Simple laundry hacks to wash your worries away in the rainy season

Simple laundry hacks to wash your worries away in the rainy season

During the rainy season, almost everyone has experienced having at least one batch of laundry that takes ages to dry. With the weather becoming increasingly unpredictable these days, how do you keep your clothes and fabric fresh, clean, and kulob-free?

Midea (pronounced mai-dee-yah), the leader in intelligent, and surprisingly friendly home solutions, shares this simple guide to help you keep your newly washed clothes and fabrics clean, fresh, and vibrant even when the monsoon hits.

Choose the right washing cycle and mode.

Midea 8.5Kg Fully Automatic Top Load Washing Machine

With so many different options available to us, it’s important to choose the correct spin cycle for the clothes we’re washing. For a more hassle-free washing experience, there’s the Midea 8.5Kg Fully Automatic Top Load Washing Machine that automatically calculates and determines the spin duration, water program, water level, and the number of rinses that your clothes need.

This washer also has 8 different wash programs to assist you in washing your clothes properly and easily such as Standard, Quick, Bulky, Delicates, Intensive, Mini Wash, Jeans, and Dump Dry options. All these come with an energy-efficient washing experience, thanks to the inverter function, making your washing experience more efficient and less time-consuming.

Hot water gets the job done.

Midea 12/8 Kg Fully Automatic Front Load Combo Washing Machine

When it comes to washing your workout pants, socks, and undergarments hot water can be the best option for thoroughly cleaning dirt and odors. To help you better take care of your clothes and leave them smelling clean and fresh the next day, you can start off with the Midea’s 12/8Kg Fully Automatic Front Load Combo Washing Machine which has a built-in water heater that allows you to adjust the water temperature from 30°C to 75°C to efficiently remove dirt, bacteria, and odor from fabrics, and give you clothes are free from amoy-kulob, even during the rainy season.

Say goodbye to clutter and an unorganized laundry stack as this washer also comes with 16 pre-set functions such as Cotton, Delicate, ECO Wash, Rapid, Stain Wash, Jeans, Normal, Duvet, Dry Only, Auto Clean, Shoes, Towel, Antiallergic, Silent, Spin Only, and My Cycle. This 2-in-1 washer also has a 1-hour wash-spin-dry cycle function so you can experience the best of both worlds and enjoy more cozy moments with your family!

Keep your washing machine dirt and clog-free.

Midea 13KG Twin TubA dirty washing machine is a perfect environment for mold and bacterial growth, as well as grime buildup so if you continue to wash your clothes in a not-so-clean washing machine, your clothes can get stained and come out with a not-so-pleasant smell. This is where the Midea 13KG Twin Tub can help.

This twin tub has a superb built feature which means it’s made from a highly durable plastic body that cannot be easily nipped away by dirt and clog and is also rustproof. Plus, it comes with a Magic Lint Filter that helps trap loose threads, leftover trash, sequins, and buttons so it won’t interfere with the cleaning process.

Go for the efficient inverter washer.

Midea 7.5kg Front Load Washer InverterWhen you have loads of dirty clothes to wash, especially in this damp weather, time and electricity consumption are important considerations. The faster you can do your laundry, the more power and time you save. This is where Midea 7.5kg Front Load Washer Inverter can become your best laundry buddy. This washer comes with an inverter function that gives an energy-efficient washing experience – that means it uses the least amount of power without sacrificing its cleaning performance.

The Auto-Clean function of this front load also has a high-speed water flow that clears dirt residues off the inner and outer drum to prevent secondary pollution of the clothes. Plus, with its 15-quick wash feature, you can wrap up your laundry time in just 15 minutes – more time to spend relaxing or bonding with your family! Not only that, but Midea washers are also strategically installed with Piso-Wash features. This means that when you use Midea’s home-friendly solutions, the electricity cost per wash load is equivalent to only PHP1.00!

By making just a few tweaks to your routine and choosing the right washing appliance, you will know how to keep your laundry fresh during the rainy season and not let the rain dampen your plans.  Another useful tip is to use a dehumidifier like the Midea Cube Dehumidifier to keep away the dampness and kulob-smell on your clothes while making sure you’re home environment is safe from moisture. You can conveniently keep dampness away wherever you are in your home by controlling this humidifier through the Midea Air app.

