed of five elements: akasa (ether), vayu (air), agni (fire), jel (water), and pritvi (earth). When kept in balance, the presence and combination of these elements assist the body in its functions. These elements also help the body get rid of toxins. 1. Akasa. Emptiness is power. Ether or, essentially, empty space in the body is created through fasting and prayer. When a person fasts, the emptiness created helps the body remove the accumulated waste in the system. Rev. Dr. Maliekal encourages everyone to fast at least once a week. A person could do this by eating raw vegetables and fruits only, including juices and water; by having less meals than what he normally has in a day; or, if he is ready, by taking in water only. Fasting has some considerations and is ideally done under the close supervision of a naturopa

Read books and Learn the 7 Steps to living strong, loving God, and serving others. Overweight, slouched, deconditioned, and very tired. This describes millions of men and women who are frustrated in their desire to serve others because their bodies and minds simply aren’t up to the task. Health author Lisa Morrone gives readers an overall life plan for restoring their energy and ability and staying strong in their usefulness throughout their life span. Not a short-term repair job—-not a rigid, inflexible plan-—this resource lays out balanced, practical advice in seven areas: weight loss nutrition posture strength flexibility brain health rest This multifaceted book points readers to effective lifestyle changes that will add life to their years by restoring their vitality and sense of meaning. Such renewal will last because it’s initiated and maintained by a greater purpose—that of serving their friends and family, and serving God. Get Healthy…for Heaven’s Sake (ISBN-13: 9

Here's a tip from 'On Call' on How to learn if the meat is Double Dead or Bocha? Meanwhile, according to the report from GMA News Solon wants stiffer penalties for ‘botcha’ traders, vendors Traders and vendors caught selling “botcha" or double-dead meat in wet markets should face stiffer fines and longer terms in prison, Senator Francis Pangilinan said Tuesday.  Pangilinan, who is also the Senate committee chair on agriculture and food, is proposing to jack up the fine for selling “botcha" to P50,000 to P200,000 from the current P1,000 to P5,000. He also wants to lengthen the prison term for selling double-dead meat to six to 12 years from the current six months. <p>This page requires a higher version browser</p> video credit:gmanews

Del Monte Fit 'n Right brings you a fun and intuitive app for counting calories and sugar content in everyday meals. The Del Monte Fit 'n Right Calorie Counter also shows how much calories and sugar you can avoid by drinking Del Monte Fit 'n Right. Just using the app gets you a coupon that you can use to claim a free Del Monte Fit 'n Right Iced Tea which has L-Carninitine and no sugar and calories! Visit any 7-Eleven store, present your coupon and claim your Del Monte Fit 'n Right Iced Tea with a single purchase of any Del Monte product. Just log on to Facebook, head to the Del Monte Fit 'n Right fanpage, install the app, and count away. follow the link: ChurpChurp Philippines | Social Share » INTRODUCING THE DEL MONTE FIT 'N RIGHT CALORIE COUNTER (Preview)

WHEN FAT ISN'T FIT. Obesity is now a global problem. Obesity pose many health problems which Pinoys seem to be oblivious about. Statistics show that one in every four adult Pinoy is fat, as more Pinoys now prefer staying at home to watch television or play computer games rather than hitting the outdoors. Watch Bawal Ang Pasaway kay Mareng Winnie 8pm tonight on News TV. video credit:gmanetwork

The Department of Health (DoH) secretary Enrique Ona said that based on the initial research work of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), the local herbal plant Tawa-Tawa “appears” to have “some effects” on rehydration. “It looks like they [DOST] have already isolated the active ingredient in the plant and it appears that it really has some effect,” he said.  Dehydration, aside from hemorrhage, is one of the common causes of death among dengue patients. Dengue survivors who claim they were cured by the plant professed that their blood platelets count increased after drinking boiled water with tawa-tawa leaves. Ona, however, cautioned the public against self-medication, especially in cases of dengue.

Mareng Winnie's knees buckle at the sight of needles. Acupuncture, plant-based medicines, controlled diets and other non-invasive options on Bawal ang Pasaway kay Mareng Winnie tonight, 8pm on GMA News TV Channel 11. Gusto mo bang bumata? Gusto mo bang gumaling sa iyong sakit? Gusto mo bang pumayat? Baka alternatibong medisina na ang solusyon sa problema mo. Alamin kung epektib nga ba ang mga ito, ngayong Miyerkules sa Bawal ang Pasaway kay Mareng Winnie.

I received this article from my e-mail from Men's Health magazine. Patients with congestive heart failure, a condition that may be caused by high blood pressure, a previous heart attack, or even a congenital defect, need to control their fluid intake to avoid overload. Cardiologist Romeo Merino, MD, explains that the condition causes the weakening of heart muscles, resulting to poor blood circulation. This may cause pooling of blood in the heart, lungs, liver, and legs, which in turn may cause shortness of breath, enlargement of the abdomen, and swelling of the legs. To manage the condition, patients are sometimes put on medication to expand blood vessels or help the heart pump more efficiently. I can’t go more than 50 continuous turns on a skip rope. I stop and start constantly, although I do it for 30 minutes. Is this okay? —Tomas, via e-mail The stopping and starting may not really affect your routine, says fitness coach Hercules Callanta, CSCS. “Thirty minutes of skipping

Just received this information from my Yahoo Inbox. A forwarded message from a good friend and just want to share here. CLEAN YOUR KIDNEYS: Years pass by and our kidneys are filtering the blood by removing salt, poison and any unwanted entering our body. With time, the salt accumulates and this needs to undergo cleaning treatments. How are we going to do this? It is very easy, first take a bunch of parsley and wash it clean Then cut it in small pieces and put it in a pot and pour clean water and boil it for ten minutes and let it cool down and then filter it and pour in a clean bottle and keep it inside refrigerator to cool. Drink one glass daily and you will notice all salt and other accumulated poison coming out of your kidney by urination. Also you will be able to notice the difference which you never felt before. Parsley is known as best cleaning treatment for kidneys and it is natural!