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It started as a joke when it was spreading that eating cooked beans and fried plantains is dangerous and poisonous to health. At first, I did not take it seriously. Later, I started to ponder as the news generated more controversy. Reading through the reason they claim the combination is dangerous made it important. Beans Eating Beans And Fried Plantain Is Poisonous Before I go ahead to explain, let's clarify the very important point. Eating beans alone is considered safe by the pioneers of these claims so also is eating fried plantains. The problem is the combination. So how true is this claim and theory? First of all, let us look at what they said. It was first posted by Kemi Lopsam, a natural health doctor and an acupuncturist based in Akure, in 2019 on a website called Newsroom. According to her, unripe plantain and beans are safe. The problem is the ripe plantain cooked or fried. The reason is that beans and ripe plantain are acid forming foods. They can cause heart problems, ...

Reload women and wellwoman are both multivitamins for women. They both share a lot of similarities. This post will focus on their key differences and help you make an informed decision on the best formula. Reload women Difference Between Reload Women And Wellwoman 1. Reload women is made in USA whereas it's counterpart wellwoman is made in UK. Read Also : Difference between wellwoman original, wellwoman plus and wellwoman max 2. Reload women is manufactured by Reload Brands LLC, a US company. On the other hand, wellwoman is made by vitabiotics LTD, UK. 3. Reload women for women is divided into reload women for women between 12 and 49 and reload women 50+ for women above 50. For wellwoman, they have wellwoman original, wellwoman plus and wellwoman max for women between 12 and 49, wellwoman 50+ for women between 50 and 69 and wellwoman 70 and above. 4. Reload women also come in three different pack sizes (30, 90 and 120) for 30, 90 and 120 days but all wellwoman products come in pack...

The average weight of a newborn baby is about 3kg. But due to a number of factors, including genetics, your health during pregnancy, and your diet, the weight of the baby may tilt. To avoid tilting to the negative (low birth weight), many pregnant women go for multivitamins like Obron 6 and pregnacare. They believe such supplements will make the baby big. Read Also :  Effect of abidec drop on weight of baby Obron 6 and pregnacare are a multivitamin and mineral product design for pregnant mothers, nursing/lactating mothers and mothers-to-be. They contain more than 15 multivitamins and mineral API in total for the baby to grow and develop. Fetal development includes giving birth to a baby with a healthy weight. Pregnant woman  Obron 6 Or Pregnacare Increase Birth Weight Though, theoretically, prenatal supplements cannot make a baby big. A group of researchers did carry out analysis on this. They took a group of pregnant women and gave half pregnacare and the other half placebo. ...

Obron 6 is a multivitamin and mineral product design for pregnant mothers, nursing/lactating mothers and mothers-to-be. It contains 15 API in total. Unfortunately, it does not contain Omega 3 fatty acids.  Omega 3 fatty acids capsules  Benefits Of Omega 3 Fatty Acids In Pregnancy Omega 3 fatty acids consumed in adequate amounts during pregnancy are important building blocks of the fetal brain and retina. It may also play a role in determining the length of gestation and in preventing perinatal depression and preterm labor. Read Also :  Difference between omega 3 and omega H3 Pregnant women and women who are breastfeeding should get about 200 to 300 mg of omega-3s per day. Because omega-3s stay in the body for a few days, eating two servings of fatty fish per week can give you the 200 to 300 mg per day that you need. Read Also :  Can I take Obron 6 with Calcium tablet Can Obron 6 And Omega 3 Be Use Together Supplementing Omega 3 fatty acids from capsules is recommende...

Obron 6 is a multivitamin and mineral product design for pregnant mothers, nursing/lactating mothers and mothers-to-be in accordance with Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA). It contains 15 API in total. One of the main ingredients is calcium. Obron 6  The World Health Organization (WHO) and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations recommend a dietary intake of 1200 mg/day of calcium for pregnant women and 1000 mg/day for non-pregnant adults (19–50 years old). Obron 6 contains calcium pantothenate, USP 10 mg and calcium from calcium carbonate 200 mg. Since the value of calcium in Obron 6 is not up to the recommended daily need, the extra can be gotten from diet. Read Also :  List of best blood tonic for pregnant women in Nigeria It is very difficult to diet alone and get the required daily needs every other day. There may be some situations whereby a pregnant woman or nursing mother may need calcium supplements such as in osteoporosis. Can other calcium ...

