FilJap Magazine May-June 2013

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Four Seasons in Japan Rex Angeles In Love With His Craft Top 10 Best Foods to Fight Stress

Sam Milby The Rockoustic Heartthrob is Back

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Special Feature Filjap Consulting Gives Back to Charity Cover Story Sam Milby In Focus Midterm Elections Spotlight Rex Angeles Philippine Adventures Rediscover Tagaytay FilCom Watch List of Overseas Voters Travel Japan Four Seasons in Japan Health Care Top 10 Best Foods to Fight Stress Beauty Search Ms. & Mr. Thai-Philippines in Japan 2013

Editor’s note “Trust in what you love, continue to do it, and it will take you where you need to go.”

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or the May-June 2013 issue of FilJap Magazine – the Journey Issue, we bring you Sam Milby, the Philippines’ one and only Rockoustic heartthrob, who after trying his luck in Hollywood, has returned to Philippine Tinseltown with a renewed vigor, enthusiasm and passion for acting.

From one heartthrob to another, the spotlight turns to Rex Angeles, a seasoned Filipino and Tokyo-based actor-singer-model who is making waves in Japan. Here, he shares bits and pieces of his journey to stardom.

And speaking of journey, be moved as one Pinay Publisher: Yonei Toshikazu expat narrates how Japan's four seasons - winter, spring, summer, fall – has left a mark in her life.

Editor-in-Chief: Florenda Corpuz It’s the summer months in the Philippines, so let Associate Editor: Nel Salvador us take you to one of the country’s summer capitals – Contributors / Din Eugenio (Tokyo) Tagaytay! Rediscover its beauty and let its cool breeze Photographers: Oliver Corpuz (Manila) freshen your senses.

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SPECIAL FEATURE

Filjap Consulting

Gives Back to Charity

Filjap Consulting started operations with the support of Filipino friends who entrusted their tax refunds to the company. And with the dedication of the staff in its Tokyo and Manila offices in acquiring and processing the legal documents necessary, the company has expanded over the course of several years and built quality client relationships across Japan.

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n order to reach more clients, Filjap Consulting has placed advertisements to almost all Filipino magazines and newspapers in Japan. The company, whose aim is to provide good service, is very proud in saying that their clients do not spend even a single centavo until the time their tax refunds are released.

“With our company, clients are assured that we don’t put any hidden-charges in our services. They just have to pay us a fixed amount.

The acquisition of documents and translation fees are also free,” said Mr. Yonei.

As their way of giving back and sharing their blessings, Filjap Consulting is very active in various

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charity works both in Japan and in the Philippines. Last June 2012, the company has conducted an educational outreach program by distributing school supplies to the less fortunate children in La Paz, Leyte, Philippines.

“We are very grateful to the local officials and teachers who made the outreach project a successful one. As early as now, we’re already planning to go back there and to be of service to them. Children are our future so we should inculcate in them the values to dream big for their future,” stated Mr. Yonei.

Filjap Consulting also donated relief goods and took part in collecting clothes for those affected by Typhoon Pablo. The company shouldered the

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shipping fees for the balikbayan boxes from Tokyo, Japan to Davao City, Philippines. Upon reaching Davao, the distribution was facilitated by Café Louise together with the help of good Samaritans.

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COVER STORY Samuel Lloyd Lacia Milby was born on May 23, 1984 in Ohio, U.S.A. He launched his show biz career in 2005 after being evicted from the Pinoy Big Brother House.

One of the priced talents of ABS-CBN, Sam continued to make his mark in television shows and movies like “ASAP”, “Maging Sino Ka Man”, “You Got Me”, “And I Love You So” and “Babe, I Love You”.

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fter almost two years of being inactive in Philippine show biz, 2013 indeed stands to be an exciting and hectic year for rockoustic heartthrob Sam Milby. With multiple projects on his hands, he is as busy now as he was when he first came out of the Pinoy Big Brother house.

Sam is currently headlining ABS-CBN’s top rating romantic comedy primetime soap “Kahit Konting Pagtingin”, also starring Angeline Quinto and Paulo Avelino, where he is tagged “Comedy Romantic Heartthrob”. The camera also started rolling for “Huwag Ka Lang Mawawala” – another primetime soap with Judy Ann Santos and KC Concepcion.

