Eating good fruit is the first step on the path to beautiful skin. Skin care products can only externally repair your skin. Important vitamins and minerals need to be a part of your diet if you want to glow. Consuming vitamin-rich fruits is the simplest way to great skin Fruits are a great source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that can maintain the health of your skin cells and the incredible water content is also good for the skin. Avocados Avocados are a good source of fibre, vitamins E, A, C, K, B6, niacin, folate, and pantothenic. They have It…
Author: Onyinyechi Nwanunobi
The food you eat can prolong your life. When it comes to ageing, food is such an important part of the process of getting older. The food you eat affects your health and the chances of getting diseases. Here are some meals that make you live a long and healthy life. 1. Beans The fibre in beans aids digestion and helps reduce the risk of diabetes, heart disease, and obesity. A diet rich in fibre would have you lose weight since it prolongs your feeling of fullness. 2. Vegetables Vitamin K, found in dark, leafy greens, supports healthy bones. Vitamin…
If you have ever attended a Hausa or Fulani wedding, you must have noticed certain designs on the bride’s body – her henna. Henna is made from the leaves of the henna plant (Lawsonia inermis), the henna dye is used to create beautiful and temporary designs on the skin, particularly on the hands and feet, as a form of body art. The use of henna for body art has been practised for thousands of years in various cultures around the world. The practice was introduced to northern Nigeria as early as the period of the Roman empire and since then,…
Watermelon is not just about water content. It is also a fruit that is abundant in antioxidants, multivitamins, and minerals, making it incredibly beneficial for your health. Aside from its benefits especially during days when the sun is producing scorching heat, you can use it to make DIY face masks to calm your skin. If you are looking for home remedies to combat acne, you can try watermelon. Here’s how to use watermelon to achieve glowing skin: Watermelon juice The nutritious summer fruit can be used to soothe and calm the skin. Simply applying watermelon juice to your face with…
Coconut malai is a rich and creamy substance that is extracted from a mature coconut. Coconut malai, the luscious cream extracted from mature coconuts, is packed with nutrients that can moisturize, nourish and protect your skin. As delicious as the coconut malai found at the bottom of your coconut is, it is beneficial to your health. This natural ingredient has been used for centuries in traditional medicine, as well as in skincare products. Here are some benefits of coconut malai for the skin: Benefits of coconut malai for the skin: Treats skin infections Coconut malai has antimicrobial properties that can…
Regardless of the type of holiday, getting back on track can be challenging and overwhelming. The long holiday is over and it’s time to go back to work. If you find yourself feeling depressed, anxious and overwhelmed after coming back home, then you’re probably experiencing ‘post-holiday blues’. It is always a good idea to have a plan to avoid the overwhelming feeling of stress when returning from holidays. Here are some efficient tips to get back to work with recharged self: Make a to-do list Ease your way back to work by making a priority list on your return. Instead…
Garlic has a long history of purpose in conventional medication and is known for its numerous health benefits. Garlic is believed to have the power in preventing cancer, it is for a fact that recent studies have proven it to fight certain types of cancer And even though research is a continuous process, most studies have found out that consuming garlic may be associated with a reduced risk of certain types of cancer, including stomach, colon, prostate, and breast cancer. The fibre in garlic helps to avoid the spread of tumours amidst many usefulness which will be discussed here. In…
The resurrection of Jesus Christ is a matter of faith and belief, and historical evidence for it may not be available or may be subject to different interpretations. However, several places are associated with the events of Jesus’ death, burial, and resurrection, which are considered significant by many Christians. Here are five examples: The Church of the Holy Sepulchre: This is a church in the Old City of Jerusalem that is believed to contain the sites of Jesus’ crucifixion, burial and resurrection. The church has been a major pilgrimage destination for Christians since the 4th century Anno Domini (AD). The…
In recent years, sustainable fashion has become increasingly popular as consumers become more aware of the environmental and social impacts of the fashion industry. Sustainable fashion is an approach to fashion that aims to reduce the environmental impacts of clothing and textile production, while also promoting social responsibility. From sustainable materials and production processes to ethical labor practices and marketing, sustainable fashion is an evolving movement that is transforming the fashion industry. At its core, sustainable fashion is about creating fashion with respect for the environment and people. This means using materials and production processes that are sustainable, meaning they use resources sparingly and cause no harm to the environment. Common sustainable materials used in fashion include organic cotton, linen, hemp, bamboo, Tencel, and recycled polyester. These materials are often made with fewer chemicals and pollutants than conventional materials and are more durable, allowing them to last longer and maintain their quality. In addition to using sustainable materials, sustainable fashion also involves production processes that minimize environmental and social impact. This includes reducing water and energy consumption, promoting zero–waste production, and ensuring fair labor practices. By reducing the environmental and social costs of production, sustainable fashion companies are able to create clothing and accessories with a smaller carbon footprint and improved worker rights. Finally, sustainable fashion is about promoting ethical and responsible consumption. This means promoting awareness of the impacts of clothing production and encouraging consumers to purchase items that are made from sustainable materials and produced responsibly. Sustainable fashion companies also often use sustainable packaging, such as biodegradable and recyclable materials, and promote repair and reuse of clothing and accessories. Overall, sustainable fashion is an important part of the fashion industry, and an important step towards a more sustainable future. By encouraging companies to use sustainable materials and production processes, promoting ethical and responsible consumption, and raising awareness of the impacts of fashion production, sustainable fashion is helping to create a more sustainable and humane fashion industry.
Do you have a shirt dress in your wardrobe and don’t know how to style it? No worries! We’ve got you covered. With a few simple steps, you can take your shirt dress from boring to amazing in no time. Here are some tips on how to make your shirt dress look fabulous: Start with a classic look: A form-fitting shirt dress in a bold colour is always a classic look that you can easily dress up or down. Get creative with the way you accessorise it by adding a statement necklace or a classic belt. Accessorise, accessorise, accessorise! Belts,…
What you eat on a particularly hot day can determine how you feel but the choices are not always obvious. On overage, the human body can obtain 20 per cent of the water it needs from the food we eat during the day. The food we eat can also make our body temperature rise or drop depending on the food. Some common foods can make dehydration worse or ramp up the body temperature when we expect the opposite. So not all food is okay to eat all the time but especially on hot days avoid these foods. Ice cream Ice…
A support system is great for helping us through tough times or experiences. But sometimes it is better to want that support system rather than need it. Here are some ideas on how to overcome hard things on your own. The support of a friend, family member or stranger can give us great mileage in getting things done for ourselves. And sometimes, the knowledge that you have a support system can give you the courage and confidence to get through certain situations. You may do it for yourself or for “them” but the final results are what matters. This is…