The kidneys are vital organs in the body. They are responsible for filtering waste products and excess fluid, and eliminating them through urine. Despite the fact that this organ is essential to our well-being, many people are unaware of the habits t
On 21 November 2023, the Minister of Health and Public Hygiene, Prof. Mijiyawa Mustapha, published a press release denouncing « rogue individuals using traditional medicine as a cover for claiming to cure diabetes with treatments. These treatments ar
Inflammation is nothing more than the body's immune response to harmful stimuli, such as irradiation, pathogens, damaged cells or toxic compounds. The body acts by initiating the healing process through inflammation, which is a defence mechanism vita
Voandzou, known as 'Azigokui' in Ewe, is a variety of bean grown and eaten in Togo. Rich in antioxidant micronutrients and proteins, voandzou is a complete food, but one that is totally overlooked. Its high protein content makes it an excellent veget
Few vegetables come in such a wide variety of shapes, sizes and colours. There are round, oval and banana-shaped aubergines. Their skin can be purple, green, reddish or even white. Only one characteristic is common to all varieties of aubergine: the
The festive season is a time for sharing, celebration and good cheer. But for many, it's also a great source of anxiety: the fear of putting on weight, of seeing all your efforts over the year wiped out in just a few meals. As a result, we often thin
The festive period is the perfect time to stop worrying about food, indulge yourself and eat hearty meals as you should. But that doesn't mean you should put on extra pounds in the space of a few days just before the start of the New Year. Of course,
The holiday season is particularly conducive to alcohol consumption. Champagne, cocktails, wine, at this time there is always a good opportunity to drink. But beware of excesses! If the consumption of alcohol is regularly associated with a moment of
« Christmas without Handicap » was celebrated on Friday December 22 at the Centre National d'Appareillage Orthopédique (CNAO) in Lomé. The aim of this initiative is to bring joy to children with disabilities during the Christmas and New Year celebrat
Senna leaves (Agoè Gbé in Ewé or Cassia senna, Cassia angustifolia) are known for their laxative properties. They are recommended in cases of constipation : phytotherapist Sénam Kokou Bédi-Djinékou explains that senna leaves have « the particularity
Togo is experiencing rapid urbanisation and an uncontrolled population explosion. This demographic explosion is leading to a high demand for drinking water. In recent years, there has been a proliferation of packaged water, commonly known as "pure wa
The festive period is usually marked by excess food and weight gain. We consume too much alcohol and foods rich in sugars and fats. How to combine pleasure and health during the festive period? What foods should be preferred? Here are some dietary ti