The world is indeed blessed with plants that provides solution to various ailments. Plants and herbs like Uda(negro pepper) has been used to treat and manage ailment due to it's high phytochemical constituents. The many side effects of modern synthetic medicine had encouraged people to return back to roots and herbs just like our forefathers.

According to Murray A. (1998), The use of herbs requires good knowledge of the toxicity dosage, purity, suitable extraction solvent and adverse effects. Prolonged use of Xylopia aethiopica(uda) without proper monitoring of the usage can cause adverse effects on the reproductive system of man by affecting the sperm count, motility and viability as reported(Burkhills,1985).

Also Negro pepper has the ability to cause abortion of foetus in pregnant women. Obembe et al., (2015) reveals that the aqueous extract of the Negro pepper can significantly reduce the haemoglobin concentration. Moreover, it also increases the bleeding and clotting time as well as reduces the white blood cell count and mean corpuscular haemoglobin.

Negro pepper( Xylo-pia aethiopica ) also known as Uda by the Igbos in Nigeria, has different other names like Senegal pepper, selim pepper, Ethiopian pepper, African Guinea pepper. Uda is a tall evergreen aromatic tree, growing as tall as 20m high found in Africa, Brazil and South America.
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It has valuable content

*Cholesterol* is finally officially removed from Naughty List
The US government has finally accepted that *cholesterol* is not a _nutrient of concern_. doing a U-turn on their warnings to us to stay away from high-cholesterol foods since the 1970s to avoid heart disease and clogged arteries.
This means eggs, butter, full-fat dairy products, nuts, coconut oil and meat have now been classified as *safe* and have been officially removed from the _nutrients of concern_ list.
The US Department of Agriculture, which is responsible for updating the guidelines every five years, stated in its findings for 2015: "Previously, the Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommended that cholesterol intake be limited to no more than 300 mg/day.
"The 2015 DGAC will not bring forward this recommendation because available evidence shows no appreciable relationship between consumption of dietary cholesterol and serum (blood) cholesterol, consistent with the AHA/ACC (American Heart Association / American College of Cardiology)
The Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee will, in response, no longer warn people against eating high-cholesterol foods and will instead focus on sugar as the main substance of dietary concern.

US cardiologist Dr Steven Nissen said: _It's the right decision_. _We got the dietary guidelines wrong. They've been wrong for decades_."
"When we eat more foods rich in this compound, our bodies make less. If we deprive ourselves of foods high in cholesterol - such as eggs, butter, and liver - our body revs up .
The Real Truth about Cholesterol
The majority of the cholesterol in you is produced by your liver. Your brain is primarily made up from cholesterol. It is essential for nerve cells to function. Cholesterol is the basis for the creation of all the steroid hormones, including estrogen, testosterone, and corticosteroids. High cholesterol in the body is a clear indication
which shows the liver of the individual is in good health.
Dr. George V. Mann M.D. associate director of the Framingham study for the incidence and prevalence of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and its risk factors states: _Saturated fats and cholesterol in the diet are not the cause of coronary heart disease_. _That myth is the greatest deception of the century, perhaps of any century_
*Cholesterol is the biggest medical scam of all time*
There is no such thing as *bad Cholesterol*
So you can stop trying to change your Cholesterol level. Studies prove beyond a doubt, cholesterol doesn't cause heart disease and it won't stop a heart attack. The majority of people that have heart attacks have normal cholesterol levels.
OUR BODY NEEDS 950 mg OF CHOLESTEROL FOR DAILY METABOLISM AND THE LIVER IS THE MAIN PRODUCER.
ONLY 15% OF CHOLESTEROL IS BEING DONATED BY THE FOOD WE EAT. If the fat content is less in our food we eat, our liver
Got to work more to maintain the level at 950 mg. If the cholesterol level is high in our body, it shows the liver is working perfect.
Experts say that there is nothing like LDL or HDL.
…………..
….. *Cholesterol is not found to create block any where in human body*.
Please share the recent facts about CHOLESTEROL

Source
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Cloves are highly prized spice widely recognized for its medicinal and culinary values. It is the dried aromatic flower bud of a tree Syzyigium aromaticum. It belongs to the family of Myrtaceae. Cloves like other spice are available through out the year.

Cloves may be used to give aromatic and flavor qualities to hot beverages, often combined with other ingredients such as lemon and sugar. In Nigeria it is used to add flavor to Hibiscus tea(zobo drink)

Cloves just like other spices are packed with nutrients. It contains vitamins, minerals and fibre. According to whfood.com, Cloves are an excellent source of manganese. They are also a very good source of vitamin K and dietary fiber. They are also a good source of iron, magnesium and calcium.

The medicinal properties of cloves comes mainly from its essential oil. The essential oil contains eugenol an active compound well known for its antiplatelet, anti-vomiting, carminative, antacid, anti bacteria, antiviral , antifungal, antiseptic, gastroprotective, insecticide,insect repellent, anaesthetic, sedative,fragrant and flavouring properties. Other important consistuent of this spice include flavonoids, tannins, triterpenoids.