“It’s a dream come true. You will see a totally different Sam in this teleserye that’s why I feel challenged and excited at the same time,” said the rockoustic heartthrob.

Sam finished shooting for “Death March”, his fourth independently produced film slated for release on the big screen this year. The film also brought out another challenging yet refreshing character for him co-starring Zanjoe Marudo, Jason Abalos and many others. In June, Sam will start shooting for a new movie project with former girlfriend and love team partner Anne Curtis under Star Cinema.

Despite his busy schedule, Sam still managed to record the theme song of Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla’s launching movie “Must Be Love”. He was Star Cinema’s first choice to sing the theme. He also sang the summer station ID theme song of his home network.

Last year, “Hindi Kita Iiwan” his first single from the latest album “Be Mine” under Star Records, won

Best Ballad in the 26th Awit Awards. It was one of Sam’s greatest dreams, to have an Awit Award trophy. His music will soon be heard overseas, as he prepares to release another solo album under Star Records to be marketed in other Asian countries.

Sam’s solid fan following consists of various groups that stretch from the Philippines to countries around the globe making him one of the most followed Filipino male celebrities on Twitter (2.2 million followers as of January 2013).

The Philippines’ one and only “Rockoustic Heartthrob” remains to be one of the most versatile and most admired male personalities in the entertainment circle.

Sam Milby in Japan Sam has a huge fan following in Japan. Being a kapamilya and former KDDI endorser, he has held numerous concerts across the country together with Piolo Pascual, John Lloyd Cruz, Jericho Rosales, Bea Alonzo, Pokwang and other ABS-CBN stars.

“Nagpapasalamat ako sa lahat ng suporta na binibigay ng mga Pinoy hindi lang sa Pilipinas kundi pati sa mga nasa ibang bansa lalo na sa Japan. Isa sa mga favorite countries ko ang Japan and whenever I go there sobrang warm ninyo hindi lang pag may shows ako. When I go around sobrang friendly ninyong lahat. Thank you sa lahat ng TFC subscribers na sumuporta sa “Kahit Konting Pagtingin”. Sana abangan nyo rin ang “Huwag Ka Lang Mawawala”, soap namin ni Ms. Judy Ann Santos na sobra akong excited. Dream come true for me. Sana makadalaw ako ulit dyan.

See you soon again, mga kapamilya! God bless!” Sam enthused.

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IN FOCUS

Makibahagi sa Halalan Ngayong Mayo

Painit na nang painit ang kampanya ng mga kumakandidato para sa darating na halalan ngayong Mayo. Dahil ito ay isang midterm elections, partikular na tinututukan ng publiko ay ang mga tumatakbong senador na siyang pinakamataas na ihahalal ng taumbayan.

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alawang partido ang nagpapasiklaban upang makuha ang boto ng mga Pilipino – Team P-Noy ng Partidong Liberal at ang United Nationalist Alliance o UNA na binuo nina bise-presidente Jejomar Binay, Juan Ponce Enrile at dating pangulo Joseph Estrada.

Bawat partido, bawat kandidato ay may kanya-kanyang plataporma, may mga pangakong binibitawan, may pasaring sa isa’t isa subalit ang bawat botante ay may kapangyarihan na timbangin ang mga ito bago isulat ang kani-kanilang pangalan sa balota. Nakaukit sa bawat boto ang magiging kapalaran ng bansa.

Team P-Noy: Tungo sa Daang Matuwid

“Tungo sa Daang Matuwid” ang platapormang isinusulong ng Team P-Noy na siyang slogan ng administrasyong Aquino. Labanan ang pangungurakot at katiwalian

ang pangunahing adhikain ng Team P-Noy bukod pa sa pagtataguyod sa edukasyon, kalusugan at serbisyong publiko.

Binubuo ang Team P-Noy nina Aurora Rep. Juan Edgardo Angara, Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano, Sen. Francis Escudero, Sen. Loren Legarda, Sen. Koko Pimentel III, Sen. Antonio Trillanes IV, dating mga senador na sina Jamby Madrigal at Ramon Magsaysay, dating Akbayan Rep. Risa Hontiveros, dating Las Piñas Rep. Cynthia Villar, dating MTRCB chairman Grace Poe-Llamanzares at Bam Aquino.