Pregnancy tests using home test strips are used to test for pregnancy using first morning urine. How early is this? If you are wondering if you can use 2 AM urine, 3 AM urine, 4 AM urine or even 5 AM urine follow me and let's take a ride. Pregnant woman  When To Do Pregnancy Test Using Home Kit All pregnancy tests detect the hormone human chorionic gonadotrophin (hCG), which starts to be produced around 6 days after fertilization. The placenta produces this hormone, and during the first 8 to 10 weeks of your pregnancy, hCG levels rise rapidly, nearly doubling about every 2 days in early pregnancy. By the tenth day from ovulation (approximately the first day of your missed period), there should typically be enough hCG in your urine for an at-home pregnancy test to detect it. Pregnancy tests are most reliable from the first day of your missed period. If you don't know when your next period is due, do the test at least 21 days after you last had unprotected sex. Read Also :  Does...

Daravit woman and wellwoman are both supplements for women. They both contain wide range of multivitamin and mineral and trace elements. However, there are some key differences. Read Also:   Difference between wellwoman and wellman Difference Between Daravit Woman And Wellwoman Wellwoman  Daravit woman is a Nigerian launched in 2015. Wellwoman is a UK-based brand that has been around for over 40 years. Daravit woman is made by Elbe pharma Nigeria limited, Lagos, Nigeria. In the other hand, wellwoman is made by vitabiotic, UK. In addition to supporting women's health, Daravit woman contains a blend of vitamins, minerals suitable for hormonal balance, fertility. It is also beneficial for women who are looking to relieve postmenopausal symptoms (PMS) and improve their mood. Read Also:  Difference between daravit forte and daravit capsule Wellwoman is especially beneficial for women who are looking to boost their energy levels, improve their immune system, and maintain health...

Wellwoman multivitamins are supplements design for women's health. They come in wellwoman original, wellwoman plus and wellwoman max. The differences between these supplements are in their ingredient. Wellwoman  Wellwoman are products of vitabiotic, UK. They are supplements use for 28 days period. They are taken daily. The number of capsule inside is different. Difference Between Wellwoman Original, Wellwoman Plus And Wellwoman Max Wellwoman original is an all round multivitamin that contains 28 caplets in two sachet. Each sachet contain 14 caplet. The caplets are brown in colour. Each caplet contains 24 vitamins and minerals and trace elements for all-round nutritional support. Some are vitamin B12, folate, evening primrose, etc. These enhance immune system, balance female hormones, etc. It is the cheapest in terms of price. Read Also:   Drugs to take when you want to get pregnant On the other hand, Wellwoman Plus is a nutritional that contains 28 caplets and 28 softgel in tw...

Giving  drugs including antibiotics to newborns is now becoming a normal practice in many hospitals. This does not take into account whether the baby is healthy or not. Who Prescribed Antibiotics For Newborn After Birth From information available, these antibiotics are prescribed by midwives and or nurses without the consent of the medical doctor in charge. Newborn baby  Why Antibiotic After Birth The major reason for these antibiotic use is to prevent infection. After doing a lot of research on treatment guidelines for newborns, it became clear that these procedures are adapted from local tradition. Read Also :  Antibiotic that can treat malaria WHO Guidelines On Antibiotics On Newborn Under current guidelines, antibiotics directed at a wide range of bacteria -- known as broad-spectrum -- are currently prescribed to four to 10 percent of all newborns for suspected infections. Also, infants are often given antibiotics right after C-section delivery due to the risks associ...

Health Way Cordyceps Coffee is an herbal extract. It is a combination for a healthy life. It is manufactured by Hefei Benyuan Pharmaceutical Technology Co. Ltd. in China and Entrust Party is Beijing Zhengdehuitong Biotech Co., Ltd., Beijing. Health way cordyceps coffee Main Ingredients Of Health Way Cordyceps Coffee  Creamer powder [Glucose Syrup, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Food Additives {Stabilizer (340ii, 331iii, 4521)}, Emulsifier (471, 472e), Anticaking Agent (551)], Casein, Sugar, Instant Coffee Powder, Cordyceps Powder, Food Flavor. Read Also:  Caffeine content in different teas Specification: 20 g Dose Of Health Way Cordyceps Coffee Usage: Pour one sachet of coffee into a cup, add about 150ml of boiled water. Stir well then drink. Nutrition Facts Of Health Way Cordyceps Coffee Energy 1601 KJ (Per 100 g) 19% (NRV %) Protein 3.9 g (Per 100 g) 6% (NRV %) Fat 0g (Per 100 g) 0% (NRV %) Carbohydrate 90.3 g (Per 100 g) 30% (NRV %) Sodium 210 mg (Per 100 g) 10% (NRV %)

