Strawberries are sweet and yummy and are also beneficial for women’s health. This is because the fruit is packed with vitamins and minerals such as vitamins C and K, folate, and magnesium. ALSO READ: You Will Experience These 8 Amazing Health Benefits If You Add Dried Apricots To Your Diet Here are 10 health benefits of strawberries you probably never heard...
Palm Kernel Oil is edible plant oil extracted from the kernel or seed of the oil palm Elaeis guineensis. It should not be confused with palm oil which is extracted from the pulp of the palm fruit. Palm kernel oil is commonly used in commercial cooking because it is lower in cost than other oils and remains stable at high cooking temperatures. Palm Kernel...
Tooth related problems are always painful to bear or deal with, but cavities are definitely the worst. They can make eating or drinking anything difficult for you. Cavities are small holes that occur in the teeth as a result of tooth decay. This happens due to the lack of dental hygiene and accumulation of bacteria and plaque and it can...
Ovarian cancer is a type of cancer that begins in the ovaries. The female reproductive system contains two ovaries, one on each side of the uterus. The ovaries—each about the size of an almond—produce eggs (ova) as well as the hormones estrogen and progesterone. Ovarian cancer often goes undetected until it has spread within the pelvis and abdomen. At this...
Most women never used to experiment with organic items. They thought the only way to good skin or health was basically drugs and creams. But the reverse is the case these days. Many women are trying their hands out on natural ingredients to have good health and skin and Fenugreek is one of those ways. Here are some ways to...
With the recent rise in the price of pads, many women are thinking of other choices to save more money during their monthly cycle. Although most women are used to sanitary pads and tampons for that time of the month, Menstrual cups can be used for the same purpose. A menstrual cup is a type of reusable feminine hygiene product....
Oha or Ora leaf is a vegetable native to the Igbo tribe in Nigeria. Also known as African Rosewood plant, It is the primary ingredient used to prepare the popular ‘Oha’ soup and other soups. Oha leaves contain minerals like magnesium, calcium, potassium, copper, iron, zinc, and manganese. It is also a source of vitamins A, B, and C source...
There is no greater feeling than returning home after a long day and removing your bra. For most women, wearing a bra makes them feel more confident, yet for others, it will feel unusual not wearing one. Science has however proven bras can actually decrease circulation to the breasts, which may reduce natural growth and breast tissue development. Here are more...
World Malaria Day is observed annually on April 25 aims to bring global attention to the efforts being made to bring an end to malaria thereby encouraging stakeholders to take action. It also aims to keep malaria high on the political agenda, mobilize additional resources, and empower communities. The theme of World Malaria Day 2021 is “Reaching the zero malaria target.” Here...
A retired Chief Research Fellow at the Nigerian Institute of Medical Research, Yaba, Lagos, Dr. Dan Onwujekwe, has said women who are used to wiping from back to front after using the toilet expose themselves to the risk of bacteria and urinary tract infections. According to him, women must learn to wipe properly after using the toilet. Onwujekwe, who disclosed...