Fruits remain one of the most affordable and natural ways to improve daily living, boost immunity and reduce the risk of common illnesses. Rich in vitamins, fibre, antioxidants and water, they support the heart, brain, digestion and overall body performance. Nutrition experts say regular fruit consumption helps Nigerians stay energetic, focused and resilient against lifestyle-related…
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) says it has begun enforcement on the ban of production and sale of alcohol in sachet and pet bottle below 200ml. The Director-General of NAFDAC, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, disclosed this at a media parley, organised by the agency, on Wednesday in Lagos. The News…
You can get drunk even without taking a single drop of alcohol, scientists have established. They say that food ingested can produce alcohol right inside the body. The scientists who made this discovery say some people can get drunk without drinking because their gut bacteria produce alcohol from food. They have now identified the microbes…
In an attempt to nourish their families, many women remain stuck in the age-old tradition of cooking over open-fire stoves, as they believe that it cooks food faster and properly, and makes it tastier, undoubtedly exposing them to smoke and toxins. The National Bureau of Statistics, in its 2024 Nigeria Residential Energy Demand-Side Survey, indicated…
The World Health Organisation has called on governments to significantly increase taxes on sugary drinks and alcohol to save lives. WHO warns that beverages like sugary drinks and alcohol are too accessible and cost too little in most of the world, helping fuel obesity, diabetes, cancer, and injury. “Health taxes have been shown to reduce…
A Gombe-based cardiologist, Dr Abubakar Sani, says excessive consumption of sugary drinks increases the risk of cardiovascular diseases in children. He said excessive consumption of Sugar-Sweetened Beverages might predispose children to the risk of heart disease, hypertension and Type 2 diabetes. Sani, a consultant cardiologist, Federal Teaching Hospital, Gombe, said this in an interview with…
The National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has suspended the planned resumption of its proposed industrial action, tagged TICS 2.0, following what it described as firm commitments from key stakeholders and direct intervention by Vice President Senator Kashim Shettima, acting on behalf of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The decision was taken at a virtual Emergency…
A new study linked higher levels of theobromine, a compound found in dark chocolate, to slower biological aging. Theobromine may support longevity by reducing inflammation, protecting cells from damage, and supporting heart and brain health. The research only shows an association, not causation, but experts say dark chocolate can be part of a healthy diet…
The federal ministry of health has issued a ‘no work, no pay’ directive to all chief medical directors (CMD) and medical directors (MD) of the federal government’s hospitals, targeting striking members of the Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU). In a circular dated January 8, 2026, and signed by Abisola Adegoke, director of hospital services, on…
Between packed schedules and the seemingly endless items on your to-do list, finding the time (and, let’s be honest, energy) for sexual intimacy with your partner isn’t always easy. So, if you find yourself craving closeness but aren’t sure how to make it happen, know that you’re not alone. Sexual intimacy involves engaging in sexual…
