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Mango as a fruit has alot of benefits and here are some of the health benefit of Mango.             *It helps in fighting cancer.                          Mangoes contain antioxidants such as quercetin, fisetin, isoquercitrin, astragalin, gallic acid and methyl gallate. All these properties protect our body against breast cancer, colon cancer, prostate cancer and leukaemia.  Helps in maintaining cholesterol level Mangoes contain high level of vitamin C, fibre and pectin making it a perfect fruit that helps in controlling high cholesterol level.  It helps in cleansing skin Another benefit of eating mangoes is that it cleanses your skin from deep inside your body. It treats pores and gives a glow to your skin. Hence, eat mangoes to get a flawless skin.  Helps in regulating diabetes Eating mango leaves are great to regulate diabetes. So, people sufferi...

      Cashew Apple is a tropical fruit grown mostly in the eastern part of Nigeria and other tropical regions of the world – India, Sri Lanka, Kenya, Tanzania and Brazil which is regarded as a major global source of cashew nuts. The skin is as thin as that of tomato and it doesn’t have a long shelf life, hence it spoils so easily and that is why it is sold quickly after harvest. Its taste is quite acidic, astringent and leaves a dry feeling from the mouth down to the throat. Nutritional Content From the nutrient analysis, the major nutrient obtained in the cashew fruit is Vitamin C which is a necessary cofactor in the formation of the amino acid L-carnitine – is a required part of the fat-burning process. It also packed with tannins that impart an acrid taste. Benefits of eating the cashew apple/fruit Nutritionists recommend consumption of cashew apple, in the form of juice or the whole fruit, for the following reasons: Contains Vitamin C five times as m...

Exercise is a daily activities involves in to make the body fit.Below are some of the benefits.                                                                   1. Exercise controls weight Exercise can help prevent excess weight gain or help maintain weight loss. When you engage in physical activity, you burn calories. The more intense the activity, the more calories you burn. Regular trips to the gym are great, but don't worry if you can't find a large chunk of time to exercise every day. To reap the benefits of exercise, just get more active throughout your day — take the stairs instead of the elevator or rev up your household chores. Consistency is key. 2. Exercise combats health conditions and diseases Worried about heart disease? Hoping to prevent high blood pressure? No matter what your current weight, b...

     What is Shea Butter? It is a skin superfood that comes from the seeds of the fruit of the Shea (Karite) tree found in West-African countries including Nigeria, Ghana and Burkina-Faso. Shea butter is naturally rich in vitamins A, E and F. It offers UV protection (it is SPF ~6) and provides the skin with essential fatty acids and the nutrients necessary for collagen production. It has been used over the centuries for both clinical and beauty purposes, no wonder Queen Nefertiti of ancient Egypt acknowledged Shea butter as the secret of her beauty. You can embrace shea butter into your regular skin care routine and watch the wonders behind it. Here are the benefits of Shea butter below. 1. Anti-Aging The vitamins A and E found in this butter keep the skin supple, nourished, and radiant. If used regularly, it reduces wrinkles and also prevents premature wrinkles and facial lines. Its anti-aging properties can also be attributed to its ability to increase circul...

      Groundnuts, also known as "peanuts", are considered a very healthy snack. Although small in size it plays a vital nutritional role and contains amazing health benefits. 1. Helps Promote Fertility-Peanuts contain a good amount of folate. Repeated studies have shown that women who had a daily intake of 400 micrograms of folic acid before and during early pregnancy reduced their risk of having a baby born with a serious neural tube defect by up to 70%. 2. Helps Fight Depression (Tryptophan) Peanuts are good sources of tryptophan, an essential amino acid which is important for the production of serotonin, one of the key brain chemicals involved in mood regulation. When depression occurs, a decreased amount of serotonin may be released from the nerve cells in the brain. Tryptophan may raise serotonin’s antidepressant effects when there is an increased amount of serotonin in the blood. 3. It’s a natural man power food; it’s amazing to know that groundnut can actually i...

    Guava leaves are just as medicinally useful as the nutritional powerhouse fruit they grow with. The leaves of the guava tree are full of antioxidants, anti-inflammatory agents, antibacterials, and even tannins that can have significant health benefits, from treating stomach troubles to chronic diseases like cancer.    Just like the popular tropical fruit can be made into beverages, jams, and other foods, its leaves can too. They can be brewed to make a tea, for example, which releases beneficial substances like vitamin C and flavonoids like quercetin. Scientific studies have documented the healthful qualities of the superfruit’s leaves, and you can see what they’ve found for a variety of conditions below: Diarrhea Drinking guava leaf tea, taking its extract as a capsule, or adding a few drops of the essential oil to a cup of warm water can help loosen the bowels to treat diarrhea. In a 2008 study published in the Journal of Smooth Muscle Research, researchers...

    Have you ever suffered from mosquito bite or high blood sugar? Maybe you often have a toothache or a headache. Despite the fact that these health problems are not connected directly, all of them can be healed by using bitter or scent leaves. Scent leaf and bitter leaf are known for their distinctive smell and bright color. But most importantly, they are very good for your health. Keep reading and we will tell you what are the benefits of bitter leaf and scent leaf.      Both scent and bitter leaves are enriched with great medical benefits. Scent leaf is a very interesting plant, which is known for its unusual color and greatly valued for nutritional and medicinal benefits by Nigerians. Bitter leaf is full of vitamins, proteins, and minerals. In addition, not only can the leaves be used for medical purposes but the stems, flowers, and seeds of plants can be used as well.    Scent leaves have a very distinctive smell and taste. At first sight, it m...

