Tag: diabetes

I’ve been living with this disease for more than 30 years – Obasanjo

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo on Friday led a crowd of people for a road walk for diabetes awareness in Abeokuta, Ogun, declaring that he walks with agility at 80, despite…

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Diabetes: Researchers develop drug to replace insulin injection

by Omoleye Omoruyi A research by Australian scientists reveals that diabetic patients might soon be able to use drugs instead of insulin injections in treating the illness. Led by the Universoty…

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Nollywood actor, Prince James Uche is dead

Veteran Nollywood actor, Prince James Uche is dead. His death was announced on Wednesday via Instagram by Nollywood actress, Chioma Okoye. Uche had been battling with diabetes which had led…

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Nollywood actor, Jide Kosoko’s wife dies

Henrietta Kosoko, the wife of Nollywood actor, Jide Kosoko, is dead. Henrietta, also an actress, was reported to have given up the ghost on Monday morning. The deceased, who's a…

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5 healthy reasons to eat mangoes

by TNN The high content of vitamin A found in Mangoes is great for eyes since the vitamin can help prevent night blindness and dry eyes. Aids digestion:  Mangoes contain…

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‘It decreases your cancer risk’: 19 benefits of getting your body in shape

by Sarah Klien Even without a clinical diagnosis, working out will lift your spirits. Whether or not you find the elusive runner's high or not, there's no denying the extra blood flow…

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5 reasons you should drink coffee daily

by Ano Patel There are two kinds of people - those who drink tea and those who drink coffee. While both the beverages come with their individual health benefits, the…

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Everything you should know about weight loss surgery (READ)

by Shachi Lavingia, Team iDiva Even though it takes time for the changes to be visible, you do lose a lot of weight as is obvious, but in order to maintain…

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Did you know? 6 health benefits of cucumber

by Beverley Lewis 1. Cucumbers are not only the perfect summer food, they are also the best sources of potassium. Cucumbers containantioxidants like vitamin B, A, C zea-xanthin and lutein. These…

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Keep the doctors away: 10 healthy reasons to eat apples

by Sobiya N. Moghul A Brazilian study found that women who ate three apples or pears per day lost more weight while dieting than women who did not eat fruit while dieting.…

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6 lies you should NEVER tell your doctor

by TNN More often than not, obese people consider themselves a ‘healthy’ size and too many of us are blissfully unaware of the true impact our lifestyles are having on…

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You might need this: 5 healthy drinks for diabetics

by Trina Remedios  Diabetics can also drink coffee, but... 1. Milk: Pros: Rich in vitamins and calcium, milk contains healthy culture that improves the digestive tract. Cons: This liquid is rich in…

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What your mouth reveals about your state of health

by Lisa Antao Usually, mouth ulcers occur when the body's immune system is weak. 1. Pain in upper molars — Sinusitis The root cause of acute pain in the upper…

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Opinion: Air, air, everywhere, but not a place to breathe in Lagos

by Ogaga Ifowodo   But I exaggerate because it is clear to me that we are getting dangerously close to a similar ordeal as the Ancient Mariner’s with regard to…

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OJ Simpson ‘has only 3 MONTHS to live because of an extreme case of diabetes’

OJ Simpson has only three months to live as a  result of his extreme case of diabetes and unhealthy lifestyle behind bars. The combination of 'sky high' blood pressure,  a…

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On our radar: 5 sneaky health issues doctors miss

by Kathleen Rellihan And like with all these sneaky health issues, eating a balanced diet, exercising regularly and limiting stress is key... If you've ever felt like your MD brushed off…

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35 diseases and counting: Discover the great healing power of water

from Healthy Survivalist Don’t assume that bottled water is necessarily a better option than tap water. Most bottled water is of questionable quality and largely made up of tap water…

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For real? Men who don’t brush their teeth regularly are more likely to have erection problems

Men who regularly brush their teeth - thereby reducing their risk of gum disease - are less likely to suffer from erectile dysfunction than their less hygienic counterparts. New research…

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TICKER: #WeShouldWorry: 6 million Nigerians suffer from diabetes

No fewer than six million Nigerians are estimated to be living with diabetes just as the disease is expected to account for 52 percent of deaths in the country by…

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“Everybody who went to see her in the hospital cried” – Psquare opens up on mother’s death

by Adeniyi Abdul Music duo Psquare have opened up on the death of their mother which happened this month. Peter Okoye, one of the duo, in an interview with Encomium…

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