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Continuing in its dedication to the modernization of the museum experience, Ayala Museum has now launched its own native app and becomes the first art & culture museum in the country to do so. The Ayala Mueum app acts as a digital museum for anyone anywhere, making it easier than ever to experience the best of Philippine art & culture whenever you want. The app gives users a glimpse into the museum's permanent exhibitions: The Diormas of Philippine History, Gold of Ancestors, A Millennium Contact, and Art and the Order of Nature. What makes it even better is that the audio guides that supplement the collections are now available through the app for easy access. Users will get a look into the museum's current changing exhibitions, get updates on their latest events, programs, and other visitor information. More importantly, the app opens up access for everyone to their collections and programs with only a couple of clicks. In another app excl...

by: Susan Bowerman, M.S., RD, CSSD, CSOWM, FAND, Sr. Director, Worldwide Nutrition Education and Training Source: Herbalife Nutrition As teenagers, we could get by on a diet of pizza, chips and fast food without much thought. As we move through college and beyond, nutrition becomes increasingly important.  Here are a few key actions and nutrients to ensure optimum health through your 20s, 30s, 40s and beyond. In your 20s Drink enough water.   When you're rushing between school, work and social activities, it's easy to forget to hydrate. Carry a large water bottle with you at all times and aim to drink at least two liters of water per day. Pack smart snacks. Adults 20 to 39 consume 15.3 percent of their calories from fast food according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Instead of racking up empty calories, choose healthy meals you can throw together in a snap.  Nutrient essentials: calcium and folic acid . You're still ...

It's an honor as a Filipino to know that proudly Philippine-made rum Tanduay is capturing palates of the world's connoisseurs as it recently gathers prestigious international awards. The major recognitions the brand received for its various products included:  Gold award for Tanduay Rum Gold - Rum & Cachaca Masters 2018 (Gold Rum Premium category) Double gold medal and best white rum citation for Tanduay  Rum Silver - San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2018 Silver award for Tanduay Rum Gold - San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2018 Gold and Silver awards for Tanduay Rum Silver and Gold - Tastings of the Chicago-based Beverage Tasting Institute Category Winner for Tanduay Rum Silver and Gold - World Rum Awards (Column Still Rum) These award-giving bodies are among the most prestigious spirits competitions in the world and recognized internationally as most influential in the spirits industry. All these achievements are borne from Tanduay...

Rice is the staple food of Filipinos and that's one reason why we eat rice with almost everything, and normally with more than just one cup, three times a day—it's the staple that completes the meals on the table. A rationale that no wonder Filipinos still do not feel  their hunger has been satisfied if rice isn't part of the meal. "Can't live without rice," a very common statement of Filipinos, because rice has also been an important part of the Philippine culture, that one basis of growing up and maturity is whether or not you can cook/steam rice properly. Rice is versatile and it's what makes the dish unique. Besides the fact that a meal is more scrumptious with rice, it is also nutritive. It helps control blood pressure, improves metabolism, and promotes cardiovascular health. Rice is also rich in carbohydrates that provide energy, and has small amounts of protein but has no fat. Rice can be served in many different ways—from simple...

During summer we think of something to do that is fun and still educational which we want both moms and dads would really enjoy together with our kids. It's a joy for Nathan and I that we were part of the Gardenia Kiddie Tour and workshop. It's hard to please my Nathan and I am so happy that he enjoyed every part of our activities together with other moms and kids. Mommies and kids were given name tags to write our names and decorate in our fun and artistic way. Kids had a dance number with Gardeniamascot and staff. The kids learned about the nutrition they get from good food. through story telling, and to make it more interesting they participated as characters of the story. A tour around Gardenia gained them new friends. Nathan also overcame his shyness when they were taught how to speak to say something about each part of the building and aslo experienced how to become a Gardenia crew to describe what they are selling which made me so proud of my son. ...

The moment our child is born, we parents are already thinking of good education. When the time comes that our child is ready for school, we want the best education. Being a parent, I am aware that it is not that easy to find the right school – it takes time, effort and research. Aside from school, we also want to go extra mile of giving them more learning aside from what they study. Back in 2009, a parent named Dori Roberts had a hard time finding an educational program to get her six- and eight-year-old started on engineering. The Virginian mother was also an educator specializing in math and science, and she quickly realized that there is a need for a Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) program that is geared towards young children. Where most parents would have just given up and enrolled their children in regular schools, Robert saw opportunity. With her extensive background in STEM and a passion for teaching, she started Engineering for Kids (EF...

Filipino athletes are among those who I believe are tough challengers in sports and will do what it takes to be the best even in tough times. Will Filipino athletes take the challenge on what is known as the world's toughest bike race? Race Across America (RAAM) is regarded by many as the most challenging of bike races globally because of its gruelling format – non-stop cycling across 13 states. On July 28, 2018, all athletes and cycling enthusiasts from the Philippines and Asia are welcome to experience RAAM  through RAAMpage – the first official Southeast Asian qualifier for RAAM. Registration and sign-ups are now open and can be reached through www.cyclingraampage.com . As a qualifier recognized and approved by Race Across America, RAAMpage will be embodying the format of RAAM via a time trial race. 6 hour time trial 12 hour time trial 24 hour time trial This is to make the race friendlier to athletes and cyclists of all levels, professional and non-pro cyc...

Manila, Philippines  – CENTEX, Ayala Foundation's flagship education program, offers bright children from underprivileged families access quality primary public education. It's an inspiration for all to support and believe in children's talents and skills in different ways.  CENTEX gives students the opportunity not only in academics, but also to hone their talents in the arts, particularly in music and dance. Through the after-hours program, students excel not only in academics; they also hone their skills in other areas of learning and development. This year, CENTEX celebrates its 20th anniversary, and to mark this occasion Ayala Foundation, in partnership with the Ayala Multi-Purpose Cooperative, is hosting "MAD4Arts," a benefit concert for the CENTEX After-Hours Program on May 9, 2018, at the Ayala Museum, Makati City. Serving as musical director for this concert is Maestro Ruggero Barbieri, former music director and principal conductor ...