BAGUIO CITY, Nov. 25 -- The City Health Services Office here on Tuesday once again reminded residents to watch their diet during festivities this holiday season.

"We have to watch out the food we eat as we attend numerous parties," Dr. Celia Flor Brillantes, city health officer, said in a phone interview.

"Let us not forget that we can have fun during Christmas parties without being exposed to health problems."

Brillantes urged party organizers to consider including healthy foods like fruits, vegetables and those that are not high on oil and salt in their menu.

She also said that party-time can be enjoyed without extending up to the wee hours in the morning.

Brillantes noted that unhealthy food and lifestyle could trigger hypertensio...