Not too long ago, matcha was everywhere. But these days, another colorful ingredient is stealing the spotlight. Ube, the Philippines' beloved purple yam, is showing up in more drinks, desserts, and café menus, proving that a local favorite can stand alongside global trends. Read more »
Plant-based dressings, keto-friendly breads and other innovative food products are taking the spotlight at this year's Negros Oriental Food Expo 2026. Read more »
Start your day with healthy digestion. Discover seven simple morning habits that may help promote regular bowel movements, support gut health, and reduce the risk of constipation. Read more »
Baguio City has taken another step toward strengthening its local coffee industry after planting around 1,200 tree seedlings under its Community Coffee Tree Planting Program in Barangay Happy Hollow. Read more »
A rare Philippine endemic plant that had not been documented in Mount Apo Natural Park for more than 100 years has been rediscovered, the DENR in the Davao Region announced. Read more »
AstraZeneca has officially moved its experimental drug, elecoglipron, into late-stage trials after mid-stage clinical data revealed that a simple, once-daily pill can deliver double-digit weight loss. According to results published in The Lancet, patients taking the tablet shed an average of 10.5% of their body weight over 26 weeks, with the highest dose increasing this to 11.8% by week 36. Read more »
