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January 21, 2021 | 12:02 am
By Sherwin A. Lao
THE year 2020 is finally over ( sigh of relief ), but we are all still trying to adjust to the so-called “new normal.”
Optimism may be in the air as COVID-19’s days are probably numbered with vaccines coming our way, albeit, limited at the onset. Since last March, under ECQ (enhanced community quarantine, the strictest level), our lives have changed drastically, including our drinking habits. Being in the wine profession, the changes have been significant. Wine, of all alcohol beverages, is the most “social” drink. Unlike beers or spirits that are consumed via single bottles or shots, wine normally comes in a 750 ml bottle which is meant to be shared and finished. With the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) era still upon us, I give you my seven takeaways on how wine consumption changed since the start of our lockdown and the social distancing protocols.
Reformulation for sustainability: Woolworths to boost plant-based and healthier products portfolio as part of five-year plan Australian retail giant Woolworths is eyeing a major boost in plant-based and healthier reformulated product options to be part of its portfolio as part of its sustainability plan to be implemented over the next five years until 2025.
According to the Woolworths Sustainability Plan 2025, the firm aims to evolve its business strategy to take a more circular economy approach – and from the perspective of making improvements to its product portfolio, the focus will be on
‘making it easy for our [consumers] to choose products that are healthier, sustainably sourced and responsibly packaged’.
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Staying healthy and teaching your children how to stay healthy is important. Not only does eating right, keeping your stress levels in check, and keeping up with an exercise routine help
you feel your best, it also shows your kids how to maintain a healthy lifestyle that they can stick with for life.
But as any parent knows, when diapers need to be changed, naps need to be had, or schedules are thrown out of sorts, wellness isn t always top of mind. Plus, in a world where gyms are closed, exercise often requires a face mask, and common outings (hikes, travel, even grocery shopping) are trickier, staying healthy can feel harder than ever.