The use of traditional herbs in treating ailments, especially in rural and poor areas, is becoming increasingly popular due to their efficacy in managing health conditions. Today, we take a look at the medicinal uses and health benefits of okpete (Costus afer). One of the most common and popular herbs used by people to treat…
These days, virtually anything can be bought online. There are so many online stores, many of which are specialised in selling one kind of item online. From electronics to clothes and even furniture, all of them can be purchased online. Health products like certain drugs and some health devices can also be bought online these…
Water is essential for survival and access to drinkable water is one of the basic needs of man. Before people used to get water directly from the source, that is either fetching from the stream or digging a deep hole in the ground to get water. Another method includes collecting rainwater. But, thanks to technology,…
Soups are an important Nigerian delicacy. Almost every culture and tribe has one soup they are known for. This naturally means that Nigerians never run out of options of soups to try. Usually, the soup you eat is the one popular among the culture you are around. But there are some soups that have managed…
Staying safe and vigilant is everyone’s responsibility. As much as we hope for a society where people are safe and do not get hurt, such a wish is almost unreal as there are criminals who are always out there, waiting for who would be their next victim. Ladies often tend to fall victims to these…
The health sector is one of the most important sectors in a country. This is because of how important one’s health is. The entire country relies on the health sector because healthy citizens run the country. Only someone who is fit and sound, health-wise, can work to earn a living. In Nigeria, over the years,…
Tomatoes and onions are both essential fruit and vegetable that play an important role in maintaining good health. Eating a good quantity of tomatoes and onions is necessary to stay healthy and enhance your immune system to fight diseases. You don’t always need to cook them to enjoy the medicinal benefits, as they can both…
Epilepsy is the most common serious neurological disorder and is one of the most prevalent noncommunicable diseases. A study found out that the estimated prevalence of epilepsy in Nigeria is 8 per 1000 people, which shows that there is a substantial burden of the disease in the country. However, epilepsy is one of those conditions…
The importance of conducting regular medical check-ups and tests can never be overemphasised. A medical test is a good way to diagnose a serious condition. Some very serious conditions do not show the symptoms you would ordinarily expect at the early stage. That means you may still be breathing fine and be going about your…
People with diabetes have to observe some changes in their lifestyle to enable them to cope with the condition better. Diabetes is caused by too much sugar in the blood. This often happens after years of consuming things with high sugar content, such as junk food, and foods that are generally rich in carbohydrate, since…