The first trimester of pregnancy is the first 12 weeks of pregnancy, counting from the first day of the last menstrual period. During this time, the fertilized egg travels down the fallopian tube and implants into the uterus, where it begins to grow and develop into a fetus. In the first trimester, many women experience…
Are you trying to get pregnant? Are you looking for ways to increase your chances of getting pregnant? This article contains 5 healthy tips for those trying to get pregnant. Pregnancy occurs when the sperm gets into the vagina, travels to the fallopian tube through the cervix and womb, and fertilizes the egg(s). You have…
The sago worm (Rhynchophorus ferrugineus) is the larva of the red palm beetle. It is a nutritious food source which is found in the remaining parts of a sago palm trunk after the removal of sago starch by farmers. The insect belongs to the Dryophthoridae family, and genus of Rhynchophorus, which consists of 10 species,…
Stress is not something that can be avoided. Even when they are at rest, not doing anything, a lot is going through their minds, which counts as stress. In fact, some people cannot imagine life without stress, and if they are not in a state of stress, they would feel something is wrong somewhere. You…
In most urban parts of Nigeria, people complain that their diet mostly consists of carbohydrates: the usual rice, pasta, noodles, garri, demo, and other starchy foods. Carbohydrates are good as they give the body energy, which is necessary for work. But too much of it can be a problem, including increased weight gain and even…
Vegetables are essential nutrients for a healthy body not only because of their numerous functions but also for their sumptuous tastes and colour they add to our meals. Vegetables are mostly green. Sometimes we may feel that these vegetables taste so bad. Well, that might not be the case if we learn to cook them…
Spices are just as important as the salt is to a meal. They are the taste of every meal. But more importantly, spices are organic substances, unlike the salt, which is inorganic. Being organic, spices contain many important molecules which the body needs to build cells, repair worn out tissues as well as synthesize other…
An air conditioner is, these days, considered an appliance you must have if you want to increase the comfort within your home. Stepping in from the hot outdoors into a room that is being cooled with an air conditioner is such a refreshing feeling. In a country like Nigeria, where the sun can get very…
You may doubt the authenticity of burning fat with sleep. That’s expected. Truth is, aside from stress and other possible mental reasons, we gain body fat because we consume fatty foods. We can only consume these foods because we’re awake, and sleeping – healthy sleep – means you don’t get unnecessary cravings. So, keep an…
Juice is a very important component of the diet of a cancer patient. Cancer patients are encouraged to consume enough fruits because of how beneficial it is, and the most common ways to enjoy these fruits is by juicing it. The process of juicing extracts liquid from fruits and vegetables with the help of a…