Would you consider yourself fat? As in do you have very little muscle in your body? Would you like to change that? Often people have joined the gym to try and tone up but gave…
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#Helpachildreach5: How you can save lives through hand washing
Unilever’s health soap brand Lifebuoy has launched a social media campaign aimed at raising awareness on the importance of hand washing with soap to reduce child mortality rates in the country. A run-up to the…
Did you know you could die from excessive snoring?
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) affects millions of people worldwide. What may seem like only snoring and a minor social annoyance, research shows that excessive snoring can be hazardous to your health. People who suffer from…
Expressing gratitude makes you feel happier: study
Who would have thought a simple action such as expressing your gratitude could have such a profound effect on the level of happiness in our lives? In a social experiment, scientists discovered that expressing your…
Want to look your age or younger for longer? Avoid these foods…
It has been said time and again that “If it tastes too good it’s probably not good for your health” and now apparently even your looks are affected. Some foods we eat can help accelerate…
What those lemons can do for you…
Ancient Egyptians believed that the lemon was an effective protection against poisons. Lemons have quite a number of uses in the home but aside from that they have quite a number of properties that offer…
Colonoscopies could reduce cancer risk by 40 percent
A colonoscopy every 10 years could prevent 40 percent of colorectal cancers, according to a massive US study, supporting the effectiveness of the commonly-used test. Those with family history of these types of cancer —…
Study: healthy lifestyle helps the body’s cells fight ageing
In a small but unprecedented study, scientists on Tuesday said they had proof that a healthy lifestyle helps the body’s cells fight ageing. The strategy is structured around a whole-food, plant-based diet, moderate daily exercise,…
Michelle Obama: urges “one extra glass of water daily” will change lives
US first lady Michelle Obama, who has for years been suggesting “Let’s Move,” Wednesday added a new directive in her campaign against obesity: “Drink up.” The president’s wife called on Americans to drink at least…
Here are 6 very good reasons why flossing is so important
Most people think that oral health means just brushing your teeth once a day. How wrong they all are. People often forget that poor oral hygiene can lead to other health issues. Oral health is…