Okra is a green edible vegetable that is readily found in most parts of Africa. The flesh is often grated and cooked as a soup which is usually complemented with stew to enjoy “swallow meals” by a majority of families in Southern Nigeria, to be precise. However, have you ever thought of it that seeds…
Lamb meat is a type of red meat that comes from young sheep, typically less than one year old. It is a popular meat in many cultures and cuisines, known for its tender texture and distinctive flavor. In Nigeria, lamb meat is used for suya, as well as other dishes. It also cooked on a…
Yellow fever is a disease that is common among people in the tropics. This includes areas in sub-Saharan African and South America. It is transmitted by the Aedes aegypti species of the mosquito, but other species of mosquitoes can become infected with the virus by biting infected people and go ahead to infect other people as well….
Older people are more susceptible to certain diseases and conditions. This is because the body does not remain the same as you age. The immune system gets weaker, your joints become stiff, and some organs in your body would start to decline in their functions. Many people have come to regard this as a normal…
Maternal health simply means the health of women during pregnancy, childbirth, and of course, postnatal care. Improving the health of mothers is very important as their well-being determines the health of the next generation. Nigeria is one of the countries with the highest maternal mortality rate. There are so many reasons why some mothers choose…
As a man, especially one who is planning to have children, your sperm count has to be high. Sometimes when a couple has issues with having a child, it may be the man’s fault due to low sperm count. Many men suffer from low sperm count without even realising it. This is because it has…
When people think of the mango tree, their minds often go to the fruit, as that is the part that matters to them the most. The mango fruit is very sweet and refreshing and is a favourite for many people. Although people like the mango fruit for its sweet taste, it is also very healthy…
Vocalists should know how to keep their voices healthy. The condition of your vocal health can affect your performance. Thankfully, it’s not that hard to keep your singing voice healthy. There are some really cool heath tips for vocalists that can help you keep your vocal cords in great shape. Vocalists should take their vocal…
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…
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…