“Malinaw kung nasaang panig ang labindalawang kasama natin sa entablado. Nagmula man sa iba’t ibang partido’t samahan, katulad natin silang bukas ang puso’t isip na mag-ambag para sa pinakamainam na solusyon. Kahit pa alam nilang sangkaterba ang kakaharaping problema, nagkusa silang sumama sa atin, bitawan ang mga personal na interes, at tumulong para makabuo ng isang alyansang sabaysabay na sasagwan tungo sa iisang direksyon,” pahayag ni Pangulong Benigno Aquino III sa proclamation rally ng partido sa Plaza Miranda.

UNA: Gaganda ang Buhay Mula sa 12 senatoriables ay naging siyam na lamang matapos

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tanggalin ng UNA ang common candidates nila ng Partidong Liberal na sina Escudero, Legarda at Poe-Llamanzares. Ang siyam na nangangampanya sa ilalim ng UNA, na coalition parties ng Partido Demokratiko Pilipino-Lakas ng Bayan ni Binay at Partido ng Masang Pilipino ni Estrada, ay sina Nancy Binay, Juan Miguel Zubiri, Ernesto Maceda, JV Ejercito Estrada, Jack Enrile, Mitos Magsaysay, Gregorio Honasan, Richard Gordon at Tingting Cojuangco.

Bilang opposition party, nangako ang UNA na kanilang bubusisiin mabuti ang mga batas na ipinapasa sa Senado, paggawa ng mga resolusyon at programa para magkaroon ng trabaho ang maraming Pilipino at pababain ang presyo ng mga bilihin sa merkado.

“As a constructive opposition, UNA is a responsible partner of the Aquino administration in pushing its reform agenda, and is committed to support and serve as fiscalizer by providing the needed checks and balances under a genuine democracy,” ani UNA secretarygeneral Toby Tiangco.

SPOTLIGHT

Rex Angeles In Love With His Craft He may be an accomplished actor, singer, model and school administrator but behind the glitz and glamour, Rex Angeles is an ordinary man who cooks his own meals and throws the garbage when it’s due. And he just wants everybody, especially his Filipino kababayans, to remember him for his humble contribution to the entertainment scene in Japan.

FilJap: When did you first get the acting bug?

Rex: From about 7 or 8, I happily participated at church and school plays.

FilJap: How did your career in Japan start?

Rex: Back in 1990 while waiting for a cab in Roppongi one evening after work, a limousine swooped by and was told by a talent agent they were looking for an Asian to fill a TV series role. The same person remains my handler to this day.

FilJap: What do you think is your best asset as an actor?

Rex: Japanese directors always tell me that I have the best smile, so I guess that’s one of my assets, on top of being able to fill the assigned role realistically in Japanese language.

FilJap: Who are your biggest acting influences?

Rex: Charlie Chaplin and Robert Taylor in the early years. Dustin Hoffman and Johnny Depp in this generation.

FilJap: Of all the projects you’ve done, which one is your favorite? Why? Rex: My first film, “Nammin Roudo”, because of its inspiring story about the lives of Vietnamese refugees in Japan.

For TV series, I like “Coach”. I have worked with a fantastic cast, all toprated in Japan. It also provided me a tremendous exposure on TV that people would stop and stare at me on trains or public elevators.

FilJap: Are you working on any projects?

Rex: I just finished shooting a promo video for Toyota for their South East Asian

market. I’m also guest-appearing in a new science fiction film, “SPEC”, which will be released sometime in mid-fall.

FilJap: How does it feel to be working with Japanese actors and directors?

Rex: It’s always a mixture of fun and pressure being with big time Japanese actors. They are generally easy to work with and without a “star complex”. Most directors I’ve worked with have always been very generous with advice that helped improve my acting ability.

FilJap: Would you consider trying Philippine show business? Mainstream or indie films?

Rex: Why not? No questions about a mainstream project, and indie films would definitely be as exciting.

FilJap: Aside from acting, you also have a singing career. Tell us more about your singing plans.

Rex: I’ve canceled a planned spring concert this year due to conflicting work schedule and that horrible pollen allergy that affects millions in Japan. Targeting a November special show instead. I’m also working on a recording project covering pieces of popular hits.

