According toThe Guardian newspaper, more than 1.5 million acid reflux or heartburn cases are reported yearly. Everyone has, at one point in life, experienced heartburn either because of factors like stress, anxiety, an increase in hormones, and by being overweight.
However, most individuals fail to realise that some of the foods they consume trigger heartburn, and once this happens more than…
In recent times, there have been several talks about mental health and how it affects individuals in society. Amongst individuals, Gen Zs have especially shown heightened levels of stress, depression, and anxiety which is a detriment to their mental health. And as long as situations can trigger or jeopardise your mental health, there will be a need for conversations on what should be done or what…
Embracing your bed naked after a long shower is surely an excellent way to end the day. When it comes to improving your health, nobody ever thinks of how sleeping naked has its benefits. However, some benefits are simply too good to ignore.
Naturally, sleep is important to keep the body functioning. Now pair that with a sleeping stack naked, and you will be surprised at how well your body…
Worrying about what you can or cannot eat can strain your body as a breastfeeding mother. The added worry that comes with unsolicited advice often worsens it. People always have something to say about what you should do as a new mom, most of which often turn out to be false.
Many myths may be mistaken for facts regarding your food and how it may or may not influence your baby through…
Getting complimented when you walk past in your favourite dress, smelling like a million bucks, is always a good highlight of the day. Flip the switch; no one wants to hear whispers about their poor hygiene, especially from a sexual partner.
You can incorporate different hygiene practices into your lifestyle that will keep your genitals healthy and prevent any development of foul odours. We…
In a recent study presented at the Endocrine Society’s 97th Annual meeting, research findings indicate that onions may reduce blood sugar levels by 50% in individuals with Type 2 diabetes.
Anthony Ojieh, the study’s primary author from Delta State University in Abraka, Nigeria, noted that vegetables are a readily available, cheap, nutritious supplement that can be utilised to treat…
The immune system is the body’s best defence mechanism against infections. A robust immune system protects you from viral and bacterial infections which come with symptoms like flu, fever, and colds. When your immune system is weakened, your risk of getting these infections and falling sick increases.
Since the outbreak of Covid-19 in 2020, the immune system has been a trending topic…
Dragging yourself out of bed just because you have an appointment with your doctor in the hospital can be exhausting, especially when you think of how much time will be spent on the way and the long queue awaiting you inside the hospital.
The emergence of telemedicine has made things easier. Telemedicine brings the healthcare you need to meet you wherever you are. This is not limited to…
There are times you feel frustrated or unnecessarily angry, and this can be associated with the feeling of pain in the abdomen. People react to pain differently, some have a strong tolerance for pain while others cannot even stand the slightest pain.
Any discomfort that develops in the area between your chest and groin is considered abdominal pain. Abdominal discomfort may seem like a nagging…
Pregnant women know that carrying a child for nine months comes with many uncomfortable changes. From the swellings to the vomiting, aches, pains, and the bodily change they experience.
While those body changes may be regular and expected, some pregnancy symptoms can usher in health problems like preeclampsia. Preeclampsia commonly occurs in pregnant women when the pregnancy is about 20 weeks.
It…