Sugar-Sweetened Beverage (SSB) and Alcoholic and Caffeinated Beverage (ACB) Intake and Their Effect on the Sleep Quality of Selected Night Shift Call Center Agents Working in Mandaluyong City

Excessive consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages, alcohol, and caffeine is linked to unhealthy behaviors, including poor sleep quality. This study aimed to look at sugar-sweetened beverage (SSB) and alcoholic and caffeinated beverage (ACB) intake and their effect on the sleep quality of selected night shift call center agents working in Mandaluyong City. A cross-sectional research design was used, and data were collected through an online questionnaire distributed to 247 qualified participants. Results showed that the most consumed beverage by the respondents was water, with an average amount of 1,187.66 ± 553.37 mL/day. They also habitually drank fruit juices, soft drinks, sweetened juice drinks, and whole milk. The respondents’ beverage intake exceeded the recommendations for both SSB and ACB. Furthermore, almost all (88.26%) of them are categorized to have poor sleep quality. Most respondents with poor sleep quality consume more ACBs (61.13%) than SSBs (38.87%). On the other hand, most respondents with good sleep quality consume more SSBs (55.23%) compared to ACBs (44.77%). This research contributes to the expanding body of information on the health impacts of SSB and ACB consumption. It emphasizes the need for nutrition-focused measures to minimize their intake and promote healthier alternatives

Perceptions and Readiness of Foodservice Establishments at the Onset of the COVID-19 Pandemic in Metro Manila and Region IV-A, Philippines

The study evaluated the perceptions and readiness of food business operators about COVID-19 through an online survey with respondents from Metro Manila and Region IV-A. Generally, they are knowledgeable about COVID-19 and its transmission, as reflected in their scores. The same is true about their attitude towards “new normal” practices. Years of operation, asset size, and continued operations and delivery services showed significant positive correlation with attitude scores. The resilience of some food business operators may be attributed to having more resources that enabled them to carry the added costs of what the new normal foodservice practices entailed. New normal practices include the implementation of health and safety protocols, shifting business models to online systems, food delivery services, dine-in by reservation, and menu innovations. Food business operators amenable to change and to innovate are more likely to keep afloat during a pandemic

Resource and Hazard Analysis of Selected Farmland Communities along Bicol River

This study provides information on resource and hazard map in selected farmland communities along Bicol River Basin specifically, identify and map-out the agri-fishery resources, climate-related hazard areas, agricultural infrastructures, landmarks and other relevant resources, determine the climate adaptation practices and strategies of agriculture and livestock in the community and propose a farm emergency plan intended for agricultural and livestock goods to minimize economic losses. Resource and Hazard Mapping was used as a tool in the Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA). Six communities from representative project beneficiaries from the Department of Agriculture Project Funded were identified as target participants. Results of PRA revealed that the majority of the land resources in the above-mentioned barangays are being utilized in rice, high-value crop and corn farming while fishing, livestock, and poultry are considered other livelihood sources. Their geographical advantage is also their agricultural weakness, as much of their farmland is prone to flooding during the wet season and drought during the dry season. Most farmers employ adaptation strategies such as early maturing, submergence tolerance, and salinity tolerance, as well as seeking another potential source of income. The resource and hazard map not just depicts various aspects related to agriculture, it is also a useful tool to the enhanced resilience from natural hazards and disasters

Bedbugs Inc.

Executive Summary. Bedbugs Inc. is a manufacturing firm of BedBugs. A Bedbug is an innovative product that comprises of various ideas taken from other similar products. A Bedbug is basically a pillow resembling certain animal facial features depending on the product line. It is made out of high quality materials such as the taffeta cloth. A bedbug in definition is actually an insect, but by giving it a \u27cute\u27 image, the corporation could then use it as its sole name. In setting up the corporation, there was a need for the Incorporators, to invest two thousand five hundred pesos (P 2,500), subscribe to 1000 shares each in order to comply with the requirements before a corporation may be approved. Bedbugs is a creative product especially chosen by the proponents. In order to come up with the product itself, the proponents made sure that the production process of using machinery and materials were available. In the technical aspect of this study, the proponents were more than able to perform the manufacturing process and to make the availability of suppliers and machines, so that the proponents could pursue the reliability of the product. In this study, cost per unit of production and break-even computations were also used and shown. Results showed that after selling 10 units per month, break-even may be achieved. This shows as an incentive indicator that the proponents may easily recover their cost and still gain a profit especially if the 112 units per month desired production capacity is followed On the market aspect, survey results show that there will be a potential monthly demand of 943 and a market share 11.88%. This shows that for the 112 units of production, there is already a share for the product in the market. With this the corporation may decide to produce more in order to satisfy the projected demand. A survey was conducted using simple random sampling. This part also showed the different marketing strategies that may be employed. The survey shows that the TV commercials is the primary promotional tool of the corporation. The proponents will try to achieve this. In coming up with the price, cost plus, demand based and competition-based pricing were used. The proponents made use of a 42% mark-up for the product and came up with a selling price of one hundred eighty-five pesos (P 185) per unit. Financial analysis also showed positive results. Profits may be generated in the continuance of the business and the resulting return on investment was positive. In constructing the organization structure, a careful process was established for each position. With mutual accordance, rules and regulations and disciplinary actions were formulated and agreed upon. Legal requirements can be complied with and a Gantt chart of activities was created to provide the schedule and to ensure pre-operational and post-operational activities. With the results established, the proponents have valid reason to continue with the proposed project. The proponents truly believe in the product