Took me sometime to loosen that last song syndrome or LSS of "Kapag Tumibok ang Puso" that day!

Yes, it was a weekend morning exercise and event coverage, the “HONOR Your Heart: A Jump Rope Workout for the Philippine Heart Center by HONOR Philippines in partnership with Jump Manila.” A huge success that over 500 participants joined the donation and awareness drive on heart health with the total proceeds going to the beneficiaries of the Philippine Heart Center.

 

The Philippine Heart Association (PHA) recently held its 10th edition of "Usapang Puso sa Puso" (Heart to Heart Talk). It is one of the many informative programs of the association where people can watch and learn. In this edition, the program discusses the heart health of our fathers, thus, titled "Puso Ni Daddy Sintigas pa ba ng Haligi?" Aside from the discussion, it also aims to educate people entirely about heart issues and problems. Experts also share their insights and practices on how to prevent having heart problems. Panelists from different expertise were present to share their knowledge about the subject matter, namely, Dr. Jorge Sison, Dr. Badette Arevalo, and Dr. Benjamin Quito. Mayor Richard Gomez, an advocate of CPR, is also part of the panel but was on official business.

There were questions relating to heart problems were raised in the program, and our panel of experts addressed them accordingly. Aside from their insights about the subject matter, they were also generous enough to share some of the practices they believe can help prevent heart problems.

What interests me more was the ways to know or detect symptoms or changes in our body that contributes to developing heart problems or if we're having problems already with our heart. So, what are the things to watch out for us to know if we're at risk of having a heart problem or already experiencing a heart problem?

• 1. If you're having difficulty breathing with a few activities.
• 2. Sudden unexplained pain in the chest.
• 3. Obesity, Dad bod, or abdominal obesity can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease.
• 4. Inactivity or no physical activity.
• 5. If with vices like cigarette smoking and drinking. According to Dr. Sison, men are more prone to cardiovascular diseases.

This list is just some of the many things to watch out for to prevent having cardiovascular disease. So, if you're experiencing some of these, maybe it's about time for you to visit your friendly neighborhood doctor for a check-up.

PHA always has programs for the public to give awareness about cardiovascular diseases and how to prevent it. It is the organization's way of helping out in every possible way. So, if you want to know more about its plans and activities, you can visit their website Philippine Heart Association (philheart.org), or their Facebook page Philippine HEART Association

It's been a long week at work. Your commute home is terrible. And now, when you walk in your front door, you realize there's nothing for dinner. This is when it's handy to know about the cheapest pizza specials in town. Whether you want delivery or take-out, Papa John's has the perfect pizza for you. They always have great deals and specials on the food you're craving now.

So Many Options

At Papa John's it's all about choice. Feeling traditional tonight? Go with a thin crust pepperoni slathered with tomato sauce that's been spiced just right. Want to be a little more daring? Try the garden fresh pizza with a garlic parmesan crust. There are delectable handcrafted specialties to choose from as well, for example:

• The Works - with pepperoni, Canadian bacon, Italian sausage, onions, green peppers, mushrooms, and olives
• The Meats - featuring real beef, bacon, Canadian bacon, sausage, and pepperoni
• Meatball Pepperoni - along with the meatballs and pepperonis you'll find a three-cheese blend and Italian seasoning
• Super Hawaiian - say yes to that pineapple with Canadian bacon, hickory-smoked bacon, and three-cheese blend
• Ultimate Pepperoni - get 30% more pepperoni with Parmesan and Romano cheeses
• BBQ Chicken Bacon - walk on the wild side with BBQ sauce, grilled chicken, bacon, and onions
• Fiery Buffalo Chicken - topped with buffalo sauce, grilled chicken, bacon, and onions

So Many Reasons

Get a pizza when you're having friends over for a football game, when you're too tired to cook, or when grandma accidentally burnt the meatloaf. You can also get a pizza when you want to say, "I love you." Stumped looking for that perfect way to express your feelings? Order the heart shaped pizza from Papa John's. It's the gift that will be remembered. Roses and boxes of candy are so common, so been-there-done-that. Take your affections to a new level with heart shaped pizza delivery. It's a great choice for any occasion, including:

• Mother's Day. She won't have to cook. She'll be thrilled.
• Valentine's Day. Surprise your sweetie at lunch.
• Birthdays. It's better than cake.
• Graduation. Give the grad their last free meal.

Of course the heart shaped pizza comes with all the Papa John's goodness, such as freshly-made crust and signature tomato sauce.

So Many Rewards

Whatever pizza you buy, you can earn Papa rewards. This means not only are you getting the best pizza at a great price, you're earning points while you eat. Order online, with the app, at the store, or over the phone and earn one point for every dollar you spend. When you've earned 75 points, you get $10 of Papa Dough. This Papa Dough serves as cash towards any item on the menu. So go ahead and throw that big bash this weekend. Papa John's has got you covered and you'll earn points.

