Healthy Living: THE FRAGRANCE LEAF CALLED BAY LEAFHave youever he...

Healthy Living:  THE FRAGRANCE LEAF CALLED BAY LEAFHave youever he...:   THE FRAGRANCE LEAF CALLED BAY LEAF Have you ever heard of Bay Leaf and its importance to health? Bay leaves are available either fresh...

 

THE FRAGRANCE LEAF CALLED BAY LEAF

Have you ever heard of Bay Leaf and its importance to health?

Bay leaves are available either fresh or dried and can be grounded into a powder form.  It is used a seasoning for soup, stew, jollof rice and fried rice, they are used throughout the world and are safe to cook with.

POWER OF BAY LEAVES TO HEALTH:

(i)          Bay leaves can be used to treat Kidney problem, adding bay leaves to your spices can reduce kidney problems;

(ii)         It regulates menstrual cycles:

(iii)        It can also aid in healing wounds and sores;

(iv)       It stabilizes blood sugar level;

(v)        It is also good for dandruff and hair loss;  

(vi)       It boosts immune system;

(vii)     It also reduces Head Lice;

(viii)    It can as well prevent the spread of cancer cells;

(ix)       Bay leaves is also a pain killer;

(x)        It reduces fever.

The whole bay leaf is generally not consumed directly but is added in curries and simmered for its flavor.

Bay leaves should not be consumed whole. The leaf remains intact and cannot be digested. It may become lodged in the throat or cause damage to the intestinal tract.

These are some of the health benefits of adding bay leaves as ingredient in your home, try it and you will enjoy the aroma.

 

 

CLOVES AND YOUR HEALTH

Cloves are known as aromatic and a sweet spice and can also be used in traditional medicine. The water is an excellent source of healthy vitamins and minerals that can promote health and immunity especially during the raining season.  It has some health benefits for Men and Women.  Some of these are:

It protects the liver:  The level of antioxidants present in cloves protects and improves the health of your liver.

It reduces cancer:  It contains enough antioxidants that invigorate the body and effectively fights against the growth of cancer cells.

It aids the growth of hair:  Clove oil helps to prevent hair fall and hair loss. The hair fall will stop at a remarkable rate. It also has the power to boost hair growth on your scalp.

It freshens the breathe:  Chewing   cloves to avoid the foul smell from the mouth and freshens the breathe wherever you desire.

It is excellent for the Stomach:  Eating clove improves the digestion system.  Clove helps to improve the functioning of gastrointestinal track thus it has an amazing effect on diarrhea and bloat stomach.

It helps to ease muscle pain:  Clove oil can be used to work on the muscles. It helps with inflammation from arthritis and muscle aches. Using clove oil helps to get rid of stress.

It Increases testosterone level in Men: Taking reasonable quantity of cloves has shown to boost testosterone levels in men.

It eases pain during toothache:   It has ability to ease pain experience during toothache by chewing a little quantity before visiting a Dentist.

 

It clears and cleans the throat and lungs:  Clove reduces the growth of harmful bacteria in the throat and lungs thus reduces the chances of contracting cough, cold, flu and other chronic respiratory circumstances.

 

It  strengthens the immune system: Taking clove increases the number of white blood cells in the body which strengthens the immune system thus reduces the spread of harmful virus in the body that are responsible for causing discomfort to the natural functioning of the system.

 

Spices used to be worth their weight in gold are known as cloves.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NUTRITIONAL FACTS ABOUT WATER MELON

Watermelon is a sweet and refreshing low calorie fruit. It provides hydration and  essential nutrients such as vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants to the body. Watermelon has more of this nutrient than any other fruit. It is a delicious and refreshing fruit that’s also good for health.

Here are some nutritional facts about the amazing fruit called WATER MELON:

 

1.     Helps lower blood pressure and improve circulation:

A natural substance in watermelon has shown to improve artery function and lower blood pressure by helping blood vessels relax, which opens up blood flow circulation and improve performance during endurance exercise.

