Eggs are one of the most nutritious foods on the planet earth. They are one of the few classified superfoods. They contain amazing nutrients, which are rare in most modern food making it essential to be part of your daily food plan. Eggs are a staple food in many households, and for good reason. Not…
Junk food, or cheat food, is a favourite for most of us. One might even say it is irresistible, and why not? They are sweet, they need no preparation, they are cheap, and they are readily available. From chocolate bars to biscuits to cakes and carbonated drinks, we enjoy junk food a lot. While there…
This is a medical procedure where a doctor looks inside the uterus to diagnose and treat the causes of abnormal bleeding. It is done with the use of a hysteroscope. The doctor inserts a thin, lighted tube is inserted into the vagina. The tube is used to examine the cervix and inside of the uterus….
As of the 25th of March, 2020, the total number of confirmed coronavirus disease in Nigeria has risen to 46 – a huge jump from the first case confirmed on the 28th of February 2020. The coronavirus first originated in China and has since spread to 15 countries with Italy having the highest number of…
The kidney is a pair of vital organs in the body that perform a lot of functions. They help in filtering waste products from the body, which is later passed out as urine and also helps in balancing fluids in the body as well as releasing hormones that help to regulate blood pressure in the…
Sexually transmitted diseases or STDs for short, are an issue that affects a big portion of the world. According to health organizations around the planet, every day, doctor’s offices diagnose one million cases of STDs. These diseases can be transmitted in different ways through sexual contact and can vary from those that can be treated…
When we age, our bodies undergo changes that affect our dietary needs and abilities to absorb nutrients. Hence, not all foods are suitable for the elderly because, at this stage, their body system is weaker and more susceptible to diseases and infections. In addition, elderly individuals are more vulnerable to health problems and chronic diseases…
Hypertension is described as a condition where the force or pressure of blood in the blood vessels is too high. It is also referred to as “high blood pressure”. This could lead to other problems like heart failure and other heart diseases, stroke, kidney diseases, and so on. The best cure for hypertension is prevention…
Black pepper is one of the most popularly used spices across the world, and it has been adding spicy flavors to numerous dishes for thousands of years. Black pepper is the most traded spice in the world, and it is also one of the most common spices used on preparing dishes around the world. That’s…
Many people live their lives without experiencing any problems with their thyroid or even knowing what the thyroid is. Some, however, are not so lucky and experience thyroid disorders at some point in their lives. Today, you will learn how to care for your thyroid. The thyroid gland plays a very important part in the…
