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The flowering plant (rhizome) whose root is used as ingredient in cooking and a medicine is part of the Zingiberaceae household alongside cardamom and turmeric. The herbaceous perennial is loaded with nutrients and bioactive compounds that have effective benefits for your physique and brain. Ginger can be consumed in many forms, fresh, dried, powdered, and …
The antioxidant-rich strawberries rank among the top 10 fruits and vegetables, it a member of the rose family isn’t really a fruit or a berry but the enlarged receptacle of the flower. It is cultivated worldwide for its fruit. The fruit is widely appreciated for its characteristic aroma, bright red color, juicy texture, and sweetness …
Pawpaw is a kind of fruit that have numerous health benefits that promotes digestion, builds the immune system, prevents constipation, lowers inflammation, reduces pain from burns, especially if the skin of the papaya is used, can prevent heart disease, complications from diabetes and atherosclerosis. Pawpaw, known botanically as carica papaya, Grown in the tropical regions, …
Most time we normally get mango from the fruit seller or visit mango tree to get some for ourself, but don’t think about the immense health benefits We shall discuss the various health benefit today so when next you get delicious and succulent mangoes you will know the nutritional value to your health. Firstly, what …
The Lagos State Government has alerted residents of the state to the circulation of “poisonous ponmo” in some markets in the state. “The Commissioner for Health, Dr Jide Idris, who disclosed this in his office yesterday (Sunday) while reviewing report of preliminary investigation and enforcement carried out on the sale of the toxic ponmo in …
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In nearly all nations of the world, men live shorter lives than women. The gender gap is widest in high-income industrialized nations. The World Health Organisation has said that, globally, women live longer than men; and that the difference in the male-female lifespan is particularly stark in high-income countries. in the U.S. male life expectancy …
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African walnut is mostly found in Nigeria and some parts of Africa. In the western part of Nigeria, it is known as ausa or asala while in the southern part its called ukpa. In Cameroon its also known as ngak or kaso. In Edo state of Nigeria,it is called okhuoya. One of the health benefits …
Sleeping better at night will help you increase your energy levels and reduce the risk of certain medical conditions. For many people, getting enough sleep can be difficult. There are too many devices that cause distraction during the night. You could also be forced to work in inconveniencing shifts. The recommended amount of time for …
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Groundnuts which is also know as peanut or pignut is widely grown in the tropics and subtropics region.it was originating in tropical South America, is a legume crop grown mainly for its edible seeds. In United States,africa and Europe peanuts are rarely eaten raw. Instead, they are most often consumed as roasted and salted whole …
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Snails belong to the same group of octopuses, which are part of the phylum Mollusca. At the same time, they are members of the class Gastropoda, a large taxonomic class of invertebrates, Snails are found on land and humid areas..Snail meat is a highly popular dish in Africa countries especially Nigeria cuisine and some parts …
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Lemongrass, also called citronella is one of the most delicious and beneficial beverages which are having many positive effects on our bodies,is a tall, stalky plant. It has a fresh, lemony aroma and a citrus flavor. This tea can aid in the immunity, protect the skin, boost the metabolism, prevent chronic disease, lower blood pressure …
When most people hear about addiction, what comes to mind is alcohol and drug addictions. However, there are several other types of addiction that are equally as devastating as those of alcohol and drugs. No addiction is ever appreciated and anyone who has any form of addiction will always make attempts to try and …
Cancer is killer disease which have some common sign or symptom that should not be ignored. As a cancer grows, it can begin to push on nearby organs, blood vessels, and nerves. This pressure causes some of the signs and symptoms of cancer. If the cancer is in a critical area, such as certain parts …
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The National Agency for Control of Aids (NACA) has confirmed that no fewer than 81,481 persons live with HIV in Ondo state. Dr Sani Aliu, the Director-General of the National Agency for Control of Aids (NACA), confirmed this on Thursday in Ondo, Ondo West Local Government Area of the state. Aliu said this when he …
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Mesothelioma is an aggressive and deadly cancer in the lining of the lungs or abdomen. Mesothelioma affects the thin membrane protecting several of the body’s most important organs, the lungs, abdomen and heart. Mesothelioma most often occurs in the tissue surrounding the lungs (pleural) but can also occur in the tissue in the abdomen (peritoneal), …
Bitter kola (also known as Garcinia kola) is cultivated from a flowering plant that is native to subtropical or tropical regions of Africa. Bitter Kola was eaten mostly by the elderly people because of their belief that it could prolong life. But the truth is that researches in modern science have revealed that bitter kola …
There’s a sad motivation behind why happiness is regularly tricky – our brains basically aren’t wired that way. Rather, our brains have advanced to make due, to secure ourselves, to guard us. Of course, we have snapshots of happiness and times of satisfaction and joy. Be that as it may, a significant number of us …
Lokoja has been thrown into mourning following the death of the Head of Department of Internal Medicine at Kogi State Specialist Hospital, Dr. Chukwudibe Rosemary, on Monday. According to reports, the three nurses had been on duty since last Saturday morning and were exhausted due to workloads which had increased in the last two months …
n HIV/AIDS-positive man who might have consciously passed on the deadly virus to more than 200 sexual partners has been arrested in Italy. A spokesman for police in Ancona, a city on Italy’s eastern Adriatic coast, told dpa on Thursday that 35-year-old Claudio Pinti had been arrested two days earlier. Despite having been diagnosed “for …
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The Honourable Minister of Health, Isaac Adewol, has asked the Nigeria Police Force to henceforth arrest defaulters of the ban on tobacco products including Shisha. The Health Minister gave the directive at a press conference in Abuja to mark the 2018 World No-Tobacco Day today June 4th. Speaking on Monday in Abuja at a press …
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