Sesame leaves are known as karkashi leaves in Hausa, ewe-atura in Yoruba, and Beni in Tiv. They are the leaves of the sesame plant, also known as the Sesamum indicum plant. They can be found in tropical and subtropical areas of Asia, Africa, and South America. Karkashi leaves are mostly used by the Hausa tribe…
Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is an infection that targets the immune system and reduces the body’s defense against many other infections. When HIV has reached its advanced stage, it becomes acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS), which is worse. Living with HIV necessitates self-care and extra precautions to ensure your health, such as avoiding STDs and other…
Fermented foods make up a part of our regular diet here in Nigeria. The process of fermentation has been practiced all over the world for centuries. Fermentation helps with the preservation of food. It enhances the taste, texture, and aroma of the food. It also makes the food easier to digest and more nutritious, as…
The thyroid is a very important gland in the body that many people do not think about unless something goes wrong. And, usually, nothing happens. But when it does, it can have a lot of impact on the body. The thyroid is a small butterfly-shaped gland that is located at the base of the neck….
Are you thinking of reducing the appearance of cellulite around your thighs and butt? Exercises can help. No one exactly knows what causes cellulite, but certain factors, such as age, genetics, anatomical and hormonal differences, as well as lifestyle, can increase the chances of getting it. Cellulite is the name given to the formation of…
Acidic foods are foods that are lower on the pH scale. The pH scale is used to grade acidity and alkaline levels. It goes from 0 – 14. Foods that are acidic are usually 6.9 and lower, while foods that are alkaline are usually 8 and higher. 7 is neutral, meaning neither acidic nor alkaline,…
Your house is supposed to be a safe haven. It’sIt’s somewhere you can relax, unwind and spend time with your family. But how clean is your house? There could be some hidden health risks around your home that are often overlooked. Are you always feeling tired despite getting what seems like enough sleep? Is there…
Tuberculosis is a disease is caused by a bacterium called Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It is a communicable disease that affects the lungs and is commonly already by air, such as when a person with the disease sneezes or coughs. In extreme cases where proper care and treatment are not taken, the disease can be fatal. Although…
Ginger and moringa are well renowned for promoting longer life and improved health. This combination has been used for centuries to cure various health ailments and get to the bottom of a problem and fix it. Moringa has long been used as natural medicine, and it is safe to consume and has no adverse effects….
If you have been trying to lose weight or are familiar with dieting plans, you just have come across intermittent fasting. By no means a new concept, the popularity of intermittent fasting has increased over the past few years as people look for more ways to maintain a certain weight. In addition to intermittent fasting,…
