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EASY HOMEMADE CLAY MOUTHWASH ( Francis Owusu-Banahene, T/Dr)

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HOW TO MAKE NATURAL MOUTHWASH  Mouthwash (mouth rinse, oral rinse, or mouth bath) is simply a liquid product used to rinse the mouth. Generally, mouthwash is used to fight against bad breath or to prevent tooth decay. Specific uses of mouthwashes depend mainly on their components: 1.                 1.     Antiseptic mouthwashes: these are intended to reduce the microbic load in a person’s mouth or                for     analgesic and anti-inflammatory actions. Cosmetic mouthwashes are used for the temporary control of bad breath. Prescription mouthwashes: these are used prior to or after surgery procedures (e.g., tooth extraction) or prescribed in the case of oral ulcers and mouth pain. Risks associated with mouthwash Mouthwashes usually contain high volumes of alcohol and fluoride and, as a result, pose the following risks to especially habitual ...

5 ENEMIES OF THE HEART & HOW TO CONQUER THEM (Francis Owusu-Banahene, T/Dr)

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  “While we recognize that the creator, within the marvelous design of life, placed components—each with an assigned purpose—in the body, it seems that in every person’s mind, the heart is the organ given the most attention.” (Jorge Alberto Gonzalez, MD) The heart is the principal organ for circulation and of the cardiovascular system, a network of blood vessels (veins, arteries, and the lymphatic system) that pumps blood throughout the body. As a nonstop engine, the heart beats about 70 times per minute, 4200 times an hour, and more than 100,000 times per day. Functions of the heart The primary function of the heart is to move blood throughout the body. Others include controlling the rhythm and speed of the heart rate and maintaining blood pressure. These functions of the heart are not achieved in isolation but rather with the support of other body systems, such as the nervous system and the endocrine system. For optimal functioning, the heartbeats should always be stro...

12 AMAZING HEALTH BENEFITS OF PASSION FRUIT (By: Caleb Asiedu)

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The edible part of passion flower is called passion fruit; another name for passion fruit is passion flora edulis. It is a round fruit with a purple or yellow skin when mature, which is native to Brazil, Paraguay, and northern Argentina. Passion fruit is a medicinal plant distributed in warm temperatures, tropical regions, and subtropical areas for its sweet, seedy fruit. It contains a soft pulp and lots of seeds inside a hard rind. You can eat the seeds and pulp, juice them, or add them to other juices. Passion fruit has recently gained a lot of attention because it is a source of powerful antioxidants and may also have other health benefits. Studies have shown that one passion fruit is richer in polyphenols than many other tropical fruits, including banana, mango, papaya, and pineapple. This article looks at 12 major possible health benefits of passion fruit. MAJOR HEALTH BENEFITS 1.    STRENGTHENS THE BONES: There is more magnesium, phosphorus, calcium, and iron i...

7 BENEFITS OF EXERCISE FOR DIABETICS (Francis Owusu-Banahene T/Dr)

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  Diabetes mellitus (sweet urine), as scientifically known, is a metabolic disorder, meaning it alters the body’s processing and distribution of macronutrients (e.g., protein, fats, and carbohydrates). Diabetes occurs when there is consistently more glucose in a person’s blood than is necessary for normal body functioning. The elevated glucose levels in the blood may be due to: The kidney’s inability to filter all the glucose in the blood The unrefined glucose starts showing up in the urine, hence the term “sweet urine”—diabetes mellitus. When there are excess fat deposits in the blood or within the arterial walls. These fat deposits impede the activity of insulin in transferring glucose to the various organs of the body, as in the case of type 2 diabetes. When the body (pancreas) can’t produce insulin or produces it in very low amounts, as in the case of type 1 diabetes, Metabolic syndrome: central obesity, high levels of triglyc...

PREGNANCY AND EXERCISE: THE DOS AND DON'TS (By: Eugenia Ameyaa Gyan, RM)

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  Right from the time a woman notices she's pregnant, she's surrounded by a lot of dos and don'ts, of which exercise is included. Most people think that a woman doesn't have to be so active or engage in physical activity to stay healthy during pregnancy. Unless objected to by a physician, it is always safe and necessary to exercise during pregnancy, especially when done under medical supervision. Benefits of Exercise During Pregnancy As already indicated, exercise is an important part of a healthy pregnancy and offers numerous benefits for both the mother and the baby, such as: It increases blood flow to the placenta, which is good for the developing baby. It helps enhance energy levels and reduce pregnancy-related fatigue. Prepares you for labor and delivery by strengthening your pelvic floor muscles to prevent pelvic floor injuries during delivery. It helps reduce common pregnancy discomforts such as pelvic pain, constipation, ...