Cyperus esculentus plant is cultivated for its edible tubers, called earth almonds or tiger nuts, which can be used to prepare horchata de chufa, a sweet, milk-like beverage. However, in most other countries, the plant itself is considered a weed. The... Read More
Health Benefits of Drinking Carrot Juice
Carrot is referred to as a miracle vegetable due to its numerous purposes and benefits. Carrots are a vibrant source of vitamin A, vitamin C, phytochemicals, and fibre. A cup of carrot juice has about 100 calories and provides the heart with healthy... Read More
5 Healthy Alternatives to Coffee You Can Take Every Morning
Every morning before going out to our places of work or other engagements, we like to fill our system with a caffeine-soaked cup of coffee. Taking coffee is not necessarily bad, but what if there are other options? We have drawn up a list of five... Read More
Ways to Avoid Eyestrain
This age of computer and digital technology makes getting eyestrain almost inevitable. Our eyes are almost always glued to our phone screen, TV screen, or computer screen, which strains our eyes. The eyes get dry and tired from prolonged gazing at... Read More
PRIORITISING WOMEN AND GIRLS SEXUAL AND REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH NEEDS AMIDST COVID-19 PANDEMIC
As Nigeria joins the World to celebrate this year’s World Population Day, Development Communications Network (DevComs) calls on the Nigerian government to provide for the needs of women and girls in line with this year’s World Population Day... Read More
7 Common Dieting Mistakes You Should Avoid
A lot of people believe that when they go on a diet, it simply means they should eat less and try to exercise more. However, there are a lot more things to pay attention to when dieting. It is important that you not only set a realistic weight... Read More
The Challenges of Losing Weight as a Nigerian
Being overweight comes with different side effects. Apart from the unhealthy side effects on the physical body, it may affect how you perceive yourself and how people perceive you. Losing weight is generally good for your health. Weight loss lessens... Read More
6 Simple Foods for Smooth and Soft Skin
When it comes to the health of your skin, the saying “you are what you eat” couldn’t be more accurate. A lot of times, people chuck skincare products out for not working, but what if the problem is actually your diet? Cleansers and masks can... Read More
Ruona Meyer Shares Her Cancer Story; Every One Should Read This!
Ruona Meyer is the first Nigerian journalist to be nominated for an International Emmy Award. She decides to share her journey through breast cancer and I know you can learn a thing from her story because I did. The biggest for me is – Don’t let... Read More