The period of breastfeeding comes right after pregnancy. After giving birth to your child, you have to feed it with breast milk. Breast milk contains all the essential nutrients a baby needs in the first few months of their lives – at least six months. Breast milk is produced by the body and what you…
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…
Having a slim, small, well-toned waist is a real desire for some people, especially females. With a slim waist, you can finally fit into that pair of jeans you have always wanted and you would have a stronger core, which would allow you to squat and lift more easily. While some people are blessed with…
Electronic waste (e-waste) are defined as discarded electrical or electronic gadgets of devices. E-Waste or electronic waste is a growing problem all over the world. This is due to increasing technological development and advancement. Every day, one new gadget or device is being manufactured. Companies create new models of their products every year, and their…
Omega-3 fatty acids are a class of essential fats that offers the body a lot of benefits. While people are generally advised to take fat in moderation or not at all, not all fats are bad for the body, and Omega-3 is one of them. Some of the health benefits of omega-3 fatty acids include:…
Toddlers need to eat a lot of foods that are rich in nutrients. These foods would aid their growth and also help strengthen their immune system, keeping them safe from diseases and illnesses. It is normal for toddlers to be interested in foods that are sweet, mostly processed foods and junk, which do not add…
Are they times when you feel ‘gassy’ or that your stomach has gas? There is no definite way to describe this feeling, but what is usually common is that your belly feels bigger and you feel fuller than normal. This often occurs after meals, especially when you have overfed, but it can also be caused…
The importance of breastfeeding cannot be over-emphasized as it offers many health benefits to both mother and child, including protection from certain illnesses and diseases. In this article, you will find out some vital health tips for breastfeeding mothers. The health of a breastfeeding mother is very crucial to a successful breastfeeding phase, and the…
Nzu, also known as calabash chalk, is an edible clay commonly found in Nigeria and across West Africa. While it’s widely referred to as calabash chalk in English, many Nigerians know it as nzu in Igbo, ndom in Efik/Ibibio, and eko in Bini/Edo. If you grew up in Nigeria, you might have seen nzu being…
Walnuts (Juglans regia) are an edible tree nut that belongs to the walnut family. There are highly nutritious and said to provide many nutritional benefits. However, in this article, we will explore the health benefits of walnuts for pregnant women. When a woman gets pregnant, she becomes careful with her diet because the wrong diet…
