Eat enough of this nutrient to lower type 2 diabetes risk
By Dr. Somi Igbene Eating a healthy, balanced diet that provides all the essential nutrients in appropriate quantities is crucial to preventing and managing type 2 diabetes. While all nutrients contribute to health, some are superior to others for regulating blood sugar, and magnesium is one such nutrient. Magnesium is the fourth most common mineral […]
When you don’t drink enough water, your body pays the price
BY SOLA OGUNDIPE Water is essential to good health and to life itself, with no controversy. Without water, none of the important body functions such as flushing out waste, regulating body temperature or brain function would be possible. Water is important to nearly every part of your body and it is essential to your overall […]
‘How saturated fatty acids increase risk of heart diseases’
By Nnam Ojiego Your favourite native dish is being prepared. Now, watch as the intricate process unfolds before your eyes in slow motion. Do you see the cooking oil hitting the saucepan in all its golden glory? The soft sizzle of the greasy liquid touching the hot metal warms your heart so much so that […]
Mental Health Chat Room: PTSD associated with depression, suicidal tendencies
By Professor Taiwo Sheikh Welcome to this week’s “Mental Health Chat Room”, this is a chat room where we discuss the basics of our mental health in order to understand and have a full grasp of the rudiments of mental health and mental well-being. This is part of our mental health advocacy activities aimed at […]
Hormone Replacement Therapy May Reduce the Risk of COVID-19 Death in Post-Menopausal Women-By Becky Upham
Post-menopausal women who have higher estrogen levels as a result of taking hormone replacement therapy (HRT) may have a lower risk of death from COVID-19 than women with natural levels of the hormone, according to a new Swedish study. The research, published February 14 in BMJ Open, also found that women who were taking estrogen-blocking therapy because of […]
Runny Nose Causes, Treatments, and Prevention
Odds are you’ve had a runny nose at some point in your life. That means you know how annoying it can be, forcing you to have a tissue within close reach at all times. Because they’re a nuisance to deal with, once one develops, you probably want to know why you have a runny nose […]
New Research Shows EBV Infection Increases Risk of Disease
Multiple sclerosis, like many autoimmune diseases, is characterized by chronic inflammation—it’s the work of the body’s own immune system, attacking what it’s meant to protect. In the case of MS, the body attacks its myelin sheath, a protective covering for the nerves in the brain and spinal cord. Researchers have struggled for years to figure out what […]
What Are Peptides?
What are peptides? Peptides are short chains of amino acids that occur naturally in the skin and are the building blocks of proteins. In cosmetic products (or skin-care products), peptides can mimic the protein sequences in collagen and elastin and stimulate production, says Geeta Yadav, MD, a dermatologist and founder of Skin Science Dermatology in […]
8 Low-Calorie Cocktails That Will Help You Stick to Your Healthy Eating Goals
You know the feeling: You’re catching up with friends over cocktails, and suddenly as you drain your second drink you’re thinking, Whoa, how many calories did I just sip? Cocktails are sugary, and sugar equals calories. The good news is, there are plenty of ways to tweak classic recipes so they won’t ruin your healthy eating goals. Below, […]
Why You Might Want to Drink Water Before You Get Your COVID-19 Vaccine or Booster Shot
By now you’re probably well aware that the COVID-19 vaccine—despite it being a life-saving shot—typically comes with at least a few less-than-pleasant side effects. They’re minor, of course: pain at the injection site, fever, fatigue—but feeling any discomfort at all isn’t exactly how you want to spend the day after getting vaccinated. To help, some pharmacies are offering […]
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