Having a baby is one of the happiest moments of your life. Nutribom wants to be part of this amazing life experience. We selected the best ingredients to provide a balanced and delicious meal. Nutibom Produced by S.A ind. E com. de Alimentos for fouani Nigeria ltd, Nigeria. Rich in vitamins, iron and zinc for children from 6 months, gradually introduce new food textures. Read Also :  Effect of mixing baby food and pap Use your baby's appetite as a guideline and let him explore new flavors. Available flavors include; -Rice -Maize -Oat -Multigrain -Banana and apple -Honey and wheat Nutrition Facts Portion 20 g (4 tablespoonful) Energy 77 kcal = 323 kJ Carbohydrates 18 g Proteins 1.2 g Total fat/ lipides 0 g Saturated fat 0 g Trans fat 0 g Dietary fiber 0 g Sodium 43 mg Iron 3.1 mg Phosphorus 39 mg Zinc 1,4 mg Vitamin C 10 mg Vitamin D 1,7 µg Niacin 1,4 mg Vitamin E 1,0 mg Pantothenic acid 0,61 mg Vitamin B1 0,10 mg Vitamin A 136 µg Folic acid 16 µg Ingredients Of Nutribom  Suga...

Complan is much more than just a milk drink-It is complete nutrition. Complan is easy to prepare and contains a balanced combination of protein, fat, carbohydrate, vitamins and minerals with one serving providing around 250 kcal. Complan Term a complete meal in a drink, complain is made in Oman by Omani Euro Food Industries, Sultanate of Oman for Zydus Wellness International DMCC., Dubai, UAE. Use And And Indication Of Complan Ideal for: -busy people -athletes -elderly and convalescents -pregnant and nursing -mothers Read Also :  Eggovin use and benefits How To Prepare A Complan? 1. Quarter fill a large glass or mug with cold water. 2. Add 3 or 4 heaped tablespoons (57 g) of Complan. 3. Mix into a smooth cream with a fork or whisk 4. Top up with either cold or hot water. Complan can also be mixed in a blender or mixed with milk for a nutritionally richer drink. Alternatively, Complan can be added to everyday foods such as soups and stews for additional nourishment. Ingredients Of C...

Did you just ask what is the best drug to get pregnant? If I heard you right, then you need to learn something. There is nothing like the best drug to get pregnant. However, there are different drugs good to get pregnant. And their use depends on many factors. Pregnant Best Drug To Get Pregnant Pregnancy is as a result of fertilization of a fertile ovum by fertile sperm. And this is made possible by sex hormones of both partners doing their jobs right and healthy anatomy of the reproductive organs. Read Also:  List of antenatal drugs Infertility is as a result of either the anatomy getting deform or misfiring of fertility hormones. The best drug to treat infertility in either male or female will depend largely on what is wrong. The drug to treat female fertility may not be the same for male. Also, drugs to correct hormonal imbalance cannot correct anatomical anomaly. So, when next you want to know the best drug for fertility, first check the cause of infertility and we can discuss ...

Most people who lose loved one's dream of seeing them again in this life. They wait for a day, a week and a year with the hope of seeing them again. It has happened to many people before. They died and came back to life. It is called Lazarus syndrome. skeleton Lazarus syndrome refers to your blood circulation returning spontaneously after your heart stops beating, and fails to restart despite cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Read Also :  Different type of ambulance services in Nigeria In short, it’s returning to life after it appears that you’ve died. So, can a dead person come back to life after a year? Dead Come Back To Life After A Year A clinically dead person is a person whose blood circulation and heart stop beating and fail to restart despite CPR. Depending on the tradition or religion of the people involved, the dead are either buried or cremated. The cremation renders the body to ashes. There is no physical possibility to bring such people to life again immediately not...

When we talk about the benefits of zobo to children, there is always consideration of age. Zobo contains many chemicals that are suitable for adults. But at what age can I take zobo? Zobo drink Zobo is a popular beverage drink in Nigeria and popularly referred to as ‘Zoborodo’ in the Northern part of Nigeria. Made from Roselle leaves (Hibiscus), the delicious drink is not only refreshing but without any additional ingredients, highly nutritious and as such there are many health benefits. Read Also :  At what age can children start taking solid drugs like tablet It is consumed immediately or refrigerated. Poor storage can lead to spoilage. The resulting liquid tasted horrible and bad. Zobo drink can be fermented into red wine using probiotic organism Lactobacillus fermentum and Saccharomyces cerevisiae. Both organisms produced wines of different physicochemical properties within 24hours fermentation. There is gradual alcohol increase during the fermentation process. Is Zobo Good For...

