These days, virtually anything can be bought online. There are so many online stores, many of which are specialised in selling one kind of item online. From electronics to clothes and even furniture, all of them can be purchased online. Health products like certain drugs and some health devices can also be bought online these…
Lifestyle diseases, also known as non-communicable diseases (NCDs), are diseases that are commonly caused by unhealthy lifestyle choices such as poor diet, lack of exercise, smoking, and alcohol consumption. These diseases are becoming increasingly common in Nigeria, and they pose a significant threat to public health. Unfortunately, many people in Nigeria are still at risk…
Everyone experiences sexual urges except for the very few and rare asexuals. There are lots of benefits from engaging in sex, from pleasurable orgasms to a better immune system, better cardiovascular health to a better relationship with one’s partner, to feeling good about yourself. But not everyone who experiences a sexual drive gives into the…
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…
Aju Mbaise is a herb containing the bark, leaves, and roots from 5 different plants, including ginger, uda (Negro pepper), and uziza. It is used in the production of pepper soup or other types of concoctions and is taken for its many health benefits. Aju Mbaise means “wrap from Mbaise.” Mbaise is a village in…
Taking care of your physical health is the first step toward a mindful lifestyle. However, sometimes things are better said than done. The same is the case with your weight loss journey. You are supposed to take care of a lot of things at the same time in order to ensure you achieve your weight…
Folic acid is the synthetic form of folate or Vitamin B9 that is found in certain foods. It is also sold separately as a supplement for those who need it, like pregnant women or those who have a Vitamin B9 deficiency. Because of how essential it is, Vitamin B9 has been added to a range…
If you are someone who likes to stay fit and healthy and is looking for a way to make the most out of it, then you should consider being a fitness trainer. Being a fitness trainer has some benefits. First, you get to earn from it, and it can prove to be a really good…
Road accidents are very devastating events that lead to some very grave injuries and even death. In Nigeria, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) reported that they were in 826 accidents recorded nationwide in a month. In some cases, people who die from road accidents do not die at the impact of the car crash…
The issue of environmental health in Nigeria is one that has lingered for decades. Successive governments have crafted policies and adopted programs to improve the level of environmental health but have very little to show in terms of achievement. Environmental health has to do with the biological, chemical, and physical agents that are found in…
