Kissing May Give You Gonorrhea, New Research Reveals

Australian researchers have raised the alarm over another method of spreading gonorrhoea, saying new evidence has shown that kissing with tongues could spread the s*xually transmitted infection (STI). The scientists in Melbourne, Australia, surveyed 3,000 gay and bisexual men and found that gay men were more likely to have gonorrhoea in their throat than in their penis – and the risk of spreading the bacteria that causes the disease was greater for kissing than through oral s*x. To this end, Professor Eric Chow and his colleagues that conducted the study, urged doctors and scientists to find new ways of stopping the infection and highlighted that efforts were currently focused on encouraging condom use during s*x.

Here Are The Foods You Shouldn't Eat On An Empty Stomach

Rolling out of bed with hunger makes us very hungry that we just eat anything that comes first in our sight. What you do not know is that there are some foods you should never eat on an empty stomach because these foods could actually be harming your body. Jumia Food shares these foods.

Foods That Are Richer In Protein Than Eggs

A well-rounded diet should always be packed with the right amount of protein. One of the popular protein is an egg. This said, there are other foods that are richer in protein than egg.

Shrimp

Shrimp is so low in calories, and so high in protein. This food is also extremely freezer-friendly as it can last for about three to six months.

Chicken

If you do not like eggs, your best option is chicken. It is an affordable and versatile protein-rich food. Its protein content is much more than the protein content of eggs. Chicken tastes well and can be included in many dishes.

Check Out Ways To Get Rid Of Stretch Marks

Stretch marks are visible lines on the skin surface. They are usually found in the abdominal wall, but can also occur over the thighs, upper arms, buttocks and bre*sts. Sometimes stretch marks can cover large areas of the body. While pregnancy is the main cause behind stretch marks, other reasons can be sudden gain or loss in weight, rapid growth, and changes in physical conditions. Of course, you will want to get rid of it. Jumia shares ways you can get rid of stretch marks.

New HIV Drug with 'Special Effect' Emerges

Against the background of daily antiretroviral medication for people living with HIV, researchers at the MIT and Brigham and Women’s Hospital in the United States (U.S.) had developed a capsule that can deliver a week’s worth of HIV drugs in a single dose. According to the researchers, the new capsule was designed so that patients can take it just once a week and the drug will release gradually throughout the week. When this drug becomes available for people living with HIV (PLWH), it will end the current practice in which antiretroviral (ART) medications were taken daily by affected persons. The star-shaped structure of this capsule was designed to stay in the stomach for a week and be released gradually.

5 Food Tips That Will Boost Your Brain Performance

The brain is one of the most complex organs of the body. It determines who you are and how you navigate through the world. Its maintenance and care don’t have to be complicated. One of the best ways to maintain the brain and boost its capacity is via food.

Jumia Food shares food tips that will help boost brain performance.

5 Nutritious Foods That Slows Ageing

There are certain foods that could slow ageing by improving your metabolism and boosting your energy. So, even by the time you hit forty, your skin will still appear smooth with little or no wrinkles. 

6 Foods You Should Not Eat For Breakfast

For some people, starting their day with breakfast is a proven recipe for having a good day. Breakfast provides the body with vitamins, minerals and other essential nutrients required to feel vibrant. However, there are some foods you should totally stay clear of if you really want to start off your day the right way.

Jumia Food discusses some of these foods.

Why Pregnant Women Should Avoid ZOBO Drink

 

For many Nigerians Zobo drink is a familiar beverage. It is produced from dried roselle or sorrel leaves (Hibiscus Sabdariffa). This bright red drink is loved both for every day and as a refreshment drink in parties. This drink has many advantages: available, affordable, tasty, and refreshing and also has a lot of healthy benefits. Zobo is not only refreshing, it can be used to regulate blood pressure, reduce cholesterol, strengthen blood vessels, calm the nerves, reduce stress, for weight loss, and to improve s*x drive. However, extensive literature review by Public Health Nigeria revealed several reasons why pregnant women and Nursing mothers should avoid zobo drink.

5 Safety Tips That Could Save Your Life.

We are well into April and I've already fallen behind on some of my New Year's resolutions. One of my goals was to be more consistent with meal planning and eating out less. I was not that excited about this goal but I knew it needed to be done.

One way I decided to get motivated about cooking more was to challenge myself to try one new recipe each week. To hold myself accountable, I would post the results on my Instagram account.

It's really been fun and I'm actually doing the things I pin on Pinterest. Who would have thought? Crockpot chicken and biscuits, tortellini soup with Italian sausage, and chicken masala are a few of the recipes that have spiced up my evening dinner and even my excitement about cooking.

