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They are widely available and easy to eat, making it the perfect way to help your diet. Limes possess a powerful set of health benefits thanks to a combination of vitamin C and antioxidants. They are widely available and easy to eat, making it the perfect way to help your diet. Several of the compounds found in limes have been shown to have potent cancer-fighting properties  Some of lime benefits include: 1. Help Fight Against Cancer Lime has an impressive ability to fight against cancer cells in the body. They are packed with antioxidants, which are compounds that fight against the harmful free radicals that can cause cell damage and chronic disease. Several of the compounds found in limes have been shown to have potent cancer-fighting properties. 2. Improves Heart Health Studies show that eating lime fruit could reduce severe heart disease risk factors and  may even help give your heart a boost . Limes have vitamin C in them, an important nutrient that may be prot...

The dry season is here again and as if the heat isn’t enough, the mutant flu virus is spreading and infecting everyone with cold and catarrh all around; making us all uncomfortable. If you have experienced cold and catarrh, you will know that there is only so much you can do to get over the I’ll essential. Rest and rehydrating from loss of fluids is the best way to recover. In all, there is a need for you to give your over laboured stomach and intestines a break, clear liquids give them the rest they need. Do your best to avoid liquids that are acidic (such as orange juice) or caffeinated (such as coffee), or anything that has a lot of carbonation. A number of drinks are best taken when you have cold and catarrh and eating immune-boosting foods will also significantly help you fight it off. To help you rehydrate faster when you’re down with cold and catarrh, here are some fluids that can help you get better faster. Water Water shouldn’t come as a surpri...

The overuse of salt can cause chemical imbalances that can lead to death. Salt is the major factor contributing to stroke and heart attacks in South Africa, claiming more lives each year than all forms of cancer combined. Here is a list of reasons why too much salt is bad for your health. 1. Cardiovascular disease Exceeding the recommended daily sodium intake contributes to a high risk of cardiovascular disease in adults. According to an article published in the The BMJ, high salt intake is associated with a significantly increased risk of stroke and cardiovascular disease. 2. Brain According to the Journal of Nutrition, Health and Aging, high dietary sodium intake has been linked to hypertension and cardiovascular disease (CVD). The study also reveals that a high dietary sodium intake may impair cognitive function in older people. 3. Oedema Swelling of the knees or feet and even your hands can be caused by oedema. An article published in Livestrong.com claims...

Zobo drink  is a popular drink in Africa andNigeria at large; its name is derived from the Hausa name of the Hibiscus plant “zoborodo”. This is a widely consumed drink across Nigeria and many make a living just by making and selling this drink; apart from the sweet taste and its popularity, zobo is a healthy drink with many health benefits. We will be looking at some of the health benefits of this amazing drink and I will also show you how to make yours in the comfort of your home. The reason I encourage people to make theirs is that you don’t how the ones you are buying are being prepared, you don’t know the type of water used and many other health factors to consider. Besides, food poisoning and typhoid can be gotten from all patronizing public foods. So the best way to be sure of what you are taking is to make it yourself. Below are some of the health benefits of Zobo It prevents high blood pressure Dried Hibiscus flower which is used in making this drink has anti-hyp...

Water is very essential foryour health and wellbeing. D rinking water at certain specific times of the day could be beneficial to you in ways you probably never even thought or imagined. Well, we are here to tell you that guzzling water at these five strategic times of the day will be help you maximise its benefits to you. 1. Before going to bed If you are fully hydrated before going to bed and sleeping, you lower the risk of stroke and heart attack. Dehydration elevates the risk factors for cardiovascular disease, specifically heart attack, and stroke. Drinking water during a meal isn’t all that good. Drink before and or after A heart attack occurs mostly in the morning because the blood is thicker caused by loss of water. This is a good reason to drink water at night to keep your body hydrated while you are sleeping. 2. When you wake up from bed If you sleep for 8 hours, that means you are also not drinking any fluids for 8 hours, and your body slowly become...

Kidney stones are a solid, crystal-like mineral material that forms within the kidney or urinary tract. Kidney stones are relatively common – occurring in one of every 20 people worldwide. Kidney stones form when there is a decrease in the amount of urine produced and/or an excess of stone-forming substances in the urine. Relating to the former,  dehydration is one of the leading causes of kidney stones. Kidney stones are notoriously very painful. When the stone moves around the ureter – the tube that connects the kidney and bladder – severe pain is often felt in the side and back, below the rib cage. The pain may then radiate to the lower abdomen and groin. Nearly every kidney stone is passed from the kidney through the ureter and bladder through the urethra. Consuming plenty of fluids facilitates the passage of kidney stones, though most people find it necessary to take some type of prescription medication for pain control. Other symptoms of kidney stones in...

With vitamin K, B vitamins, copper, potassium, vitamin C, and manganese, cucumbers can help you to avoid nutrient deficiencies. Cucumbers are useful for eating and external use also. Cucumbers are made up of 95 percent water, these makes them an ideal hydrating and cooling food, but they don’t serve this purpose alone. With vitamin K, B vitamins, copper, potassium, vitamin C, and manganese, cucumbers can help you to avoid nutrient deficiencies. Cucumbers also contain unique polyphenols and other compounds that may help reduce your risk of chronic diseases and much more. Health Benefits include. 1. REDUCE YOUR RISK OF CANCER Cucumbers contain polyphenols called lignans (pinoresinol, lariciresinol, and secoisolariciresinol), which may help to lower your risk of breast, uterine, ovarian, and prostate cancers. They also contain phytonutrients called cucurbitacins, which also have anti-cancer properties. 2. FIGHT INFLAMMATION Cucumbers may help to stop the inflammator...