Inadequate sanitation and poor hygiene habits are rife in certain areas of Lomé. This situation is becoming increasingly worrying, as it compromises the health of the population. A team from Santé-Education took a tour of some of the city's neighborh
Black pepper, or piper nigrum by its scientific name, is the most widely used and common pepper. What are the health benefits of pepper, from its medicinal uses to the problems it can cause the human body ?
Diabetes is a group of chronic diseases characterised by a permanent increase in blood sugar levels. There are several types of diabetes, the cause of which may be due either to a defect in insulin secretion by the pancreas, or to a defect in the act
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 day puts the liver at
A study presented at the British Cardiovascular Society conference in London has shown that drinking beetroot juice every day for six months after a stent procedure reduced the risk of angina patients having a heart attack.
People with no cardiovascular risk factors at the age of 45 live much longer and in better health than others, reports a study published in the American Heart Association's journal « Circulation ». A healthy heart at 45 increases life expectancy by 7
Salt plays a crucial role in the body, but excessive consumption can have harmful consequences for health. Nutritionists warn of the harmful effects of excess salt on the body. They have identified four warning signs. It is essential to be aware of t
Le fenugrec est l’une des épices aux bienfaits méconnus. Il est utilisé dans la pharmacopée traditionnelle, à la fois pour atténuer les infections et les inflammations, pour ses vertus digestives. On retrouve les graines dans certaines boutiques diét
Shivering is a normal bodily reaction that occurs when the body tries to keep warm. They manifest as involuntary muscle contractions. Shivering is the body's natural defence mechanism for maintaining body temperature or fighting infection. What are t
Heavy legs are a common sensation, often attributed to normal fatigue or poor circulation. However, recent scientific studies have highlighted a possible link between heavy legs and high blood pressure.
Regulatory Authority For Electronic Communications And Postal Services (ARCEP), is launching a nationwide information and awareness-raising tour for members of consumer associations and local authorities in Togo on Monday June 19, as well as a custom
Following in the footsteps of opinion leaders (priests, pastors, imams, traditional chiefs), the Network of People Living with HIV in Togo (RAS+ Togo) is also involving media professionals in the fight against HIV-related stigma and discrimination. F