In recent times, the words ‘therapy’ and ‘mental health’ have been used more often. In this article, we break down what therapy means and the signs that suggest you need one. Therapy, also called ‘psychotherapy’ or ‘talk therapy,’ is a type of treatment that aims to relieve mental and emotional issues without the use of drugs. It often entails discussing...
World Breastfeeding Week is celebrated every year from 1 to 7 August to encourage breastfeeding and improve the health of babies around the world. Exclusive breastfeeding is very essential for babies as breast milk provides optimal nutrition. Breast milk has the right amount of nutrients, is easily digested, and is readily available. Are you a new mother? Here is why you should try exclusive breastfeeding for...
Blood clotting is necessary for our bodies, as this stops the blood from flowing uncontrollably after a cut or injury, but it’s when blood clots are created when they’re not needed that they can become life-threatening. A clot can slow or block normal blood flow and even break loose and travel to an organ, which can cause a heart attack,...
Editan leaf is a common vegetable in Nigeria. It is commonly used to prepare the popular Editan soup. Also known as Atama leaf in Igbo, Editan leaf is native to the South-South region of Nigeria. Editan leaf is packed full of benefits such as fiber and vitamins including A, B, C, E, Folic acid, and minerals such as iron and...
Yoga is a group of physical, mental, and spiritual practices or disciplines originated in ancient India that aims to control and still the mind. Yoga is also a type of exercise in which you move your body into various positions in order to become more fit or flexible, improve your breathing, and relax your mind. June 21st every year is marked as The International Day Of Yoga, a day set...
Nigerian singer Tems announced the postponement of her shows in the UK on Tuesday, June 14 after she was diagnosed with reflux laryngitis. Taking to Instagram, she wrote: “It breaks my heart to say this, but there has been no other option for me. I’m not feeling too good at the moment. After my last performance, I was diagnosed with...
Want to lose weight, then the best time to exercise is in the morning. According to a new US study, women will burn more fat by exercising in the morning. The US study found the best time of day to exercise may differ for men and women. The research revealed women burned more body fat during morning exercise, whereas evenings...
Cosmetic surgery is a type of surgical procedure that aims to improve appearance. This includes liposuction, tummy tuck, face lift, breast augmentation, and Brazilian butt lift (BBL). There has been a rise in cosmetic surgeries across the world as more women are willing to go under the knife just to have the perfect body. In Nigeria, popular celebrities who have...
An ongoing outbreak of monkeypox was confirmed on 6 May 2022, beginning with a British resident who, after travelling to Nigeria, presented symptoms consistent with monkeypox on 29 April 2022. The resident returned to the United Kingdom on 4 May, creating the country’s index case of the outbreak. Six nations in Africa are currently experiencing a monkeypox endemic, according to...
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control has warned that monkeypox can be transmitted through sex. The NCDC in a statement shared on its website also listed some symptoms of the disease. It read; “Symptoms of the illness include fever, headache, body aches, weakness, swollen lymph nodes (glands) and a rash. After about 1 to 3 days of fever, the rash...