THE SHINING COPPER

THE OFFICIAL SCHOOL PUBLICATION OF LABO ELEMENTAARY SCHOOL

• DIVISION OF MARINDUQUE MIMAROPA REGION
• ISSUE 1 VOLUME
• JUNE-DECEMBER 2025
• SCIENCE INNOVATION
• VEGGIE
• POWER
• Nutribite-embutido on the go

ALLEZA LICAH M. CRUZADO

Creativity, science, and healthy eating came together in a delicious way at Labo Elementary School. A group of pupils recently made headlines after winning the district Science Investigatory Project competition with their innovative project, "Nutribite- Embutido."

The team composed of Emmanuel Matthias F. Esperanza, Zhirin Kendra V. Parreno, and Francis Benedik T. Sabuelva wanted to help children, especially those who are malnourished or underweight, learn how to eat more vegetables in a fun and enjoyable way. They noticed that many children do not like eating vegetables because of their taste, smell, or appearance.

Some vegetables look unfamiliar or not appealing to young learners, which makes them choose junk food instead.

Because of this problem, the young researchers thought of a creative solution. They decided to turn healthy vegetables such as squash (Cucurbita maxima), sweet potato or camote (Ipomoea batatas), and malunggay (Moringa oleifera) into a tasty and colorful embutido. Embutido is a food that many children already enjoy, so the team believed it would be a good way to hide vegetables and make them more appealing to kids.

The students worked hard on their project and conducted several experiments to find the best recipe. They prepared five different versions of the vegetable-based embutido. Each recipe had a different mix of ingredients and amounts of vegetables. To know which one was the best, they asked 20 fellow pupils to taste the samples. The pupils rated each recipe based on its flavor, texture, and appearance using a simple and easy-to-understand scoring system.

After carefully studying the results, the team found that the final version of the Nutribite-Embutido received very high scores.

WELLNESS

Sleep helps you live longer

KYLIE M. LUZANTA

Have you ever stayed up late watching videos, playing games, or doing homework? Many people think sleep is not very important, but a new study shows that sleep may be one of the most important things for a healthy and long life.

Researchers from Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) studied how sleep affects how long people live. They discovered that people who get enough sleep each night may live longer and feel healthier. The study was published ina science journal called SLEEP Advances.

The researchers studied information from different places in the United States. They looked at sleep habits and life expectancy, which means how long people usually live.

It scored 6.2 for taste, 6.0 for texture, and 6.3 for appearance out of a possible 7 points. Many of the pupils who tasted it described the embutido as "sweet and savory. They also liked its smooth texture and bright, colorful look, which made the food more enjoyable to eat.

Aside from being delicious, the Nutribite-Embutido is also very nutritious. A licensed nutritionist checked the product and confirmed that it contains important vitamins and minerals that help children grow strong, stay active, and remain healthy. The vegetables used in the embutido provide nutrients that They used survey data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) from the years 2019 to 2025

The results surprised the scientists. They found that sleep was even more important than diet, exercise, or spending time with friends when it came to living longer. Only smoking had a stronger effect on life expectancy than sleep

"We know sleep is important, but we did not expect it to be this powerful," said Dr. Andrew McHill, one of the lead researchers. He explained that people should try to get at least seven to nine hours of sleep every night if possible.

The CDC says that getting at least seven hours of sleep each night is considered enough sleep for most people. The researchers found that in many states and every year they studied, people who slept less than this were

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The students hope that their Nutribite- Embutido can be included in school feeding programs to help improve the nutrition of pupils. They also wish that parents will try preparing it at home so children can enjoy healthy food every day "This project taught us that healthy food can be both delicious and fun," said one of the young researchers. With creative ideas like Nutribite-Embutido, even malnourished pupils can learn to enjoy vegetables and improve their health, one tasty bite at a time.

SCIENCE BITZ

UP study helps explain storm behavior

KYLE M. LUZANTA

Scientists from the University of the Philippines (UP) studied how storms, also called tropical cyclones, behave in the Philippines over the past 25 years. They looked at 372 cyclones that entered the country from 1979 to 2024, analyzing their speed, strength, and the areas they hit

The study found that storms affecting northern parts of the country, such as Luzon, are usually stronger but move more slowly. Because these storms linger for a longer time, they can bring heavy rainfall that may lead to flooding, landslides, and other hazards. Communities in these areas need to prepare for longer-lasting storms and take precautions to stay safe.

On the other hand, storms that hit southern regions, like the Visayas and Mindanao move faster and can get stronger very quickly. This means that people in these areas have less time to prepare for strong winds, heavy rain, and other dangers Rapidly moving storms can catch communities by surprise, making early warnings and quick action very important.UP experts said that studying and understanding these storm patterns is very important for disaster preparedness Knowing how storms behave in different parts of the country can help communities stay alert, plan ahead, and protect themselves and their homes during bad weather. This kind of research can save lives and reduce damage caused by tropical cyclones.

more likely to have shorter lives. Although the study did not explain exactly why sleep helps people live longer, scientists know that sleep helps the heart, the brain, and the immune system. When people do not get enough sleep, they may get sick more often, feel tired, and have trouble thinking and learning

The researchers say this study reminds everyone that sleep should be a top priority. "Sometimes people think sleep is something they can skip," Dr. McHill said. "But getting good sleep helps you feel better and may help you live longer.

This study teaches us that sleep is just as important as eating healthy food and exercising. So the next time it is bedtime, remember that getting enough sleep is one simple way to take care of your body and stay healthy for many years to come.