Nigerian women face the challenge of certain public health problems in Nigeria, which you need to know about. These health challenges are among the major concerns for women in Nigeria. This article aims to educate you on the major public health problems facing Nigerian women. These issues vary according to religious, cultural and geographic factors. …
Alligator pepper or Grains of paradise (scientifically known as Aframomum melegueta) is a species in the ginger family whose seeds and leaves are used for medicinal, culinary, as well as traditional purposes. Part of the therapeutic benefits of this wonderful plant is that it helps in boosting the immune system and reducing the risks of…
Erb’s Palsy can impact a child and their family but there are options available for treatment and care. Erb’s Palsy is a condition that can result from birth injuries and has a significant impact on both the child and their family. It’s often difficult news to hear for parents who learn of their baby having…
Garden egg is a nutritious fruit from the nightshade family and is widely consumed in African countries like Nigeria, Ghana, and Benin Republic. The botanical name of garden egg is Solanum melongena. Although it is often referred to as a vegetable, it is technically a fruit, because they grow from a flowering plant and contain…
Many people think you stop exercising after you cross a certain age, and for some, that age is 50. But this is not true. There is no age limit to keeping fit. In fact, doing exercises after 50 can be very beneficial as it can prevent certain conditions and make your body function better. As…
I am sure that I speak everyone’s mind when I say that we are all tired of the lockdown. Because of the Coronavirus pandemic, we have all had to stay at home, and have not been finding it easy. While it’s not all fun this period, it can be a good time to pick up…
Understanding the hair growth cycle is essential to grasping how hair grows and why red light therapy for hair growth works. According to the American Hair Loss Association, up to 67% of men will have some degree of hair loss, or alopecia, by the age of 35. That figure would have grown to 85% by…
Prebiotics are a type of dietary fibre that foster the growth and development of good bacteria in the gut, which keeps the gut healthy. Prebiotics are not digested by the body but find their way to the gut where they promote the healthy functioning of the digestive system. Prebiotics are different from probiotics. While prebiotics…
Over the years, recent investigations have demonstrated that the rising rate of tuberculosis and poverty in Nigeria has increased simultaneously. There is no doubt, however, that the relationship between poverty and tuberculosis is symbiotic, and that people living in poverty (PLIV) in the society have a higher risk of contracting the disease. Statistics from the…
In recent times, people have become more interested in taking care of their skin. This has led to the emergence of a range of skincare products and brands, all with the aim of helping people achieve the ‘perfect skin,’ no matter their skin tone. But taking care of your skin does not only involve using…