Sugar apple is a fruit that is known by many names. Some call it sugar pineapple, cherimoya, or sweetsop. But no matter what name you choose to call it, you are referring to the cone-shaped fruit with scaly, greenish skin with a soft, juicy pulp. Sugar apple belongs to the Annonaceae family which is native…
What are the best exercises to burn belly fat? I am sure that you might have wondered. Belly fat are those fats in the abdominal area and are often caused by a sedentary lifestyle, less physical activity, genetics, poor eating habits, slow metabolism, stress, to name but a few. Multiple studies reveal that having excess…
As many as 5.6 million healthcare workers face risks associated with bloodborne pathogens, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). That’s why OSHA mandates medical providers to undergo bloodborne pathogens training so that they can reduce risks associated with exposure. With bloodborne pathogens training and continuing education, healthcare workers learn to prevent the…
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…
Powdered milk is an excellent alternative to fresh milk. It is produced when milk is evaporated until it is dry. The water is removed from the milk during this process, leaving all the nutrients in place. Besides being cheaper and easily obtainable, powdered milk has several health benefits, as it is an excellent source of…
Some people feel deworming is only for kids, and for that reason, they have not bothered to deworm themselves in years. Not only is this line of thinking wrong but downright dangerous, as it puts your health at risk. Deworming is very important for adults and is something we should do regularly, at least once…
The period of pregnancy can take a toll on a woman’s health. The pressure is sustained up till the child has been successfully born. After that comes the postpartum period. During this time, the woman would adjust to her role as a caregiver for the child. It is also this time that she would want…
Onions and pepper are one the most popular ingredients in cooking in Africa, especially in Nigeria. A typical Nigerian food is incomplete without onions and pepper. Many people see it as a spice, not knowing that these ingredients are an avalanche of helpful nutrients. The compound that makes you cry while slicing onions, called thiosulfinates,…
Baobab is a deciduous tree that are native to Africa, Australia, and the Middle East. The bark, seeds, fruits, and leaves of the baobab tree has been used as food and medicine. However, this article will discuss the potential health benefits of baobab leaves. Baobab leaves are highly nutritious and have been used traditionally in…
After childbirth, the one thing women focus on is getting back their pre-pregnancy weight. Women gain a lot of weight during the pregnancy period. While some of that weight might be necessary, once the baby has been delivered, most of that weight needs to be shed, especially if the woman plans to get pregnant again….
