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KIDNEY FAILURE

My sole aim of writing this blog is to suggest to patients going through dialysis (kidney failures)  on the types of foods and the recommended daily fluid intake so as to minimise any complications associated with dialysis. Approximately two months ago, I had a chat with a nephrologist doctor friend of mine who currently consults in one of the biggest hospitals in  Europe. We had a very good chat

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15 EXCEPTIONAL BENEFITS OF MAIZE OR CORN

Due to the increasing awareness that is drawn towards the consumption of phytochemical compounds, the intake of maize has recently gained attention for studies. Maize is considered a healthy food because of its high constituent of phytochemicals and essential nutrients. Resistant starch from maize or high-amylose maize exhibits several health beneficial effects. Due to the numerous health benefits of maize, its inclusion in our daily diets is highly recommended. Moreover, the increasing population continues to increase the demand for more food production. Apart from satisfying the incessant demand for food, maize has been proven to meet up with both our nutritional, pharmaceutical, therapeutic, economic, medical and industrial demands.

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30 ICONIC BENEFITS OF RHUBARB AND ITS CONTRAINDICATIONS

Due to the immeasurable medicinal benefits of the rhubarb vegetable, it is often referred to as "the wondrous drug". Rhubarb is richly endowed with several health-benefiting vitamins, minerals and active compounds. It also exhibits several pharmacological activities such as antioxidizing, antiplatelet, immunoregulation, purgation, antidyslipidemic, antiulcer, anti-inflammatory, hepatoprotective, antidiabetic, antimicrobial, nephroprotective, antifungal and antidiarrhoeal effects.

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20 ICONIC BENEFITS OF COCONUT OIL AND HOW TO PRODUCE VIRGIN COCONUT OIL

Do you enjoy eating coconut fruit? Did you know that an oil can be produced from coconut? What do you know about coconut and its oil? Is coconut oil part of your regular diets? Do you think that coconut oil is healthy enough for human consumption? Or do you belong to the school of thought that coconut oil is unhealthy for human consumption? Well, this write-up throws light on some important facts you need to know about this nature's gift to humanity. Read through to ascertain if the coconut oil is healthy or unhealthy for your consumption. You will also find out the different types of coconut oil, the amazing benefits of coconut oil as well as the various methods you can produce coconut oil from the comfort of your kitchen.

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28 AWESOME BENEFITS OF JASMINE

JASMINE [embed]https://gfb.global.ssl.fastly.net/podcasts/HFB_6_Health_Benefits_of_Jasmine.mp3[/embed] Plants continue to play an integral role in both orthodox and traditional medicines for preventing and treating various diseases and ailments. Although not all plants fall into this category, yet a great number of plants have been recorded as excellent bioresources for medicinal purposes. Th

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BENEFITS OF FLUTED PUMPKIN (TELFAIRIA OCCIDENTALIS)

Presently, there has been an increasing awareness on the need for including more vegetables in our diet in order to maintain healthy body. To this date, several researchers have unraveled numerous reasons why increasing the rate of producing vegetables and fruit should increase tremendously, the need to include more fruit and vegetables in our diet and the unending benefits of eating more fruit an

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18 BRILLIANT REASONS YOU NEED CARAMBOLA (STARFRUIT)

Starfruits From time immemorial, certain fruits have been used and are still being used presently for treating certain diseases and for promoting the healthy functioning of our bodies. Interestingly, more medicinal and nutritious fruits are continuously gaining global attention these days primarily for health reasons and owing to the fact that most of them are easily accessible, highly suitable 

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Kidney Beans With Beef Sauce

Kidney beans with beef sauce is a great meal to come by. It is so delicious, savoury, tasty but most importantly, very healthy.

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SPECTACULAR BENEFITS OF SWEET ORANGE

How often do you consume fruits? Is fruits consumption part of your everyday eating-habit? Did you know that the World Health Organisation recommends at least five portions of fruits intake on a daily basis? Yes, the human race is blessed with countless fruits but one fruit that is popular all over the globe is the sweet orange.

