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A Healthy Life is Sweeter with Coconut Sugar

Sugar, it is one of the basic things one has in the kitchen because it is one of the main elements in the food that we eat every day. Whether it be baking, cooking, or simply in the preparation of drinks, sugar is a staple product and everyone is surely familiar on its many uses.

Nowadays, people are getting more and more concerned about their health that even if they like sweets, they tend to deviate from it because there is a higher risk for obesity and diabetes when one takes a lot of percentage of foods that has sugar in it. The bad thing about it is that, majority gets to be deprived of their sugar fix and eating their favorite foods especially pastries, and even if there are a lot of substitutes one can choose from, the question still remains, and that is, which one would be appropriate to our diet and would not cause any bad side effects?

There are a lot of sugar replacements in the market but most of them are artificially made or a derivative of a certain chemical product that may still be unhealthy to some. The byproduct of sugar cane such as refined sugar may also be unhealthy due to the use of pesticides and other chemicals added during its production.

With the discovery of coconut sugar, there is a chance for a lot of people to satisfy their sweet tooth and still be healthy. Coconut sugar, also known as coco sugar, is actually made from coconut sap. It is derived in a very natural way and it has a low glycemic index which is good news for people who are suffering from diabetes and other ailments that does not allow the intake of most sugary foods.

With SweetLife coco sugar, a lot of people will be able to enjoy a healthier and sweeter life since the taste of this type of organic sugar is similar to that of the brown sugar variety but with a slight tint of caramel, which anyone would absolutely enjoy. There are also other advantages of choosing coco sugar, it has a higher rate of amino acids which research suggest that are good for our metabolism and other body processes.

The SweetLife coco sugar is the best replacement for the sugar that we use every day, all organic and healthy, just the way we prefer it to be.

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Another Top Summer Destination in the Philippines: Siargao

Fun and adventure is what we have in mind as summer starts. It is treating ourselves to pure pleasure and relaxation after a yearlong of working, studying, or just doing nothing. And there is nothing more fun than exploring with the best nature can provide. Top on the list is Siargao Island.

Considered to be the “Surfing Capital of the Philippines”, it is a tear-drop shaped island in the Philippine Sea, located in the province of Surigao del Norte, North-eastern part of Island Mindanao. It has the best surfing waves and a worldwide reputation for its thick, hollow and heavy right hand barreltubes known as Cloud 9. It is a reasonably affordable destination for surfers and adventure-seekers with inexpensive accommodations, restaurants and bars to choose from. 

People, Food and Beverages

In Siargao, you can be assured that the foods served are fresh! They only prepare the food after ordering. The 30 – 45 minutes waiting time wouldn’t be that long knowing that what is ahead is a fiesta of seafood. We recommend the grilled “tanigue” belly (blue marlin), steamed crabs, “kinilaw na bariles” (raw yellow fin tuna in coconut vinegar, spices and chilli,  known to be the Philippine counterpart of sashimi in Japan), sweet and sour “lapu-lapu” (grouper), and baked mussels with butter and cheese. You may also try the “surfer’s bread”, a bread shaped like a surfing board and can be bought on a local bakery. However, we advise you to bring bottle water because most of drinking water comes from wells. Nightlife usually starts at nine in the evening till you drop. Local strong beer with a red horse on the label is one of the favourite beers of the yuppies and oldies. Like most Filipinos, a warm smile from the locals always assures us that we are always welcome and safe with them. 

 Islands, Beaches and Resorts

The white sand beaches and coral reefs of Daka and Guyam Islands in Siargao are world-class, ideal for surfing, diving and snorkelling. Adventure seekers can go surfing and diving while the family enjoys swimming and snorkelling in pristine blue water and diversity of corals that sheltered variety of fishes. Room rates on comfortable non-air-conditioned rooms to cosy and elegant cottages ranges from USD 12.00 – 20.00 per night only. The window view of the cottages facing the Pacific Ocean is truly an awe-inspiring experience. A walk in the beach at night under the serine dark back draft of sky and lone dim light from the moon will set the mood for couples to fall in love.

From Manila, you can reach Siargao via Surigao City in a 2 hours flight time and take a 2-hour ferry to Dapa, the main port in Siargao. Direct flight from Cebu City to Siargao is also available five times a week. But before going there, be sure to have enough cash with you, there is no ATM in the island. Bring also some first-aid kit; the nearest hospitals are in Surigao City and have stock loads for prepaid phone subscribers, it is hard to get a load during peak months.

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confession

I have a confession to make.

I had been keeping this to my family and loved ones, though I think they had already noticed my new behavior.

I cannot resist this addiction and had been doing this for a while now. Its side-effects are slowly manifesting and I need help. I know this is not good for my health and most of the people I know are also hooked into this bad lifestyle. And I should know better how to get out of this addiction because I am good at this field.

Every day is a struggle every time I sit on the chair, stare on the plate and hold the two paraphernalia. My inner consciousness and sane mind would fight the temptation yet most of the time defeated by the drive to go for more. It is a constant fight between good and bad and oftentimes, bad prevails.

I HAVE AN ADDICTION, AN ADDICTION TO FOOD. I AM A CERTIFIED FOOD ADDICT AND I WANT TO BE OUT.

I am a food technologist. I can count calories in each serving, determine the physic-chemical characteristics of it, and yet every time I eat, I cannot control my cravings to fill up my stomach to its full capacity! I have a good sense of smell, sight and taste and every time I make use of it, something really good and delicious comes out of my kitchen. I do think and plan what to cook in the next meal even I just finished the last one. I am obviously overweight now and I want to change.

We had a pact and a competition with my friends (Doc Jay, Doc Jojo and Doc Nolan) on who’s gonna be the BIGGEST LOSER (Biggest loss in body weight and fat) on June 2011. I am hoping to win so I need your support. Join me in this fight! I am setting myself on diet mode, starting tomorrow.

Pray for me. I need to go now. I’M HUNGRY!

Favorite Dessert: Black Forrest Cake

Favorite Food: Ox-Tongue in Cream and Mushroom Sauce

Favorite Drinks: San Mig Strong Ice and Red Horse Beer

Surigao del Sur, Philippines Hidden Treasures

I was born in Tandag, Surigao del Sur, Philippines. It is located in the Eastern Part on Mindanao. It is known for the dusty, poor roads. I never thought that it would be improved in my lifetime! But not until two years ago, when construction of the Surigao del Sur highway started.

On August 5, 2010,I had a chance to have a week-long vacation with my family and the whole Mojica Clan for our first grand reunion. I could not believe that the once considered highway to nowhere is now a first class, well-constructed and maintained highway. It not only improve business and commerce, but also opens the hidden treasures of the province to the whole world.

Matho, Cortes, Villa Crestita

Villa Crestita during low-tide.

Britannia Island's White Beach

Hinatuan's Enchanted River

Bislig's Tinuy-an Falls

I once cursed our leaders every time I pass our province and promised myself that I will not be coming back. But that changed now! I am now proud of my province and definitely be shouting to the whole world that Surigao del Sur is truly a paradise worth exploring!

Click Here and read more of Surigao del Sur Hidden Treasures and gelstaph blogs. You can also experience the beauty and harm hospitality of the people of Surigao del Sur by availing our exclusive tour packages to a minimum of 5 persons. Email to emgeli@hotmail.com for more information.