The Cathay Drug Company Inc.

16/04/2026

Concluding our summer infographic series "Cool-Up for Health," is something filling, surprisingly going beyond cold drinks and healthy snacks. ♥️

You can choose light and refreshing recipes that will certainly prevent heat strokes and other health risk factors during this hot tropical climate in the Philippines.

============
📌 #05/06: CORN
============

This may surprise many of us, but enjoying a serving of corn on the cob can be healthier than we think!

Categorically a vegetable, corn contains lutein and zeaxanthin. These two nutrients are good for eye health as they may act like natural sunglasses that can form macular pigments that filter out some of the sun's damaging rays! 🌽

These same antioxidants may also help lower your risk of developing age-related macular degeneration. Filling enough and with 2 grams of fiber, a corn cob only has 60 calories.

========================
📌 #06/06: GRILLED FISH / SALMON
========================

In contrast to the earlier refreshing fruits and healthy snacks - this one's a serving of grilled fish or salmon!

Grilling is definitely one of the healthier ways to prepare . White fish in general are a great source of lean protein, grilling only takes a short time to cook, making the food light and easy to digest. Enjoy it in a variety of presentations such as with tacos, kebabs or a simple sandwich. 🐟

If you'd have to choose, go for salmon; it's full of heart-healthy Omega-3 fats!

Now we know better! More corn and fish please, for healthier skin and overall wellness.

Check out the rest of the "Cool-Up for Health" infographic series and other healthy topics here >> https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1701010610072576 📲

Enjoy Summer & Stay Healthy! 💪

15/04/2026

8yr-flashback with and ⌛🧓

This was at the Personnel & Industrial Relations Department (PIRD) where the teams, together, were receiving the Certificate of Appreciation for their active participation at the UPLB's University Job Fair in 2019.

Share with us your moments, both past and present, by tagging us and using the hashtag >> ♥️

14/04/2026

Continuing our summer infographic series "Cool-Up for Health," as we look for healthy ways to manage heat during this 'dry season' in the Philippines.♥️

Fruits are a good choice to enjoy and refresh. But these upcoming recommendations are especially beneficial for these hot days. Keep cool and enjoy these light and refreshing treats!

======================
📌 #03/06: WATERMELON & ORANGE
======================

Aside from keeping your body cool, staying hydrated makes a sharp memory and stable mood. And your hydration hero would be the !🍉 It is one of the most-hydrating summer foods around.

Aside from its refreshing water content, its red hue is a concentrated source of skin-protecting — the same heart-protection compound found in tomatoes! For the more adventurous, you can brush it with oil and grill it too.

A close cousin and another refreshing fruit would be . 🍊

At about 80% water, this sweet citrus fruit is also rich in potassium - a nutrient you easily lose through summer sweat. The absence of which puts you at risk for muscle cramps.

==============
📌 #02/06: AVOCADO
==============

Have you wondered why have a fleshy-creamy texture? That lusciousness is actually from monounsaturated fatty acids that are heart-healthy just like nuts!

Dice some onto salads, enjoy it in guacamole, or smash some onto a toast and sprinkle a small amount of salt for breakfast. You could even add in a poached egg for more appetite, 🥑

This superfood is good for overall wellness and also serves a good amount of folate and fiber to enjoy!

Check out the rest of the "Cool-Up for Health" infographic series and other healthy topics here >> https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1701010610072576 📲

Enjoy Summer & Stay Healthy! 💪

13/04/2026

"UTIs are common infections that happen when bacteria, often from the skin or re**um, enter the urethra, and infect the urinary tract. The infections can affect several parts of the urinary tract, but the most common type is a bladder infection (cystitis)." 👩‍🔬🧑‍🔬

Get a primer on Urinary Tract Infection from no less than the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention >> https://www.cdc.gov/uti/about/ 📲

Do you have pain or burning when you urinate? You might have a UTI.

12/04/2026

Can you feel the more intense heat and humid temperature?♥️

Going outdoors now means more sun and higher temperature. Prevent unnecessary heat exhaustion through ideal food items that are both refreshing and healthy, fit for the summer season!🌞

Here are some health tips as we start our "Cool-Up for Health" infographic series.

