Health talk:- 10 ways to have a clean tooth and breath!!

Most people complain of toothache or other
dental problem even after brushing their teeth on a regular basis. This is because the brushing
methods which they followed are incorrect. Mentioned below are some of the improper brushing habits which are followed by people commonly:

How true? Fat people DO have fewer friends: Study finds 'normal weight' people reject them!

                          

Overweight young people have fewer friends than their healthy weight counterparts, researchers claim.

This is because they are more likely to be rejected as friends by slimmer people.

The U.S. researchers say that time and again,  overweight young people choose friends who are normal weight - yet they are often not selected in return.

Researchers at Arizona State University analysed social networks to study how people choose their friends.

How true? People who stay up late at night are likely to be more intelligent.

Contrary to the old adage that the earlier you got to bed the wiser you become (who came up with this anyway?), research now proves that night owls are indeed smarter than the early birds.

Spectacular tricks you must know about your body. (must read)!!!

15 Spectacular Tricks About Your Body.
1.) If you've got an itch in your throat, scratch your ear. When the nerves in the ear get stimulated, they create a reflex in the throat
that causes a muscle spasm, which cures the itch.

Meet World's Most Extreme Bodybuilders (photos that would make you "wow")

From the man with the world's biggest biceps, to the bodybuilder behind the Incredible Hulk, meet some of the most extreme bodybuilders out there. 

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Gregg Valentino: World's Biggest Biceps

Gregg Valentino is one of the most controversial yet popular bodybuilding icons, considered by some as the biggest bodybuilder ever. He started bodybuilding at the age of 13. After over 23 years of training naturally Gregg decided

Can YOU remember being a baby? Find out why you can't remember

It has long been known that we struggle to remember our childhood - especially before the age of three.

Researchers believe they now know why.

They claim that as we become older, the growth of new brain cells effectively overwrites existing cells, erasing the early memories.

Short men live longer - and it's all because of their genes: Those below 5ft 2in have longest lives

                                          

They don’t fit with the ‘tall, dark and handsome’ ideal supposedly favoured by women.

But there is some good news for shorter men – as when it comes to longevity, they just might measure up best.

A study of 8,000 men has found that those of a lesser height lived longer than their taller peers – with those below 5ft 2in living longest.

Chemicals in toothpaste, soap and children’s plastic toys ‘can cause male infertility’ (must read)

                                       

Chemicals found in everyday products such as toothpaste, soap and even plastic toys are having a direct impact on male fertility, according to new research. 

It is thought that the chemicals affect the potency of sperm, altering their swimming behaviour and causing them to prematurely release enzymes which are needed to penetrate egg cells. 

Dora Akunyili’s health worsens, to be flown abroad

                               

The former Director-General of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control and ex-Minister of Information, Dora Akunyili, was to be flown abroad for medical treatment on Saturday.

Akunyili, a delegate at the ongoing National Conference had said she was recovering from a life-threatening ailment.

It was gathered around 9p.m on Saturday night that Akunyili’s condition had deteriorated and any further delay in getting medical attention would have been detrimental.

Confirming the incident, one of her close aides who pleaded anonymity, told our correspondent that, “Please pray for her.  She is to be flown abroad tonight for medical treatment in India.”

Many were surprised when Akunnyili made an appearance at the confab looking frail. Responding to comments about her health, she said, “My attention has been drawn to a story making the rounds online claiming that I am seriously sick, currently out of the country and in need of urgent prayers.

“This story is baseless, unfounded and the handiwork of mischief makers. It should be ignored and discarded in its entirety. As every informed Nigerian knows, I am a delegate to the National Conference currently holding in Abuja.

“While it is true that I recently came out of a major sickness, for which I thank Almighty God for delivering me, I have since been declared fit by my doctors and returned to my normal activities. I shed much weight in the course of the sickness — which is normal — but I am well now and only need time to re-grow some flesh. There is nothing to worry about either my health or my present stature.”

Bisi Alimi Marks his 10th Year Living with HIV (photo)

Gay rights activist, Bisi Alimi, who achieved notoriety when he became the first Nigerian to come out of the closet on television, yesterday marked his 10th year living with HIV.