Get rid of those kulob-smelling clothes effortlessly during the rainy season with Midea. Midea’s products are available at the following Midea Philippines online flagship stores:

You can also check out more Midea intelligent home solutions at leading appliance stores nationwide or visit any of these sites – Facebook: MideaPhilippines;  Instagram: mideaph; Youtube: Midea Philippines Official and on TikTok: mideaphilippines

  • There are many translations for the word “kulob” in this context it refers to that muggy smell between washed and unwashed.
Find that work-life balance and take the time to play

Find that work-life balance and take the time to play

As adults, we tend to work ourselves to the bone and we forget about this “new-fangled” thing called work-life balance. Okay, it isn’t really new, but it is something that is often overlooked, especially when we are working towards a financial goal. It could be something like a new car, your child’s tuition, an expensive phone, or even simply future financial security.

I, myself, work several jobs. I teach, which means I prepare lesson plans, deliver the lectures, interact with my students, then check and grade their submissions. I write on the side and right now it is a bunch of AV scripts. I do social media management so I’m preparing a social media plan. I edit for some authors, which for me, does not feel like work. And if any other opportunity comes around, I snap those up, too.

So, like you, I don’t get much time to relax – it is work, work, work. What you and I need are opportunities to destress!

If I could get away I would go to …

… the beach! If time and money are things to consider, the simplest getaway I could think of is a visit to the beach.

Nirvana! I don’t even need company. I just need the peace and quiet of laying on the soft sand with the sound of the waves in my ears and the gentle sea breeze flowing over my skin.

But if money was no object and time was not a factor either, I would love to travel again.  It has been so many years since I’ve flown anywhere. The last country I visited was Hong Kong which I have been to many times. So far I’ve only been to Hong Kong, Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, and, of course, different parts of the Philippines. I would love to go somewhere different and new starting with those that countries that don’t require a visa for short-term visits.

Escape for a few hours

You don’t need to go far or spend a lot of time traveling to destress. There are things you can do nearby or even in the comfort of your home that will do as well.

Grab a drink with friends

Whether it is at a coffee shop, a juice bar, a restaurant, or a bar … it’s not about what you eat or drink, it is about who you spend it with!

Meeting up with friends means we get to talk about stuff that has nothing to do with work. We could catch up on each others’ lives, gossip about other people, talk about something we watched or read … really the topics for discussion are endless! Just try not to talk about work as that would defeat the purpose.

My favorite place to meet up with friends is Starbucks, specifically the Starbucks Reserve near my house. I love how they greet me by name and with a smile and wave from the moment I step into the store. They make me feel so welcome! I love how they know me so well that I just give them my tumbler and they know what to put in it without me saying anything.

Another place I like to go to is High Grounds Cafe, also near my house. I think of it as a one-stop shop. They have coffee, tea, food, and beers so, whatever my friends feel like, this place most likely has it.

Exercise

exercise

When we think of relaxing exercise most people immediately imagine yoga or pilates. But the truth is, any type of exercise can serve to relax and destress. Exercising releases endorphins – the happy hormone – which help in releasing the tension that may have accumulated while we are working.  My go-to workouts are dance exercises, running, and lifting weights at the gym.

You can even exercise at home if you have the discipline for it. I have an exercise bike at home that I try to use once a day for 30 minutes … the operative word is TRY.

Veg in front of the TV

Grab some snacks and the TV remote and put on that movie or TV series you’ve wanted to watch for some time … or watch something new! You can even watch a game if you are into sports. Watch on your own or watch with family or friends. Escaping into a fictional world or watching other people excel in sports takes your mind away from your work.

The last series I watched on Netflix was Neil Gaiman’s Sandman. How about you? What was the last thing you watched?

Read a book

read a bookReading is not something a lot of people enjoy but for bookworms, like myself, this is an easy way to escape! Whether it is an e-book or a physical book, I enjoy getting lost in the stories and characters that jump at me from the page.

