Doctors Warn: If You Use Aluminum Foil, Stop It Right Now And This is The Reason Why

We all use aluminum foil in the kitchen, for cooking, and wrapping, and we often use it to treat some common ailments. Yet, a recent study has found that there are some important things we do not know about this kitchen staple.

First of all, aluminum is a neurotoxic heavy metal that has severe side-effects on the function of the brain and has even been associated with Alzheimer’s disease.

According to medical experts, the exposure to this heavy metal might cause long- lasting adverse effects, including mental decline, and loss of balance, memory, coordination, and

How To Control High Blood Pressure With Coconut Water

It has been revealed that moderate consumption of coconut water can lower the risk of high blood pressure, reduce cholesterol level and weight control.

A nutritionist and biochemist, Dr Ochuko Erikainure, said this in an interview with NAN, in Lagos, on Thursday.

He said coconut water was rich in high electrolyte contents particularly, potassium

Is it possible to have sex without knowing?

Sleep walking is one sleep condition that seems to affect a lot of people. There is also this condition that is similar to sleep walking, but it affects a relatively small number of people.

This condition is unbelievably strange to say the least. It is called Sexsomnia, also known as sleep sex whereby a person participates in abnormal sexual activities while still fully asleep and unaware.

This person initiates or partakes in sexual activities without being actively aware of what they are doing. In mild cases, a person may always start to make some moaning sounds which are similar to sounds made by people during sex while they are asleep.

Although sexual dreams are not considered a type of sexsomnia, in more severe cases, a person may actually initiate sex with any available person on the same bed while fully

BENEFITS OF ACTIVATED CHARCOAL YOU DIDN'T KNOW

                        


Activated charcoal is a potent natural treatment used to trap toxins and chemicals in the body, allowing them to be flushed out so the body doesn’t reabsorb them. It’s made from a variety of sources, but when used for natural healing, it’s important to select activated charcoal made from coconut shells or other natural sources.
      However, if you really need first aid, charcoal is something you need to have on you all the time. You might not know this but it is one of the most medicinal products you can have at home due to its poison extraction ability.

In case you never gave it much attention, this is the time to do so. Here are 13 benefits of charcoal you never thought about.

1. ODOR PREVENTION

Does your shoe smell bad? Just get some charcoal & put it in them. Do you have any bad smell in your room? Drop some charcoal where you suspect the smell could be coming

HEALTHY FOODS TO EAT DURING PREGNANCY.

If eating healthy is something that we should aim to do in all stages of our lives, it is incredibly more pertinent during to maintain pregnancy. Pregnant women should eat healthy for two.

Pregnant women should have a varied diet but especially eat the following foods.

FRUIT AND VEGETABLES.
The vitamins, minerals and antioxidants present within fruits and vegetable are essential for pregnant women. Vegetables such as spinach, broccoli, watercress, asparagus, romaine lettuce, brussel sprouts, etc. are fundamental during pregnancy for their richness in folic acid.
Adequate levels of this vitamin should be maintained from three months prior to the

How To Avoid Food Poisoning

Food poisoning is one of the most common ailments that affect us. It mainly happens from contaminated, toxic or spoiled food. Bacteria form on this food and get inside our stomach. But how?

1)  Fish, meat or vegetables and fruits can get contaminated
     while they are packed.

2)  If the food or raw produce is not washed properly or if the
     utensils are dirty, bacteria can form there.

3)  Food, when kept in the open for 2 or more hours, can get

Why Do We Get Hiccups?

Hiccups are so common in our lives that we hardly wonder as to why we get them. It seems like they come and go at their own will. Hence, we don’t give it much of a thought.

However, most of us have noticed that hiccups occur when we try to eat or drink something too fast. This happens to be the most common cause of hiccups. It is because the muscles that help us breathe are located between the ribs and diaphragm.

When we eat or drink something in a hurry, our stomach becomes irritated and

Reasons Sweet Potatoes Is Good For Your Health

They are high in vitamin B6

Vitamin B6 helps reduce the chemical homocysteine in our bodies. Homocysteine has been linked with degenerative diseases, including heart attacks.

