Deadly health advice, remedies spread on social media

Patients consulting the internet instead of qualified medical practitioners for their healthcare needs have their condition worsened with fake health advice and unverified remedies spreading rapidly on social media platforms. From infertility issues, dangerous weight-loss hacks to misleading herbal concoctions for chronic diseases, IDOWU ABDULLAHI reports on how health misinformation increases Nigeria’s disease burden Anjorin […]

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Expert recommends ginger drinks for diabetics

An endocrinologist based in Bauchi, Ayuba Mugana, has recommended ginger drinks as a healthy option for diabetic patients, citing its digestive and overall health benefits. In an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday in Bauchi, Mugana highlighted the numerous medicinal properties of ginger, particularly for individuals managing diabetes. He said, “Ginger […]

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Integrating the old, new in herbal medicine

By Kayode Oseni Ensuring safety and efficacy in herbal medicine, especially with knowledge passed down orally, was a multi-faceted process for the herbalist and his ancestors. Observation, ancestral guidance, and practical experience were key. 1. Deep Observation and Animal Instinct: The herbalist closely observed how animals interacted with plants. If an animal instinctively sought out […]

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Cholestrol epidemic: A big pharma secret

By Kayode Oseni Understanding Cholesterol Cholesterol is a vital substance produced by our bodies and also derived from the foods we consume. Our liver synthesizes cholesterol because it plays crucial roles in various bodily functions, including hormone production and the maintenance of brain health—our brain is largely composed of fatty substances. Scientists categorize cholesterol into […]

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Psychic attacks in view of conventional medicine: Facts or conjectures?

By Kayode Oseni My article titled “What Makes a Physician of Natural Medicine Unique” has sparked a wide range of responses from readers across the spectrum. While some individuals accused me of promoting occult teachings, others reached out to share their deeply personal stories regarding physical ailments that conventional medicine has failed to diagnose, let […]

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How regular sexual orgasms balances hormonal health in women

By Kayode Oseni Hormonal imbalances in women can lead to a variety of issues, including mood swings, irregular menstrual cycles, fatigue, and reproductive challenges. Recent studies suggest that regular sexual orgasms can have a positive impact on hormonal health, contributing to a sense of well-being and restoring balance in the body’s intricate hormonal systems. Here, […]

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