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Why Aren’t You Losing Any Weight? Here’s The Answer
A lot of us put in much effort in a bid to achieve a significant reduction in our weight or body size. It however might not come to us as we want it.
One might often wonder why - "what am I not doing right?'. Well, the answers are not…
Using Deodorants in Armpits Doesn’t Cause Cancer – Expert
A medical practitioner, Dr Peter Atangwho, on Saturday explained that applying deodorants to armpits to prevent body odour does not cause breast cancer.
Atangwho, the Chief Executive Officer of TeleMed Online Clinic, told the…
One Egg a Day, Good for Human Health — Nutritionist
Dr Adekoya Owosibo, a Nutritionist and Provost, Federal College of Animal Health and Production Technology, Ibadan, says the consumption of one egg in a day will promote good health.
Owosibo made the assertion in an interview…
Morning Routine For Healthy Glowing Skin
One of the secrets to a great skin is a good morning routine. Every day, if you follow a routine for the skin, one that suits its type, you will see the difference in a few days.
Below is an easy everyday morning routine that is sure to…
Skincare 101: Knowing Your Skin Type
Have you ever tried a new skincare product only to have it not work for your skin, or make your skin worse? It might have been wrong for your skin type.
When it comes to skincare products, it isn’t one-size-fits-all, that is why it is…
Dandruff Battles? Try These 5 Natural Home Remedies
Dandruff is one common condition that has continually plagued a good percentage of individuals in the world today. It usually comes with a frustrating itchy scalp and a mild-strong accumulation of flaky substances.
The primary cause of…
Simple and Effective Ways To Lose Weight Without Hitting the Gym
The first advice given to anyone that wants to lose weight is always "exercise!' and as we all know, not everyone can maintain a steady workout routine. So many things can hinder you from going to the gym everyday - work, family etc. and…
Breast Cancer: Why Self Examination is Important
Breast cancer is one prevalent condition that has affected many individuals, particularly women, for several years with 70% of the cases leading to death. For this sole reason, breast cancer sensitization has become very important.…
6 Secret Exercises That Give You Wider Hips
Getting wider hips is probably paramount in your mind right now because, of course not all of us were blessed with that Rihanna body or Cardi B hip form. But, don't be discouraged just yet; there is still hope!
Certainly, achieving that…
Always Tired? Here’s Why (And How You Can Avoid It)
It is extremely common for persons to feel tired regularly. Most of us can't fight it - feeling sleepy or absolutely fatigued.
You're about to get productive with certain activities and you suddenly feel very tired or sleepy and you're…
Finding it hard to sleep in the heat? Try this
Of course, it is important to get a good night's sleep but many times, we might find ourselves in situations where we can't seem to. The hot temperature is one leading factor that affects good sleep constantly tossing and turning all…
Having Trouble Sleeping? Take These Foods Before Bed
Health professionals daily emphasize the importance of sleeping well. They usually advise that an individual gets an average total of eight hours uninterrupted sleep.
Getting enough sleep, truly, serves important benefits as it can…
Mental Health: Daily Rewire Your Brain with These Methods
After the stress of daily involvements or working, the need to rewire and recharge our brain comes to light.
The brain has its way of adapting to new developments and restructuring itself. Although effectively rewiring your brain might…
5 Workout Exercise Procedures Effective For Everybody
A lot of health professional say that exercise is good for improving overall health and they are not wrong. However, with the many different options to choose from, picking an exercise can be somewhat overwhelming and confusing. In some…
Lemon Water for Weight Loss: How Effective?
Lemon water is made from a mixture of fresh lemon juice and water (could either be hot or cold). So many claims surrounding the effect of lemon water in relation to aiding weight loss have been made. Other health benefits associated with it…
Supercharge and get rid of morning fatigue without drinking coffee
We’ve all experienced cases of morning fatigue, where we can’t seem to drag ourselves out of bed no matter the number of alarms we set. At those moments, a good number of us decide to load ourselves with several cups of coffee. But note…
Sustainable Habits Proven To Guide You Towards Long Life
Life expectancy is not greatly determined by genetics as some people think. Genetics, in fact, plays a smaller role than expected. The key roles are played by environmental factors such as lifestyle and diet.
Below are a few habits that…
Cold baths vs Hot baths: Which is Better?
Waking up in the early hours of the morning and wanting to take a bath; I’m positive that more than half of us will go for hot baths. We would choose the hot bath because it can shield our bodies from cold and provide the warmth that we so…
You’re Killing Yourself Slowly By Not Getting Enough Sleep
Depriving oneself of a good night’s sleep is similar to a slow death where bits of skin and limbs are gradually cut away one by one. We need to know that sleeping well is just as important as consuming a healthy diet or prioritizing our…
Get Back on Your Feet and Combat Stress with These Quick Life Tips
Most often than never, we are overwhelmed with the stress of trying to maintain the balance between work, family, lifestyle and several other things. We feel entirely consumed by the responsibilities placed on our shoulders and this is…
Health care: Know more about Diabetes
Diabetes, also known as Diabetes mellitus, is a chronic metabolic disease that increases blood sugar(glucose) level. Insulin is a hormone that moves sugar from the blood into the cells to be stored and used for energy. In the presence of…
Coronavirus Not Transmitted Through Breastfeeding – WHO
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has said that there is no evidence that coronavirus can be transmitted from an infected nursing mother to her child while breastfeeding.
In a statement by WHO on its website, nursing mothers are…
Fact Check: No Nigerian Died From Chloroquine Medication
Facts reveal that no Nigerian has died as result of chloroquine medication. Although the medication has generated many reactions from different quarters.
After US President Donald Trump praised the anti-malaria drug as a treatment for…
Challenges of Menstruation and Hygiene Management Among Young Girls
Menstruation, also known as a period or monthly, is the regular discharge of blood and mucosal tissue (known as menses) from the inner lining of the uterus through the vagina.
The first period usually begins between 12 and 15 years…
Seek Medical Help for Hermaphrodite Children, Activist Urges Parents
The National President, Foundation for the protection of women and children in Nigeria, Hajiya Ramatu Tijjani has urged parents of hermaphrodite children to seek medical help for their children instead of hiding their condition.…
NGO calls for communities’ Support to Fight Endemic Drug Abuse in Nigeria
An NGO, Eye Opener Foundation, has appealed for support from communities in fighting endemic drug abuse among youth in the country.
The foundation’s President, Mrs Magret Julius made the appeal on Saturday during a community…
Medical Expert Advises Women on Proper Disposal of Used Sanitary Pad
Dr Amina Bello-Mukhtar, a medical practitioner at Barau Dikko Teaching Hospital, Kaduna, on Friday, advised women to be careful with the way they dispose of the used sanitary pad to avoid the spread of diseases.
The doctor gave…
Medical Expert Warns Against use of Saliva as Sex Lubricant
A medical expert, Dr Kolade Johnson, has warned against the practice of using saliva as a lubricant during sex.
Johnson, who works in a private hospital, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday in Ilorin that if anyone…
Kangaroo Mother Care Saves Preterm Infant in Kebbi
A five months old infant delivered after seven months of pregnancy in a rural community of Kebbi State has miraculously survived after the mother was guided to apply a Kangaroo Mother Care (KMC) method.
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South Korea’s Moon Urges Calm Amid Protests over Virus Quarantine Sites
President Moon Jae-in on Thursday urged South Koreans not to give in to fear, as the government prepared to evacuate the first of about 700 citizens from the epicentre of a new coronavirus epidemic in China’s central city of Wuhan.
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