•They are a good source of vitamin C.

While most people know that vitamin C is important to help ward off cold and flu viruses, few people are aware that this crucial vitamin plays an important role in bone and tooth formation, digestion, and blood cell formation. It helps accelerate wound healing, produces collagen which helps maintain skin’s youthful elasticity, and is essential to helping us cope with stress. It even appears to help protect our body against toxins that may be linked to cancer.

10 Signs You Are Pregnant

You may have an inkling that you're pregnant soon after you've conceived, when the fertilised egg attaches itself to the wall of your uterus (womb). This usually happens within about 10 days of conception.

Or you may be unaware of any changes for weeks, only wondering if you're pregnant when you miss a period.

Though you may experience some, all, or none of these, here are the top 10 signs of pregnancy.

1. Prickling, tingling nipples
As pregnancy hormones increase the blood supply to your breasts, you may feel a tingling sensation around your nipples. This can be one of the earliest signs of pregnancy, and is

What is Female Genital Mutilation or FGM?

What does FGM stand for?
FGM stands for Female Genital Mutilation, which consists of the partial or total removal of the external female genitalia. 

It is also known by other names including 'cutting', 'female circumcision' and 'initiation'.

Which countries practice FGM?
The practice takes place in many parts of the world but it is most common in Africa, Asia and the Middle East.

According to the United Nations, FGM is practiced by certain communities in the following places:

In Africa: Benin, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Ivory Coast, Democratic Republic of Congo, Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Liberia, Mali, Mauritania, Niger, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Sudan,

How To Manage ANGER Issues

Doctor, I have serious anger issues and I would really like to know how to deal with these. Recently, if not for the intervention of my neighbours, I almost stabbed my younger brother out of anger. I believe there are ways I can manage this, please help me. Thank you

Anger is a normal and even healthy emotion, but it’s important to deal with it in a positive way. Uncontrolled anger can take a toll on both your physical and mental health including your relationships.

I’m pleased you have realized that this is a problem that you want to deal with. This is a good way for your pathway to recovery from this challenge. To get your anger under control, you can start by considering these 10 anger management tips.

1. Think before you speak

In the heat of the moment, it’s easy to say something you’ll later regret. Take a few moments to collect your thoughts before saying anything and allow others involved in the situation to

Signs Your Vagina Is Healthy

The vagina is one important body part you should never ignore. Any suspicious changes should be investigated as you risk major issues to your body if you keep assuming all is well.
An unhealthy vagina could mean you have contracted an STD, and this can be deadly. Ignoring symptoms can even affect your reproductive health.

1) It  has it’s own ecosystem :

That’s what all the discharge is about! It has it’s own pH, gets rid of bacteria on it’s own, it’s just plain amazing. But, being your own delicate ecosystem also means you’re supersensitive. So, if your vagina is super sensitive and gets thrown off easily when you try to alter that

Health Benefits Of BITTER KOLA

Bitter Kola also known as Garcinia kola is a tropical flowering plant found in western and central Africa and it produces brown, nut-like seeds.

The nut which is about 3-5 cm in length has an ellipsoid shape. A brown to deep brown peel covers it. This peel is removed before it is eaten. It leaves a bitter taste in the mouth when it is eaten. It is this bitterness that its name is derived.

It has been used in African culture for centuries for both traditional and medicinal purposes. It contains dimeric flavonoid, lipase inhibitor which is believed to have many healing benefits.

