Manulife Philippines, the local arm of global financial services leader Manulife, has teamed up once again with brand ambassadors Erwan Heussaff and his daughter Dahlia to premiere the third installment of their heartwarming video series — this time spotlighting the power of healthy eating habits.
The video, now live on Erwan’s social media channels, captures a cozy rainy day at home as the father-daughter duo bond over cooking tomato soup. The simple yet nourishing recipe reinforces the message that small steps in the kitchen can have a lasting impact on overall health.
“Teaching kids to eat right at an early age is just as critical as instilling values like honesty or kindness. It shapes their lifelong health, discipline, and relationship with food,” Erwan shared. “Obesity, diabetes, and other chronic diseases — once seen mostly in adults — are now affecting children. Healthy eating early can help prevent these long-term issues.”
Health Awareness vs. Action
Manulife Philippines’ latest research reveals a reality check for Filipinos:
- 33% admit their lifestyle is unhealthy
- 24% say they’re unsure what a healthy diet really means
- The 2025 Manulife Asia Care Survey found that while Filipinos rank physical health as the most important factor to living longer, more than half regularly practice only 5 out of 17 key preventive health actions.
Through this collaboration, Erwan hopes to show that even the smallest everyday habits — like cooking simple, nutritious meals — can pave the way for a healthier lifestyle.
Empowering Filipinos to Live Better
“Insights from our recent studies reveal Filipinos are aware of the importance of their physical health. But awareness alone isn’t enough — we need to bridge the gap to action,” said Sonali Verma, Chief Marketing Officer of Manulife Philippines. “At Manulife, we’re committed to empowering Filipinos to take charge of their health, wellness, and financial security through our products, solutions, and meaningful partnerships. Working with trusted public figures like the Heussaffs helps us make these messages relatable and impactful.”
Since joining wife Anne Curtis as a Manulife brand ambassador, Erwan has worked with the company to produce videos promoting healthier living — from cooking tips to environmental initiatives with the Haribon Foundation. The Heussaff family also recently starred in Manulife Philippines’ brand campaign, “M Knows Better.”