Pregnant women who eat in front of the TV are more likely to have fat children

Pregnant women who eat in front of the TV are more likely to have overweight children, new research suggests.

Scientists found that mothers-to-be who watch TV while eating are more likely to sit in front of the television while feeding their child.

This is discouraged because it means they are less likely to notice when the child is full - meaning they give them more food than they need.

‘Reinforcing healthy media habits during pregnancy may help reduce infants' mealtime media exposure and impact long-term media habits in children,’ said lead author Dr Mary Jo Messito. 

‘Reduction of mealtime TV viewing during pregnancy could be an important component in early childhood obesity prevention programmes.’

Dr Messito and her colleagues analysed data from the Starting Early project, an early childhood obesity prevention scheme for low-income Hispanic families at New York University School of Medicine.

Women were enrolled in the study during pregnancy, and mother-infant pairs were followed until the child was three years old. 

Women received individual nutritional counselling during pregnancy and after the baby was born, participated in parenting and support groups led by a nutritionist, and were given educational hand outs and a video.

During their third trimester of pregnancy, 189 women were asked how often they watched TV during mealtimes. 

When their infants were three months old, mothers were asked how often their baby watched TV while being fed.

The results showed that 71 per cent of pregnant women reported at least some mealtime TV watching, and 33 per cent of the mothers reported that their three-month-olds were exposed to the TV while being fed.

Women who watched TV during meals while they were pregnant were five times more likely to expose their infants to TV during feeding than women who did not watch TV while eating during pregnancy. 

Mothers who were younger than 25, and those who did not exclusively breastfeed, were also more likely to expose their infants to TV during feeding.

The total amount of time women spent per day watching TV while pregnant was not associated with their infants' exposure to television while being fed.

‘Few studies have identified how mealtime TV viewing habits begin in infancy, and what maternal characteristics during pregnancy and early infancy are associated with them,’ said Dr Messito, project director of the Starting Early study. 

‘Identifying specific maternal behaviours and characteristics associated with child TV viewing during meals will help early childhood obesity prevention efforts seeking to promote responsive feeding and limit TV exposure during infancy.’

Federal government says :- HIV test now compulsory for intending couples. Read more.

The Federal Government has said testing for HIV/AIDS is mandatory for intending couples in Nigeria. The plan, according to government, is to help reduce new infection of HIV virus in the country.

It added that the decision was binding on followers of all religions. Our correspondent gathered this from stakeholders who met to ratify the plan in Abuja yesterday. The team, comprising National Prevention Plan Validation, emphasised the decision was taken to prevent new infections and curb further spread of the disease.

Bad breath, mouth odour, causes and remedies.

Mouth odour , bad breath, anyone you decide to call it is a big deal, both to the one who has it and the one who is close.
What are the usual causes, and how can it be remedied? Below are my suggestions. Once again. Consistency is the key to successfully overcoming this huge problem.

Most likely causes include the following.
Most people's mouth do not smell fresh when they wake up from bed. This is normal. If you brush your teeth before going to bed, the early morning smelly mouth will not be too bad, in fact some people don't smell at all.

Foods That Benefits The Body But Harms The Teeth. (MUST READ)

In the world of foods, a lot of weirdos apply. It turned out that many foods that benefit the body are harmful to the teeth. Here’s a list of some of such foods…

A good night's sleep really CAN boost immune system and help fight infection

It has long been said that a good night's sleep can make you feel better, and researchers have finally found it to be true.

They say sleep gives our immune systems a major boost, particularly if we are fighting off an infection.

Experiments in flies found that in the case of major infection, sleep can even save lives.

Need a smooth face? here are 5 ways to help you out.

Every morning you wake up and look at the mirror. What's your impression about your face? Satisfied? Or u want it better? Here are a few tips to help you have a better impression about your face, and off course your first reason to smile everyday. 

At birth, our skin, especially that on our face is smooth, soft and flawless just like silk but over the years this changes. Many factors such as poor diet, stress, summer heat, cold winter air, cosmetics, environmental pollutants and many others start to make our skin rough. If you, like many people, suffer from this rough skin, you are in luck because there are several simple things you can

 1. Cleanse and Exfoliate

One of the most important things to do to learn how to have a smooth face is to clean it regularly. Ideally you should use a cleanser that is soap free twice a day as this will get rid of any dirt and oil on your skin and in turn allow it to glow and feel smooth.

