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Creating A Healthier Diet On Nigerian Cuisine

Radiant Health

Many women find themselves in a difficult place having to sacrifice the tasty Nigerian foods they love in order to achieve their fitness goals. The good thing is that you don’t have to completely punish your taste buds to become healthier. A healthy diet can still be achieved by applying a few eas

Food

Smoothie How-To Guide: Ingredients, Extra Add-ins, And Blenders

Alexandra Fiman Maul, MPH

Besides fruits and veggies, what kind of products do I need?You can make some tasty, refreshing drinks with just fruit, ice, and water, however it can be fun to experiment with adding new ingredients. From superfoods to liquids, smoothie ingredients run the gamut, and ...

Health + Wellness

The Practice of Being Present: How to Live More Mindfully

Kala Lacy

I t’s not hard to live mindfully, it’s hard to break mindless habits. As a holistic psychotherapist and hatha yoga teacher, I confront pervasive maladaptive patterns in my clients almost daily. They remind me that becoming aware of our “autopilot” and learning to fully bring ourselves ...

Health + Wellness

The Positive Correlation Between Music and Exercise

Radiant Health

There have been several studies that highlight the positive effect of music upon health in general and upon exercise specifically. Recent studies are developing an even more detailed picture that can help you hack your own brain to make exercise an enjoyable habit ...

Health + Wellness

Trying to Solve a Problem? Get Some Sleep

Radiant Health

Anyone that’s had an issue to solve quickly knows just how difficult it is to fall asleep; your brain just keeps trying to work through it as relaxation eludes you. But, getting up to keep working is, perhaps, one of the worst things you can do as you search for an answer. Studies continually ...

Food

Easy Meal Planning for Busy Moms

Cordialis Msora-Kasago

As a busy mom, you know how fast-paced life can be. After a hard day at work, you come home to a family that needs your undivided attention. If no help is available, you hustle to make dinner, assist the children with homework before preparing them for the next day ...

Health + Wellness

Why sleep is good for pregnant women?

Outpost Health

In the blog post, we explore the profound impact that quality sleep has on the well-being of expectant mothers. Delving into the physiological changes during pregnancy, the post highlights how a good night's sleep becomes a vital ally in alleviating discomforts associated with childbearing.

Health + Wellness

Side Effects Of Postinor-2 On Menstruation

Outpost Health

The significant side effects of postinor-2 on the menstrual cycle are changes in the duration of the period, heavier menstrual flow, or an irregular cycle pattern. However, the birth control pill can have other minor effects depending on when and how you take it after sex.

Health + Wellness

You Took Postinor-2 And Your Period Is Late - Meaning & What to Do

Outpost Health

Postinor 2 can cause a delayed period, but other factors can also contribute to it. While the pill effectively prevents pregnancy, there is still a slight chance of pregnancy. Take a pregnancy test if your period is significantly delayed and consult a healthcare professional

Health + Wellness

How Much Is an Ulcer Test in Nigeria?

Outpost Health

The cost of an ulcer test in Nigeria varies, typically ranging from as low as N7,000 to N40,000 depending on the type of test, location, and healthcare facility. Standard tests include H. pylori antibody tests and endoscopy, which are becoming more common in Nigeria.

Health + Wellness

7 Healthy Food for Diabetic Patients in Nigeria + Recipes

Outpost Health

The ideal diet for diabetic patients in Nigeria includes a balanced diet that focuses on low-glycemic foods. These include whole grains like brown rice, oats, wheat bread and lean proteins like fish and poultry. Fresh fruits and vegetables, especially non-starchy ones like spinach, cabbage, and cucu

Health + Wellness

Does Beecham Ampiclox Prevent Infection?

Outpost Health

Beecham Ampiclox is an antibiotic medication that contains ampicillin and cloxacillin. It is commonly prescribed to treat bacterial infections. While Ampiclox can be effective in fighting certain types of bacterial infections, it does not prevent infections. It is primarily used for treating existin

Fitness

The Perfect Body: Myths, Lies And Truths

Radiant Health

My stomach is too big. My bum is too small. My christian mother arms won’t stop jiggling. I’m too fat. I’m too slim. The list goes on …It seems we are never satisfied with our bodies and always on the quest for the next big thing (waist trainers, anyone?) that promises to deliver ...

Fitness

Strength Training: Can You Build Lean, Sleek Muscles with Yoga?

