Off to a Good Start

by: Arlyn B. Amboy

Before we see our favorite players strutt their stuff in the court, they have some things that they do. Most people tend to take this for granted when in fact it is one of the most important things in sports or some activities... Warm-up exercises. It can be as simple as a brisk walk or a slow jog which should be completed prior to stretching and more strenuous exercise. Its objective is to raise total body temperature and muscle temperature to prepare the entire body for vigorous activity.

The two main purpose of this is to enhance performance and of course prevent injuries. Warm-up increase the blood circulation in order to raise both the general body and the deep muscle temperatures, it helps heat up the muscles, ligaments and tendons in preparation for more vigorous activity. A proper warm-up provide many benefits due to elevated temperatures associated with it. The likelihood of injury is reduced. Athletic performance can be improved. The warm-up increases muscle efficiency, reduces potential for muscle pulls, improves reaction time and improves the speed of movement of muscled and ligaments.

“Proper warm-up can also help reduce the severity of post-exercise muscle soreness. The higher temperatures and increased blood flow resulting from warm-up are important for delivery of oxygen to the muscles and for prevention of build-up of unwanted waste products which can lead to muscle soreness.” (http://www.fundamentalsoccer.com/members/TOUSI.html)

Although some people usually mistaken stretching for warm-up, the difference is it is important to warm-up first before stretching, because if one stretches the muscles without prior warm-up, the muscles are cold and are more prone to injury, such as muscle tear or strain.

So before enjoying your favorite sport be sure to be equipped with your gears and do some warm-up and be the best athlete you can be!

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Team Providence

by ALBERT R. SISON, JR.

To Prove. To Provide. Last year, a small group of communication students held their Communication Campaign last year to a small, unknown school in Antipolo. It was just a requirement for a major subject on our 2nd year 1st semester that unknowingly will lead us to helping little children in the every best way that we can. At first, we wanted to conduct a free medical and dental check up, but because of the schedule given to us by the school conflicting to the schedule of the doctors and dentists that we've contacted, it seemed impossible for us to continue this deed. It didn't hit us that much until one doctor particularly told our one member that why would we do this kind of campaign if we are not medical or dental students having their practice. Finally, we have decided to just have a HEALTH AWARENESS PROGRAM for the students of Cabading Elementary School. We felt that it will be a great help for them since their school doesn't have concrete buildings, only made of wood and bamboo, and also, they are beside a forest. With the help of Mrs. Elvira Teston, the princpal of Cabading Elementary School, a final date was set. On October 3, 2008, The Health Awareness Program of Team Providence was held. Arriving early, we set up the tarpaulin and other posters given to us by red cross that helps in providing awareness on dengue and other health issues and problems. At 9:00 p.m., the program started, 50 plus students were present at that time, all enthusiast about the event. Mr. Albeno Del Monte, the Health Coordinator of Department of Education, Antipolo branch, gladly offered his services by being our speaker for the event. He talked about certain sickness that the students can get from school or their very homes. he also talked about health awareness and certain tips on how to prevent sickness. After the talk, we gladly presented to the principal and the students the medicine and vitamins that we are donating to the school care of UNILAB. We are very fortunate for having them as our sponsors. The event ended with fun and games for the students. It was very fulfilling to see this young, unfortunate kids smiling, having fun, and satisfied. It was a great feat and achievement for us who are just students to help and contribute to the health awareness of this kids. The campaign experience was a lot of fun, but having to help other kids adds a lot of satisfaction.

Rabies Prevention?

Rabies remains to be one of the most fatal viruses not just in the Philippines, but in the whole world. In the Philippines alone, according to the Department of Health, 200-500 Filipinos die every year because of rabies making the Philippines the top six country that has the highest number of cases of rabies in the whole world. But what is rabies and do we only get it by being bitten by dogs? is a viral neuroinvasive disease that causes acute encaphalitis (inflammation of the brain ) in warm-blooded animals. It is zoonotic (i.e. transmitted by animals), most commonly by a bite from an infected animal but occasionally by other forms of contact. Rabies is almost invariably fatal if post-exposure prophylaxis is not administered prior to the onset of severe symptoms. Early-stage symptoms of rabies are malaise, headache and fever,later progressing to more serious ones, including acute pain, violent movements, uncontrolled excitement, depression and inability to swallow water. Finally, the patient may experience periods of mania and lethargy, followed by coma. The primary cause of death is usually respiratory insufficiency.

