Constipation is a condition that occurs when there are less frequent bowel movements and difficulty in passing out stools. Most medical experts define constipation as when someone passes stool less than three times a week; however, it varies for different people. Nevertheless, a significant number of people experience chronic constipation at some point in a…
Vegetables, especially leafy vegetables, are part of almost every food we eat daily. So many delicious Nigerian meals and soups are prepared with vegetables. Leafy vegetables are readily available in the market, and very affordable too. However, a lot of vegetables that are used in preparing meals have to be chopped into smaller pieces. Thus,…
Are you trying to get pregnant? Are you looking for ways to increase your chances of getting pregnant? This article contains 5 healthy tips for those trying to get pregnant. Pregnancy occurs when the sperm gets into the vagina, travels to the fallopian tube through the cervix and womb, and fertilizes the egg(s). You have…
Meat is a very good source of protein and other nutrients. It is also a good addition to a meal. While some people might settle for just one or two pieces of meat a day, there are those who like to eat several pieces of meat with every meal, no matter the type of food…
The best way to enjoy food is to cook it first, right? Well, not always. While cooking food is very important, not every food requires cooking as it is best eaten raw. That’s right, raw. Raw here means they go through very little or no cooking (or heating up). Cooking food makes it safer to…
If you have just recently had sex without using a condom, there may be a lot going through your mind. There are a lot of things to be worried about after having unprotected sex, especially with someone you do not know too well. The thought of getting pregnant or contracting an STI could cause you…
Blood building foods are those foods that increase the production of red blood cells in the body. Red blood cells contain haemoglobin, a protein that facilitates the movement of oxygen in the body. When there is a drop in red blood cells in the body, one may experience symptoms like headache, appetite loss, fatigue, shortness…
Sleep is vital to your health and well-being. It helps you maintain a healthy weight, boosts your immune system and improves mental alertness. However, too much sleep can negatively affect your body in some ways. Too much sleep is not a good thing. It can lead to health problems, such as high blood pressure and…
In the realm of cancer therapy, researchers continually seek innovative approaches to combat this formidable disease. Among the groundbreaking developments in recent years is the utilization of interleukin-2 (IL-2) as a therapeutic agent in human immunotherapy. IL-2, once primarily recognized for its role in regulating immune responses, has now emerged as a promising tool in…
Your monthly period comes with a lot of discomforts. As if having to deal with mood swings and bloating is not enough, you also have to battle cramps, which can be very painful. Most women would agree that it is almost impossible to describe how much menstrual cramps hurt. To subside the pain, some people…
