Healthy Holiday Gift Ideas for your Loved Ones this 2020

Pasig City, Philippines - [December 22, 2020] - It's the season of giving, and, for sure, you are now on the lookout for the perfect holiday gifts that you can give to your friends, peers, and loved ones. In most cases, the top of mind has always been choosing the holiday staples--gadgets, bags, clothes, and shoes, among others. These are all exciting products but, what if you excite them with healthier gift items this year?

Healthy gift items are gaining popularity nowadays due to the adversities and challenges we faced over the last couple of months. Not to mention the current pandemic that people across the globe still face today.

For Santé, a provider of premier organic health and wellness products and services, gifting your family and peers with healthy products shows your true love and concern for them, especially if these items can help them live more and do more in life. So, if you are looking for healthy holiday gift ideas, then this list might be the perfect one for you and your loved ones:

Vitamin C for Immunity. Taking an extra dose of Vitamin C has never been more imperative than now amid this global health crisis. So, it pays to gift your loved ones with a vitamin C supplement.

For instance, Santé has its Daily C, which is perfect for the whole family, because it is non-acidic, making it gentler on the stomach and safer for daily consumption. It is also ideal for young professionals who work all day or on night shifts.

Daily C provides that extra dose of Vitamin C that aids the immune system and prevents scurvy, gives a different level of protection by enhancing the absorption of iron and collagen formation in our bodies, and helps speed the process of wound healing. This Vitamin C is available in two variants—the Daily C 500mg and Daily C 750mg. Both of them are sodium ascorbate, while the Daily-C 750mg is perfect for vegans since it is in vegetable capsules.

Barley Drinks for added nutrients. You probably know by now the numerous benefits of barley grass. Packed with nutrients, barley grass offers a wide assortment of vitamins, minerals, and amino acids beneficial for the body. It is a nutritional powerhouse that can help strengthen the immune system, boosts energy and stamina, reduces harmful cholesterol, removes toxins, aids digestion, and other health benefits.

If you are looking for the best barley-based products, barley grass from New Zealand is arguably the best and most premium. Barley grass from New Zealand only means Santé, and there is an array of healthy product offerings to choose from. For instance, there is Santé Pure Barley, a pure organic barley grass powdered drink. Blended with one of nature's most potent sweeteners, Stevia, this product is best taken before meals. It also readily dissolves in water and contains A, B1, B2, B3, B6, B12, C, and E (per serving).

For your kids and nephews, you may give them a barley-based drink called Santé Choco Barley. It is enriched with protein that helps promote the growth and maintenance of the human body. Protein is essential for body function, especially for the muscles. This creamy and chocolatey drink also has a high calcium content that helps maintain healthy bones and teeth.

Treats for Caféphiles. If your loved ones are coffee lovers, then try out some of the best and healthiest mixes out there that will surely excite your caféphile family and friends.

If you like to impress your millennial buddies with a cappuccino-inspired mix that tastes and feels like their favorite coffee shop drink, then Barliccino™ is the right choice.

This mix is a cappuccino plus Santé Barley™ coffee that offers a healthier and tastier choice than your usual pricey "coffee-shop" brew. What makes it a healthier choice is that it is infused with pure barley grass and is sweetened using Stevia, a natural substitute for sugar. That is why it has a minimal amount of sugar (1.63 grams), a lot less than a regular instant coffee's sugar content, which is around 12 to 15 grams per serving. It also contains non-dairy creamer and has low-calorie content (52 calories).

There is also the aromatic and rich taste of Santé Boost Coffee, a 15-gram concoction of Robusta coffee beans, Tongkat Ali from Malaysia, and organic barley grass powder from New Zealand. Brewed for your active Titos and Titas, this coffee will provide you with the stamina and energy you need any time of the day.

Lastly, for your young professional friends, who cannot start the day without a cup of coffee, there is the Santé Fusion. This mix has that rich, velvety taste that gives off robusta coffee beans' aroma, enhancing mental alertness, concentration, and physical endurance. Santé Fusion is also infused with organic young barley grass.

Skincare for that extra glow. If you want your loved ones to have that extra glow for their skin, then giving them a skincare product is the best choice. While there are many options to choose from, the product you will give must help them have that radiant and glowing skin.

One go-to product you can choose is the Soleil Marula Oil with Barley Extract, an all-natural, cold-pressed, highly nutritious, and light-textured oil. It is naturally soothing and fast absorbing. It helps achieve younger-looking skin with glow and radiance. It also delays the signs of aging by helping reduce fine lines' appearance and wrinkles for a youthful glow.

These products are just among the organic health and wellness products offered by Santé. Known for its flagship, Santé BarleyTM, the company has developed a comprehensive selection of everyday barley-based products. They are made, specifically with organic barley grass, as certified by BioGro, New Zealand's leading organic certification agency.

To learn more about Santé, visit its website at santebarley.com.

