Folic acid is the synthetic form of folate or Vitamin B9 that is found in certain foods. It is also sold separately as a supplement for those who need it, like pregnant women or those who have a Vitamin B9 deficiency. Because of how essential it is, Vitamin B9 has been added to a range…
The back is the pillar of the body, the spines withstand significant forces throughout the day, and back pain can become an obstacle to everyday living. The back might hurt due to old age, sprain, or a sports injury. It can also occur as a result of chronic conditions like arthritis (a condition that is…
Anti-inflammatory foods are foods that help to manage or reduce the rate of inflammation in the body. Inflammation, by itself, is not a bad thing. It is the body’s way of responding and protecting itself from infection, injury, or any kind of physical harm, including irritation. What happens here is that the body releases white…
POP ceilings have always been around. It was very popular during the Renaissance period, featuring in most of the buildings, like the famous Sistine Chapel and other buildings scattered across modern Italy, and it is still very much popular today. It is quite classy and has a way of adding style and complementing the room…
In Nigeria, the terms ‘chemist’ and ‘pharmacist’ are often used interchangeably. However, a lot of arguments have been raised on whether or not they should be used that way. This article explains the difference between a chemist and a pharmacist. What are the differences between a chemist and a pharmacist? The fact remains that they…
This article discusses the health effects of hard water, and provides answers to common questions about the safety of using hard water. How can water be hard? Some people might assume that hard water refers to ice, as that is water in its solid form. But hard water looks and feels like regular water. In…
Crohn’s disease is a type of inflammatory bowel disease-causing inflammation in the digestive tract. The symptoms of this disease include abdominal pain, lesions, bleeding, fever, and diarrhoea. Crohn’s disease is a lifetime condition that cannot be cured. However, the consumption of some medications can help in controlling the disease. What is Crohn’s Disease? Crohn’s disease…
Whitlow or herpetic whitlow is a condition that affects the fingers, often resulting in sores and swelling Whitlow can be very painful and discomforting. It is caused by the Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) type 1 and 2. Whitlow occurs when a broken skin on your finger or a handing nail, comes in contact with the…
Scabies is a highly contagious skin infestation. It caused an itchy, red rash to form on the skin. It is caused by the Sarcoptes scabiei, which is a kind of mite. The diseases is also called ‘sweetie’ or ‘sweety’ infection in Nigeria. The mite enters under the skin to lay eggs after living on the…
Aju Mbaise is a herb containing the bark, leaves, and roots from 5 different plants, including ginger, uda (Negro pepper), and uziza. It is used in the production of pepper soup or other types of concoctions and is taken for its many health benefits. Aju Mbaise means “wrap from Mbaise.” Mbaise is a village in…
