LAC Philippines promotes guilt-free, feel-good celebrations through mindful eating and targeted wellness.

The Philippines is known for having the longest Christmas season in the world. As early as the ber months, lights and decorations are set up, and holiday promos fill stores and screens, signaling the start of months-long celebrations centered around family, friends, and, more often, food. From lechon and bibingka to festive drinks, the season is filled with indulgence and togetherness. While these moments bring warmth and joy, the National Nutrition Council (NNC) continues to remind the public that excessive eating and drinking can take a toll on one’s health.

According to the NNC, mindful eating, moderation, and balanced meals guided by the Pinggang Pinoy model are essential for maintaining good nutrition during the holidays. Overindulgence, particularly in alcohol and rich food, can strain the liver, disrupt digestion, and contribute to unwanted weight gain or other health concerns.

Mindful Indulgence During the Holidays

The holidays are meant to be enjoyed, and that includes sharing good food with loved ones. Practicing mindful indulgence helps savor meals, while staying comfortable throughout the season without feeling guilt or discomfort. Simple habits like watching portions, drinking enough water, and keeping the body moving support digestion and steady energy.

To further support Filipinos in enjoying the festivities without compromising their health, LAC Philippines promotes balanced wellness through targeted nutrition. LAC offers scientifically-based supplements that strengthen the body’s natural defenses, promote balance, and support inner wellness during the most indulgent time of the year.

One of these essential supplements is LAC Activated® Liver Protector when rich dishes and alcohol are common. Formulated with a synergistic blend of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) herbs such as Sanchi, Red Peony Root, Hawthorn Fruit, Lotus Leaf, and Turmeric (Rhizoma Curcumae Longae), it helps prevent and relieve fatty liver and lower bad blood lipids. It also supports the body’s natural detoxification process and promotes efficient fat and toxin metabolism. For optimal results, take one to two vegicaps twice daily with warm water after meals to keep the liver healthy and efficient in processing fats and toxins throughout the festive period.

For those who experience post-celebration bloating and want to feel lighter after hearty meals,  LAC LeanCut® Belli Lean™ offers a delicious and convenient way to support fat metabolism and reduce belly fat. It contains Medium Chain Triglycerides (MCTs) that are easily converted into energy to support an active lifestyle. Its proprietary blend of Corn Silk, Lemon Balm, Red Vine Leaf, Lotus Leaf, and Eucommia Leaf Extracts helps reduce visceral fat, enhance fat metabolism, relieve water retention, and promote a leaner, lighter midsection. This makes it suitable for individuals with high-fat or high-carb diets, sedentary lifestyles, or those simply aiming to maintain a balanced figure throughout the holidays. Simply take one to three sticks daily on its own or mix with water.

Wellness That Lasts Beyond the Holidays

Celebrating mindfully is not about restriction but about balance. It allows people to enjoy traditions while supporting the body’s overall wellness from within. With the right habits and support from LAC’s wellness essentials, Filipinos can enter the new year feeling lighter, stronger, and more energized.

Because the best celebrations are those that nurture both body and spirit, leaving you ready to welcome the year ahead in your best form.

From late night grinds, early calls, side gigs, and everything in between, most Pinoys are always on the move. But in a world where the hustle never stops, sometimes a quick pause coupled with a flavorful, huwow-worthy snack can help keep one going.

With a lineup that includes favorites like Chicken Skin ni Mang Juan and Chicharron ni Mang Juan in classic Filipino flavors, Mang Juan is a truly Pinoy snack that can help fuel one’s grind.

Aside from the classic flavors that Pinoys, including P-pop Kings SB19, enjoy, Mang Juan introduces another reason to keep snacking: the light and crispy seafood flavors of Kropek ni Mang Juan.

P-Pop Group SB19 Justin and Josh with their favorite Kropek ni Mang Juan.

Packed with “Huwow sa Pinoy Sarap” goodness, every crunchy bite of Kropek ni Mang Juan brings a new twist on the usual seafood flavors, while still staying true to what makes Mang Juan a Filipino favorite.

