Fresh from the market is not always the best when it comes to these foods. When frozen, they retain their freshness and nutrients without losing their flavor. It also saves time and money in ordering take-out. The fridge or freezer can be a cold dark place of “unhealthy” foods if you don’t know how to fill it with healthy foods and snacks. Know what items need to go in the freezer or what to buy frozen with Laura Burak’s nutrition expertise. “Frozen items are one of the best ways to never say ‘what’s for dinner?’ again. Stocking up with lots…
Author: Onyinyechi Nwanunobi
Being organised boosts long-term planning and motivates daily action. Good organisation is essential to handle life’s various events. It is important for building and maintaining healthy habits. It improves mental and emotional stability as well as physical health and productivity. Becoming an organised person is often an emotional action rather than a physical one. This is why it can be challenging at first. It may come as a surprise, but people tend to resist good change and things that are good for them. This is normal but requires you to set up basic fundamental things to support you to get…
There are many opportunities in each day to be happy. Daily happiness is possible with the support of a few personal tips which are within each person’s reach. The best part is that one happiness habit is enough to give the level of happiness of ten. You don’t have to use all of them. You can find one that resonates with you and that will make all the difference. Don’t miss out on these 5 common ways to naturally boost Serotonin “the positive energy” hormone. 1. Positive evenings When you get home from work, talk about the best thing that has…
You can create a personal self-care spa day in the comfort of your home with this simple checklist. Part of the appeal of a spa and sauna is that you don’t have to do all the work. Surrendering to the masseuse or masseur and other spa personnel is welcome after a period of stress, tension, and skin build-up. This is something we can all use in this day and age. The best part is it is possible to have a spa day at home with a few products and kits. Your face, hair, feet, hands, and mind will thank you…
Your body will resist weight loss so you have to rely on yourself to maintain the lifestyle and behavioural changes to get results. Weight management is a personal choice for a healthy life. The body, on the other hand, will fight against the necessary changes. Especially extreme weight loss. This is why 90 percent of people who lose weight gain it back according to Northwestern Medicine. Sustainable weight management is possible through understanding how your body responds to weight loss. This will help you set realistic expectations on your weight loss journey. Here’s what you may not know about weight loss and the…
Honey is a natural sweetener that can be beneficial for weight loss. Here’s how: Honey is highly enriched with Vitamins and Minerals. Raw organic honey’s living nutrients boost the body’s capacity to burn fat by accelerating metabolism. To burn more calories, consume honey first thing in the morning and just before bed. Important compounds in honey help in weight loss by limiting appetite. Therefore, honey is the finest food to lose weight. You can put a spoonful of honey in your glass of water or your cup of green tea. With its many health benefits, honey is an excellent alternative…
Delay in menstruation without pregnancy is possible, but the causes or reasons might not bring you happy news. Every woman’s menstrual cycle is different, on average, women get periods every 28 days. This cycle can be either longer or shorter. irregular or shorter period cycles are a few period issues, missed period is also a very common problem. But a missed period isn’t always a sign of pregnancy. Missing a menstrual cycle occasionally is fine, but if it continues to be missed for several months, there may be a problem. While most of you may think it is because of…
What you eat has a significant impact on your body and health. Very few people, however, know that what you consume also affects your energy level, mood, and memory. A healthy well-balanced diet can do wonders for your brain health. Eating healthy foods encourages good blood flow to the brain. Essentials like antioxidants, omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins and minerals support your brain health. Hence, it is extremely important to add foods to your diet that can boost your brain function. Here are some foods that are great for improving your brain health: Egg yolk One simply can’t miss out on…
If you’re looking for a way to make some extra money, or if you have an older adult in your life who needs home care, you might consider becoming a caregiver. But what does it take to become a caregiver, and is this career path right for you? Why Become a Caregiver? These are some of the main reasons people become caregivers: Practical necessity. Some people choose to become caregivers not because they’re looking for a new career, but because they feel practically required to become a caregiver due to a family member’s illness. If you have a parent who…
Following Chidi Mokeme’s remarkable comeback, we take a look at five faces that frequently graced our screens back in the 90s and early 2000s. Every now and again, we crave for the good ole days of Nollywood when certain esteemed and gifted actors had us spellbound with their talent. While some have stayed totally off screen to pursue other paths, others occasionally make special appearances Millennials gather round, this is for you. Sorry, Gen Zs. 1) Saint Obi Saint Obi was known for his great roles in Nollywood action films in the 90s and early 2000s. He started his career…
No matter what has happened to you in the past, no matter what state you’re in at any given moment, you have the power to turn your life around and pursue your goals and dreams by adopting an empowering attitude and taking the actions necessary to move forward. Nothing bad ever happens without equal or greater benefit in return. Pain comes to teach us if we become frustrated, we’ve lost the lesson. We can then turn those lessons to blessings by teaching others and helping them in any capacity that we can. We can do this y changing our mindset…
Ever since the enforcement of the Central Bank of Nigeria’s policy of integrating new notes, automated teller machines (ATMs) have been flooded with people trying to withdraw money. The last time I saw that many people at the ATM I was at the university, and since then, portable point of sale (POS) machines have been everywhere. Almost everyone has discarded bank ATMs, and go POS machines to withdraw. But with the new policy, everyone is rushing to back banks to get new notes and POS operators are charging exorbitantly. Here is how people act when they want to withdraw at…