Food is any substance that can nourish the body without causing harm when taken in. Certain local foods contain essential minerals and vitamins which provide nutrients to the human body. Vitamin B12 is beneficial and can be found in many Nigerian foods. Vitamin B12, also known as cobalamin, is a water-soluble vitamin that plays a…
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…
Staying healthy requires you to know the state of your health. It is not enough for you to only visit hospitals when you are down with an illness. Sometimes, that could be prevented if you go for a regular check-up. Check-ups are good preventative measures that could save you a lot, not just in money,…
An endemic disease is a disease with high prevalence in a certain region or area over a long period of time. There are quite a few endemic diseases in Nigeria, that are still present and widespread. There are two types of endemic diseases. Holoendemic Diseases – endemic diseases that primarily affect children and younger kids….
Ovulation is a very important time in a woman’s cycle. It is during this period that an egg is released from the ovary, ready to be fertilised, by sperm. It is when the egg has been fertilised that the period of pregnancy begins. If the egg is unfertilised, it is shed during the next menstrual…
Eating a healthy and balanced diet is crucial for maintaining good health and wellness. However, it can be difficult to find healthy foods that are also affordable, especially in countries where access to fresh and nutritious food is limited. Nigeria is no exception, as many people struggle to find healthy and cheap food options that…
Antioxidants are molecules that fight off free radicals in our body. Free radicals are harmful compounds that cause damage to the body, leading to infections and diseases like diabetes and cancer, and could even lead to death. Antioxidants neutralise these free radicals and keeps your body healthy and strong. Having antioxidants in your body is…
Food safety simply refers to the practices adopted to ensure that foods are void of bacteria, fungi, parasites, viruses and other microorganisms that may cause food-borne illnesses. Although this terminology is quite popular and known by virtually everyone, but only a few people understand its real meaning, reasons why they must ensure it, and how…
What is tear gas? Tear gas refers to a group of chemical irritants commonly used to control or disperse crowds. The common chemical used for this is 2-chlorobenzalmalonitrile or CS. Contrary to its name, tear gas isn’t a gas. It’s a pressurized powder that creates a mist when released. What are the effects of tear…
Many people think that they need to visit a gym to exercise properly. However, they are a lot of exercises you can do at home. It is very important to stay physically active, especially now. Due to the Coronavirus outbreak, a huge number of the population has been asked to stay at home to prevent…