Alpha-Lipoic Acid – Natural Diabetic Buster

Alpha-lipoic acid is an antioxidant made by the body. It is found in every cell, where it helps turn glucose into energy. Antioxidants attack “free radicals,” waste products created when the body turns food into energy. Free radicals cause harmful chemical reactions that can damage cells. This makes it harder for the body to fight […]

Aloe Extract (Acemannan) – The Wound Hormone

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Acemannan is a complex polysaccharide found in the inner leaf gel of the aloe plant. A specialized cell called a leucoplast produces the acemannan. It’s composed of mannose, glucose, and galactose monomers making it into a polysaccharide. Acemannan is the specific component that sets aloe vera apart from the 400 other species of aloe plants. […]

Exercising: Can You Lose Weight Without It?

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We get it; going to the gym and working out is kind of the worst. It’s hard and tiring, and you don’t get the results you expect after sweating buckets. You wonder how you’ve only burned 100 calories after using the elliptical for an hour. So, we tackle the ever-hopeful question: can you lose weight […]

Increase Human Growth Hormone production for Bulk Bod

When you’re a very young person, it seems all you have to do is eat a good steak and some legumes, do a few reps and what do you know – in a week or two, you’re looking build. However, the older you get, the less effective eating right and working out is for good […]

Safe Diet Plans That Promote Healthy Weight Loss

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You are not alone if losing weight is at the top of your priorities list. Every year, millions of people in Nigeria and worldwide go on various diet plans to check on their weight. The global population spends over billions of dollars on products and programs annually. Taking that into perspective, it accounts for a […]

French Fries: Why and Why Not to Indulge

French fries may be a popular choice for food. But, they are definitely one of the unhealthiest foods consumed in this day and age. Today you need to be careful about what you consume. Eat more healthy meals which contain rice, pasta, beans, wholegrain bread, salads and fruits. Why You Shouldn’t Eat Most French Fries […]

Corn: The Studies, Myths, Facts and Tips. Enjoy!

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Whole-grain corn is as healthy as any cereal grain, rich in fibre and many vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. It is typically yellow but comes in a variety of other colours, such as red, orange, purple, blue, white, and black. Today, numerous varieties are cultivated, but the most common are flint, dent, sweet, and popcorn. Corn […]

Go Nuts for The Health Benefits?

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If one eats just 30g of nuts a day, which is around a handful, you can meet your daily nutrient needs and maintain your health. In fact, science shows eating a handful of these superfoods five or more times a week can lower your risk of heart disease by 30-50%, reduce your risk of type […]

Beef Stew – A ‘Resaucefull’ and Nutritious Food

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Beef stew or any other stews is a combination of solid food ingredients that have been cooked in liquid and served in the resultant gravy. Ingredients in a stew can include any combination of vegetables (such as carrots, potatoes, onions, beans, peppers and tomatoes) or meat, especially tougher meats suitable for slow-cooking, such as beef. […]

The Nigerian Moin-Moin as a Super Food

We should know that Moin-Moin is made from beans which are very nutrient-rich. They are a fabulous source of vegetarian protein and fibre, two nutrients that help you stay full and satisfied. The protein and fibre in beans also temper the rise in blood sugar that occurs after a meal, which can help stabilize mood. […]