Whether you're into sweet-salty snacks or chips with a hint of spice, your cravings are covered with Kropek ni Mang Juan’s Sweet Chili Hipon and Spicy Fried Pusit flavors. These seafood-flavored snacks are light, flavorful, and proudly Pinoy, made to match your drive and fire. The Sweet Chili Hipon delivers that tamis-alat kick that hits just right, while Spicy Fried Pusit brings a saktong anghang, asim at alat that wakes up your senses.

And when it comes to hustling, who better to relate to than SB19? The P-pop kings know the grind all too well—with rehearsals, tours, and shoots that usually require peak energy and passion. “Nakakapagod ang training at rehearsals namin, pero worth it para sa mga A’TIN,” shares Stell. “That’s why it’s nice to have a snack like Mang Juan na talagang nakakagana sa sarap.”

Enjoy the seafood flavors of Kropek ni Mang Juan – Spicy Fried Pusit and the newest release, Sweet Chili Hipon.

So whether you're in study mode or gearing up for another long day, fuel your grind and grab a bite of Mang Juan for that “Huwow!” snacking experience.

If you haven’t tried SB19’s go-to snack, Mang Juan, this is your sign to try it for yourself. Just like them, fuel your grind with the nakaka-Huwow sa Pinoy Sarap goodness of Kropek ni Mang Juan. From the classic Chicharron and Chicken Skin to the newest addition, Kropek ni Mang Juan, the total Mang Juan snack lineup just keeps getting better.

Visit and grab a pack of Mang Juan at your nearest supermarkets, groceries, and convenience stores nationwide.

Christmas in the Philippines is unlike anywhere else in the world. As early as September, streets, malls, and homes come alive with twinkling lights and decorations. Christmas carols fill the air, and families begin planning reunions, vacations, and gifts for loved ones.

But with the holiday rush, the spirit of gift-giving can sometimes lose its heart. It’s easy to settle for something generic and forget what makes the Christmas gift-giving in the Philippines come alive: The love, sincerity, and care that go into every present, making each gift extra special.

The Nutella brand team, KOLs and media came together last November 21st, to celebrate the holiday spirit through a Nutella Christmas Express pop-up filled with Nutella goodies and treats

This year, Nutella brought back the warmth and wonder of meaningful giving through the Nutella Express.  Last November 21st, a delightful, train-shaped Christmas pop-up appeared at the Bonifacio Global City Runnr Area. The Nutella Express was inspired by the quaint and lively Christmas villages abroad, where food trucks abound, and, just as a train connects people and places, the Nutella Express pop-up connected families through moments of joy, creativity, and sweetness.

The Nutella Express train that housed the Nutella treats and products

Members of the Nutella team showcased the Nutella jars and B-ready goodies that were available at the Nutella Express.

Step inside this charming Nutella Express! Guests were invited to indulge in Nutella treats and Christmas bites, made even better with Nutella. Think cinnamon rolls, tiramisu, bibingka, and champorado. Then, they moved along the craft car and created their own festive kit, packed with Nutella goodies, including a limited-edition Nutella sweater.

Best of all, guests personalized their very own Nutella Christmas jar—by adding their name and that of their loved ones or gift recipient to make it truly special. With that simple, heartfelt touch, each jar became a one-of-a-kind present filled with love, warmth, and the spirit of giving.

Personalized Nutella jars – a heartfelt touch this holiday season.

Personalized Nutella jars were available at the Nutella Express train.

The limited-edition Nutella Christmas sweater.

The guests pose with their own creations – a holiday snowglobe made with Nutella jars

The experience invited families to slow down, make memories, and spend quality time together as they rediscovered the simple magic of togetherness and giving from the heart.

 

Beyond the experience of The Nutella Express, it is where happiness and joy are spread through families, making memories that last. This season, Nutella invites Filipino families to hop aboard the Nutella Express, celebrate #PaskongPinoyTraditions, and #SpreadNutellaLove.

Make this holiday season as magical as ever, one heartfelt moment at a time, with this Pinoy Christmas.

Visit www.nutella.com.ph for more Christmas recipe inspirations or follow:

Facebook: @NutellaPhilippines

Instagram: @nutellaphofficial

Audiences today are bombarded with ads, pop-ups, and promotional noise, so they crave authenticity. This is the PR gold that customer success stories can offer!

