Health

COVID-19 is taking over the news, and it shows no signs of stopping. For those who are already having sleep problems, or even someone who is normally a good sleeper, fears of the virus can keep you up at night, literally. As you probably…
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The biggest priority during pregnancy is eating right. However, knowing what to eat and what not to eat during pregnancy can be confusing. In addition to taking your prenatal vitamins to get essential nutrients like iron and folic acid,…
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A medical expert identified as Dr Kolade Johnson has warned lovers and sex partners against the practice of using saliva as a lubricant during sex. Vaginal lubrication is an important part of sexual arousal. It readies the vagina for…
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The Director of Public Health, Enugu State, Dr Boniface Okolo has cautioned Nigerians against the consumption of soaked garri to avoid contacting Lassa fever. Okolo, who gave the warning in an interview with News Agency of Nigeria (NAN),…
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Isreali scientists have successfully tested the first ever major medical breakthrough of 3D-printed hearts from human patients’ cells. WATCH THE VIDEO BELOW: https://youtu.be/c8aFrXiqUI8 The concept of 3D-printed organs brings hope…
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The World Health Organization (WHO) has prequalified an Ebola vaccine for the first time, a critical step that will help speed up its licensing, access and roll-out in countries most at risk of Ebola outbreaks. This is the fastest vaccine…
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A recent report on family planning revealed that there has been an improvement in the use of modern contraceptive among women in Nigeria. The report released by the Family Planning 2020 partnership (FP 2020) on Monday revealed that over…
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A psychiatrist, Dr Maymunah Kadiri has advised married women to have regular sex with their spouses in order to prevent depression and gain happiness. According to her, Depression is a common mental disorder that causes people to…
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Research carried out by a German scientist, Dr Karen Weatherby, and published in the New England Journal of Medicine, has revealed that staring at women’s breasts is healthy and that it will elongate the life span of men. The study,…
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Most people tend to see marijuana as an illicit drug, rather than a medical wonder. What many usually forget is that this plant contains hundreds of chemical compounds called cannabinoids. The most popular cannabinoids are…
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Dr Uchendu Onyedika, a Neuropsychiatrist with the University of Abuja Teaching Hospital, says though more women tend to attempt suicide; men are, however, more likely to succeed in ending their lives. Onyedika, who said this in an…
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Conception starts from the day you have sex. It takes 3-5 days for semen to fertilize an egg and it begins. Some women wait till they miss their period before they start noticing weird things about their bodies. But others figure it out…
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Infertility means not being able to give birth naturally after one year of trying and six months of trying for women older than 35. Causes of infertility range from natural, like defects, to man-made. Infertility is not a woman’s thing…
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Cassava flakes, popularly known as garri, is one of the main sources of carbohydrates and a popular staple food in Nigeria. It is widely grown and serves both industrial and commercial purposes. It is also a local delicacy eaten in Nigeria,…
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Detoxification is the physiological or medicinal removal of toxic substances from a living organism, including the human body, which is mainly carried out by the liver. And this is done by removing impurities from the blood and liver.…
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Sugarcane juice is a natural drink with about 30 grams of natural sugar processed out of sugarcane. Sugarcane juice has some wonderful health benefits that have been outlined below. 1. It cures acne If you are prone to acne, use a…
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Onions are not just useful as spices in meals but they also have a lot of health benefits. Let's take a look at some of these benefits below. 1. They fight cancer Research has shown that people who consume onions have low cancer…
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Humans beings have searched for ways to improve their sexual experience for thousands of years, including trying to discover the best foods to improve their sex lives. Scientists have linked a variety of foods with better sex and there…
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As the world celebrates Hepatitis Day, there are signs and symptoms of hepatitis B we need to know. Today is the World Hepatitis Day. Signs and symptoms of hepatitis B range from mild to severe. They usually appear about one to four…
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Let’s be honest, pests and stray/wild animals are nuisances. The pests will target your crops in the yard, while the animals might also come to destroy things in your home. Either way, you need to find a way to control them.
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Pregnancies do not only change a woman’s body but also cause some unexpected strange changes in the hair. These changes lead to the shedding of hair during and a few months after delivery. This condition is known as Postpartum Alopecia.…
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Oily skin happens when the sebaceous glands in the skin make too much sebum. Sebum is the waxy, oily substance that protects and hydrates the skin. Sebum is vital for keeping the skin healthy. However, too much sebum can lead to oily…
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Dementia is a general term for a decline in mental ability severe enough to interfere with daily life. Memory loss is an example. Alzheimer's is the most common type of dementia.
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These vitamins and mineral elements have a great therapeutic effects on our body such as the lowering of blood pressure and neural tube defects in pregnant women.
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Although we do not often have a widely accepted standardized definition of rapid weight loss, we do consider significant, unintentional weight loss to be 5% or greater weight reduction over six to 12 months, says Greg Jun, MD, an internal…
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