*In Yoruba land it is called Orogbo. The Hausas call it Miji-goro, while it is called Akiilu by the Igbos.*

Bitter Kola was eaten mostly by the elderly people because of their belief that it could prolong

HEALTH BENEFITS OF DRINKING WATER IN THE MORNING

Did You Know.......that drinking water, first thing in the morning has a lot of therapeutic effects for a multitude of health conditions?
Water plays a vital role in keeping your body healthy and fit. A human body is made up of 50-60% water. Water protects vital organs and tissues, carries nutrients and oxygen to your cells, lubricates the joints, helps dissolve nutrients and minerals to make them accessible to the body, and regulates body temperature.
Your body craves for water when you wake up in the morning and drinking 2-3 glasses of water as soon as you get up can rejuvenate you and your health in more ways than you can imagine.
Here are some benefits of drinking water on an empty stomach, first thing in the morning:

IT KEEPS YOUR GUT HEALTHY
Drinking water on an empty stomach helps in correcting bowel movement, which may

How To Increase Sperm Motility And Sperm Count

After a few months of unprotected $ex, it is in the best interest of the man to conduct sperm analysis. This is to ascertain the quality of his sperm. The result will let the man know what next to do. If you have just done sperm analysis or a sperm motility test and it suggests that you need a sperm motility treatment as a result of low sperm motility as revealed in the test then this article is for you.

I will attempt to define the two parameters and then gradually link the definitions to how you can improve and provide treatments for low sperm count and low sperm motility.

What is Sperm count?
Sperm count is the concentration of spermatozoa in the semen per ejaculate or a measure of spermatozoa in the semen in an ejaculation.

It is usually expressed as the number of sperm found per milliliter of an ejaculate. It is a measure of man’s fertility.

Many factors contribute to low sperm count ranging from the hot weather, working

6 Facts About STDs In Pregnancy

STD (Sexually Transmitted Diseases) in pregnancy is very risky, as it poses great danger to the life of both the mother and her baby.
A mother can pass on some infections to her baby during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. There are some important things you must know about STDs in pregnancy. Please read.

1. Some STDs (like syphilis) can cross the placenta and infect a baby while in the uterus (womb).

2. STDs like gonorrhea, genital herpes, chlamydia, and hepatitis B can be transmitted from

7 Powerful Health Benefits of Moringa

Moringa is a native flowering plant commonly found in the western region of Africa. This plant is widely cultivated here in Nigeria due to it’s medicinal and nutritional values.

1. Moringa has the ability to control the cholesterol level in the body and also has essential amino acids to balance sugar level, thus making it potent in the fight against diabetes

2. Daily intake of moringa increases the mechanism of the body’s natural defence. Thus, it

Halitosis:5 everyday tips to get rid of bad breath

A major cause of bad breath is bacteria build up on the back of your tongue or between your teeth, see simple ways to get rid of it.

Bad breath (also known as halitosis) is embarrassing, its one situation that lowers one's self esteem. Most of the time, they are caused by some lifestyle habits which could easily be

Eating Salad And Vegetables Raw Can Lead To Hepatitis - Scientists

It may sound unbelievable but it is true that 13 per cent Nigerians are carrier of Hepatitis Virus. The virus is lying quietly in their system because in the pathology of Hepatitis B, some people are just healthy carriers.

In this interview with Dr Sonni Olukayode, a, Consultant Physician at EKO Hospital, Ikeja, Lagos, Hepatitis are of various species and it is becoming endemic in developing countries, including Nigeria.

FINDINGS SHOW THAT 13 PER CENT OF NIGERIANS ARE HEALTHY CARRIERS OF HEPATITIS, HOW WILL YOU REACT TO THIS?

According to Dr Olukayode, Hepatitis is common in this environment and as a matter of fact, it is almost endemic but like you know, when you say Hepatitis, it means the inflammation of the Liver and this is a major organ in the body.

He went further to say that "There are various types of Hepatitis, the common ones are

Amazing Health Benefits Of Raw Onions

People don’t fancy putting onion in their meal or even cutting an onion as it will leave you crying for no reason and eating it will give you bad breath. Apart from these two known pitfalls, raw onions has many health benefits.
Onions have anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic, antioxidant, anticarcinogenic qualities and are rich in vitamins A, B6, B-complex and C, as well as iron, folate and potassium. Onions are so popular as they can go with almost every meal.

Below are 6 amazing health benefits of raw onions:

1. It promotes Hair Growth
Onion juice is effective in preventing hair loss and promoting hair growth. The sulfur in onions