If I had to choose between e-books and physical books, it would be difficult. I love how convenient reading an e-book is as I only need to have whatever device I have handy, such as my smartphone or iPad/tablet. And yet, there is something to be said about the smell and feel of holding a book in your hands.

Right now I am reading so many books at the same time! I’m in the middle of a story in iBooks, a couple (or more books on Kindle, and so many more on Goodnovel.

If reading is not your thing, that’s okay. There are other things you can do such as …

Play games

Games abound for game consoles, mobile phones, and tablets. While there are also games available for desktop or laptop computers, many adults (especially the much older ones) cannot be bothered to install a game, unless someone installs it for them. I have a few games installed on my phone. My go-to games to relax are word puzzles, matching games, and shooting games. I don’t like games with timers (especially those with a very short timer) because they tend to stress me out instead of relaxing me.

Recently I did a Google search looking for some classic games I could play online and I came across this website called Plays.org.

plays.org

Two things attracted me … FREE and ONLINE. So I scrolled through and played a few of the games.

Awe Shoot! shooting games

Cannons and Soldiers

I tried a couple of shooting games.  The first one was the Cannons and Soldiers Mountain Offense. As with most shooting games, it has to do with physics.  To play you need to choose the correct trajectory and strength to release the cannonball from the cannon and hit the soldier. In this game, there is no need to actually hit the soldier as he can just fall or get hit by debris.

The trajectory of the cannon is easy enough to figure out as it just follows whatever direction the mouse is in.  The strength of release, however, can only be controlled by mousing over the cannon first. It would have been helpful if that was written in the help link/button.

The help button at the start is no help at all. It just says Forestry Games and plays.org so to play it I kind of had to figure it out for myself.

The Sorcerer

The Sorcerer

The second game I tried was called The Sorcerer. This one did not take much figuring out as it is tailored after the classic game Zuma.

In this game, the goal is to form at least 3 balls of the same color in a row to eliminate them and ultimately remove all the balls before they reach the end. I haven’t reached the higher levels yet so I don’t know if this version of this shooting game has the option to switch balls with the spare as Zuma did but so far, it plays in pretty much the same way.

The Sorcerer is a relaxing game until the balls snake closer to the exit … then the pressure really piles on, especially at the higher levels.

Education

Zombie Typing

I mentioned earlier that I am drawn to word puzzles so I looked some up like crosswords, word twists, etc. and the one that caught my interest is Zombie Typing. This is probably not the most relaxing game but I think I enjoyed it the most. If you aren’t a fast typer this game will turn you into one or the zombies are gonna get ya!

On the lower levels, the words are easy with some words just being 3 or 4 letters long. Later the words get longer and longer. If you misspell a word, there is no backspace. What you typed will disappear and you have to start over.

Solitaire and Pinball

Speaking of classic games, we can’t get more classic than Solitaire and Pinball. Of all the solitaire variants available I chose Luxor Tripeaks.

Just as with the original version of the game, the goal is to bring down cards from the pattern above whose value is one step higher or lower than the exposed card. If there is no available card then we open a card from the stack until a card appears that will allow cards from above to be brought down. In the end, what we want to do is to bring down all the cards.

Space Adventure Pinball

Space Adventure Pinball

For pinball, I chose Space Adventure Pinball. Except for the space theme, this pinball game executes just like regular pinball. The controls are fairly easy as well as it uses the arrow keys on the keyboard. However, I must confess … this game would be more fun if I could use both hands for the paddles. It is probably just me, but controlling the paddles with just the fingers of my right hand is not as fun as having my left-hand control the left paddle and my right-hand control the right.


Beyond playing the games I also took the time to read all the other information on the site and I made some exciting discoveries!

If you want to just play, with no commitments, you can! Just pick a game from their wide selection and start playing. But if you want to save and track your progress then you need to register on their website.

These games could be played on a touchscreen. This means that so long as the device has a browser the games could still be played. Hooray for pinball! Woohoo!

New games are added often and will appear at https://plays.org/games first.