Medicinal properties of cloves

Relieves toothache

The anaesthetic property of cloves makes it a useful tool for treating toothache. It reduces the pain associated with toothache and also get rid of bacteria.

Improves digestion

Cloves may be used in the treatment of intestinal disorders like vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal bloating and other bowel problems. It improves digestion by stimulating the release of digestive enzyme.

Anti inflammatory

Eugenol in cloves has been observed to reverses inflammation and cellular oxidation (which causes aging) . It inhibits nerve transmission between cells and the synthesis of prostagladins. Prostagladine are lipids that aid in recovery at sites of tissue damage or infection.hormone.org

Antioxidant

Cloves contains highly beneficial and health promoting antioxidant which mop up free radicals from the body. The antioxidant in cloves help prevent oxidative damage.

Aphrodisiac

Cloves contains components that has the ability to enhance sexual performance. Experiments on clove and nutmeg extracts were tested against standard drugs administered for that reason and both clove and nutmeg showed positive results.organicfacts.net

Anti fungal and anti bacteria

Cloves establish an environment not friendly to harmful organisms. According to globalhealingcentre.com, Clove, wintergreen, cinnamon, and peppermint are just some of the many essential oils that have demonstrated action against bacteria, fungus, and yeast, including candida. [4] [5]

Mosquito repellent

Research conducted by Thailand’s Mahidol University also found clove oil to be extremely effective at repelling mosquitoes.

http://nutrifactsblog.com/blog/2017/04/07/6-amazing-medicinal-properties-cloves/

Cloves
Cloves
Cloves are highly prized spice widely recognized for its medicinal and culinary values. It is the dried aromatic flower bud of a tree Syzyigium aromaticum. It belongs to the family of Myrtaceae. Cloves like other spice are available through out the year.

Cloves may be used to give aromatic and flavor qualities to hot beverages, often combined with other ingredients such as lemon and sugar. In Nigeria it is used to add flavor to Hibiscus tea(zobo drink)

Cloves just like other spices are packed with nutrients. It contains vitamins, minerals and fibre. According to whfood.com, Cloves are an excellent source of manganese. They are also a very good source of vitamin K and dietary fiber. They are also a good source of iron, magnesium and calcium.

The medicinal properties of cloves comes mainly from its essential oil. The essential oil contains eugenol an active compound well known for its antiplatelet, anti-vomiting, carminative, antacid, anti bacteria, antiviral , antifungal, antiseptic, gastroprotective, insecticide,insect repellent, anaesthetic, sedative,fragrant and flavouring properties. Other important consistuent of this spice include flavonoids, tannins, triterpenoids.



Medicinal properties of cloves

Relieves toothache

The anaesthetic property of cloves makes it a useful tool for treating toothache. It reduces the pain associated with toothache and also get rid of bacteria.

Improves digestion

Cloves may be used in the treatment of intestinal disorders like vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal bloating and other bowel problems. It improves digestion by stimulating the release of digestive enzyme.

Anti inflammatory

Eugenol in cloves has been observed to reverses inflammation and cellular oxidation (which causes aging) . It inhibits nerve transmission between cells and the synthesis of prostagladins. Prostagladine are lipids that aid in recovery at sites of tissue damage or infection.hormone.org

Antioxidant

Cloves contains highly beneficial and health promoting antioxidant which mop up free radicals from the body. The antioxidant in cloves help prevent oxidative damage.

Aphrodisiac

Cloves contains components that has the ability to enhance sexual performance. Experiments on clove and nutmeg extracts were tested against standard drugs administered for that reason and both clove and nutmeg showed positive results.organicfacts.net

Anti fungal and anti bacteria

Cloves establish an environment not friendly to harmful organisms. According to globalhealingcentre.com, Clove, wintergreen, cinnamon, and peppermint are just some of the many essential oils that have demonstrated action against bacteria, fungus, and yeast, including candida. [4] [5]

Mosquito repellent

Research conducted by Thailand’s Mahidol University also found clove oil to be extremely effective at repelling mosquitoes.

http://nutrifactsblog.com/blog/2017/04/07/6-amazing-medicinal-properties-cloves/

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I saw this whatsapp message and decided to share it here on this blog. I believe it has useful information that will save lives if adhered to.

A lady became very sick after drinking water left in a car overnight and she was ill for a couple of months.

Plastic Bottled water in your car is very dangerous!

Water in plastic container
Bottled water
On the Ellen show, Sheryl Crow said that this is what caused her breast Cancer. It has been identified as the most common cause of the high levels of dioxin in breast Cancer tissue..

Sheryl Crow's oncologist told her: women should not drink bottled water that has been left in a car. The heat reacts with the chemicals in the plastic of the bottle which releases dioxin into the water. Dioxin is a toxin increasingly found in breast Cancer tissue.