It is also very important that you remove any makeup before going to sleep. Every woman knows they should but most of us simply feel too sleepy or simply too lazy to actually do so. The problem is that if you leave your makeup on overnight, your skin will become dull and you increase your chances of developing a breakout.

You should also be sure to exfoliate your skin regularly as this is necessary to remove any dead cells that have accumulated. The best cleanser for ur face is definitely ORDINARY WATER.

2. Protect Yourself Against the Sun

Sun is the biggest source of damage to the skin so you should always protect it to avoid symptoms of overexposure to the sun such as rough or dry skin, freckles, wrinkles, age spots and skin cancer. The best way to do this is to avoid the sun when it is strongest which is usually between 10 am and 4pm and if you must go outside, always cover your skin as much as you can with your clothing and wide-brimmed hats. You should also use a sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15 and always check that it is sweat-proof and water-resistant.

3. Maintain a Proper Diet

Everyone has heard the expression “you are what you eat” and when it comes to your skin, it is very accurate. If you want your skin to stay smooth, you should eat foods that have high quantities of vitamins A, B1, B6, C and D. Vitamin A and vitamin Care especially great at achieving smoother skin by preventing spots as well as other growths later on in life. It is also a good idea to eat lots of antioxidants and omega-3 fatty acids as well as vitamins from fruits, vegetables and tea as all of these substances will protect your skin from disease and keep it smooth.

The most important part of a healthy diet for your skin, however, is water. Keep in mind that most of the human body is water and you need to maintain the proper balance to keep your skin hydrated.

4. Keep a Healthy Lifestyle

Of course keeping a healthy lifestyle is good for your overall health but few people realize that it can also help you have a smooth face. When youexercise you will increase your blood circulation which in turn allows your skin to receive more nutrients. It can even help minimize wrinkles by increasing your body’s production of collagen.

Smoking, on the other hand, can harm the skin as it can make the skin turn yellow or brown in color.Alcohol can also cause problems as it leads to problems in the liver which in turn results in a yellowish hue to your skin.

5. Moisturize

Moisturizing helps the top layer of the skin retains moisture which in turn allows it to stay smooth. The best time to use a moisturizer is right after your shower as the leftover moisture from your shower will be retained as well as the added bit from the treatment. Another idea is to apply it after washing your hands and right before you go outside in cold weather.

If you have normal skin (not too oily or too dry), try a water-based moisturizer. If your skin is dry, you should use a heavier one that is oil based as this won’t evaporate as easily. People with oily skin should also opt for water-based options.

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Reasons You Should Start Eating Cucumber

Cucumbers are number four most cultivated vegetable in the world and known to be one of the best foods for your overall health, often referred to as a super food. Pick a handful of firm, dark green cucumbers and drop them into your shopping cart. Congratulations! You have just bought yourself stuff full of good health.

WHO warns:- Don't use chloroquine and Artesunate for malaria!!! Its not safe!!

The World Health Organisation had placed a global ban on the use of chloroquine and Artesunate in 2005. Nigerians have been advised against the use of Chloroquine and Artesunate for the treatment of malaria.

Nnenna Ezeigwe, National Coordinator, National Malaria Control Programme, gave the advice in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria on Friday in Abuja.
She, however, recommended that people should take only Artemisinin Combination Therapy, ACTs, when they test positive for malaria.

Meet the woman who hasn't eaten for a year (photos)

Beverley Duffy's 24-year-old daughter Emma has battled the condition for 16 years - and now relies on liquid nutrition through a tube. 

She has today released harrowing images of her daughter to highlight the horrific effect the disease can have.

Emma began to suffer from the condition after a teacher called her classmate fat when she was just eight years old.

Her mother says her problems began when she was just eight and she overheard a dance teacher saying one of the other girls would never make it as a dancer because she was too overweight.

Sugary drinks increase the risk of high blood pressure by 70% - even in teenagers

Everyone knows that drinking sugary drinks, such as fizzy drinks and some fruit juices, can cause them to pile on the pounds.

But new research suggests they can also lead to an increase in blood pressure.