People are tired of hearing brand offers — they want the proof of claims, such as changed lives, solved problems, or created opportunities. With authentic customer stories, you can position yourself as a trustworthy brand and not just another business giving false promises.

Let’s break down the strategies you can employ to share success stories effectively.

Why Customer Success Stories Matter in the Philippines

Word-of-mouth and community trust drive the buying decisions of Filipinos. That said, customer success stories definitely serve as a powerful tool to build brand credibility and emotional connection in the Philippines.

Filipinos Value Relatability Over Hype

Marketing claims are easy to make. But when a customer says, “This brand helped me provide for my family” or “This service made my life easier,” most Filipino consumers listen. Authentic stories resonate more than polished ad taglines.

They Humanize Your Brand

Behind every business is a community of people: employees, clients, partners, and customers. Sharing their stories puts a human face to your brand, showing that you’re not just selling but also empowering.

They Build Trust and Loyalty

A well-shared success story is valuable social proof. Filipinos often rely on peer recommendations, so they trust your brand more when they encounter real experiences proving your claims.

They Inspire and Influence

Success stories don’t just highlight what your business offers; they inspire others to imagine themselves achieving the same results. It’s storytelling with impact.

How PR Amplifies Customer Success Stories

While any business can collect testimonials, PR turns them into narratives that resonate and scale. Here’s how it works:

1. Framing the Story for Maximum Impact

A PR agency knows how to turn a raw testimonial into a compelling narrative. Instead of a simple “I like this product,” the story becomes: “This product helped me achieve my goals faster than I imagined.”

2. Choosing the Right Platforms

Different stories fit different platforms. A heartwarming customer journey might belong in a lifestyle magazine, while a technical success story might do better on LinkedIn. PR ensures your story is launched on the right platform to reach the right audience.

3. Tapping Media Relationships

Journalists love authentic, people-centered stories. A PR agency in the Philippines can pitch your customer success stories to media outlets to get coverage that’s more credible than an ad.

4. Combining Traditional and Digital PR

Traditional media in the Philippines still has strong influence while digital platforms dominate daily life. An agency fluent in both traditional and digital PR can help spread success stories across both landscapes, be it press releases, TV features, podcasts, and TikTok reels.

Best Practices for Sharing Customer Success Stories

Sharing customer success stories effectively takes more than just putting out testimonials — you need to present these feedbacks creatively. 

• Get Permission: Always secure the customer’s consent and ensure they’re comfortable sharing their story. Building trust at this stage ensures authenticity later.

• Highlight the Transformation: Audiences want to see the “before and after.” Focus on the problem, the journey, and the solution, not just your brand.

• Use Multimedia Storytelling: Don’t stop at written testimonials. Videos, podcasts, photo essays, and live interviews bring stories to life.

• Keep It Local: Stories grounded in Filipino values resonate deeply, especially when shaped with cultural sensitivity.

These tips are crucial in carefully and effectively highlighting customer success stories.

Let Your Customers Do the Talking

Trust and relationships powerfully drive consumer choices in the Philippines. Here, customer success stories are, more than marketing tools, relationship builders. 

If your brand has customers whose lives have been changed by your product or service, don’t keep those stories hidden. With the right PR agency by your side, those stories could be the reason more Filipinos choose and stick with your brand.

Turn your customer success stories into powerful campaigns today!

Stay chill and refreshed with C2’s fruity flavors, including the new Freeze Melon

Warm days can get you feeling uncomfortable, particularly those high-temperature mornings and afternoons that leave you sweaty and drained. In moments like these, it’s always nice to enjoy a refreshing drink to help you stay cool and relaxed throughout the day.

If you’re looking for something refreshing and fruity C2 Freeze Melon is the freshest way to enjoy your favorite tea. Aside from its delicious burst of fruity melon flavor, each sip offers a relaxing cooling sensation that’s perfect for the hottest days. This new drink from C2 ready-to-drink tea brand is made with 100% natural green tea leaves that’s known to be a good source of natural antioxidants.

C2’s latest offering, C2 Freeze Melon, offers a refreshing fruity taste and a satisfying cooling sensation with every sip making it a good drink companion on warm days

Still craving for more fruity flavors from C2? Chill with the zesty, tropical taste of C2 Dalandan, or savor the fruity-meets-tea blend of C2 Peach. With their refreshingly good taste, you’re sure to crave for another bottle.

