Antenatal care is a vital aspect of healthcare for expectant mothers in Nigeria. It is essential to ensure that both the mother and the developing fetus are healthy throughout the pregnancy. Proper antenatal care can help to detect and manage any potential complications early, thereby reducing the risk of complications during delivery and promoting a…
Red palm oil, derived from the fruit of the oil palm tree, is an essential ingredient in the average Nigerian home. Palm oil, including red palm oil, is derived from the fruit of the African oil palm, using both the seed and the flesh. Although humans have utilized this substance for millennia, the production of…
Nigeria is known for its rich cultural heritage. Nonetheless, it is not only famous for its diverse ethnic groups and vibrant traditions but also for its delicious traditional foods. A typical Nigerian cuisine offers a wide array of mouthwatering dishes that are not only flavorful but also have numerous nutritional benefits. In this article, we…
Medical checkups are very necessary. Sometimes, before we are down with a sickness, the sickness must have been in our body for a couple of days or even weeks. We only start to feel sick after the bacteria or virus that cause the illness must have weakened our immune system. It is not always easy…
Soursop or ‘graviola’ is a fruit often grown in tropical regions, such as South America, Samoa, Florida, and other Pacific Islands. Soursop is a fruit that’s widely known for its delicious flavor. It is consumed by many Nigerians all over the world. The botanical name of Soursop is Annona muricata. Soursop is normally eaten raw…
Zinc is a mineral that plays an important role in the body. It helps boost the immune system, enhances healing, promotes the production of proteins and DNA, as well as many other vital bodily functions. Unfortunately, the human body is unable to store zinc, so you have to make sure you consume enough zinc in…
Vector-borne diseases are those diseases that are spread or transmitted by insects and other organisms in the arthropod species. These insects or vectors get the diseases from an infected host and then transmit them to humans when they come in contact with them. Some common examples of vectors are mosquitoes, ticks, and tsetse flies. Vector-borne…
Have you been feeling constipated lately? Well there are exercises you can do to relieve yourself faster and save yourself the discomfort. Sure, exercises help to build muscles and stay fit. But there are exercises that impact different parts of your body, including the bowels. Some of these exercises can regulate bowel movement, making it…
Keeping good oral hygiene involves brushing your teeth twice a day. However, it is also important to keep your environment clean and hygienic. Many people who want to keep their environment clean are disgusted when people brush their teeth in the kitchen sink. They don’t think it is hygienic, or sanitary to brush your teeth…
Nigeria is home to a wide variety of healthy and nutritious local foods. These foods are not only delicious but also provide numerous health benefits. In the context of this article, “local foods” refers to foods that are grown, harvested, and commonly consumed within Nigeria. These are ingredients that are native to the country or…
