Health
10 indigenous plants that have saved Ghanaian lives for centuries
Basil leaves are known to be good for digestion and also fight diabetes. One of its hidden benefits, according to experts, is its ability to fight depression.
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DIY: Hair Sugar Wax
Hold the waxed skin area tight with a soft massage to relieve waxing pain of any sort. NB: sugar is sticky so wash off stains with soap and water after w
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Study finds pesticide use linked to Parkinson’s in Rocky Mountain, Great Plains region
The results remained the same when researchers adjusted for other factors that could affect the risk of Parkinson’s disease, such as air pollution exposure.
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Study confirms anti-inflammatory property of traditional Samoan remedy
According to Molimau-Samasoni, when she and her colleagues were looking for medicinal plants for their research, they realized that some were becoming harder to find.
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Ghana’s medicinal plants, the ‘first aid’ for communities, are under threat
This transfer of ethnobotanical knowledge has been possible through parental training and community knowledge sharing via word-of-mouth recommendations,” Asigbaase said.
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Ghana’s MoH launches Health TV station
He said the TV station would promote a variety of health information at different levels, and the public would be educated not only on shows
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DIY: Aloe Vera oil
reat and heal scalp issues (dandruff & itchy scalp) NB: you may add an essential oil (lavender, peppermint, tea tree oil, or eucalyptus oil)
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SORGHUM LEAVES: THE LOCAL HERB THAT MAKES WAAKYE MEDICINAL
Again, waakye leaves, as affectionately called in Ghana has blood boosting abilities. Because of the presence of iron and copper in there, the blood formation properties of this herb is not to be underrated. Copper helps the absorption of iron…
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Red light can reduce blood glucose levels, says study
Sunlight has a balance between red and blue, but we now live in a world where blue light is dominant because although we do not see it,
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Caffeine: here’s how quitting can benefit your health
But if you’re seriously considering removing caffeine from your diet, the best way to do so is gradually. Going “cold turkey” will bring on side effects
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Researchers investigate long-term outcomes after severe childhood malnutrition
“Urgent action is needed, not just to save lives short-term, but to ensure the long-term health, development and well-being of any survivors
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DIY: Natural Hair Care Regimen
Possess antioxidant, anti-inflammatory properties and nutrients for strong and healthy hair growth
Protect the scalp from dandruff