Beat the heat and stay refreshed with C2 Dalandan and C2’s latest offering, C2 Freeze Melon and C2 Peach Black Tea

Don’t let the heat slow you down. Grab your favorite C2 Cool and Clean flavors and stay relaxed, refreshed, and cool—anytime, anywhere.

For more information on your favorite C2 products, visit the brand’s Facebook and TikTok pages.

C2 Cool and Clean is a ready-to-drink green tea beverage made by Universal Robina Corporation (URC), the company behind iconic brands, such as Great Taste White, Payless Instant Noodles, Jack ‘n Jill Piattos, Cloud 9, Maxx, and Magic Crackers, which have been part of Filipinos’ lives for decades. To learn more about URC, visit its website (www.urc.com.ph), Facebook page (@URCPhilippines) and TikTok account (@URCPhilippines).

● Classic —the original, savory, and flavorful luncheon meat that has been a Filipino household staple

● Lite – contains 30% less salt & 35% less fat - perfect for those looking to satisfy their luncheon meat cravings with less guilt

● Chicken - a delightful chicken-based luncheon meat that brings a unique aroma and flavor, offering a lighter yet equally satisfying experience The cook-off featured three unique and intense rounds where participants battled it out in the kitchen, with lively commentary, big reveals, and delicious drama on every burner.

● Jujumao kicked off with a refreshing Summer Salad using Classic—a crisp, clean starter with

big flavor.

● Laureen & Miggy Cruz served a fun fusion with their Classic Pajeon-style Pancakes, bringing

Korean flair to the table.

● Grace Tanfelix spiced things up with a bold, Pinoy twist— Chicken Sisig

● Jujumao kept it fresh and satisfying with a Pesto Pasta using Chicken—a vibrant, herbaceous

dish with hearty bites.

● Laureen & Miggy Cruz dished out a cozy, indulgent Chicken Ramyun with Cheese, combining

spice and creamy texture.

● Grace Tanfelix presented a Japanese-inspired Classic Katsu Rice Bowl, a crunchy and

comforting favorite.

Round 3: Snacks

Quick snacks with a surprise twist and unexpected ingredients.

● Jujumao stunned the audience with a creative and crunchy Chicken Sando using Lite.

● Laureen & Miggy Cruz presented Lite Sushi Bites, a bite-sized, playful take on a classic.

● Grace Tanfelix served Lite Fritters (breaded style)—fun to eat and packed with umami.

At the end of each round, participants had under a minute to present their dishes and share the inspiration behind them, before the judges tasted and gave their scores. The participants were judged by esteemed culinary experts Chef Gene Gonzalez and Chef Pam Obieta.

Adding extra spice to the competition, 20% of the final score came from the audience! Guests had the chance to taste the dishes and cast real-time votes via a QR-code powered app. Leaderboard rankings shifted live, building suspense and excitement throughout the event.

The afternoon culminated in a flavorful finale—the awarding of the very first Purefoods Luncheon Meat Square-Up Cook-Off Champion, crowned to Jujumao for his bold flavors and inventive use of Luncheon Meat in every dish. Special awards were also given to honor standout moments in the kitchen:

Most Innovative Dish went to Jujumao’s creative Chicken Sando, Best in Plating was awarded to stylish duo Laureen Uy-Cruz and Miggy Cruz, and the Crowd Favorite was proudly claimed by Grace Tanfelix, whose dishes won the hearts—and tastebuds—of the guests.

Deliciousness now comes in a new shape, squared up to match your ever-evolving lifestyle—easier prep, modern packaging, and all the flavor you’ve always loved.

Everyone can try it in their households and have their cookoff version. Purefoods Luncheon Meat is now available in all leading supermarkets and e-commerce platforms nationwide, in Classic, Lite, and Chicken variants.

Because when it comes to mealtime magic, deliciousness is better when it’s squared.  

#PurefoodsLuncheonMeat #PurefoodsLuncheonMeatSquareUp #DeliciousnessSquared

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“Make Sleep Health a Priority.” Mr. Big PIllow Philippines leads the charge and celebrates all things sleep and comfort.

