Native to tropical Africa, the fruits of the selim pepper, in Ewé « Etso », look like dark brown bean pods, about 2.5 to 5 cm long. Each pod contains around 5 to 8 kidney-shaped seeds. The slightly bitter selim pepper is used as an essential spice in
Thousands of Togolese people work at night. According to a study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, after 5 years of working at night, there is a significant cardiovascular impact. Maintaining a balanced diet is therefore vital
Eucalyptus is a tree widely used in traditional medicine for its virtues. Essential oil extracted from eucalyptus leaves contains beneficial compounds such as eucalyptol, a powerful antiseptic, as well as antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties
The Union Régionale des Apiculteurs de la Région Centrale - Togo, (COOP-CA API -CENTRALE) is taking part in the fourth edition of the "Made in Togo" fair, which began on 28 July 2023 and ends today, 06 August 2023, where it is exhibiting a range of h
The juice of the fruit of the baobab tree, known in Ewe as « Alangban », is a superfood packed with health benefits. Native to Africa, this majestic tree is known for its exceptional longevity and ability to survive in arid conditions. Baobab fruit i
Once back at home, the woman who has given birth may feel the need to be accompanied. If necessary, she can benefit from post-natal follow-up sessions with a midwife. These sessions provide an opportunity to discuss difficulties and questions about b
Grapefruit is a well-known diuretic. Everything about grapefruit is good: the flesh, the peel, the membrane and even the seeds. Grapefruit is packed with phytochemicals that give it antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, including flavonoids a
The National Institute of Health Insurance (INAM) according to its promise, pays the 70% of unpaid care bills to health centers and pharmacies. We recall that in recent months, reluctance or even refusal on the part of certain care centers and pharma
Le Programme National de Lutte contre la Tuberculose du Togo en collaboration avec le Programme National de Lutte contre la Tuberculose au Bénin, l’Union internationale contre la tuberculose et les maladies respiratoires, la Communauté d'universités
Le contenu de l’assiette est très important pour la santé, mais qu’en est-il de la vitesse de consommation ? Le quotidien surchargé pousse parfois à engloutir les repas à toute vitesse, entre un rendez-vous et un coup de téléphone. Or, le système dig
La graine de courge en Ewé « Goussi » assaisonne les sauces, cakes et recettes de pain. « Goussi » est riche vitamines (A, B1, B2), et contient des sels minéraux dont le magnésium, fer, phosphore, zinc, cuivre, potassium, calcium, des acides gras in
Bronchitis is an inflammation of bronchi of viral or bacterial origin, or secondary to toxic products; the bronchus is therefore the tube in which air circulates in the lungs. In Togo, Acute Respiratory Infections of the child (IRA), especially bronc