2.     Leads to healthy weight management:

Watermelon eaters tend to lose weight, reduced their waist-to-hip ratios and blood pressure levels and improved their antioxidant status.

3    3.    Reduces blood pressure:

Watermelon extract reduces blood pressure in and around the ankles of middle-aged people with obesity and hypertension. Two of the antioxidants in watermelon improve the function of the arteries.

4. Aids Digestion and Regularity:

Watermelon has high water content and provides some fiber which helps promote a healthy gut by preventing constipation and promote regularity of bowel movements.

5. Reduces Muscle Soreness:

Watermelon juice reduces muscle soreness and improves recovery time following exercise in athletes. Those who consumed watermelon drink reported less muscle soreness after the race.

.    6.Promotes Healthy Skin:

 

Watermelon contains vitamin C, which the body needs to produce collagen that is essential for cell structure / immune function and also promotes wound healing, healthy skin and reduce the risk of age-related damage.

7. Improve Heart Health:

Heart disease is the number one cause of death worldwide. Several nutrients in watermelon have specific benefits for heart health.

Watermelon has high water content which makes it hydrating and helps you feel full when consumed. The nutrients in watermelon aren’t only tasty low-calorie treat — but also very good for your health.

“Take advantage of the availability of this amazing fruit now”

 

 

Healthy Living: HOT WEATHER AND YOUR HEALTH

Healthy Living: HOT WEATHER AND YOUR HEALTH: HOT WEATHER AND YOUR HEALTH Extreme heat can damage your health seriously thus you need to go extra mile during this hot weather...

HOT WEATHER AND YOUR HEALTH

HOT WEATHER AND YOUR HEALTH

Extreme heat can damage your health seriously thus you need to go extra mile during this hot weather season to take good care of your health and that of your loved ones. When temperatures stay really high day after day, it can sometimes be fatal to your health.  Therefore, taking extreme care of your health is of utmost importance.

It is good to enjoy the hot weather but be sensible while doing so. Learning how to keep calm and cool during long periods of hot weather can help save a lot of lives.

There are so many risks attached to heat wave such as: 

• Dehydration (not having enough water);
• Overheating can make symptoms worse for people who already have problems with their heart or breathing;
• Heat exhaustion;
   
• Heatstroke. Can make people very ill and can sometimes be fatal and
• Catarrh and cough

The heat wave can affect anybody, but some are at a greater risk than others, such people include:

• Older people.
  
• Babies and young children.
• People with serious mental health problems.
• People on certain medication.
• People with a serious chronic condition, particularly breathing or heart problems.
• People who already have a high temperature from an infection.
• People who misuse alcohol or take illicit drugs.
• People with mobility problems.
• People who are physically active, like manual workers and sportsmen and women.

In order to continue living a healthy live during and after heat waves, you need to do some of these things to protect yourself and your loved ones:

• Drink more water than usual and don’t wait until you are thirsty. Talk to your doctor first if you are on water pills;
• Avoid alcohol and sugary drinks;
• Take a cool shower or bath often;
• Use air conditioning or a fan;
• Don’t use a fan to blow extremely hot air on yourself, use it to create cross-ventilation;
• Wear lightweight and loose clothing;
• Avoid using your stove or oven;
• Limit your outdoor activity to morning and evening hours;
• Rest often in shady areas;
• Wear a hat if possible or cover your head;
• Use sunscreen to protect your eyes;
• Consider packing a couple extra bottles of water, these could be used for you and your family or anyone you see that looks like they could use a cool drink of water.

How to Take care of others

• Visit or telephone elderly friends, neighbours and relatives regularly;
• Check that they have water in the fridge;
• Encourage them to drink a lot of fluid;
• Help them to find the coolest room in the house;
• Consider taking them to a cool place (e.g. shopping centre, library or cinema).
• Take particular care to keep children cool and get them to drink lots of water;
• Never leave babies, children or animals alone in a car even if the air-conditioner is on.

HEALTH THEY SAY IS WEALTH;