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…
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…
Do you find yourself overthinking a lot? You are not the only one. Overthinking is very common, especially among the adult population, especially between the ages of 25 and 55. This might not be surprising, given that people who are in that age bracket often have a lot of responsibilities and dedications to meet up…
Ramadan is here again, and all devoted Muslims are expected to use this period to fast. Fasting is more than just skipping meals – it is a period of deep reflection as you draw closer to Allah. Although fasting has deep spiritual and health benefits, it is easy for one to get tired and quit….
Pepper is a core ingredient when cooking most dishes. The presence of pepper in a meal adds to its taste and the absence could make the meal feel bland, even though other spices may have been used. Many people add just enough pepper to give flavour to the food, but some others like their foods…