No ads or ads targeting. I was so glad to see this! Do you have any idea how rare that is?  I hate how my game gets interrupted by ads. Well, here is a site with TONS of games and no ads.  According to their site:

We use Clicky web analytics to track our website performance to see where our site is discussed around the web and how popular various games are so we can create and publish more games similar to the most popular games. We do not serve ads on our site nor retarget users across the web.

The one feature I would probably hope they would add as I didn’t see it is a search feature, just so finding specific games would be faster.

I am not exaggerating much when I say “tons of games”. Look at the number of categories alone!


I feel that I need to explore Plays.org more as I’ve barely scratched the surface. With thousands of games available, I could choose one game a day and will still be visiting the site for years to come. I’m really looking forward to playing some of the cartoon games next like The Powerpuff Girls, the Superhero games, and Looney Toons. I can’t wait to try them all!

Be confident in the workplace with the Samsung Galaxy A23 and A13

Be confident in the workplace with the Samsung Galaxy A23 and A13

Starting one’s first job is one of the most challenging periods for young professionals. There’s constant stress over their fear of rejection, too much pressure, and high expectations towards their tasks. Joining the workforce may be intimidating but with a few tips, they can face those fears and be awesome at work.

Always be prepared

make a list – photo by Glenn Carstens-Peters

There are always a lot of things to be juggled at work but they can be handled easily with some preparation. Lists are easy to make and follow, and they come in different formats. Some have straightforward lists that outline what they need to do in a day, arranged by level of importance. A common tip is to start with the hardest task first so it is out of the way. Another good tip is to outline weekly and plot deadlines and assign when they will be worked on. It is also advisable to finish tasks little by little to make progress.

Join workshops and training

It’s easy to get overwhelmed with all the tasks that need to be done. There are workshops and seminars that teach fresh graduates the skills they need to succeed. Many companies offer free training, while there are those that cover the cost of signing up. It will also be helpful to watch videos on YouTube or read articles to up-skill and impress colleagues and bosses.

Have a reliable smartphone

Smartphones have now become extensions of work since they have a lot of productivity apps such as Notes and Google Workspace. It can serve as a second screen or a work device when on the go. Some considerations for a smartphone are a large screen that can display important files, a long battery life, and large storage.

Samsung’s Galaxy A23 and A13 are the ideal smartphones to help young professionals become more prepared and efficient at work.

Both the Galaxy A23 and A13 have a 6.6” TFT V-Cut Display, large enough to display reports or spreadsheets, and even online meetings.  

The devices are also useful outside of the workplace. They sport a Quad Camera that captures various types of content with its 50MP main camera, which captures photos and videos in clear and vibrant detail. Both the devices can store all the important photo and video memories and even important files with 128GB of internal storage, which can be expanded by up to 1TB. Lastly, a 5,000mAh of battery so there’s enough power to last the whole day.

Both smartphones are available in Awesome Black, Awesome Blue, and Awesome Peach, while the Galaxy A23 has an additional Awesome White variant. The smartphones are available in all authorized Samsung Stores and online for:

  • Galaxy A23 (6+128GB) – PHP 13,990 SRP
  • Galaxy A13 (4+128GB) – PHP 10,490 SRP
  • Galaxy A13 (6+128GB) – PHP 11,490 SRP

Awesome deals for everyone

Purchase the new Galaxy A13 with flexible payment terms through participating credit cards for as low as PHP 1,784.33/mo at 0% interest for 6 months. Home Credit payment is also available and pays for as low as PHP 841/mo at 0% interest for 9 months. Both of these offers are available until June 30.

For more information about the Samsung Galaxy A23 and A13, visit samsung.com/ph.

Safe Samsung Shopping

Health and safety protocols are strictly followed in Samsung Experience Stores to keep consumers and employees safe. Adhering to the guidelines set by the Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases, Samsung has implemented the mandatory use of face masks and performs frequent sanitation in all stores.

Samsung Experience Stores also has unique QR health declaration codes to promote a safe and contactless contact tracing process. Product demonstrations are done side-by-side instead of face-to-face while keeping the required safe distance of one (1) meter to make sure everyone is socially distanced.

