Guinea corn is a popular cereal in Africa. As the name says, guinea corn belongs in the same problem as corn, rice, and wheat. Known by its other name, Sorghum, guinea corn has been cultivated in Nigeria for centuries. It is one of the most produced cereal crop in the world. Guinea corn is often…
Getting an injection shot is something most people do not look forward to. While taking pills or medicine orally can help treat a disease, there are times when it may be necessary to take an injection shot. An injection shot can be given almost on almost any part of the body, depending on the type…
A ‘chocolate skin’ refers to a person whose skin has a dusky or light brown pigmentation. It’s a beautiful brown skin tone similar to a chocolate color, hence, it is known as a chocolate skin. Yes, indeed, “chocolate skin” is that beautiful, radiant, melanin-rich skin tone many of us Africans proudly carry. It’s not just…
A ‘sugar patient’ is sometimes referred to as someone living with diabetes. This is because there is too much sugar in their bloodstream and not enough insulin to regulate it. Diabetes is a chronic condition that is characterised by the body’s inability to produce enough insulin or efficiently use the insulin it has produced. Insulin…
In recent times, there have been serious concerns about people living in refineries. Oil-producing countries, like Nigeria, have one or more refineries in different parts of the country. Nigeria currently has four refineries, while a fifth one is in the final stages of completion. Many people live around these refineries and are unaware or ignorant…
The importance of conducting regular medical check-ups and tests can never be overemphasised. A medical test is a good way to diagnose a serious condition. Some very serious conditions do not show the symptoms you would ordinarily expect at the early stage. That means you may still be breathing fine and be going about your…
Orange leaves are the leaves of the citrus that produces the orange fruit, a fruit of various citrus species in Rutaceae family. This article explores some of the potential health benefits of orange leaves. Orange leaves are not just a delicious, fragrant addition to your tea and potpourri. They are beneficial and medicinal to your health. Orange…
There are a lot of people who want to lose weight and burn calories but don’t want to leave their homes. That is perfectly understandable, and there are a couple of exercises for you. Even if running isn’t what you’d like to do, there are still other ones you can do. If you want to…
Cooking gas, originally known as Liquefied Petroleum Gas, LPG provides us with one of the fastest, eco-friendly, and affordable means of cooking food compared to its alternatives. As a result of that, we could notice that a lot of industries and households are beginning to switch to it lately, which is quite good anyways. However…
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day as it has a direct impact on how your body will function throughout the day. Breakfast gives the body and brain with energy after ‘fasting’ overnight. In addition to the above, some other reasons you should eat healthy foods at breakfast is because breakfast influences your…
