Eat Smart and Weigh less this Christmas!

Hey, it's that time of the year again when extra calories lurk around every corner. From doughnuts and Christmas cake at the office end of year party, to plate upon plate of delicious rice, chicken and moin-moin  at the numerous family and friends’ Christmas parties you have a lot to indulge in. For some reason, it is acceptable to eat so much more at Christmas and although we know that it all adds up, we gladly accept that we will enter...

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Raise Awareness from your Desk! November, Lung Cancer Awareness month. It’s that time of the year when lung cancer takes the front burner. It’s the month when we are all expected to do our bit in raising awareness on the deadly scourge. So what exactly is lung cancer and what are the factors that increase the chances of you getting it? Like all cancer, it’s when there is abnormal growth of cells in the lungs. Lung cancer according to the World...

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Looking to shed off that extra weight and improve your skin tone? Here’s a simple solution for you: Avocado!  You’ve probably heard of Avocado: that tasty treat that can serve as a snack, a meal on its own or can be used in salads and dishes.  However, Avocado is much more than a great tasting fruit. It is a very good source for nutrients like fibre, potassium and vitamins C, K, foliate but to mention a few.  That’s not all. Avocados...

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Healthy Lifestyle, Healthier You!

Every one of us wants to be fit and live a long active life, right? But what do you do for it? Living a healthy lifestyle might sound very boring, expensive and difficult to maintain, especially when you have to give up on all of your favourite foods and snacks just to embrace a beneficial lifestyle, but do you know that it is even easier to maintain a wholesome and fabulous lifestyle? Yes! You don't have to spend long hours training at...

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The Path to A healthy Mother and Child

Are you worried about childbirth and how it will affect you? Bringing a baby into the world can be fun and exciting, but it can also come with some complications if not properly managed. Did you know that there are numerous ways you can improve maternal health issues? Of course 80% of maternal deaths are preventable. But it is quite unfortunate that maternal mortality rates are still very high in the world, each year, more than half a million...

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Health Benefits of curry leaves

If you are an ardent cook then you probably know about the exotic leaf; Curry leaf! And if you don’t then it’s that amazing leaf that gives meals an irresistible aroma. For most Culinary enthusiasts it is, quite simply the seasoning of choice. But beyond the mouth-watering fragrance it adds to dishes, the Curry Leaf also possesses other important health benefits for the body. For one, it is packed with essential vitamins like Vitamins A, Vitamin...

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Ebola Virus: Key Facts You Need To Know About the Deadly Virus

Ever heard of Ebola virus? It’s the deadly virus that is threatening to invade West Africa.  As at last count, about 100 people in Guinea and Liberia are said to have died from the virus. The situation is so serious that even the World Health organization (WHO) has described it as one of the "most challenging incidents the world has ever seen”. If not properly handled there are concerns that the virus may well spread to other West African...

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Cucumber, the World's Healthiest Food!

Do you know that cucumber contains most of the vitamins your body requires every day? I bet you didn’t know that. Imagine this:  just one cucumber contains the following nutrients:  Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B5, Vitamin B6, Folic Acid, Vitamin C, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium and Zinc. Amazing, isn’t it? Little wonder it is regarded as a healthy choice for cooking and snacking. Cucumbers are also...

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Laughter: Truly The best medicine!

Sam’s intuition told him he had a short lifespan. And he consulted a medical practitioner. As the doctor scribbled on his prescription sheet, he expected several doses of vitamins, irons and minerals. He wouldn’t have minded if an injection or two was thrown in. Alas! The doctor scribbled ‘L.O.L’’ on the prescription sheet. He had never heard of any drug named ‘L.O.L’. Puzzled, he asked the doctor what it meant. “Oh, pardon me for not writing...

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Get That Highbrow Eyebrow!

Photo Credits: Toun Aj's world It’s often said that the eye is the lamp of the body. If that is true, then the eyebrow plays an important role in making the lamp shine brighter. The eyebrows define the eyes and also enhance the beauty of the face. It also plays a key role in protecting the eyes from unwanted moisture, sweat and to some extent, particles. And just like any other part of the human body, the eyebrow varies from individual to individual....

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Agbalumo: The Humongous Benefits Of A Small Fruit

Agbalumo has an ‘English name’ o! (or maybe two). And it is the African Star Apple or White Star Apple. I used to think it was a cherry of sort; thanks to research, I know better… Ever heard of African Star Apple? What about White Star Apple? Maybe not!  Okay, here’s another name that may ring a bell:  Agbalumo! And if you are still wondering what it is, Agbalumo, is that round, sharp tasting, orange- coloured (sometimes red) fruit about...

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