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The Chinese and Japanese drink hot tea with their meals. Yes, hot tea even when the meal is hot. As Africans, especially Togolese, we find this rather strange. You often sit down to eat with a good bottle of fresh water or a cold drink.
Chocolate is excellent for concentration, according to the results of a study published in the medical journal NeuroRegulation. It also lowers blood pressure.
A study published in the US Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology may well make social networking addicts pull the plug for a while. According to the results, the more you use social networks, the greater your risk of
An adult can breathe up to 20,000 times a day under normal conditions. When the regularity of your breathing starts to suggest a problem, you need to keep an eye on what's going on. Starting to feel tired simply by climbing stairs or doing odd jobs a
A patient suffering from a chronic illness must scrupulously adhere to the treatment prescribed in order to stabilise his or her state of health. However, in practice, compliance with treatment often fails due to a number of factors: forgetfulness, e
Many people are unable to climb even one flight of stairs without running out of breath. This can change with the right diet. According to an American study published in the
The alternation between fasting and excess during Ramadan can disrupt the metabolism and unbalance blood sugar levels in diabetics. Here are a few dietary tips to help you make the most of this period.
Grandmothers used to make carrot syrup to combat coughs. Rich in vitamins and minerals, this vegetable helps boost the immune system. This natural alternative is perfect for combating
Runny or stuffy nose ? Suffering from a cold ? Here's a simple, effective solution to help you get better fast. Garlic is another effective remedy for colds and flu symptoms.
Sweetened drinks such as cans should be consumed in moderation, as they are harmful to health. But according to a study by the French National Institute for Health and Medical Research (INSERM/France), consuming 33 centilitres
A course of lemon stimulates the secretion of bile, the main role of which is to promote the absorption and expulsion of fats. It also helps to restore the acid-base balance by neutralising
As well as insulin, there's another simple trick that could help lower blood sugar levels. According to a New Zealand study published in the medical journal Diabetologia, a ten-minute walk after dinner helps to control