======================
📌 #01/06 : ICED COFFEE or TEA
======================

Our go-to refreshing drinks during summer are usually juices and shakes, right? But hey, iced and freshly brewed (without the excessive sugar) are actually good too, in starting your summer mornings! 🧋

Moreover, both green and black tea contain high amounts of antioxidants called flavonoids for fighting disease, while has the added bonus of sun protection to your skin! 🍃

Don't forget to add some lemon juice in your glass or bottle as the citric acid and vitamin C in that squeeze of lemon / lime / orange help preserve the flavonoids.

=============================
📌 #02/06: SALAD w/ TOMATOES & YOGURT
=============================

Salads are undoubtedly one of the healthiest and easiest no-cook meals you can prepare. Make the greens more palatable w/ fruits, or perhaps some lean proteins (tuna, hard-boiled eggs, chicken)!🥗

Care for some with that? Throw in a bunch of red tomato slices for that extra source of lycopene (again) which helps protect our skin from cell damage caused by the ultraviolet rays of the sun. Tomatoes are also sources of potassium, vitamins B and E, plus other nutrients known to lower blood pressure.🍅

While you're at it, you can add in addition, or as a replacement, for your dressing. Choose the variants which are low in fat and high in protein, Yogurt also adds a dose of probiotics, beneficial bacteria that keeps your digestive system running smoothly.

Check out the rest of the "Cool-Up for Health" infographic series and other healthy topics here >> https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1701010610072576 📲

Enjoy Summer & Stay Healthy! 💪

08/04/2026

This 'World Health Worker Week', Cathay Drug joins the industry in celebrating with our medical professionals and frontliners! 👩👨

While this milestone aims to raise awareness and support for our Health Workers - doctors, nurses, hospital staff, and medical-related practitioners - we also call on policymakers to listen and take action in ensuring frontliner benefits and access to essential services for our communities.🏥

We appreciate and recognize the sacrifices of our worldwide!🌏

07/04/2026

More than just a famous fruit juice in the Philippines, coconut water can actually help mitigate Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) conditions.♥️

This refreshing, abundant, and accessible tropical fruit drink is also known to be a diuretic - meaning itt increases urination output - and helps flush out toxins. 🥥In this way, it is effective in preventing the disease and its complications.

Moreover, it is also used to treat other medical issues such as in alleviating kidney stones, provide minerals, antioxidants, and electrolytes for the body that improves overall body health. Don't forget to consume in moderation too! 🌴

06/04/2026

While Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) might feel like an ordinary medical condition for some, if not treated or managed well, can quickly turn into a nightmare.♥️

Here are some health advice to quickly deal with troublesome symptoms >> https://cathaydrug.com/

Ultimately, it is recommended to see your doctor for a urinalysis. You may also inquire about single-dose antibiotics for UTI, which may be taken once a day or as recommended by your physician.🩺

01/04/2026

Going and choosing a plant-based diet this Lent is definitely a good and healthy idea!❤️

Recent studies have found that plant-based diets lower levels more effectively than other types of diets. They typically reduce LDL levels by about 15 to 30 percent on average! 😇 Foods such as oats, soy, nuts, and wheat germs are some good choices in that category.👍

Have a meaningful and healthy . 🙏

31/03/2026

"Many good sayings are to be found in holy books, but merely reading them will not make one religious." - Ramakrishna

30/03/2026

Let us start the Holy Week by solemnly contemplating on this good opportunity to prepare our hearts as we draw closer to the Divine Being.♥️

"Faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase." - Martin Luther King, Jr. 📖

27/03/2026

Are you travelling this upcoming Holy Week?✈️

If it is a must, then at least be prepared for what you or your family are about to face. With
soaring petroleum prices and expected adjustments within the Philippine transportation industry, your plans, in one way or the other, may likely be affected. ⚠

Get some ideas and proactively plan by starting with this informative article as the country brace for a temporary mass migration triggered by the tradition with the backdrop of an ongoing global oil crisis >> https://www.airtraveler.club/news/philippines-travel-disruption-holy-week-april-2026/ 📲

Holy Week (Semana Santa) in the Philippines, from Maundy Thursday (April 2) to Easter Sunday (April 5), is the country's most significant domestic travel period, causing major congestion. Airports, ferry terminals, and bus stations will be extremely crowded, and flight prices for domestic routes wil...