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Discover the Health Benefits of Okro : A Nigerian Superfood

Okro, often called “lady’s fingers,” is a staple in Nigerian kitchens. Known for its slimy consistency, this vegetable is more than just a culinary delight—it’s a nutritional powerhouse that can boost your health in many ways. Let’s explore why okro deserves a prime spot on your plate and how you can make the most of […]

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Proper Hydration for Improved Health

Water is the essence of life, vital for our health and well-being. Achieving proper hydration through sufficient water intake is key to ensuring our bodies function at their best. Water supports essential bodily functions, from maintaining fluid balance and aiding digestion to enhancing nutrient absorption and regulating body temperature. Staying hydrated wards off dehydration, which

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Caffeine and Weight

A psychoactive substance that acts as a stimulant in the brain Pros: Could reduce hunger, promote oxidation or burning of fat. In the absence of additives like sugar, sweetened creamer may cause minor weight loss. Other effects include increase alertness, decreased fatigue Cons: In higher doses caffeine may lead to anxiety, tremors, increased heart rate,

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Dietary Fiber and Weight

Pros: Dietary fiber contributes to increased satiety (or fullness) during meals, enhances, insulin sensitivity, delays carbohydrates absorption and because humans do not have enzyme to digest fiber (and consequently absorb the fiber), as the fiber goes through the gastrointestinal tract, soluble fiber may bind nutrients like glucose and exit the body with the glucose resulting

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Think ‘Fat Loss’ Not ‘Weight Loss’

A structured weight loss program monitored with a body composition analyzer is an invaluable tool during weight loss. The InBody 570 uses patented technology that relies on direct measurements and can perform segmental (limbs and trunk) measurements. It uses multiple frequencies of current to provide more accurate measurements – and does not rely on statistical data to

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