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Finding the right diet can feel like navigating a maze with endless options, with each promising the best results. But what truly makes a good diet? According to Hellas Cena and Philip C. Calder, “Defining a Healthy Diet: Evidence for the Role of Contemporary Dietary Patterns in Health and Disease”, A healthy diet is one in which macronutrients are consumed […]
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Citrus fruits are a vibrant and diverse group of fruits known for their juicy, tangy flavors and high vitamin C content. They belong to the Rutaceae family and are characterized by thick, aromatic peels and segmented flesh. Popular examples of citrus fruits include: oranges lemons limes grapefruits tangerines/mandarins Each of these fruits brings a unique flavor profile, from the sweet […]
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Table manners are an essential part of social etiquette. Knowing how to behave well can greatly enhance your dining experience, whether at a formal function, a casual dinner with friends, or a family meal. Good table manners signify respect for others and reflect your upbringing and self-discipline. People will usually judge you based on how well you present yourself at […]
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Maintaining good health can often take a backseat to other priorities in the hustle and bustle of modern life. With so much to do every day, it is easy to shove aside habits that could greatly improve our health in a few weeks, or even a month. Investing in your health is crucial for leading a long, fulfilling life. It […]
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Waterborne diseases are conditions caused by pathogenic micro-organisms that are transmitted in water. These diseases can be spread while bathing, washing or drinking water. They are also spread through eating food exposed to infected water. Drinking contaminated water can cause waterborne diseases like cholera, typhoid & dysentery. Cholera Cholera is an infectious disease that causes severe watery diarrhea, and can […]
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Having rusty utensils is very unpleasant. You can’t use them to serve food and the last thing you would want to do is expose them to your guests! They’re not only unsightly but you also run the risk of contaminating your food. What is Rust? Rust is an iron oxide formed when iron or an alloy of iron (like steel) […]
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The papaya, also known as pawpaw, is a very healthy tropical fruit that is very refreshing and nutritious. It has strong antioxidant properties that make it an ideal fruit for preventing various illnesses. Papayas contain papain, an enzyme that helps digest proteins and it is more concentrated in the fruit when unripe. NB: Papain is used to make digestive enzyme […]
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Green tea Green tea is very nutritious. In recent years, green tea has received a lot of positive feedback from nutritionists and healthy living advocates. Some of them have been taking it for many years and claim it provides many health benefits. Health Benefits of Green Tea A number of scientific studies have been conducted in recent years to investigate […]
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Tomatoes are fruits and have been grown in various parts of the world for many years. The following are 10 quick facts about tomatoes you should know: 1. The most common varieties are red when ripe. This colouration is due to the presence of a compound called Lycopene which has been shown to help in fighting cancerous cells. 2. Tomatoes […]
Read moreCoconut oil has many health benefits and has been in use for many years. Very popular in tropical countries where coconut trees flourish near the ocean or sea, these fruits and their oil have gained acceptance over the years from the locals and nutritionists. Image courtesy of Phú Thịnh Co A number of studies have been conducted to research on their […]
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