    Black Cohosh: Help for Hot Flashes? Black cohosh is one of the most well studied supplements for menopause. It’s made from the root of the North American black cohosh plant. Several studies have found it helps — especially with hot flashes — when compared to placebo (a fake treatment). But other studies haven’t found a benefit. One warning: Don’t use it if you have liver problems. Flaxseed: Easing Night Sweats Flaxseed and flaxseed oil may help some women with mild menopause symptoms. It’s a good source of lignans, which tend to balance female hormones. Not all studies have shown these benefits in relieving hot flashes, though. Calcium: Preventing Bone Loss Bone loss can become a serious problem once hormone levels drop after menopause. It’s crucial to get enough calcium. Women under 51 need 1,000 milligrams of calcium a day. Women 51 and older need 1,200 milligrams a day. Tip: It’s best to get your calcium from food. If you need supplements to fill the gap, take sma...

    T he  brain  is one of the most complex organs of the body. It determines who you are and how you navigate through the world. Its maintenance and care don’t have to be complicated. One of the best ways to maintain the  brain  and boost its capacity is via food. Here are some tips... Always stay hydrated The largest component of your body is water, so you need to drink enough clean water to keep your body and  brain  hydrated. Thus, daily hydration will not only help you think better but can also serve as prevention against the disorder related to lack of attention in children and adults. Never skip breakfast Having breakfast in the morning goes a long way in determining how your  brain  will work throughout the day. When you miss breakfast, you are setting yourself up for weight gain because you tend to eat more during the day. Consume quality fats Approximately 60 percent of the  brain  matter consists of fats...

   Eating healthy food, getting the important dose of vitamins, drinking fresh water, avoiding all different risk factors, exercising, relaxing, and changing the everyday schedule to healthy and emotionally friendly will definitely help a woman to enhance her fertility. Homeopathic and herbal treatments are used across the globe to help millions of women to combat infertility.           Some women start dancing and others relax by swimming. Some women choose pleasant activities, and others find out about bitter leaf juice and drink it to improve their immune and productive systems. The bitter leaf turned into a drink is strongly believed to have a positive effect on fertility. There are many natural methods of getting pregnant. Taking bitter leaf in juices is one of them. This nutrient works awesome for the reproductive system for many people. It has the magical boost effect for many couples. Of course, it doesn’t guarantee anything but definitely wo...

    Exfoliation is the key to soft, glowing skin and you’ll need a good facial scrub to achieve great results. Here’s the good news: You don’t have to break the bank to get a good scrub, all you need to do is get into your kitchen and whip up a nice mix for your face. Natural scrubs are great because they’re budget-friendly and because you know exactly what you’re putting on your face. Also, nature has some of the best beauty treatments in the world. Trust us on this one, you’ll be amazed at the results. Sugar and coconut oil This is one of the easiest and cheapest ways to get a spa-treatment at home. Sugar is not just yummy when you eat it, it also works wonders. Both brown sugar and white sugar work just fine. You can also use olive oil for this scrub if you don’t have coconut oil. Mix two spoonfuls of oil with 4 spoons of sugar and Voila! you have yourself a magic scrub for glowing skin. Olive Oil and Coffee    This scrub works especially for those who want b...

   Although coconut oil is very high in saturated fat and it is one of the most famous organic products in the world it is also known to be a very effective and proven skin beautifier. Coconut oil has a lot of benefits especially for the women folk. Despite its being known to contain properties that feed and moisturize the skin, coconut oil is arguably the best skin softener that helps deal with dry and hard skin conditions. A lot of the products that the natural hair folk use is coconut oil based for moisturizing and softening the natural hair. To find out some other shocking benefits of coconut oil, read on. Hair Care   Like i had earlier indicated, the reason for shinny, moisturized and long hair is coconut oil. The thick oil helps the growth of healthy and shinny hair. The main reason why a lot of shampoo and conditioning product have coconut oil as the base is because it is highly effective in reducing hair protein loss. You must be thinking of using it right now f...

    When it comes to menstrual cycles, there’s a wide range of “normal.” But your period shouldn’t be a problem for you month after month. If it’s so heavy or unpredictable that it keeps you from doing some activities or makes you miss work or school, you may have a medical condition that should be treated.    Doctors check these things when diagnosing abnormal uterine bleeding: How often you get your period: Your period should be fairly regular — the length of each cycle usually shouldn’t change by more than a week. And if it’s shorter than 3 weeks or longer than 5, that could be a sign of a problem. How long it lasts: A typical period lasts 4 or 5 days. If yours is often less than 2 days or longer than a week, that could mean something’s wrong. How heavy it is: Most women only lose about 2 tablespoons of blood each period. More than 5 tablespoons is thought to be unusually heavy, but that’s hard to judge. Let your doctor know if you need more than one tampon or...

    A lot of us pay little attention to our mouth asides brushing early in the morning and visiting the dentist when we have serious toothache. A few of us however floss and brush our teeth till our gums begin to bleed and we spit a couple drops of blood into the sink. The thing however is that bleeding from the gums is not a sign that you properly brushed your teeth but an indication that you may have gum disease such as gingivitis, or inflammation of the gums. This condition usually results from a buildup of bacteria and plaque on your teeth. It is best to do all you can to prevent gum disease as it can wreck havoc to your oral health including tooth loss and severe cases heart disease.    Furthermore, brushing your teeth aggressively is not the only trigger of bleeding gums as a couple of other conditions can cause you to spit out blood after brushing. Here are 5 conditions that can cause bleeding gums and the right time to visit your dentist. Hormonal Imbalan...