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A balanced diet is the cornerstone of a strong immune system. Incorporate a variety of foods rich in vitamins and minerals to provide the nutrients your body needs to function optimally.

Choosing the right foods for the body’s metabolism might also help lose and maintain weight, according to the experts.

In a 2021 survey by the International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI), only 35% of Nigerians were fully aware of what GMOs are, while over 40% expressed concerns regarding safety.

Interestingly, recent research suggests that the peels of oranges—often discarded—contain even more potent nutrients than the fruit itself. Studies link regular citrus intake to reduced risks of certain cancers, and orange essential oils are being explored for their potential antibacterial and anti-anxiety effects. This multifaceted fruit continues to capture attention in health research, proving itself a powerful ally in preventive wellness and nutrition.

Nigeria has the second highest burden of stunted children globally, with a national prevalence rate of 32% among children under five. Additionally, about 11 million Nigerian children are experiencing severe food poverty.

“If you want to live a long time, there are things you can control within your lifetime such as diet. While caloric restriction is generally good for lifespan, our data show that losing weight on caloric restriction is bad for lifespan…”

There are many steps a woman can take to lower her chances of having a miscarriage, this includes staying healthy before deciding to become pregnant. That’s because a woman may not know she is pregnant in the first few weeks, which can be crucial for the health and development of the baby.

The global gender health gap remains a pressing issue, with millions of women around the world still struggling to access the healthcare they need. Maternal mortality rates, access to reproductive health services, health insurance coverage, and healthcare spending on women-specific conditions all point to systemic inequalities that must be addressed.

A Pharmacist and Health Influencer, Pharm. Okechukwu Oluoma, has noted that not all men will have prostate enlargement. The expert,…

A new AI technology can detect early signs of more than 1,000 diseases, long before there are any symptoms, according…