Nikki Igbo

All over the world, more and more people are incorporating the practice of yoga into their fitness regimen, and Africans are here for it. While yoga’s health benefits are many, one particular plus is its strength-boosting power. Radiant Health Magazine talked to two practitioners ...

Food

Does not Eating Cause Ulcer

Outpost Health

This article aims to delve into how eating habits can influence ulcer formation, identify the various causes and symptoms of ulcers, and provide effective treatment strategies and preventive measures

Food

Are high-calorie foods bad for your health?

Outpost Health

In our latest blog post, we delved into the age-old question: Are high-calorie foods inherently bad for your health? We dissected common misconceptions surrounding these often-maligned foods, exploring the science behind calories and their impact on overall well-being.

Food

Is Pap Good For An Ulcer Patient?

Outpost Health

Pap, also known as Akamu, Ogi, or African corn pudding, can benefit individuals with ulcers. While there is no solid scientific proof of pap’s role in ulcer treatment, it’s a bland and easily digestible food often recommended for people with sensitive stomachs. Pap is made from cornmeal and water.

Food

A Simple Guide To Portion Control

Cordialis Msora-Kasago

We know that we need to watch our portions but what exactly is a portion? While the most exact way of ensuring correct portion size is to measure food served using scales, measuring cups, and spoons, nutritionists agree that there may be a few simpler but more sustainable way of estimating portions.

Food

Improve Your Health With Bitter Leaf

Radiant Health

For generations, bitter leaf has been a mainstay in traditional Nigerian healing practices. From treating minor conditions such as rash, fever, stomach aches, insomnia, toothaches and general malaise to alleviating debilitating illnesses such as arthritis, bitter leaf has played a prominent role in

Food

Creating A Healthier Diet On Nigerian Cuisine

Radiant Health

Style + Beauty

5 Secrets To Beautiful Skin

Radiant Health

It is the holy grail of beauty, desired by women the world over… Yes, it’s the quest for perfect skin! If it were as simple as applying a single cream or lotion, or eating one particular food, then we’d all be floating around with flawless faces. In reality the key to beautifying our outer ...

Style + Beauty

Give Your Face A Midweek Boost with This Homemade Coffee Scrub

Dolapo Iyunade

We already know that exfoliating is great for our skin, but store-bought body scrubs tend to be expensive. On top of that, some of these products contain potentially harmful ingredients such as: Sodium lauryl/laureth sulfatePetrolatumMineral oilTriclosanPropylene ...

Expert Advice

Celebrating Women in Health: Honoring Trailblazers in the Healthcare Industry

Outpost Health

These trailblazers have paved the way for future generations of women in health, breaking barriers and making history. In this article, we celebrate the achievements of five exceptional women who have made a significant impact in the healthcare industry.

Expert Advice

Medication Use During Pregnancy

Radiant Health

About 80% of women use medication(s) during pregnancy. Most OTC medications have a good safety profile, others are proved unsafe, or are known to harm the baby. Ten percent of birth defects are attributed to medications used in pregnancy.

Expert Advice

Outpost Homecare Service: All you Need to know

Outpost Health

The Outpost homecare service connects you to the largest network of homecare nurses in Nigeria. With this service, you can get the care you need for you or your loved ones from the comfort of your home. All services rendered by accredited registered nurses (Nurses are accredited by the Nursing and M

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Home Care Services? 5 reasons why you can totally bank on it

Outpost Health

Because of the many options in home care that are becoming available, people in all kinds of situations can now make it their first choice. Here are five reasons why home care is vastly becoming a popular choice:

Expert Advice

No Period For 3-6 Months And I’m Not Pregnant. Is It Normal

Outpost Health

I have not had my menstrual period for three months and am not pregnant because I have tested several times. What do you think is wrong with me?

Expert Advice

How Can I Reduce Or Eliminate Stretch Marks?

Radiant Health

It is thought that as many as 90 percent of women will form stretch marks at some time in their lives. Men, however, are no strangers to stretch marks. They often occur in males, especially during an adolescent and teen period of rapid growth in height and weight. Rapid increases in muscle mass, suc

Travel

5 Unexpected Benefits of Travel: Why You Should Go Now

Jessica Ufuoma

Life gets busy and overwhelming. We are loaded with so many daily responsibilities that sometimes, it can feel like we are only hanging by a thread. There are bills to pay, classes to take, a job to report to every morning, children to nurture, and a society that constantly demands our time ...