Cloves are the dried flower buds of the clove tree, scientifically known as Syzygium aromaticum. Although they have been used for many purposes, they are commonly used as a spice for foods because of their aromatic taste. Over the years, cloves have also been used in traditional medicine. In this article, you will find out…
Sadly, as you get older, you will likely come across more and more health problems. There are lots of signs that you may be experiencing a little bit of hearing loss. If you often find that others are mumbling at you or if you have trouble participating in a group setting, then it may be…
Unripe plantain is known to be rich in antioxidants that provide vitamins and help fight diseases in humans. Unripe plantain is highly beneficial to men’s sexual and biological health. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) stated that one large-sized raw, green unripe plantain, about 267 grams, contains the following nutritional benefits. Water: 163 grams…
Yogurt is an excellent source of potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, zinc, protein, calcium, potassium, and vitamin B-12 making it a highly nutritional drink. In 2013, a “Nutrition Research study was carried out and it shows that women who consume yogurt regularly have overall diet quality, both medically and sexually than those who don’t. Let’s check out…
Although cholesterol is used by the body to build healthy cells, having high cholesterol levels is very unhealthy. It can increase the risk of heart attack, stroke, high blood pressure, chronic kidney disease, and so on. Certain things, such as your diet or your lifestyle, can increase your risk of having high cholesterol levels. It…
What is the benefit of eating liver organ meat? Liver meat is one of the most nutritious meats on the planet. Many people love its taste and unique texture, and there are also a few who are not fans of liver meat. Liver meat is found in different animals; cow-beef, goat-mutton, or even lamb-liver, and…
Eating according to your blood group type is something that becomes popular every now and then. Although there is no scientific study that backs up the claim that there are specific foods meant for a particular blood group, like O positive, for instance, this has not stopped people from trying to stick with such diets. …
The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends that we eat 1–2 portions of fish per week due to the immense benefits of fish oil to our body system. Fish oil contains 30% omega-3s, and the remaining 70% consists of other helpful fats, including vitamins A and D. It is essential to know that the specific type…
In Nigeria, the terms ‘chemist’ and ‘pharmacist’ are often used interchangeably. However, a lot of arguments have been raised on whether or not they should be used that way. This article explains the difference between a chemist and a pharmacist. What are the differences between a chemist and a pharmacist? The fact remains that they…
Cucumbers (botanically known as Cucumis sativus), which are commonly known as vegetables, are actually fruits. They belong to the Cucurbitaceae family. They have green outer skin and whitish inner flesh. Most times, they are used for culinary purposes. They are also used in the production of beauty products. They contain high water content and are…
