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Watermelon is centuries old fruit that is juicy and sweet, and many view it as a perfect treat to quench your thirst during summer heat. With a bright red flesh and little seeds embedded throughout, watermelon is packed with a plethora of nutrients and antioxidants that include vitamins A and C. Watermelon is a good source…
Medical expert, Dr Christopher Otabor has decried the economic effect of medical tourism on the health sector and the Nigerian economy, warning that Nigeria loses upwards of a billion dollars to venture. Lamenting also that teaching hospitals and specialist hospitals are loosing doctors as a result of the Japa syndrome cutting through the country. Dr…
Garden eggs, also known as African eggplants or aubergines, are a type of vegetable that are native to Africa. They are grown in different parts of Africa, and they are a staple in many African diets.  They can be eaten raw, cooked (in the form of sauce) while others make salad from them.  Garden egg are vital…
The herpes simplex virus, also known as HSV, is a viral infection that causes genital and oral herpes. While some people experience periodic outbreaks that presents small, fluid-filled blisters or sores. These outbreaks commonly manifest around the genitals or mouth, they can also appear on other body parts like the hands or fingers. It’s important…
Experts encouraged Nigerians to eat more whole grains, vegetables and fruits regularly to help reduce their chances of developing high blood pressure, after a study to identify dietary patterns related to hypertension. Researchers in a study published in the 2024 Journal of Hypertension found that diets that emphasise regular intake of fruits and whole grains…
Avocado pear also known as an alligator pear or butter fruit, is a type of berry. They grow in warm climates Avocado pear contains healthy monounsaturated fats that support heart health and circulation therefore promoting better blood flow. Avocados directly contribute to improved erectile function, consuming the creamy smoothie adds benefit to your performance. Avocados…
Intermittent fasting, a diet pattern that involves alternating between periods of fasting and eating, can lower blood pressure and help some people lose weight, past research has indicated. But an analysis presented Monday at the American Heart Association’s scientific sessions in Chicago challenges the notion that intermittent fasting is good for heart health. Instead, researchers from…
Brown bread, often referred to as whole wheat or whole grain bread is a type of bread made using flour that is partly or entirely milled from whole or almost-whole wheat grains. Brown bread offers a range of health benefits that make it a nutritious choice for your diet. By choosing brown bread over white bread, you’ll increase your…
Dr Unyime Ndor, of University of Uyo Teaching Hospital, Akwa Ibom State, has cautioned against excessive consumption of beer, hot drinks and herbal mixtures, smoking of cigarettes, hard drugs and other cannabis. He equally discouraged those described as ‘passive smokers’ from continued closeness with active smokers, saying that, even though they do not smoke directly,…
What is prostate cancer?Prostate cancer occurs in the prostate gland. The gland sits just below the bladder in males. It surrounds the top part of the tube that drains urine from the bladder, called the urethra. Causes of Prostate cancer?It’s not known exactly what causes prostate cancer, although a number of things can increase your risk…