To find the nearest Samsung Experience Store, visit samsung.com/ph/samsung-experience-store/locations.

About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Samsung inspires the world and shapes the future with transformative ideas and technologies. The company is redefining the worlds of TVs, smartphones, wearable devices, tablets, digital appliances, network systems, and memory, system LSI and LED solutions. For the latest news, please visit the Samsung Newsroom at http://news.samsung.com.

5 simple tricks to create legendary lashes

5 simple tricks to create legendary lashes

Manila, Philippines – The eyes are the windows to the soul. While a bold eye shadow will definitely catch anyone’s attention, lashes with visible length and volume will keep them coming back for more!

So if you’re wondering how you can up your allure for the next date night, lock everyone’s attention during presentations, or simply bring the focus on your eyes while wearing a face mask – here are foolproof ways you can create lashes that stand out in terms of both length and volume, no falsies needed.

Curl your lashes first, girl

Some ladies, especially those on the go, might skip this step before applying mascara to instantly up their lash game. However, a simple preparation will give you that extra edge.

The secret? Curling your lashes for about ten seconds. This gives it enough time to be bent to a more ideal shape while also respecting how delicate lashes actually are – once is enough! After that, you can apply a lash primer or a clear mascara which helps lengthen the lashes and reduce clumps. Let it stay and dry before applying the regular mascara.

Avoid the clumps

Being at home for a while gave us fewer chances to need lashes with extra oomph. This might have affected the mascara formula, which when applied could result in clumpiness.

Set your mascara back to its original consistency by warming the tube (with the cap tightly secured, of course!) in a glass of hot water for a couple of minutes. When taking out the wand, don’t dip it; twirl it instead to evenly distribute the formula onto the brush. Still have some excess? Wipe the brush on a clean tissue before applying it to your lashes for an even spread.

Start at the root and wiggle your way up

Taken from https://www.ipsy.com/blog/how-to-apply-mascara

For mascara newbies, it might make sense to apply the product right at the tip but that’s actually one of the beauty no-nos.

Start by wiggling the brush at the base of your lashes, and then start pulling up while maintaining that wiggling motion to keep the lashes separate from each other and create that desired illusion of full lashes. A flick of the wrist upward as you reach the end also extends the curl.

Take time to layer your lashes

Remember: applying mascara to your lashes adds a layer of product to your natural hair follicles. With each layer applied, the more length your lashes will have, so take time to build it up as you go.

Aside from the clear mascara or primer mentioned earlier, a quick and easy way to add layers is by applying translucent powder in between coats of mascara, which will help the product cling to your lashes and make them thicker as you go. You could also mix and match other variants like waterproof mascara to make sure they’re protected from the elements.

When it comes to your lashes – size matters

You’re already making a huge effort to make your lashes stand out, so keep everything on fleek by using Avon’s new and exclusive Legendary Lengths Mascara.

Avon Legendary Lengths Mascara

Avon Legendary Lengths Mascara

Extend your lashes up to 50% with 3x the volume thanks to the next generation polymers expertly formulated in the product, applied with the Instalength tapered brush, giving you 100% Lash Satisfaction from root to tip that can last all day.

Mimiyuuuh

Mimiyuuuh

“Why choose between length and volume when you can have both?”, says social media sensation Mimiyuuuh, who refuses to settle when it comes to her look and the beauty products that she uses. With the help of Avon Legendary Lengths Mascara, Mimi turns heads with volumized and longer lashes that are just to die for, without having to compromise one for the other.

To get your own Legendary Lengths Mascara, contact an Avon Representative near you or visit www.avonshop.ph to purchase.

About Avon

Avon has been doing beauty differently for 135 years. Avon is a company that connects people, using the power of beauty to transform lives for the better. Millions of independent sales Representatives across the world sell iconic Avon brands through their social networks, building their own beauty businesses on a full- or part-time basis. Avon stands for gender equality, and we believe in listening to women’s needs, speaking out about issues that matter, and creating positive change. Through Avon and the Avon Foundation, we’ve donated over $1.1billion, with a focus on tackling gender violence and breast cancer. Avon is part of the Natura &Co Group. Learn more at www.avonworldwide.com.

