Hypertension is a chronic disease. It is defined by an increase in pressure in the arteries. Cardiologists talk about the benefits of certain fruits for heart health.
The red jatropha « Babatidjin » in Ewe, contains bioactive compounds that give it medicinal properties. These include alkaloids, flavonoids and polyphenols, which act synergistically to provide health benefits, including appetite stimulation.
Wagashi or Fulani cheese is a popular food in the West African sub-region, particularly in Togo. Made from cow's milk, it is prepared according to Fulani culinary tradition, with the addition of a natural coagulant (Calotropis procera or Sodom apple
Le nombre de cas de tuberculoses pédiatriques augmentent d’année en année avec un cas de décès toutes les deux minutes alors qu’une mise sous traitement rapide est essentielle selon l’Organisation Mondiale de la Santé (OMS). Plus de 90% des enfants a
Fifty-two laboratory technicians working in the fight against tuberculosis and the fight against AIDS, viral hepatitis and STIs received training at the beginning of March, designed to build their capacity in the maintenance of GeneXpert equipment in
Urine can reveal a person's state of health. So always check the colour and appearance of the urine. Sometimes urine becomes frothy. Is this a sign of some kind of illness?
Après Lomé, Kpalimé, Sokodé et Kara, l’Institut National d’Assurance Maladie (INAM) a organisé mardi 12 mars 2024 à Dapaong, la dernière étape des « Universités du 3ème âge ». C’était en présence du préfet de Tône, Tchimbiandja Yendoukoa Douti, des a
The togolese government accelerates the effective implementation of universal health insurance (MVA). So all the different actors are now involved for the extension of social protection to all layers of the Togolese population. This inclusive approac
The research was conducted by an American team (Weill Cornell Medical Center). They initially focused on mice, fed with an extremely high-salt diet, equivalent to a very high consumption in humans. Observations show that this excess leads to....
With meals too rich, consumed too quickly, and reliance on processed foods, the feeling of heaviness in the stomach can be overwhelming. It's the malaise of the century, or nearly so. Many suffer from functional digestive disorders with a range of...
Exercise is a significant ally for health. Several studies show the benefits of physical activity on the human body. But it can also have effects on mood. Physical activity is good for morale. Several sports can be assets in daily life. Walking can..
It is not only the food itself that influences health in a positive or negative way. The way it is prepared, and especially the way it is cooked, is particularly important. And in this context, you have to be very careful with fried foods. Frying ...