Zobo drinks are highly nutritious. This is based on available data on its nutritional value. Zobo drink Zobo is a popular beverage drink in Nigeria and popularly referred to as ‘Zoborodo’ in the Northern part of Nigeria. Made from Roselle leaves (Hibiscus), the delicious drink is not only refreshing but without any additional ingredients, highly nutritious and as such there are many health benefits. Read Also :  Effect of zobo drink on stool It is consumed immediately or refrigerated. Poor storage can lead to spoilage. The resulting liquid tasted horrible and bad. Zobo drink can be fermented into red wine using probiotic organism Lactobacillus fermentum and Saccharomyces cerevisiae. Both organisms produced wines of different physicochemical properties within 24hours fermentation. There is gradual alcohol increase during the fermentation process. Nutritional Value Of Zobo Drink Roselle is mainly cultivated for its calyx, which is of three types: green, red and dark red. The red caly...

There is a strong debate on the health benefits of fermented zobo drinks. This is because fermentation can alter the nutritional benefits of most food. fermented zobo drink Read Also: is fermented zobo drink alcoholic Zobo is a popular beverage drink in Nigeria and popularly referred to as ‘Zoborodo’ in the Northern part of Nigeria. Made from Roselle leaves (Hibiscus), the delicious drink is not only refreshing but without any additional ingredients, highly nutritious and as such there are many health benefits. It is consumed immediately or refrigerated. Poor storage can lead to spoilage. The resulting liquid tasted horrible and bad. Zobo drink can be fermented into red wine using probiotic organism Lactobacillus fermentum and Saccharomyces cerevisiae. Both organisms produced wines of different physicochemical properties within 24hours fermentation. There is gradual alcohol increase during the fermentation process. How Healthy Is Fermented Zobo Drink Fermented zobo is healthy. However...

Sand fly bites everybody. But there are times it seems the bites only target some groups of people. Knowing what they are and why they bite may help understand why this is so. Sand fly Read Also :  What causes frequent malaria fever What Is Sand Fly Sand flies are biting insects that share some similarities with mosquitoes, being classified in the suborder Nematocera. They are widely spread in regions with warm temperate to subtropical to tropical climates. Why Do Sandflies Bite Bites from sandflies (also known as blackflies) are a familiar nuisance during the warmer months. As with mosquitoes, it's only the females that bite and they use the extra nutrients from blood to produce more eggs. Females that don't get a blood meal produce fewer eggs. Why Do Sandflies Bite Me And Not Others The classic allergic response to a midge bite is a small, inflamed bite. Despite the size, the bites can cause acute discomfort, irritation and severe local reactions. Itching may commence immedia...

Zobo drink is non-alcoholic but that cannot be said of fermented zobo. Zobo is a popular beverage drink in Nigeria and popularly referred to as ‘Zoborodo’ in the Northern part of Nigeria. Made from Roselle leaves (Hibiscus), the delicious drink is not only refreshing but without any additional ingredients, highly nutritious and as such there are many health benefits. Zobo It is consumed immediately or refrigerated. Poor storage can lead to spoilage. The resulting liquid tasted horrible and bad. Read Also:  Disadvantage of zobo drink Alcohol Content Of Fermented Zobo Drink Zobo drink can be fermented into red wine using probiotic organism Lactobacillus fermentum and Saccharomyces cerevisiae. Both organisms produced wines of different physicochemical properties within 24hours fermentation. There is gradual alcohol increase during the fermentation process. The alcohol content of wines by Lactobacillus fermentum is 5.71% and 5.61% for Saccharomyces cerevisiae. Read Also :  How zob...

Zobo can affect stool natural colors. Not just because it has color. But because it is a chemical that can react with stomach chemicals to impact the color of stool. Read Also:   Effect of zobo drink on diabetes Zobo is a popular beverage drink in Nigeria and popularly referred to as ‘Zoborodo’ in the Northern part of Nigeria. Made from Roselle leaves (Hibiscus), the delicious drink is not only refreshing but without any additional ingredients, highly nutritious and as such there are many health benefits. Zobo Zobo (Hibiscus) And Black Or Dark Stool Fruit acids in hibiscus may work like a gentle laxative that can help reduce constipation, bloat, and painful gas. It also has antibacterial properties that keep your bowels healthy by preventing blockage. The polyphenols in hibiscus are also thought to stimulate the digestive system and prevent the incidence of stomach cancers. Read Also :  Calorie content of zobo drink Zobo tea of bright red color on reaching the acidic stomach b...