Here are some health tips from an expert.
Department of Health
The point is to always prioritize what is healthy and to be mindful of the unhealthy ones.
“Hindi naman kailangang iwasan, kailangan lang bawasan,”
he told DZMM, and added,
“Pag naramdaman nang busog… wag na nating lampasan.”
As for drinking, there is no safe amount, but he recommended the “one standard drink per hour” strategy. He discouraged binge drinking or consuming large amounts of alcohol in a short time, and added that people who plan to drive or light firecrackers should not drink alcohol.
Cardiologist Dr. Iris Garcia of the Philippine Heart Association suggested that olive oil is highly recommended for cooking holiday dishes, as it
can help lower blood pressure and contains anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. However, this type of oil is a bit expensive, and some healthy but affordable types she suggested are canola and sunflower oils.
The expert also set these reminders for a heart-healthy lifestyle:
Pagkain na masustansya
Huwag manigarilyo
Aktibong pamumuhay
Presyon ay kontrolin
Uminom ng maintenance
Sugar ay kontrolin
Obesity ay iwasan
Matulog nang kumpleto
Umiwas sa stress
No to alcohol
Ayawan ang cholesterol