FilJap: What is the hardest part of being an actor/model/singer in a foreign country?

Rex: There is limited offer for ideal and challenging roles, and foreigners are not always present in local films and in every production. For modeling, competition is tough as Caucasians dominate the scene most of the time. I think I have to have a Japanese song that can conquer the hearts of the Japanese plus an incredible promotional back-up

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FilJap: What makes you busy aside from your acting, singing and modeling careers?

Rex: The English pre-school that I cofounded and operate since 2004. Giving time for myself to relax, catching up with old time friends and traveling.

FilJap: What are the things that you still want to achieve life-wise and careerwise?

Rex: First and foremost, maintain a clean bill of health to be able to fulfill more difficult roles that would exceed my personal expectations and the expectation of people I work with. I want to be able to continue my participation at charitable initiatives when called for.

FilJap: What advice would you give to someone who wanted to do what you do?

Rex: This job is not just about dressing up and looking good. It requires hard work, responsibility and dedication.

Believe in your talent. Be confident. If you want to be a step ahead in this country, learning the language and its work ethics is a must. Dream big and achieve big, but don’t forget to always keep your feet on the ground.

FilJap: What is your message to your Filipino fans in Japan?

Rex: My never-ending gratitude for your undying support. Without you, I won’t be where I am now. Maraming salamat po sa inyong lahat and may God bless you always. Oh, and don’t forget to grab every issue of FilJap magazine. See you around!

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PHILIPPINE ADVENTUREs

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Locals and even foreigners who are on a road trip would always wind up in Tagaytay, a favorite tourist attraction in the Philippines, which is a component city of the province of Cavite.

Where To Stay:

 There are many hotels, resorts and transient homes in Tagaytay. Taal Vista Lodge, Tagaytay Highlands, Cross Winds Luxury Suites, Balai Isabel, One Tagaytay and Cliff House Inn are some of the places where you can stay in.

Getting There:

 Tagaytay is just a two-hour drive from Manila via SLEX. There are also buses and shuttle service that can take you there.

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nly a few hours drive from Manila, Tagaytay is a favored place when escaping the summer heat because of its cooler climate and scenic spots – one of which is the Taal Volcano located within the lake that can be seen from different vantage points in the city.

Fast Facts:  Tagaytay means ridge or to traverse ridges.  Tagaytay played an important role in Philippine history when it became the favorite hide out of Filipino revolutionaries in 1896 because of its forests and ridges.  With its high elevation, the average temperature inTagaytay is at 22 degrees celcius and has an average humidity of 78%.  It lies within 120° 56' longitude and 14° 6' latitude and overlooks Manila Bay to the North, Taal Volcano and Lake to the south and Laguna de Bay to the east.

Things To Do:

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 The best bulalo dishes can be found in Tagaytay, a perfect combination for its subtropical-like climate.  Unwind in Tagaytay Picnic Grove, People’s Park in the Sky, Tagaytay Highlands, Sonya’s Garden and Japanese Friendship Garden.  Make a spiritual retreat and visit the Pink Sister’s Convent, Calaruga Church, Litte Souls Chapel and Don Bosco Chapel on the Hill.  Stay at resorts or dine at restaurants offering the lovely view of Taal Lake and Volcano, one of which is Balai Isabel.  Enjoy activities like zipline and cable cars, horseback riding, picnics, strolling and the newly opened amusement park, Sky Fun.

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Filipino Students Join the Japanese Gov’t Scholarship Program

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Filipino students were recently accepted to the Japanese Government Scholarship Program 2013 for a full scholarship to pursue higher studies in various universities in Japan. Joining the roster of scholars are 25 students under the Research Category, and 2 students under the Special Training Category. All students will be leaving for their studies in April 2013.

The Japan Information and Culture Center of the Embassy of Japan, in

cooperation with the Philippine Association of Japanese Government Scholars held the annual pre-departure orientation for the new scholars last March 11 at the Embassy of Japan in Manila.

The Japanese Government Scholarship has been enabling foreign nationals to study in Japan for the promotion of mutual understanding, advancement of education and global human resource development.

Since its implementation more than 50 years ago, there have been more than 3,000 Filipino recipients of this scholarship.

