There are lots of things that a singer must avoid in order to take good care his or her voice. According to some old folks a singer must avoid drinking cold water, sweet foods or drinks. Also always have a good sleep and avoid staying late at night. I remember the mother of a young singer of my uncle’s band used to give hot water with calamansi after her daughter sings.

For me the most important thing to avoid is cigars. I even heard Basil Valdez in his interview that that he got back his voice when he stopped smoking for this can really affect your voice. I remember my husband also told me a story when one of their classmates made this as their thesis. They proved that non smokers can blow hard compare to those who smoke.