As fascinated as our society can be about the female body, it is surprising to know that most women still don’t know the basic facts about one of the most important organs in their body: the vagina. Talking about the female sex organ is usually considered a taboo topic from a young age, so most of us have limited knowledge...
While coffee is known to have its beneficial effects on the human body, it also has its disadvantages if not taken in moderation. Some studies argue that decaf and caffeinated coffee may have the same health effects, including lower risks of type 2 diabetes and certain cancers, and suggest that it’s not the caffeine that is responsible for most...
Insomnia is one of the most common health issues women are faced with today. Inability to sleep even when you feel tired and anxious after a long day poses a threat to your health if it is reoccurring. Sleep is important to our body just as much as breathing and eating. It provides an avenue for your body to deal...
An ulcer is an open sore on the surface of an organ or tissue. Ulcers most commonly erupt in the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum, in which case they are known as peptic ulcers. Peptic ulcers —sores in the lining of the stomach or intestines—can largely be blamed on a bacterium called Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori), a spiral-shaped micro-organism that can live...
Food supplements are concentrated sources of nutrients that we take to top up the ones we get from our food. Their effect is usually nutritional or psychological to help meet up with our bodies needs that the food we consume fall short of. They can also be used to treat some deficiencies or maintain adequate intake of some necessary nutrients....
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are also known as sexually transmitted infections. They’re passed through vaginal, anal, or oral sexual contact. Many STDs display no symptoms at all. Left untreated, STDs can lead to fertility problems and an increased risk of cervical cancer. These risks make it even more important to practice safe sex. It’s important to recognize the signs of...
Chickenpox is very common in children. It is generally caused by a virus called Varicella-Zoster, which is highly communicable by air or through the mucus, saliva, or blisters of someone infected with chickenpox. Such children can be considered contagious from the first or second day before the rash associated with chickenpox shows up till the time that the chickenpox blisters...
With the dry season (harmattan)quickly approaching, having homemade remedies for cough within your reach might determine how quickly you overcome your coughing fits. If you have noticed, the new trend seems to be the constant sound of coughing. This is simply because the air is getting drier and more heated so as you breath it in it irritates your air...
Groundnuts or peanuts are taken as snacks in many households, especially in Nigeria. In reality, they are rich in protein, fat, and various healthy nutrients. Since groundnuts have all the properties of nuts like almonds, cashew nuts, etc., they are also included in the family of nuts. You Wouldn’t Joke With Tomatoes Again With These 5 Health Benefits Here are...
There is no doubt that the nutritional and health issues of women are different from those of men. Often this fact is overlooked or simply not given enough attention. However, women need to remember that they do in fact have different health needs. Therefore,women need to pay more attention to their bodies, health and total well being and this is...