The ‘dad bod’ signals more than what we see

Recently, social media sites were bustling with the hashtag “dad bod,” which refers to women’s genuine interest in men over 25 years of age who have huge bellies. But this fad means so much more, and people—especially men—need to pay close attention.

Healthcare experts are starting to fret that men who frequented fitness centers might consider joining the squad of overweight and obese men.

According to the National Statistical Coordination Board (NSCB), there are 20.9 percent of obese males in the country, and this number might continue to rise if the ‘dad bod’ trend will continue to be rosy.

“Some men most probably rejoiced when they heard that women get attracted to men who are flabbier,” said Carmie de Leon, vice president for sales and marketing of Healthway Medical. “But this rings the bell for healthcare experts.”

In another note, Dr. Helen Dy-Eduvas of Healthway Medical said that a man’s belly bulge raises the white flag to good health, adding that “they become candidates for acquiring a heart disease, Type 2 diabetes, insulin resistance, and even cancer.”

If you want to keep yourself from acquiring these unwanted diseases, de Leon said that maintaining a ‘dad bod’ is not the way to go.

This Father’s Day, give yourself the advantage to feel good by ridding your unwanted belly fat—and no body shape is an exception.

With this, Healthway Medical—the most trusted and preferred mall-based clinics in the Philippines—encourages you to shed off your excess fat by choosing a healthier lifestyle.

De Leon said that for a more effective weight loss, it is important for you to make Sleep, Eat Right, Exercise, and De-stress (S.E.E.D.) as basis for jumpstarting the road to health and wellness.

“The secret is overall health through healthy and preventive lifestyle,” De Leon said. “If you want to be in good shape, you must keep portion sizes in check, sleep at least eight hours a day, and include simple exercises like brisk walking as part of your daily routine to beef up your metabolism.”

But to effectively realize your fitness goals, De Leon said that you need to undergo comprehensive examination first. “While moderate physical activities can help you control your weight, we suggest that you take HealthCheQ first especially if you are unaware of your health status.”

HealthCheQ is the premium executive checkup that responds to the immediate needs of individuals who put great value to their health and time. Its package includes complete laboratory and imaging studies, physical valuation, and special examinations.

“Through our HealthCheQ, we can closely monitor your health with an added convenience of an overnight hotel stay, gym membership, spa or massage treatments,” De Leon said.

Healthway Medical Clinics are located at Alabang Town Center, Edsa Shangri-la, Market! Market!, Festival Mall, Healthway Manila, SM The Block and Greenbelt 5. For inquiries, you can visit their website at www.healthway.com.ph.

Healthway Medical signs contract with I-Remit

In photo are (L-R): Luzviminda Nietes, Healthway Medical Manager for New Business; Alejandro Pepino, I-Remit Global Sales and Marketing Vice President; Harris Jacildo, I-Remit President and CEO; Carmie de Leon, Healthway Medical Vice President for Sales and Marketing; Joven Alcala, Healthway Medical Marketing Manager; Jennifer Saclolo, Healthway Medical Alternative Distribution Channel Head; and Naome Lucernas, Healthway Medical ADC Officer.

Healthway Medical, the country’s most-preferred and trusted mall-based clinic expands its reach by catering to global markets through its partnership with I-Remit, the largest Filipino-owned non-bank remittance service provider.

The venture allows Healthway Medical to offer its premium healthcare services to more than 2.2 million Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) and other Filipinos abroad through I-Remit’s iShop. Considered a “One-Stop Shop Delivery Service”, iShop accepts orders and coordinates the delivery of Pinoy gifts and pasalubong from Filipinos abroad to their respective beneficiaries and loved ones back home.

“By making our healthcare services available online, OFWs and foreigners can take care of themselves and their families without having to worry about being far away from home,” says Carmie de Leon, Healthway Medical Vice President for Sales and Marketing.

Healthway Medical will now be offering Health Screening services as well as its premium executive checkup package, HealthCheQ International, to over 1,400 remittance outlets located in 26 countries and territories covered by I-Remit.

“I-Remit’s presence in twenty-six countries across the world allows us to reward clients with value added service, and that’s where Healthway Medical fits into the picture,” says I-Remit Vice President for Global Sales and Marketing Alejandro Pepino. “I think one of the main concerns of an OFW is when they send money to the Philippines, they want to have a sense of security that is actually addressing the needs of the family. Our multiple remittance channels let OFWs make purchases in advance for their loved ones in the Philippines, and Healthway Medical is there to provide much-needed preventive care for their families.”

Healthway Medical’s Health Screenings provide diagnostic procedures that help determine diseases even before the onset of observable symptoms. This enables Healthway Medical’s healthcare professionals to apply preventive health procedures and easily treat conditions before they get worse. Among the health care packages offered are basic medical exams for male and female, diabetes screening, and dental services such as teeth whitening.

HealthCheQ International, on the other hand, offers a more comprehensive medical package that includes laboratory, diagnostic services, imaging studies, and special examinations. Available in transferrable coupons, HealthCheQ International is designed to provide medical and dental services for the entire family. The package also allows patients to choose among tests and procedures that best suit their needs, including cosmetic services such as warts removal and other facial-care procedures.

On top of premium healthcare, Healthway Medical extends its exclusive service with a complete wellness experience by offering an overnight stay at any of Healthway Medical’s partner hotels or resorts for a relaxing getaway.