4 Christmas Gift Ideas that are Useful amid the Pandemic

Christmas just wouldn't be the same without gift-giving. It's one of the easiest ways to share love and spark some joy among family and friends. However, with all the challenges we faced this 2020, our priorities have become clearer. So, this Yuletide season, instead of the usual toys or trinkets, you can give your loved ones something useful and significant during these times.

As you prepare for a socially distanced Christmas celebration, AXA Philippines, one of the leading insurance companies in the country, offers some perfect gift ideas for your upcoming monito-monita.

Hobbies and passion kits. With community quarantines in place, you may know several people who have discovered a hidden talent or hobby during the lockdown. You can cheer on your family or friends as they take on this new skill or hobby by giving them tools or appliances that they may need to pursue their newfound passion. Some great options include pans, pots, spatulas, or small appliances for the new baker, garden tools for plantitas, or paint set and brushes for the late-bloomer artist. Hobbies can help ease anxiety, beat stress, and give joy, while helping one spend time in a creative way.

Self-care products. Many people have become anxious over the unprecedented health crisis. Try giving them self-care kits that can lighten the mood and make your loved ones forget their worries. A few therapeutic items you can put in the self-care kit include mandala coloring books, essential oils, chocolate bars, and skincare products. As indoor plants continue to be a growing trend, your plantitos and plantitas would highly appreciate these greeneries as many of them find comfort in taking care of them.

Home office gadgets. The pandemic has forced a lot of employees to adapt to a new working environment. This Christmas, you can help them achieve a comfortable workspace at home by giving them essential supplies as gifts. Gadgets, such as a laptop, tablet, or phone, are terrific options. For more affordable budget options, you can also give them computer accessories, a file storage, a planner, seat cushion, or other items for their desks. These gifts would surely relieve some stress and increase their productivity at home.

Financial protection. The pandemic has emphasized the importance of being prepared for life’s unforeseeable circumstances. With all the unexpected situations this year, it would be a great relief to know that there is a way to ensure protection for your future or that of your family. Insurance, for one, can help with this and offer peace of mind. AXA Philippines recently launched MyLifeChoice, an investment plan that can be personalized to your needs and budget. With AXA MyLifeChoice, not only are you protected for life’s unexpected events, you also receive an investment fund, which you can use for your long-term goals or for your family. It may seem unusual, but the gift of security for your family, especially during these times, is something that is valuable even beyond the holiday season.

To know more about AXA MyLifeChoice, visit http://bit.ly/MyLifeChoiceProtect1.

Here's what you'll find at the National Trade Fair Digital Mall

Last December 15, the Department of Trade and Industry - Bureau of Domestic Trade Promotion announced the opening of the National Trade Fair Digital Mall, a permanent e-commerce platform for Filipino micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) from the country's 17 regions.

The Philippines is home to some of the largest malls in the world, and "malling" is recognized as a favorite pastime for many Filipino families. People spend time at the mall not just to go shopping; more often, it's a way to relax, check out the latest trends, keep updated on what's new, and people watch.

But what does the NTF Digital Mall have to offer?

Hundreds of digital stores and exhibitors

There are currently 223 MSMEs who have set up their digital stores within the NTF platform. Visiting https://ntfdigimall.linker.store/ takes you to the home page which shows you the top categories of the products offered. These include gifts & souvenirs, home & living, fashion & accessories, food & beverages, and health & beauty. There is also a search box where you can type in a specific item you are shopping for.

You can also check out a particular exhibitor by clicking on the "Visit Store" button. This will open that exhibitor's online store where you can see all of the products offered, complete with description and price. To purchase a product, just click "add to cart" or "buy now." When you've finished shopping at that store, you can complete the checkout process with the delivery and payment details.

For B2B opportunities, interested parties can get more information about the exhibitor through the "view our business profile" button.

Inspirational success stories

Being an entrepreneur is not easy, and building up a business requires taking risks, learning from mistakes, and making sacrifices. To help struggling entrepreneurs find encouragement and inspiration from those who understand their particular challenges, the NTF Digital Mall also shares the success stories of selected MSMEs.

Online learning resources

Many Filipinos discovered their entrepreneurial talent during the pandemic, launching home-based businesses to supplement their income. To help aspiring tycoons build a sound foundation for their business, the NTF Digital Mall offers online learning resources and webinars on topics such as e-commerce, MSME tips, and consumer welfare.

The NTF Digital Mall intends to showcase the best products from all over the country. As more MSMEs qualify for the stringent criteria, the list of exhibitors in this e-commerce platform is expected to grow. The NTF Digital Mall is powered by UnionBank (UB) GlobalLinker, a free and innovative platform with tools for efficient business management and network expansion to help MSMEs grow online.

For more information about the DTI-Bureau of Domestic Trade Promotion, please follow their social media accounts @BDTP on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. You may also email bdtp@dti.gov.ph.