Last month, I and some of my classmates conducted a research about "tandok" or the native way of removing rabies. They are usually found in provinces here in the Philippines like Tarlac. Before they use "sungay ng kalabaw" but now, due to technology, they've created a somehow medical device. With this device, they prick you, and the device will suck the blood with rabies. They said that the color and texture of the blood is different from a normal blood. We tried to interview a doctor and we are very fortunate to have Dr. Leendon LeeSuy, a Medical Specialist of Department of Health. He told us that it will still be better to go to doctors and have a medical way of preventing virus which is having anti-rabies injections since it is proven unlike with "tandok" where in there is still no medical and scientific evidence that it really works. He also stressed out that Rabies cannot be seen by our naked eye and those blood that they were talking about are merely clotted blood.

At the end of the day, It really depends on a person if he will believe in Tandok, and it depends if he will believe that the rabies will be prevented, it's all about his faith.

-article by ALBERT R. SISON JR.

ORANGE- A NUTRITIONAL FRUIT

Oranges are most commonly liked by majority of people of all age groups because of it's delicious taste. But do you know that this fruit is a rich source of vitamins especially vitamin C which is essential to your health?

Aside from Vitamin C, oranges contain beta carotene which is an important antioxidant which safeguards our body from various ailments. We all know the importance of calcium for the development and formation of strong and healthy bones. This important calcium can be provided to the body via intake of oranges. Moreover, oranges provide folic acid for the proper development and functioning of the brain. The magnesium that is present in oranges also helps in keeping one's blood pressure under control and the potassium content ensures that one has a healthy cardiovascular system.
The potassium that it also provides help in maintaining electrolyte balance of cells.

So you see, these are just some of the great benefits that you can achieve through oranges. Why not try including it in your diet? You'll be healthy by taking a fruit that is absolutely nutritious and affordable.


- Jannah Grhey O. Dingal

Sweetest Downfall

by: Arlyn Amboy


Cake, ice cream, pastries, chocolate and most of all, our favorite... oh yes, that plain steamed white rice. These are the things we reall want to thank the Guy above for! And if money is no consideration, we would enjoy them as much as we can (but of course everything that is too much is bad) But not for people with diabetes, they are doomed to as much as possible avoid these heavenly stuff for let's say a very long time.

I got a good friend of mine and and a blockmate as well whose mom has acquired diabetes, Tita Lita Legaspi, 57, found out of her disease 2 years ago. She's now maintaining some drugs and a diet to keep her from the complications, and best of all beat the old disease.

"Diabetes Mellitus (DM) is a set of related diseases in the body that cannot regulate the amount of sugar (specifically, glucose) in the blood. Type 1 diabetes:The body stops producing insulin or produces too little insulin to regulate blood glucose level. Type 2 diabetes: The pancreas secretes insulin, but the body is partially or completely unable to use the resistance by secreting more and more insulin." http://www.emedicinehealth.com/diabetes/article

Right now Tita Lita have to visit her doctor twice a year for Hematology, blood chemistry and urinalysis to check sugar's presence in her blood. Fasting Blood Sugar or Fasting Plasma Glucose test for sugar level. She also has to keep her diet that includes fruits, a cup of rice for lunch and low-fat wheat bread for dinner. Water theraphy is also advised. It demands avoidance of TOO much eating, sugary foods, and those carbo-packed stuff. She's also taking some drugs and milk supplement that for advertising purposes I won't mention.

Good thing her family is pretty rich, I mean supportive. They remind her of the diet whenever she forgets. Now I know why there's always cake for merienda everytime I go there.

The Biggest Loser

by ALBERT SISON JR.

Did you know that there is a television reality show where in the loser is the big winner? The biggest loser is a reality show in The United States of America and it features overweight contestants competing to lose the largest percentage of their body weight and receive the title of “biggest loser,’ along with a $250,000 grand prize. The show was a huge hit not only in the ratings but also in inspiring others to exercise and to be more conscious to their health. The contestants became instant celebrities as well as role models to those who are still having a hard time controlling their gluttony. At the start of the show, contestants are eager to win for the prize, but as the show goes on, the show made them realize the consequences of their actions, and how being healthy will make their live longer. Up to now, the Biggest Loser season one first grand winner, Mr. Ryan Benson, remains to be a role model, not only the contestants of other seasons, but also to all the audience of the said show. During the show, Ryan Benson, which was 36 years old during the start of the show, weighs 330 pounds. At the end of the show, he loses 122 pounds making him 208 pounds heavy and the biggest loser. Now the life of Mr. Ryan Benson continuous to be healthy as he brought all the things he learned, whether the right diet or the proper routine of exercise to his normal life.