Doctors seek law regulating skin bleaching in Nigeria

Medical doctors under the aegis of the Nigerian Association of Dermatologists, say they have begun the process of meeting with some lawmakers at the National Assembly in order to formulate laws that will regulate the manufacture and use of bleaching cream. The Chairman of the Abuja Dermatology Society, Dr. Mohammed Danmallam, who spoke on behalf of NAD, said this during a press conference held in commemoration of the World Skin Health Day in Abuja on Thursday. Danmallam said,

Hair Relaxer, Dye increases risk of Breast Cancer - Study

Common salon hair treatments can drastically increase the risk of breast cancer, a study suggests. Researchers at Rutgers University found there was an alarming increase in risk of developing the disease when certain women used dark hair dye and chemical relaxers.

Black women who dyed their hair had a 51 percent increase in risk and white women who used relaxers had a 74 percent increase in risk.

7 Reasons You Should Stop Chewing Gum

Some of us cannot do without chewing gum daily.  This is because the flavour or mint of the gum help masks or prevent mouth odour. While there are positive benefits of chewing gum, there are also downsides you should never ignore. Jumia Travel, the leading online travel agency shares some of these downsides.

It makes you hungry

Chewing gum can activate your hunger pangs. Thus increasing your cravings for food. So, if you do not want to get hungry, do not eat gum immediately after consuming mama put. This can also help put your weight in check.  

Everyone should keep calls as short as possible - Health experts warn!

Cell phones can have adverse effect on its users if not properly utilized or handled. Exposure to radiation of cell phone is associated with several health hazards. Health experts has warned cell phone users to be more carefully with the use of mobile phones. Mobile phones have been linked to a rare form of eye cancer. A German study suggests that regular use of cellphones could lead to an increased risk of contracting uveal melanoma, in which tumours form in the layer that makes up the iris and base of the retina. The cancer affects just a few in every 100,000 people but the study comes on top of many other conflicting claims about the dangers of mobile phones. A report commissioned by the British Government last year said that, despite the widespread fears, no conclusive links with cancer had been proven.

7 Amazing Benefits Of Drinking Water First Thing In The Morning

Since almost half of the body is made up of water, drinking several cups every day is one of the simplest ways to better your health and lifestyle.

Notwithstanding, what you may not be aware of is that there is an easier way to enjoy the amazing benefits of water and improve your general wellbeing. 

All you have to do is to drink water after you wake up in the morning. It may sound so easy but many people do not do it. Perhaps after reading these benefits of drinking water in the morning shared by Jumia Travel you would imbibe the habit.

6 Reasons Not To Use Your Phone In Bed At Night

Many people now sleep with their phones in bed at night. This is an obvious sign of phone addiction that they dream about their devices. Unbelievable but true. This is not really good. So, before you get into your bed tonight, Jumia Travel, the leading online travel agency, urges you to check out these reasons not to use your smartphone in bed at night.

You will be unable to sleep

This is the most obvious reason why you should never use your phone in bed. You will never be able to sleep because of all the notifications that are disrupting and disturbing your sleep. Of course, you know that doctors recommend at least 8 hours of sleep daily. Your phone should be on silent if you really want to get a smooth and uninterrupted nap. 

5 Foods You Should Never Eat Before You Sleep

It’s a soothing feeling to feel sleepy and be able to get on your bed and go straight to sleep without any disturbance or disruptions. Eating foods at the wrong can cause such disturbance. Jumia Travel shares 5 foods you should never eat before bed to have a sound night’s sleep.

Chicken 

Chicken or any type of protein tends to interfere with your sleep if consumed at night or before bed. This is because digestion typically slows down while you’re sleeping and if you eat a significant portion of protein before bed, it further slows down digestion and the meal takes a much longer time to digest. Therefore, rather than focusing on sleeping, your body is instead focusing on digesting. However, combining carbohydrate foods with protein can help tip the balance in favour of a good night’s sleep.

5 Fascinating Reasons You Should Drink Cucumber Water Everyday

5 Fascinating Reasons You Should Drink Cucumber Water Everyday

For those who find water boring and scarcely drink it, you can drink Cucumber water. This is because it gives you additional nutritional and health benefits compared with water. Hence, there is no need to down soft drinks daily anymore.

 Keeps you hydrated Cucumber water will satisfy your desire for water and keep you hydrated round-the-clock. It regulates your body temperature as well as kills toxins that have infested your body. You will barely experience dehydration if you take Cucumber water very often.

5 Signs of Low Blood Sugar

5 Signs of Low Blood Sugar

Sugar is a chemical substance that our body requires for proper function. However, you are at risk if the sugar content in your body is too high or too low. Hence, it has to be balanced. Hypoglycemia or low blood sugar can cause both short and long-term complications. In line with this, Jumia Travel discusses the warning signs of low blood sugar.

7 Surprising Things You Could Do With Eggs

Treat a Cut The thin membrane from a hard-boiled egg can be applied on cuts to promote healing. The membrane has wound-healing nutrients and can be used as a bandage for cuts. You have to be gentle when applying the membrane on the wound though, so it doesn’t cut from over stretching.