Netnet Camomot is a veteran columnist and a staple of the Mindanao media landscape. Known for her signature blend of wit, candor, and relatability, she has spent years chronicling the "slices of life" that define the modern Kagay-anon experience. Her writing moves effortlessly between lighthearted lifestyle observations and sharp social commentary, offering readers a mirror to the daily rhythms of Mindanaoan society. With a focus on the personal and the local, Netnet has built a loyal following that looks to her for both humor and insight into contemporary culture. As a long-time contributor to the Mindanao Gold Star Daily, she continues to be a definitive voice in the region's opinion pages, bridging the gap between national issues and the kitchen-table conversations of her readers.
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In a personal commentary on health and culture, a writer traces her shift from the low-fat, high-aerobics craze of the rotary phone era to a high-protein carnivore diet and resistance training, challenging traditional views on weight loss, carb-heavy Filipino feasts, and long-term metabolic health.
In January 2021, after months of eating and occasional drinking while stuck at home during the pandemic lockdowns, my weight had climbed from my pre-pandemic 150 pounds to 180. My blood pressure finally decided to follow suit, shooting up to levels that required both divine and medical interventions.
The Ateneo group of universities has been having a bad year.
In a witty take on modern lifestyle crazes, this column explores the meteoric rise of pickleball in the Philippines. Blending local humor with personal health reflections, the piece reminds readers that while trendy racket sports are great for fun, sustainable diet habits remain the true foundation of health.
“You’re so vain / You probably think this song is about you,” goes the Carly Simon classic.
A friend died several weeks ago. At her wake, her youngest brother shared that when she was healthy, they would often find each other awake and online at 3 a.m., exchanging a quiet “Oist, tulog na.”
Two months after the tragic loss of Ateneo players Bobet Baterbonia and Divine Adili in Aurora, sympathizers continue to flock to Talacogon, Agusan del Sur. The tragedy's ripple effects extend across youth basketball transfers, public accountability discussions, and deeper reflections on Davao's political and regional identity.
There’s this particular store where I always end up buying something. I’ve even told whoever happens to be the assigned cashier that it should be renamed The Budol Shop.
From trying out the pickleball trend on May the Fourth to stepping back due to an ACL tear, one writer reflects on navigating grief, fitness adaptations, and local lifestyle shifts in Cagayan de Oro—finding joy as the team’s unofficial videographer while simplifying their health journey.
My youngest bro suggested this version of resistance training to me: put my hand up to signify “stop” each time carbs are right in front of me while saying, “I resist.” Haha!
Sleeping inside the cinema while watching a movie has become my hardest habit to break.