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12 IMPRESSIVE BENEFITS OF BLACKCURRANT

Blackcurrant is an edible fruit that is presently gaining remarkable scientific attention because of its high constituent of essential phenolic compounds and ascorbic acid. The phenolics in blackcurrant have been associated with numerous health benefits such as the inhibition of development of specific types of cancers, inflammation and cardiovascular-related diseases. The extracts from blackcurrant pomace contain high amounts of phenolic compounds, especially anthocyanins.

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FLUID INTAKE

Hi there,Welcome to the second stage of  kidney failure series. In this episode, a very pertinent concern regarding fluid intake for patients with kidney failures will be addressed with possible recommendations offered. However, before addressing this topic, a brief description of the main function  of a kidney will be discussed.Kidney helps to regulate the level of fluid that exits the body. Howe

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56 AMAZING BENEFITS OF BANANA AND ITS HOME REMEDIES

How often do you eat fruits? Do you regularly include fruits in your diet or do you just occasionally eat fruits? Ok, what about a banana? What do you really know about this common fruit? How often do you eat the banana? Did you know that banana is one of the most essential fruits that has innumerable health benefits? Well, these few pertinent questions have been tendered before you for your candid response.

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LEMON FRUIT

How often do you include lemon in your diets? Are you aware of the numerous benefits obtainable from this nature's gift to humanity? Read this article to understand why lemon is an important fruit.

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BENEFITS OF OKRA (LADIES FINGERS)

Okra Are you aware of the immense benefits of okra (ladies fingers)? If yes, then thumbs up! Otherwise, read through this post to understand why including okra in your diet is highly imperative. It is noteworthy that having a good knowledge of some healthy vegetables, plants and food products around us is profoundly essential. One of such key vegetables that are very important to human health is

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KEY FACTS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT PALM WINE

I was super excited the last time I attended an African party and luckily bumped into palm wine. My Oh My!!! I felt so nostalgic, flashing back through the past and how much I’ve missed this amazing drink. Nevertheless, I ain’t complaining at all but instead, I seized the opportunity to capture a shot of the drink so I can share some key facts you need to know about palm wine with you. Over the pa

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ASTONISHING BENEFITS OF GRASSHOPPERS

Grasshopper You might ponder ~ ~ ~ is grasshopper edible? Why do I need to include it in my diet? How can I eat this hopping insect?How can a little creature that normally produce chirping noise while hopping around the garden be part of my diet? No not for me! I've never and will never eat this type of creature! Well, what if there are no other options like meat, fish, birds, crustaceans and se

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BLACK EYED BEANS PORRIDGE

Beans porridge is one of my favourite meals. Mmmmmmm, I cannot tell exactly what it is about beans that get me so glued to the meals. Well, it could be its distinctive tasty nature or its nutritional contents that keep me wanting to eat this delicious legume over and over again.A few days ago while I was pondering on an ideal recipe to share with you, I came across a packet of black eyed beans t

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REASONS YOU NEED PINTO BEAN

Pinto Beans How often do you eat pinto bean? Are you aware of the reasons you need pinto bean in your diet? If you tick all the boxes to the above questions, then you would have been benefiting from all the remarkable benefits that this amazing pulse renders. If otherwise, then it is high time you started steering your attention towards this special legume.Being an excellent source of protein, a

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The Baking Bible

Legendary baker Rose Levy Beranbaum is back with her most extensive “bible” yet. With all-new recipes for the best cakes, pies, tarts, cookies, candies, pastries, breads, and more, this magnum opus draws from Rose’s passion and expertise in every category of baking. As is to be expected from the woman who’s been called “the most meticulous cook who ever lived,” each sumptuous recipe is truly foolproof—with detail-oriented instructions that eliminate guesswork, “plan-aheads,” ingenious tips, and highlights for success. From simple everyday crowd-pleasers (Coffee Crumb Cake Muffins, Gingersnaps, Gooseberry Crisp) to show-stopping stunners (Chocolate Hazelnut Mousse Tart, Mango Bango Cheesecake, White Christmas Peppermint Cake) to bakery-style pastries developed for the home kitchen (the famous French Kouign Amann), every recipe proves that delicious perfection is within reach for any baker.

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Kofte Kebab Recipe

Are you arranging a side dish, party or occassion? Try these tempting bites of kofte kebab! Very delicious, quick and easy to make! Check out our kofte kebab recipe as we walk you through the preparation steps.

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