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Text and Photos by Arlene P. Donaire * Visit her Facebook page Foto Zubuano for more of her Japan photos

Every day was a journey and the journey itself felt like home as I tried to grasp and appreciate my life in Japan. Four seasons in the land of the rising sun - winter, spring, summer and fall.

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was blessed with a once-in-alifetime opportunity to live and work in Tokyo for a year between 2010 and 2011. Before then, I only knew of Tokyo’s Narita Airport as a stopover for the inter-continental flights when I had to travel to the US. Even so, I’d always been fascinated by the efficiency and orderliness, the almost anesthetic cleanliness, and the technologicallydriven life of Japan, a country so small in size yet considered a giant among the world leaders. I’ve wondered then how interesting it must be to experience life in Japan and how it would enrich my own appreciation for my Filipino way of life.

When the chance came for me to work for the Asian Productivity Organization in Tokyo, I immediately embraced it, with much skepticism and excitement all at once. Japan, for those that have not yet experienced it, is really enigmatic, a beautifully strange country steeped in strongly respected customs and traditions and yet assertively embracing and leading the modern world.

A highlight of my year was an earthshaking experience in March that left me mostly disconcerted for my safety for the rest of the year but more

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importantly with a renewed desire to value my own existence and those I held dear. The experience also made me understand just how rock-solid the foundations are of Japan as a nation as it managed to systematically care for its citizens amid the massive destruction and despair and now, re-emerging unscathed and noble from the disaster that struck.

The rest of the daily life routines seemed easier after that.

Though not quite feeling at home living on a 13th floor apartment in the reclamation district of Toyosu, which swayed like a cradle on every tremor post-earthquake, I had fully embraced Tokyo’s way of life - from the long walks to catch my ride in the fast and efficient Tokyo metro; roaming the usual touristic destinations within the metro – Roponggi, Shibuya, Omotesando, Asakusa, Ginza, Disneyland; frequenting my life support system of grocery shops, malls, pharmacy and Starbucks in the Toyosu neighborhood where I lived and in Chiyoda-ku where I worked; watching 3D movies, the Cirque de Soleil, Yonex Badminton Open and Disney on Ice or regularly playing badminton in Shibuya or Kinshicho with cherished friends

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in and outside of work to even the occasional videoke sessions whenever someone’s birthday merited a long night of melodious noise and good company.

On top of these were my weekend adventures that allowed me to breathe in the fabric of Japan’s ancient and modern cultures – being awed by Yokohama’s majestic sunset and nightscape in winter when the dark blue sky becomes a perfect canvass for the bedazzling city lights; immersing in the revelry of Yoyogi Koen as people trooped to the park to view the cherry blossoms in spring and enjoyed a picnic under the blooms and multi-colored foliage of the trees; hiking up Mt. Takao one summer day and on reaching the summit finding out that Mt. Fuji’s ice-capped cone could be seen; and photo-trekking in Showa Kinen Park just before autumn, basking in the sun and feasting my lens on the field of colorful daisies that lay at the end of our walk. These and many other fun moments, whether taken alone or with my friends were really icing on the cake. Overall, it has been a wonderful life journey. Given another chance in the future, I would like to go back and taste the rest of the cake.

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CELEBRITY NEWS

“This is my ultimate dream, to be with my loved ones on the most special event of my life.”

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ulia Montes has come of age. In front of her family and friends, Julia has fulfilled another dream of celebrating a Mid-Summer Nights-themed debut held at Fernwood Gardens recently. She was a picture of beauty and grace that night as she looked back on her journey as a “Going Bulilit” star when she was seven years old up to this day when she is now considered as one of the most bankable stars of the Kapamilya network.

The highlight of her debut was her 18 Roses, 18 Treasures and 18 Tulips where most of her friends in and out of showbiz took part.

Her 18 Roses were John Medina, PJ Edrinal, Albie Casino, Arron Villaflor, Robi Domingo, Sam Concepcion, Joem Bascon, Khalil Ramos, Enrique Gil, Daniel Padilla, Paulo Avelino, Rayver Cruz, Sam Milby, Jake Cuenca, Richard Gomez, John Lloyd Cruz, Coco Martin and ABS-CBN Business Unit Head Deo Edrinal.

