‘Healthy’ Choices You have a lot of options when you’re trying to eat right, but not all choices are what they seem. Some that sound healthy can actually have the opposite effect. Drinking Diet Soda While cutting down on sugar is good for you, artificial sweeteners may cause different issues. Studies show that people who Read More
If you need improvement in health problems from anxiety to poor sleep, you may want to consider aromatherapy. In this kind of treatment, you use extracts from plants called essential oils, by either breathing them through your nose or putting them on your skin. Some people put the oils on their skin when they get Read More
Comfort can be Healthy When it turns a little chilly outside or you are a bit down in the dumps, there is nothing like good comfort food to make you feel better. The problem is, comfort foods often aren’t the best thing for you to eat. Here are a few smart choices to keep you Read More
There is no overstating the role of sleep in the human life. While there are many ways to rest, sleep is the ultimate form of rest. The body needs about eight to 10 hours of good sleep daily. Poor or insufficient sleep causes mood swings, unproductiveness, and adverse health effects including stroke and insomnia. Do Read More
Women get a lot of unsolicited advice in Nigeria. Many more come when she is married or have kids. A large percentage of older women are suddenly expert gynaecologists and parenting experts. Chances are, some of the breastfeeding “advice” you will get may not be accurate. CHECK OUT THE FOLLOWING 1. New Mom Should Drink Read More
You think you’re healthy, but you don’t feel vibrant. You struggle to find the energy to get through the day. You’re irritable. Your stomach isn’t acting right. And all those headaches! These types of ailments affect many of us in our daily lives. They’re not serious enough to warrant a trip to the doctor — Read More
1. It’s an anti-inflammatory Related to superfoods like turmeric and cardamom, ginger contains the compound gingerol, a natural anti-inflammatory and antioxidant. Naturally occurring anti-inflammatories are important because they can help curb an overactive immune system. Inflammation is your body’s natural and healthy response to injury or illness—and it tells your white blood cells that it’s time to Read More
The Blood Purifier Tired of covering up those zits with concealer every morning? It’s time to tackle the root cause of acne by purifying your blood from inside to get healthy skin on the outside. Take two cloves of raw garlic with some warm water everyday, early in the morning and consume a lot of Read More
If you have depression or anxiety, it can be difficult to force yourself to eat a certain way or even feed yourself at all. Every activity can feel like you are moving through taffy, exerting so much effort that you start to think, maybe it is not actually worth it. That being said, the last Read More
Good Nutrition is one of the keys to a healthy life. You can improve your health by keeping a balanced diet. You should eat foods that contain vitamins and minerals. This includes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, dairy, and a source of protein. Ask yourself the following questions. If you answer yes to any of them, Read More
Figuring out the best foods to eat when you have diabetes can be tough. The main goal is to keep blood sugar levels well-controlled. However, it’s also important to eat foods that help prevent diabetes complications like heart disease. Here are the 16 best foods for diabetics, both type 1 and type 2. 1. Fatty Read More
DAIRY PRODUCTS: Dairy products, especially yogurt, are a great choice for pregnant women. Dairy products help meet increased protein and calcium needs. Probiotics may also help reduce the risk of complications. LEGUMES: Legumes are great sources of folate, fibre and many other nutrients. Folate is a very important nutrient during pregnancy, and may reduce the Read More
The amount of energy (kJ) you need to consume each day differs depending on whether you are wanting to maintain weight, lose weight or gain weight. This is a basic guide on how many kilojoules (calories) you need each day, along with information regarding what nutrients are needed for a healthy diet. Approximate recommended dietary Read More
Eating healthy can be easy, tasty and inexpensive if you stick to some simple guidelines. Who isn’t trying to eat healthy these days? After all, it can help reduce your risk of heart disease, stroke and lots of other things you’d rather avoid. The good news is, eating right doesn’t have to be hard or Read More
You already know that citrus (think: oranges, lemons, tangerines, limes, and grapefruit) is an excellent source of immune-boosting vitamin C—which is why so many people reach for these fruits during cold and flu season. But citrus offers many other impressive health benefits, as well. The juicy, colorful fruits are packed with good-for-you nutrients, not to mention flavor, making Read More
