Autism, or autism spectrum disorder (ASD), is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects communication, social interaction, and behavior. It is called a “spectrum” disorder because the symptoms and severity can vary widely among individuals with autism. Some common characteristics of autism include difficulty with verbal and nonverbal communication, difficulty with social interactions, difficulty with sensory processing, repetitive behaviors or interests, and...
If you have been skinny all your life, then you know the struggle of trying to gain weight and not seeing any progress. You may have tried eating more and drinking yogurt or milk, and many other strategies. Gaining weight is not just about eating more, it is about eating more of the right things and doing the right exercises....
The Keto diet lifestyle has been embraced gradually by many women over the years. A keto diet simply means a diet consisting of a high fat intake, a moderate protein intake, and little or no carbs. As a result, your body will begin to burn fat for energy rather than carbs. This is known as ketosis, and you can attain it...
Want to become a surrogate mother in Nigeria? then continue reading. What is surrogacy? Surrogacy is a method of assisted reproduction often supported by a legal agreement, whereby a woman agrees to carry and deliver a child on behalf of another couple or person, who will become the child’s parent(s) after birth. Through IVF, embryos are created in a...
Health Benefits of Clove Tea Clove is a spice commonly used in cooking but has been used in traditional medicine for centuries due to its many health benefits. Clove tea is a herbal infusion made by steeping cloves in hot water. Here are some potential health benefits of clove tea for women: 1. Reduces menstrual cramps Clove tea has been...
Miscarriage is the spontaneous loss of a pregnancy before the 20th week. About 10 to 20 percent of known pregnancies end in miscarriage. A miscarriage can be an incredibly devastating event, with long-lasting emotional issues, including depression, anger, fear, and guilt, but one of the most difficult aspects of a pregnancy loss is simply the complete lack of knowledge surrounding why...
The National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has alerted Nigerians to the recalled EzriCare and Delsam Pharma Artificial Tears eye drops. The recall is contained in a public alert with No: 008/2023 signed by NAFDAC Director-General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, in Abuja on Sunday. Public Alert No. 008/2023. Alert on recalled Artificial Tears Eye Drops linked...
Every fitness activity, such as walking or jogging, riding, burns calories, but some burn more per minute than others. The more intense the pace, regardless of the fitness activity, the faster you’ll burn the calories. Also, how fast you burn calories is affected by your weight These exercises will help you. 1. Jogging or running Running is a great way...
What is Vaginal Discharge? Vaginal discharge is a clear, white, or off-white fluid that comes out of your vagina. Your uterus, cervix, and vagina produce vaginal discharge, which is mainly made up of cells and bacteria. The fluid carries dead cells and bacteria out of the body, and vaginal discharge helps keep the vagina clean and prevent infection. Your vaginal discharge is supposed...
African velvet tamarind, popularly called Awin, is a fruit native to Africa. It is found in Nigeria, Ghana, Togo, Mali, São Tomé and Príncipe, Sierra Leone, Senegal, Equatorial Guinea, Cameroon, and some other African countries. Other names of Awin are black velvet tamarind, tumble tree, etc. The seed is enclosed in a dry, brownish, sweetly acidic, edible pulp, which...