Take a deep breath. Can you smell it? The sauce, the melted cheese, the sausage? Get a pizza tonight. You know you want to.

Who is your first love?  Just like a question on slam books this question pops out of this video and the guys here are asked and who are their first love?  One by one they shared the traits of their first love and one by one they shared their feelings for their first love.  Since it's Heart's month it is just right to know who is your first love. You can share it here or simply comment below.

Not so long time ago there were two individuals with different personality met in a not so ordinary day and a not so ordinary place, it was Valentine's Day.  Though with differences they both collided in a good manner.  It's like a magnetic attraction, opposite ends attracts.  A mixture of two personalities complimenting each other.  It was a new haven for both of them.


There were rumors they will not last but with God's blessing their relationship grew more.  Even stronger with every trials they face.  Through heat and through rain they endured everything just to be together in each others arms.  It took time before they finally decided to settle the long yearning of their soul.  The screaming of their heart, shouting their love for each other.

Since today is Valentine's Day, I have read, collated and gathered some hearty informations for everyone.  Enjoy reading and I hope you'll get some few learnings about the heart.

• Your left lung is smaller than your right one to make room in your chest cavity for your heart.
• Women’s hearts beat faster than male hearts.
• The human heart begins to beat as early as four weeks after conception. Scientists believe that by eight weeks, when the embryo is only an inch long, the heart is fully developed.
• The heart weighs less than one pound. The average weight for women is eight ounces and for men, 10 ounces.
• The word heart, meaning soul or feeling, is termed cor in Latin.
• Electricity going through your heart makes the muscle cells contract.
• An estimated one billion Valentine cards are sent each year.
• 85% of all Valentine cards are sent by women.
• Cupid in Roman Mythology is the god of desire, affection and erotic love. He is the son of the goddess Venus.

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Last Saturday, it was one of the earliest blogger's conference I have ever attended.  It was the My Cactus Heart Blogger's Conference.  Thank God that it is Saturday, no work.  The only hassle is that it's not easy waking up and prepare early morning.

Of course the usual thing, bloggers get to ask questions about the movie and their off cam life most especially about the relationship that Maja and Matteo have right now.  Most of us, bloggers, laugh and giggles as they show and tell some of their experiences with their relationship.

With regards to the movie, My Cactus Heart and according to Enrico Santos, director of the movie, the chemistry of the stars were really great and did make the outcome of the movie a great romantic comedy.  The mixture of Maja's versatility, Xian's serious personality, and Matteo's innocent look make the movie something to watch out.

To give viewers, readers, and fans a tease, here's a portion of the blogger's conference that transpired in Max's Restaurant in Scout Tuazon, Quezon City.







Love is such a "thorny" issue! Nakakasakit, nakakasugat, nakakatinik.  Now if the one you love believes in that, can there still be a happy ending?

'Yan and kwento ng pinakabagong pelikula mula sa Star Cinema, ang "My Cactus Heart"!  It is top billed by the country's most exciting stars, Matteo Guidicelli, Xian Lim and Maja Salavador!  Tungkol ito sa isang babae  (Maja as Sandy) na mula sa magulong pamilya.  She doesn't believe in happily ever after.  Tanggap n'ya at naniniwqala s'ya na love only hurts kaya she is known to be a chronic mambabasted!  But what if someone comes along and will make her question what she believes in?  Ano ang gagawin n'ya?  Can that someone change her jaded heart?


"This is Maja at her best!" 'yan ang sabi ng mg anakapanoon na ng rushes ng "My Cactus Heart".  Not surprising at all since we all know that Maja is one of the most talented actresses we have around.  Maja is so versatile!  She can do drama, comedy, horror, romance.  Her teleseryes last 2011 were all top-raters ("Impostor", "Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin"), and she has another big teleserye for this year, "Lumayo Ka Man Sa Akin".  Kung talent ang pag-uusapan, hindi madedehado si Maja d'yan!  As for Matteo, "My Cactus Heart" is his first starring role.  We have all seen him in his past teleseryes too and he has indeed proven that he is more than just a pretty face.  As Karlo, we can now all see why Matteo could just be the next important male lead star!  Introducing naman sa pelikula si Xian Lim, one of the most promising new male stars of today.  Xian's brooding stance made us all notice that he's got the "it" and he deserves a second look!  He plays the role of Bene, one of the two men who will try to win over Sandy's heart.  Now, Karlo or Bene?  Sino sa kanila ang makakapagpabago kay Sandy?  Who can make her believe that there is "happily ever after"?


Exciting love story, fresh casting combination!  'Yan ang "My Cactus Heart" na ipinagmamalaking handog ng Star Cinema.  Directed by Enrico Santos, the movie opens nationwide in over 100 theaters on January 25.  Eto na "ang pinaka-matinik na love story" ngayong 2012!