Sugar, in its molecular form known as glucose, is essential for our brain function. It is the fuel needed by the body to provide energy in order to carry out our activities. However, taking in too much sugar can be detrimental to your health. Many people consume loads to sugar daily through the foods and…
Scientifically known as Thymus vulgaris, thyme is a savoury herb widely used in some countries of the world to flavour meat, seafood, and vegetable dishes. In Nigeria, thyme is commonly used as a spice to enhance the natural flavor of meat and is often added to dishes like jollof or fried rice. It is also used…
Orthokeratology, or ortho-k, is considered by many as “orthodontics for the eyes” since this treatment reshapes the cornea. Ortho-k lenses are specially designed and fitted gas-permeable contact lenses that reshape the cornea to improve your vision. With this treatment, you wear the lenses at night to reshape the front surface of your eyes while you’re sleeping. When…
Seasonal foods are those foods that appear or are available at a certain time or season of the year. The season is the time when that food would be ripe and ready for harvest. Depending on the type of food, some may be available for just a few weeks while some others could be available…
Nigeria is known for its rich and diverse cuisine, with an array of flavorful and aromatic dishes that many enjoy. While sweet, spicy, and salty flavors are often the most popular, some healthy bitter foods are also enjoyed in Nigeria. However, bitter foods are not particularly enjoyed by many people because their strong flavors and…
Osu fruit is a round yellow fruit about 5 cm wide. It contains 12 or more disc-shaped seeds enclosed in its jelly-like pulp and has various nutritional values. The scientific name of osu fruit is Hunteria umbellata, and it belongs to the Apocynaceae family. The fruit is also known as ‘nkpokiri’ in Igbo language, ‘Erin’ or ‘Abere’…
Inhaling smoke is never a good thing. Even though you do not smoke cigarettes or other kinds of drugs, it is not always easy to avoid getting smoke in your system. This is usually caused by secondhand smoke. Secondhand smoke refers to the smoke being exhaled by a smoker and the smoke coming from the…
Good Health is important for the development of any country in the world. The World Health Organization (WHO) even defines health as “a state of physical, mental, social and spiritual well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.” So, mental health is an essential part of our health and well-being. WHO then defines…
Waking up in the morning can be a daunting task, especially when you have a busy day ahead. The thought of getting out of bed and starting your day with a workout may seem overwhelming, but did you know that doing simple exercises after waking up can help you feel more energized and ready to…
Drug Abuse, otherwise known as Substance Abuse, is an umbrella term for describing the excessive and habitual use of hard/illicit drugs. It can also be regarded as the misuse or improper way of using a drug. These are drugs like marijuana, heroin, morphine, among others. Most people use the drugs majorly to alter their mood…
