Ten BAD habits that damages your BRAIN

The human brain is an organ that controls the functions of the body, interprets information from the outside environment and contains the mind and soul. It is therefore paramount that we take care of this important organ whose breakdown is irreplaceable.

Below are ten common habits that damages the brain if not stopped early.

Lupus can be prevented with Omega-3

Lupus, a deadly autoimmune disease, which have been discovered in popular celebrity like Nick Canon and killed one of the Oshadipe twins can now be prevented.

Flavonoids: A natural cure for stomach Ulcer.

Eating fruits and vegetables have been encouraged as a way of treating stomach ulcers naturally and even prevent a recurrence. 

Not just any fruit or vegetables but those that are rich in Flavonoids. Examples of those are;

• grapes
• kale
• broccoli
• apples
• berries
• onions
• tomatoes
• strawberries

Flavonoids are compounds found in this group of food that are 'gastroprotective' i.e. they help to protect the lining of the stomach, thereby promoting healing or protect it from attack. 

Flavonoids also have other benefits like they are strong antioxidants and reduce the risk of developing cardiovascular diseases.

Note: Citrus fruits also contain flavonoids but they can also irritate the stomach lining.

8 Natural ways to lower your High Blood pressure!

High blood pressure is defined as blood pressure higher than 140 over 90 mmHg (millimeters of mercury). 1 in every 3 adults are having this condition. Hypertension, as it is also called, is a silent killer. The earlier you start managing it, the better.

Here are 8 natural ways to combat this problem;

Ewedu; Cleopatra's beauty SECRET ingredient

Ewedu (corchorus olitorius) is a common soup amongst the Yorubas in Nigeria, it is also a dish among the Hausa-speaking communities of the northern Nigeria, where it is called Lallo or Turgunuwa. The use of this leaf as soup is not only bound to Nigeria but it is also consumed in other African countries like Egypt and in India, which is the largest producer in the world. This slimy and slippery soup is a delicacy rich in antioxidants and minerals required by the body. Do you want to be forever young? Try this Cleopatra's beauty secret ingredient.

Bananas; Facts and Myth debunked

Banana Facts

Below are interesting facts about our common Banana;

• Bananas may have been the world's first cultivated fruit. Archaeologists have found evidence of banana cultivation in New Guinea as far back as 8000 B.C.
• Bananas are produced mainly in tropical and subtropical areas of Africa, Asia and the Americas, as well as the Canary Islands and Australia.

Health Risk of going Bananas

Eating bananas in moderation comes with no significant side effects. Excessive is when you eat dozens of bananas everyday which is quite unlikely except you are a monkey. But consuming the fruit in excess quantities can cause the followings;

Headaches and Sleepiness

Headaches can be caused by the amino acids found in the fruit which causes blood vessels to dilate. The overripe bananas contain more amino acids than the greener ones. Too much of the amino acid; Tryptophan in the blood can contribute to sleepiness.