Protect Lives and Livelihood with These Easy Fire Prevention Tips and Cebuana Lhuillier ProtectMax

Protect Lives and Livelihood with These Easy Fire Prevention Tips and Cebuana Lhuillier ProtectMax

Damage caused by fire is insurmountable. It affects the lives and livelihood of many Filipinos, regardless of their economic status in life. Unfortunately, our kababayans in the marginalized sector can experience bigger risks and more profound impacts.

We are dedicated to promoting financial inclusion, ensuring that ordinary Filipinos can access affordable protection and security as part of their financial plans. It’s essential for them to have access to basic security measures that can help mitigate the impact of potential disasters.

Jean Henri Lhuillier

CEO & President, Cebuana Lhuillier

In the first two months of 2022, the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) reported that fire incidents increased by nearly 13% compared to the same period in the previous year. Furthermore, data from 2020 indicated that the main causes of fire accidents were open flames from torches, unattended cooking, and faulty electrical connections.

Like other threats and risks associated with unfortunate events, such as natural disasters and fire-related negligence, thousands of lives and properties worth millions—if not billions—are lost each year. This highlights the urgent need for financial tools to mitigate the financial impacts of such incidents.

Fire Safety Tips

As the country observes the annual Fire Prevention Month, here are some tips from the BFP to make sure that your house is safe from fire:

Unplug appliances when they are not in use.

Unplugging devices when they’re not in use helps reduce electricity consumption and lowers the risk of fire hazards. Excessive electricity flowing through appliances like televisions, computers, and others, or the potential for power surges, can indeed lead to fires.

Always remember to unplug your appliances before leaving the house.

Never leave flames or heated appliances unattended.

Always be cautious with any open flames, such as candles or while cooking. Keep a watchful eye and be prepared to react if something goes wrong. It’s a good idea to install smoke alarms and have fire extinguishers readily available nearby.

Keep flammable items away from things that can be a source of fire.

Proper storage of various items and supplies can help prevent fire incidents. Ensuring that flammable items are stored correctly and kept away from heat sources can save you from potential accidents.

Declutter.

Having too many items stacked in an area can allow a fire to spread more quickly. By decluttering certain spaces in your home, you can reduce the risk of fire spreading, minimize potential losses, and help protect your home in the event of a fire.

Regularly inspect your electrical wiring.

Be vigilant about any visible faulty wiring. This can damage your appliances and potentially lead to a fire.

Always remember that prevention is better than cure. Knowing these fire prevention tips can save you and others from a devastating event.

This Fire Prevention Month, it’s essential to raise awareness about fire safety and prevention. In addition to being prepared for fire incidents, it’s crucial that everyday Filipinos have a safety net in place. This is the primary mission of our microinsurance product, ProtectMax. This product offers comprehensive coverage at a more affordable price.

Jonathan Batangan

First Vice President and Group Head, Cebuana Lhuillier

To reduce the risk of fire and other natural disasters, Cebuana Lhuillier offers ProtectMAX, an affordable microinsurance product designed for individuals aged 7 to 70 years.

This policy includes benefits such as a Death Benefit, Accident or Sickness Emergency Cash Assistance, Accidental Dismemberment or Disablement coverage, protection against Murder and Unprovoked Assault, and cash assistance for Residential Fire Reconstruction.

For as low as P50, you can obtain coverage valued at up to P61,000. Each certificate is valid for four months from the date of issuance, and an individual can purchase a maximum of five certificates per year.

To learn more about Cebuana Lhuillier ProtectMAX, visit the nearest Cebuana Lhuillier branch or log on to www.cebuanalhuillier.com. Avail of ProtectMAX now at nearly 3,000 Cebuana Lhuillier branches nationwide.

PCPPI marks World Water Day, urges public to conserve water

PCPPI marks World Water Day, urges public to conserve water

By 2025, two-thirds of the world’s population may be facing water shortages. According to World Wildlife Fund Inc., this may get worse considering the current consumption rate worldwide. On World Water Day, Pepsi-Cola Products Philippines, Inc. (PCPPI)—the exclusive manufacturer of PepsiCo beverages in the country—is urging the public to participate in water conservation efforts to reduce any unnecessary water usage.

