Certain vegetables can help to combat minor pregnancy ailments such as nausea or constipation, backache, anaemia, stress and moodiness. These include spinach, cabbage, parsley, peppers, carrots and lettuce.
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
Rich in vitamins A, C, magnesium, calcium, manganese, potassium and iron, as well as flavouring dishes, bay leaves have invaluable health benefits. They help combat high blood pressure
Even if you're not a fan of vegetables, don't forget to include broccoli in your diet. The star vegetable of the anti-cancer diet, it also contains compounds that have positive effects on the cardiovascular system.
Rice is one of the most widely consumed foods in the world. It is an essential source of carbohydrates and provides the energy the body needs to function properly. However, not all types of rice offer the same nutritional benefits. So which types of
Every 03 March, World Obesity Day is an opportunity to raise awareness of the risks associated with this condition and the means of prevention. Obesity is defined as an excessive accumulation of body fat, resulting in health risks. It is measured by
Sexual intercourse has protective effects against certain serious diseases. A Scottish study at the University of Edinburgh claims that three hugs per week lengthens life by ten years. It confirms that sexual intercourse is beneficial to health, as i
Yébéssé Fionfion, known as Shito in northern Togo and Ghana, is a chilli sauce that is a staple of West African cuisine. Its intense flavour and versatility make it a popular accompaniment to a host of dishes, including Kom, Ayimolu, fatty rice and y
Ramadan, a month dedicated to purifying the body and mind. The focus of Muslim believers is on spirituality, generosity, mutual aid and fasting from dawn to dusk. A whole day without anything to eat or drink until the sun goes down. Because often aft
Viagra® (sildenafil) is prescribed by doctors to treat or improve erectile dysfunction. However, many people, including young people and adolescents, take sildenafil without medical advice. This is simply to increase their sexual performance, even if
What kind of saint will the Togolese be worshipping at this time of extreme heat? For several days now, many people have been finding it difficult to sleep in their rooms at midday and during the night. During the day, with temperatures between 30 an