Her 18 Treasures were Reggie Amigo, Ambie Burac, Dagang Vilbar, Julie Ann Benitez, Wenna Lindayag, Tippy dos Santos, Miles Ocampo, Liezel Garcia, Eda Nolan, Melissa Ricks, Dimples Romana, Maricar Reyes, Denise Laurel, Kathryn Bernardo, Janice de Belen, Dawn Zulueta, Helen Gamboa and Susan Roces.

And 18 Tulips included Direk Jerry Sineneng, Direk Jerome Pobocan, Direk Tots Mariscal, Direk Manny Palo and Direk Lino Cayetano. designer Pepsi Herrera, Jhong Hilario, Rondell Lindayag, Biboy Arboleda, Badji Mortiz, Frasco Mortiz, Jhune Hautea, Mark Salamat, Florian Fabillar, Pastor Mark Samonte, Adonis Hautea, Bobot Mortiz and Davian Alejandro Laurel.

Jed Madela, Christian Bautista, Bugoy Drilon, Liezel Garcis Daddys Home, Nyoy Volante and Richard Poon performed that night while Robi Domingo and Matteo Guidicelli hosted the party.

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HEALTH CARE “Stressed out ako, tara kain tayo.” Ito ang madalas na naririnig natin sa mga tao kapag sila ay inaatake na ng stress o sobrang pagod. Ayon sa mga pag-aaral, kapag stressed ang isang tao ay mas gugustuhin nito ang kumain kaya’t may tinatawag na “comfort food.”

Ito ay dala ng pagtaas ng bilang ng cortisol o “stress hormone” na nagiging dahilan kung bakit gusto nating kumain ng matamis o maalat.

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indi naman masama ang stresseating lalo na kung kontrolado mo ang dami ng pagkain na iyong kinakain. Subalit, mas mainam na kumain ng pagkain na nakakatulong sa paglaban ng stress.

Chocolate.

Marami ang mahilig kumain ng tsokolate kapag stressed. Ito ay dahil mabisa ito sa pagpapababa ng stress hormones lalo na ang dark chocolates. Ang sugar nito ay tumutulong upang mag-release ang katawan ng serotonin na nagpapaganda ng mood.

Cottage Cheese.

Mataas sa protein at calcium ang keso kaya iniiwasan nito ang katawan sa pagkakaroon ng stress.

Gatas.

Mabisa ang pag-inom ng gatas upang maging maayos ang pagtulog. Subalit bukod dito, natuklasan na mainam din ang pag-inom ng gatas sa muscle spasm at pagpapakalma.

Isda.

Siksik ang mga isda tulad ng salmon at tuna sa omega-3 fatty acids na mainam para hindi tumaas ang stress hormones na pino-produce ng katawan.

Tea. Mabisang pampakalma ang tsaa at nakakatulong din ito sa konsentrasyon. Mayroon din itong tinataglay na antioxidants, walang masyadong caffeine at kilala na lumalaban sa mga sakit tulad ng cancer at heart diseases.

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Pasta.

Paborito ng marami ang spaghetti kaya’t kapag stress, marami ang naghahanap ng restaurants na mayroong spaghetti. Kapag sobrang taas na ng stress level sa trabaho at mga gawain, isa ang pasta sa mga dapat kainin dahil nagbibigay ito ng sapat na enerhiya na kailangan ng katawan.

Cornflakes.

Tinataglay ng oatmeal ang B vitamins at folic acid na nakakapagpababa ng stress level. Ito ang kainin sa umagahan para sa kinakailangang lakas para sa buong araw.

Prutas.

Sagana sa Vitamin C at antioxidants ang mga prutas na lumalaban sa free radicals na napoproduce tuwing stressed out ang isang tao.

Spinach.

Puno ng magnesium ang leafy vegetables na gaya ng spinach kaya’t mas malakas ang resistensiya ng katawan na labanan ang stress.

Oatmeal.

Nakakatulong ang carbs sa pag-produce ng serotonin, isang hormone na nagpapapakalma sa isipan, kaya maganda ang oatmeal bilang umagahan dahil mataas ito sa fiber at hindi agad na-a-absorb ang serotonin. Dahil dito, may sapat na serotonin ang katawan na panlaban sa stress sa buong araw.

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