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5 Foods You Should Avoid Eating In Order To Protect Your Liver

One of the most vital organs in your body is the liver. It exerts tremendous effort to keep you active and healthy. Food digestion and the removal of toxins from the body are two of the liver’s most significant tasks. The following is a list of the foods you should …

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How Many Bananas Should A Person Eat In A Day?

Bananas are among the most popular fruits around the globe. They are very tasteful and equally nutritious. They contain carbohydrates, fiber, manganese, potassium, vitamins B6, C, among others. According to Healthline, a medium size banana, about ( 118 g) contain about 105 calories, 27 g of carbs, 1 g of proteins, …

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6 Popular Fruits With High Sugar Content

Fruits are generally considered nutritious and incredibly healthy. One of their oft-touted benefits is their high levels of natural sugars, which are believed to be healthier alternatives to added sugars, found in many sugar-sweetened beverages, and whose intake has been linked to increased risk of health issues such as diabetes, …

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You could be jailed for revealing HIV status of clients to others – Medical practitioners told

Health professionals have been reminded to desist from breaching the confidentiality agreement they have with patients, especially those with HIV/AIDS, by disclosing their status to third parties since they risk being sued and jailed by the courts. Mr Joseph Kweku Addae, Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist for the Christian Health Association …

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Avoid these 3 items to reduce your chances of cancer

  We eat so many different things daily, and we don’t realize how many are actually harmful to our bodies. It’s vital for you to know which food products are best for your life and diet, which is why we have compiled a list for you. Make sure you remove …

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Urinary Tract Infection: Common causes of UTI and tips to avoid infection

  UTI is common during monsoons as it provides ideas environment for bacteria to prosper. Here are some common causes of urinary tract infections and ways to prevent the infection. UTI refers to an infection in any part of the urinary system.(Freepik) UTI refers to an infection in any part …

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Fondle your spouses’ breasts to detect any abnormalities – BCI boss urges men

The President of Breast Care International (BCI) Dr Mrs Beatrice Wiafe Addai has urged men to fondle their spouses’ breasts not only for pleasure but to assist in detecting any abnormalities in the breasts.   She said men who always “play” with the breasts are in better positions to alert …

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Living with HIV: What to expect and tips for coping

More than 1.2 million people in the United States are living with HIV. It’s different for everybody, but with treatment, many can expect to live a long, productive life. The most important thing is to start antiretroviral treatment as soon as possible. By taking medications exactly as prescribed, people living with HIV …

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6 Signs That Show Your Heart Is Not Working Properly

When the heart’s ability to pump blood effectively is impaired or the heart muscle is damaged, heart failure results. Usually, coronary artery disease or a heart attack are to blame for the damage. Genetic illness, chronic high blood pressure, and defective cardiac valves could all be contributing factors. Regardless of …

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Foods You Shouldn’t Refrigerate

For our way of life, most foods, and our small kitchen area, cold storage is crucial. Some products, nevertheless, are better kept on the counter or in the pantry because refrigeration can have unfavourable effects on them. Knowing what needs to be chilled is simple; however, understanding what shouldn’t be …

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