Laboratory analyses also show that the phenolic compounds in eggplant contain anthocyanins, a type of flavonoid, and chlorogenic acid – a powerful free-radical scavenger, hence, this plant is counted among the healthiest of plants. The superfood is a good source of dietary fibre, as well as other minerals and vitamins such as vitamin B1, potassium,...
Tanzania is set to inoculate young girls and boys with the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine for girls and boys between nine and fourteen. The program is a significant step toward reaching the WHO global strategy to accelerate the elimination of cervical cancer. Among other targets outlined in the plan is tha by 2030, 90% of...
Last week, international superstar Justin Bieber shared a touching video announcing his suffering from a rare illness known as Ramsay Hunt Syndrome. He explained to us, “the nerve in my ear and facial nerves have caused my face to have paralysis.” Because of his viral video, we would be shedding more light on the nature...
Sugar is hard to avoid as the most popular food additive in processed foods. Secondly, it’s highly addictive. Most of us are addicted to sugar, whether we realize it or not. Stop eating sugar is difficult, but it can be done, and the rewards are many! Let’s look at 12 things that happen when you...
It is one of the most common types of red meat consumed worldwide, though it is against the law of some religions- including Islam and Judaism- to eat Pork. Like red meat, Pork has a reputation for being unhealthy. However, being high in protein and rich in many vitamins and other essential nutrients, also when...
Over 80 people in about 12 European countries have been infected with Monkeypox. The first reported case in the UK was on 7th May 2022 from a patient who recently visited Nigeria. Since then, the UK has confirmed over 20 cases. Monkeypox is spread by contact. Monkeypox can spread from close contact with infected people....
National Insitute for Medical Research (NIMR) has revealed intentions to produce vaccines in Tanzania to fight diseases and mitigate vaccine dependency, including COVID-19 vaccines. Prof Yunus Mgaya, NIMR Executive Director, made those remarks in Kilimanjaro when he toured Kibong’oto Infectious Disease Hospital in Siha District to supervise the ongoing construction of the modern laboratory. Professor...
Shaving off all your pubic hair has some adverse consequences. Most People want to take off all their pubic hair because it makes them comfortable with their sex partners and social conventions, or they feel it is cleaner that way. But shaving your pubic hair might not be such a good thing. Here is why...
In as little as two weeks to three months, signs and reactions to an HIV infection can occur in your body. If you have recently engaged in unprotected sex or shared an injectable needle with someone whose HIV status you cannot confirm, you should consider being tested for the HIV. An early HIV test is...
Contraceptive methods help to prevent pregnancies. This means using condoms is essentially a means of birth control. However, while birth control may be the primary purpose, a condom can also benefit the user. One such advantage is protection from sexually transmitted infections or STIs. However, too much of a good thing is bad for you,...