Certain foods trigger menstrual pain whereas some foods are there to relieve you from the pain and the fatigue. Menstruation plays one of the most integral parts in every woman’s life. A woman usually experiences pain, fatigue, bloating, and cramps while going through menstruation. Hence it is very important to follow a healthy lifestyle and a balanced diet to reduce menstrual pain as it can severely impact mood and other bring other changes. Good nutrition ensures that a woman experiences periods with fewer cramps, irritability, and fatigue and can have smoother and easier period days. While our lifestyle plays an…
Author: Onyinyechi Nwanunobi
A healthy lifestyle is key to staying away from cardiovascular problems and reduces the risks of heart diseases to a large extent. The emergence and tremendous growth of heart diseases and the increased rate of deaths associated with them are evidence of a disturbed modern lifestyle and diet. Heart diseases are no more a thing for old people. Today people from almost every age group are dealing with heart problems. There are several risk factors which can cause heart diseases but the good part is certain risks can be changed and heart problems can be prevented. Risk factors which cannot…
If you are fond of having your cup of tea or coffee very hot, there may be some reason for you to worry. A recent study, available on PubMed, has found a link between the drinking of hot beverages like hot water, tea, and coffee and the risk of oesophagal cancer. Alcohol had earned a bad reputation for a long time for sending fat levels and blood pressure levels spiralling and increasing the risk of deadly diseases. However, as it turns out, even tea and coffee are linked with a risk of oesophagal cancer in people. The findings The oesophagus…
Research shows that keeping your phone close at night can be dangerous. How far should it be? Sleeping next to your phone is a great way to be sure you’ll never miss a call, text, or email. However, you may want to keep it away because of the danger it poses. If your cell phone is near your head, under the pillow, or on the nightstand, you might want to find another place to keep it during the night. The closer your phone is to you at night, the more negative effect it has on your health. You might be…
The Gregorian calendar used across the globe is believed to be the most extensively relied on civil calendar. Several countries whether Christian or not, all over the world have adopted this civil calendar regardless of its strong association with the Catholic Church. However, there are countries which have their own calendars for civil reasons. These countries rely on a completely different calendar either alongside the Gregorian one or in entirety; countries like North Korea, Taiwan, Japan and Thailand have civil calendars that are a modification of the Gregorian calendar. They use the North Korean Calendar, the Minguo calendar, the Japanese…
A continent is a large landmass on earth. There are seven continents: Africa, Antarctica, Asia, Europe, North America, Australia and South America. Each continent has its unique features and cultures. Africa Africa is known for its diverse cultures and people, as well as its wildlife and natural beauty. The continent is home to many different ethnic groups and languages and is famous for its music, dance, and art. Some popular African foods include couscous, plantains, and stews made with meat and vegetables. It is a continent that offers a range of tourist destinations from wildlife safari to the ancient pyramids.…
Over the years lots of paintings have gained popularity because of how captivating they are. There are some of them that are not just attracting attention just because they are captivating, but because they actually have hidden meanings or some unsolved mysteries. Here are five famous paintings that are in this category: 1) The Creation of Adam – Michelangelo At first glance, The Creation of Adam by Mechelangelo depicts the moment when God created human life, as described in the Book of Genesis in the Bible. There is however, another meaning attached. It is said that the shape of the drapery and…
The cultural ethos of the Yoruba people conceptualised and crystalised in the single word ‘Omoluabi’ is arguably inspired by one of the first gods in the pantheon, Obatala. The gods in Yoruba mythology are distinctly archetypal. However, a curious look at their delineations will reveal peculiarities steeped in ideals-Obatala is a pacifist. Obatala is an important deity or Orisha in the Yoruba religion. He is worshipped in many parts of southwestern Nigeria, West Africa and the Caribbean.Obatala has a lot of appeal. He is among the first set of Orisha that descended from heaven; he was present at the dawn…
Take care of yourself before taking care of everyone else. Here are some tips to get you started. Most times we have plans, debts, and budgets lined up for salary weeks before payday. By the time the money comes, we are ready to clear our financial schedule. Within a week, or even days, we are back to waiting for the next payday with new plans. But sometimes we just need a pause before breaking out in spending. It can help us spend wisely, with a clear head, and make changes where necessary. There are activities you can try during salary week…
Africa is one continent with a rich culture. Africa is the second-largest continent in the world, both in population and land mass. In addition, Africa is one of the most diverse places in the world. This continent has over 2000 languages spoken by millions of people. Here are the top five African countries with the most number of languages spoken according to Statista: 1) Nigeria – 520 languages With the diverse culture in Nigeria, it is no surprise that this country tops the list. Nigeria has 520 different languages making it one of the most linguistically diverse countries in the…
Being broke doesn’t have to be a painful experience. But these habits can make it hell. Being broke can be a minor inconvenience or an extended period of financial struggles. Whatever brokeness means to you, the situation can be made worse by continuing these habits. Here are five habits to avoid when in financial struggles. Sticking to high standards Relaxing your standards to get through financial struggles can help you cope mentally and emotionally. Rather than seeing it as a loss, look at it as a win for your health. When you stick to high standards you also risk compromising…
This is how we imagine people waiting for feedback from the electoral body over the 2023 elections. The presidential and senatorial elections took place this Saturday, ever since everyone has been on their toes waiting for the outcome. These are the types of people are waiting and monitoring the elections. 1. Those who are doing everything else but following the news This category of people cannot be bothered about the outcome of the election, they are watching football matches, eating, and just having a good time. 2. Those who are extremely nervous watching and tracking These people keep tracking the…