The country’s top lifestyle influencers and opinion leaders gathered at the concourse of SM Makati last March 15 to get the lowdown on proper sleep health and be updated on Mr. Big’s products that promise to help us improve our collective sleep quotient.  

Decoding Comfort

Mr.Big Pillow is your armor against all forms of stress because it focuses on decoding and creating physical comfort by improving your sleep. They design pillows, mattresses, and other comfort tools based on human anthropometry data and sleep behavior. Their goal? To make products that are user-friendly, safe, and ergonomically comfortable.

The Ergo-Comfort Products For Better Sleep Health

Normal pillows are simply bed ornaments or bed givens, but the products of Mr. Big Pillow are ergonomic, comfortable, and scientifically designed for comfort and health. They support muscles, promote proper posture, ensure alignment, and are made with materials that create an ultra-comfortable micro-climate. 

Today, Mr. Big Pillow is celebrating World Sleep Day by putting its ergo-comfort products at the forefront of sleep expertise:

The Mr. Big Bodyscale Pillows come in various sizes based on the user's weight, height, and sleep posture. It fits well to the shape of the head and neck, and it’s firm enough for your head’s weight and shoulder width. Clients undergo a Best-Fit analysis through an app to find out the pillow recommendation best suited for them. 

The Mr. Big Ortho-Series Pillows are self-adjustable pillows with high-precision curves and edges that snuggly fit your head, neck, and shoulders. They come with adjustable pads for a personalized fit.

The Mr. Big Latex Pillows are handmade by local farmers using material locally sourced. These latex pillows are made from sustainable plants.

The Mr. Big Travel Pillows are ergonomically designed to make you travel in comfort. They are made with 80% recycled materials.

The Mr. Big Body Pillows are soft body-sized pillows that contour to your body for complete side-sleeping support. You rest your arms, leg, torso, or hip on it to get ultimate support and feel more comfortable in your favorite sleeping position

Mr. Big Positioning Pillows are specially designed to support and align your spine and care for your overall posture if you have specific ailments. They can come in unique forms, like the Nine Pillow, which supports key parts of your body simultaneously, the Gerd Pillow, which comforts and elevates your upper body at an appropriate angle to mitigate the effect of acid reflux, and the Leg Pillow, which supports your thighs and knees, lessening the pressure on your knees and strain on your back muscles.

Mr. Big Pillow Is Expert- and Advocate-Approved

Osteopath Dr. JP Prado confirms the need to “Make Sleep Health a Priority.” Of the three pillars of health: exercise, nutrition, and sleep/recovery, sleep is the most important,” he says. “You can not eat food for over a week and live, just 3 days without sleep would already do permanent brain damage.” Dr. Prado adds that Mr. Big Pillows checks all the boxes of good quality pillows: “Not only do they have prescription sizing for bespoke comfort and custom neutral spine, but their fiber pillows are washable and can be disinfected preventing chronic rhinitis and sinus infection.”

Mr. Big Pillow brand ambassador Stephanie Zubiri is impressed with the technologies behind the bespoke comfort that Mr. Big ensures. Personally, she does not take sleep lightly, so Mr. Big Pillows' ergonomic offerings align perfectly with her lifestyle and needs. “As a side sleeper, my neck and hips always suffer. I often wake up with a stiff neck or have tension headaches later in the day. Mr. Big pillows gives me the support I need to wake up feeling great and free from aches and pains!!”

Mr. Big Brand Ambassador Stephanie Zubiri

Quality Sleep Is Now Within Reach 

Finally, all Filipinos can sleep better with Mr. Big. In fact, an impressive collection of Mr. Big Pillow is already available in the country and soon, their other ergo-comfort line of products like their mattresses, duvets, and toppers will be available on Philippine shores, too, to provide ergo-comfort for Filipino sleepers everywhere. With proper sleep health, we can rest assured that Filipinos are getting the quality sleep we so need and deserve. 

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Mr. Big Pillow is available in the following SM branches: Makati, Mall of Asia, Megamall, North Edsa, Las Pinas, Aura, Estancia, Cubao, Clark, Cebu, JMall, Bacolod and Lanang. 

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