PCOS is a condition that causes cysts to form at the outer edge of the ovary. It also triggers hormonal imbalance, as women who have the condition would produce high amounts of male hormones. According to statistics, 1 out of 10 women experience polycystic ovary syndrome, otherwise known as PCOS. This condition is also very…
As a man, one of the few glands in your body that should matter is your prostate. The prostate is a small gland located just below the bladder, near the rectum. The prostate gland helps in the production of semen, which is necessary for reproduction. The gland is placed on the tubes that carry urine…
Taking care of your personal belongings may seem like an ordinary task, but it can actually have a significant impact on your overall health and wellness. When we neglect our belongings, we not only risk damaging them, but we also risk damaging ourselves. Whether it’s your clothes, electronic devices like phones and laptops, or household…
You must have heard of saccharin before when making something that required sweetening. Saccharin is a non-nutritive or artificial sweetener that doesn’t contain any calories or carbohydrates. This means it doesn’t add anything to the energy of a person. It looks like white, crystal-like powder and is commonly used as a sugar alternative because it…
Tom Tom sweets are popular cough drops and throat lozenges known for their soothing properties and refreshing flavors. It is an elliptical, black and white candy, with strong menthol flavour. The sweet has been around for decades now and has evolved into a sort of icon here in Nigeria. It is not uncommon for many…
Nursing mothers are expected to feed their babies with breast milk. While the period of pregnancy stimulates the production of breast milk, new mothers need to do more to increase the flow of breast milk to keep up with the baby’s demand. The food you eat helps to boost the breast milk you produce. Keep…
In Nigeria, a lot of people look forward to the rainy season due to how cool everywhere tends to be. But this also brings its own problems. This is more than environmental issues like flood or clogged drainages. Some diseases are frequent or more likely to occur during the rainy season. This does not mean…
Parasitic infections occur when a parasite is transmitted from a host or vector to a person or animal. The vector could be an insect or animal. The parasite does not usually harm the vector but would attack the person it is transmitted to. This could result in an infection or disease. It is important to…
The rainy season in Nigeria is a special time. Special in the sense that it ushers in a few changes that would allow you to properly adapt to the cold weather. Wearing thick clothes that can allow you to withstand the cold becomes a norm, as regular, light clothes would not do any good. It…
The period of breastfeeding comes right after pregnancy. After giving birth to your child, you have to feed it with breast milk. Breast milk contains all the essential nutrients a baby needs in the first few months of their lives – at least six months. Breast milk is produced by the body and what you…
