Not many people can resist the sweet taste of sugar. If you are reading this, chances are that you have taken one sugary drink, soda or processed fruit juice, in the last seven days. Sugary foods and drinks are one of the first things we love as we grow. These days, a lot of the…
Access to safe and clean drinking water is essential for good health. In Nigeria, many rural communities rely on wells as their primary source of drinking water. Wells are usually dug to serve as a reservoir for water collection. Well water can be contaminated with bacteria, viruses, and other harmful substances, making it a potential…
How many hours do you spend on your phone on an average day? Or watching TV? The answer might vary, depending on factors like your age, what you do, your interests, and much more. But one thing is certain – people spend more time on their phones now than they did 20 years ago. The…
Cholesterol is a lipid that is naturally produced by the liver and also gained through certain foods as well. It is a waxy substance that is present in every cell and is carried in the bloodstream by being attached to proteins known as lipoproteins. Cholesterol is important for the building of cell membranes and hormones,…
Rheumatoid Arthritis is a chronic inflammatory disorder that affects the joints, especially those at the hands and feet. What happens in rheumatoid arthritis is that the body’s immune system launches an attack on its joints, tissues, and in severe cases, its internal organs. When this happens, the joint linings become swollen, sole, and painful and…
When last did you intentionally go for over 12 hours without using your phone? Can’t recall? Well, you are not alone. Over the years, phones have grown to become an integral part of our everyday lives. Besides making calls and sending text messages, which was the primary aim of a phone about two decades ago, we…
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,…
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…
Poor lighting can be described as insufficient or inadequate lighting that makes it difficult to see clearly. It can also be said to be lighting that is too dim or weak to illuminate the an environment adequately. There are so many negative health effects of poor lighting as it can significantly impact our health, both…
There are 24 hours in a day, but sometimes, it feels like it’s not enough. Even though it has been conventionally agreed that people should spend 8 hours at work, there are those who spend way more than that. At the end of the day, such people may spend the whole 24 hours working, which…