Grains are seeds of certain grass plants we eat as food. They are regarded as staple foods, because they form a core part of the diet of most people, as they are eaten almost every day. Here in Nigeria, we eat grains a lot. Some examples of grains include rice, millet, wheat, quinoa, and more….
There are quite a lot of rumours surrounding the use of Aboniki balm. Aboniki balm for hair growth, its use for massage, muscle relief, cough, and even as a lip balm. While we can confirm the efficacy of Aboniki balm, little is known about its health benefits. Aboniki balm is a widely-used methylated balm in…
Looking for a way to build your muscles but do not want to visit the gym? Well, you do not have to visit the gym as there are some exercises you can do right at home. Building muscles requires determination more than anything else. If you are sure, you can keep that determination while at…
Avocados, also called butter fruit or alligator pear, is a large beery grown mostly in warm climates. This fruit is highly nutritious and proffers many health benefits, including protecting the body cells against cancer, fighting depression, and improving skin and hair growth. However, there are also certain health benefits of avocado for women. Yes, avocadoes…
Watermelon is a favourite fruit for many. It is sweet, cool, and very juicy. Eating watermelon can help one to cool down as it comprises mostly of water. Watermelon is one fruit people can eat without meeting any obstacles like large seeds or partitions. Most people eat the whole pink flesh until the rind is…
Cryptic pregnancy or stealth pregnancy is a phenomenon that occurs where a woman does not know that she is pregnant up until she gets to labour or even after she has given birth. Sometimes, the woman does not become aware till around week 20 (4 months) of the pregnancy. A woman with a cryptic pregnancy…
Many people think that exercises are activities you do only during the day. While that is more common, taking your time to work out at night has its benefits. Doing a few exercises at night would help you find sleep faster and also improve the quality of your sleep. Also, if you are someone who…
It is no doubt that a healthy diet promotes a healthy eyesight hence we are constantly advised to always eat healthy and minimize our intake of certain foods and spices. Here in Nigeria, there are several indigenous traditional meals that we can prepare and consume on daily basis to keep our eyes healthy. These meals…
Eating foods rich in oestrogen plays a great role in the operations of the human body. Contrary to what is believed, estrogen is needed for the human body to function correctly; the male body needs estrogen to function properly, just as the female body does. But, there is a need to keep the oestrogen level…
The elbow is a hinged joint that connects the upper arm bone (humerus) to the forearm bones (radius and ulna). It allows for the flexion and extension of the forearm relative to the upper arm. Your elbows are an important part of your body. They help you move around, perform activities, and even assist your…