Frederick Ong, President and CEO of Pepsi-Cola Products Philippines, Inc.

Frederick Ong: President and CEO of Pepsi-Cola Products Philippines, Inc.

“Water is a fundamental right. This is the reason we strictly manage our water consumption and water waste. We need to integrate water conservation methods to improve global water security. We encourage the public to use water responsibly as this is a shared responsibility that we need to take seriously,” said PCPPI president and Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Frederick D. Ong.

Last year, PCPPI reported a six percent reduction in its 2020 water usage. The company saved around 369,000 cubic meters of water which is equal to more than 147 Olympic-sized swimming pools. From 2019 to 2021, the company has reduced its water use by 11.5%.

To bolster its water stewardship initiatives, PCPPI monitors its water consumption in its operations and has devised ways to improve its water recycling to minimize wastage. It also continues to strengthen its host communities’ involvement by partnering with local government units for its adopt-a-river program.

Everybody can join this water conservation movement, even while at home. Here are some tips on how you can efficiently use water and save money on water bills, too.

Prep your food wisely

Practice rinsing your fruits and vegetables in a basin of water instead of under running water. Do this and save up to 10 to 15 gallons of water every year.

Defrost frozen food in the refrigerator overnight. This is better than placing it under a flowing tap. When boiling vegetables, make sure to use only enough water. This allows you to still get adequate nutrients from them. Use your rice wash to water the plants.

Run full loads of laundry

If you want to wash your laundry with ease, soak your dirty clothes in water for at least 20 minutes to remove the stains. It is also advisable to run a full load of laundry to maximize the water used—it’s energy-efficient, too. You may then recycle the laundry water and use it to clean your garage, pathways, bathroom floors, or your pet’s cage.

Check for leaks

Regularly check for pipe leaks. If you see signs of molds or foul smells, it’s best to ask for help from an experienced plumber to inspect your plumbing system. Leaks occur in toilets, too. Try adding a small drop of food coloring to your toilet tank and wait for a few minutes to test for leaks. If the water in the bowl changes its color even without flushing, then it’s leaking. Getting rid of leaks could save a household 10,000 gallons of water per year.

Shower and brush your teeth responsibly

When washing with soap or shampoo, turn off the faucet to prevent water waste. You can also work on reducing your shower time by finishing your bath routine quickly. If possible, use a bucket and a dipper or get a water-saving showerhead.

It is wise to brush your teeth and rinse using a cup of water. Running the tap while toothbrushing uses up as much as six liters of water every time.

Save water when cleaning outdoors

Use a pail of water and a broom rather than a hose to get rid of stubborn dirt on your sidewalk, driveway, or parking lot. To add, use recycled laundry water. It has the same cleaning effect for outdoor dirty areas as with clean tap water.

Turn off faucets

Need we say more? Turn off all your faucets at home when not in use.

There are still so many ways to conserve water and to ensure global water security. The world is changing and it is only fitting that we change our ways, too, because this fact remains: Water is life.

About Pepsi Philippines

Pepsi-Cola Products Philippines Inc. (PCPPI) is the exclusive manufacturer of PepsiCo beverages & snacks in the Philippines, with a relationship spanning 70 years. PCPPI is a listed company in the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE: PIP) with Lotte Corporation which is a holding company of Lotte Chilsung Beverage, one of the biggest beverage companies in South Korea as the lead shareholder co-managing with PepsiCo.

PCPPI manufactures and sells well-known food and beverage brands: Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, 7-Up, Mirinda, Mug, Gatorade, Tropicana, Lipton, Sting, Premier, Sips, Milkis, Let’s Be, and Aquafina. It has established 14 manufacturing facilities across the country, serving more than 700,000 outlets and providing employment through its extensive distribution network.

PCPPI is committed to creating a positive impact on society with programs focused on environmental sustainability, nutrition, education, and livelihood. For more information, visit www.pepsiphilippines.com.

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