So please be careful and do not drink bottled water that has been left in a car.

Pass this on to all the women in your life. This information is the kind we need to know that just might save us!

Use a stainless steel canteen or a glass bottle instead of plastic!

LET EVERYONE KNOW PLEASE!

This information is also being circulated at Walter Reed Army Medical Center ...
No plastic containers in microwaves.
No plastic water bottles in freezers.
No plastic wrap in microwaves.

Dioxin chemical causes cancer, especially breast cancer.

Dioxins are highly poisonous to cells in our bodies.

Don't freeze plastic bottles with water in them as this releases dioxins from the plastic.

Recently the Wellness Program Manager at Castle Hospital , was on a TV program to explain this health hazard.

He talked about dioxins and how bad they are for us. He said that we should not be heating food in the microwave using plastic containers......

This especially applies to foods that contain fat.

He said that the combination of fat, high heat and plastic releases dioxin into the food.

Instead, he recommends using glass, such as Pyrex or ceramic containers for heating food... You get the same result, but without the dioxin..

So, such things as TV dinners, instant soups, etc., should be removed from their containers and heated in something else.

Paper isn't bad but you don't know what is in the paper. It's safer to use tempered glass, such as Pyrex, etc.

He reminded us that a while ago some of the fast food restaurants moved away from the styrene foam containers to paper. The dioxin problem is one of the reasons....

Also, he pointed out that plastic wrap, such as Cling film, is just as dangerous when placed over foods to be cooked in the microwave.
As the food is cooked, the high heat causes poisonous toxins to actually melt out of the plastic wrap and drip into the food..

Cover food with a paper towel instead.

This is an article that should be sent to anyone important in your life.

*Very very very important*
http://nutrifactsblog.com/blog/2017/03/21/plastic-bottled-water/

Ehu seeds is the spice behind the aromatic flavour and taste of some local delicacies like nkwobi, abacha, isi ewu , bangs soup, etc. Ehu seeds whose botanical name is Monodora Myristica is a tropical plant of West African origin. Different tribes in Nigeria has different names for Ehu seeds. The Yoruba's call it ariwo, Hausa's call it, gujiya dan miya, the igbos call it Ehu, ehuru. Its other names include African nutmeg, Jamaican nutmeg, calabash nutmeg etc.

African nutmeg comes in a shell that is usually removed to get the seed. The seed is then ground and added to soups pepper soup or stew as spice. Ehu seeds produce stronger aroma and taste if they are roasted moderately before use. Due to the strong flavor of this spice, A little quantity is usually enough so that the flavour does not over power other flavours of your food.

African nutmeg is rich in potassium, calcium, manganese, iron, zinc, copper, magnesium and vital B-complex vitamins, including vitamin C, folic acid, riboflavin, niacin, vitamin A and many flavonoid anti-oxidants that are essential for optimum health.m.guardian.ng.

African nutmeg contains essential oils which is responsible for its aroma and flavour. The essential oils include β-caryophyllene, α-humulene and α-pinene. The major compounds found in the essential oil from the seeds are α-phellandrene, α-pinene, myrcene, limonene and pinene. Wikipedia.com

Health Benefits of Ehu Seeds

Insect repellent.

The seeds and leaves of African nutmeg act as insect repellent to drive away live and fleas infestation.

Treat headaches.

Ehu seeds can be used to treat headaches and relieve body aches.

Treat Sores.

Extracts from Ehu seeds and leaves can be used to treat sores.
For more visit

http://nutrifactsblog.com/blog/2017/03/11/health-benefits-of-ehu-seeds-monodora-myristica/

Sexual performance can be enhanced with the help of certain foods. These foods has the ability to energize you, trigger your libido, and give you stronger orgasms. Taking these foods regularly will boost your performance in the bedroom.


Ginger
Ginger enhances one's sex life by aiding blood flow and improving artery health. It has also been shown to boost the levels of testeteron and sperm viability

GARLIC
Garlic contains an active compound called allicin which is responsible for many of it's health benefits.This compound stops plaques from building up in arteries and enhances blood flow to the joystick. It also increases the production of sperm.

Garlic also contain selenium an antioxidant necessary for sperm motility.

Meat.

Meat is a rich source of zinc. Zinc is essential for achieving sexual vitality because it stops testosterone from being converted into estrogen which is responsible for low libido. Zinc possesses protective properties which prevent free radicals from becoming part of sperm.
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http://nutrifactsblog.com/blog/2017/03/02/8-foods-that-enhance-male-sexual-performance/

It is the season of love. Unfortunately a lot of married couple are suffering in marriage due to inability of the man to perform. Sexual vitality is all about blood flow. So the heart, the organ responsible for pumping blood to the rest of the body should be in top shape for you to achieve that.

According to healthline.com, a healthy heart pumps blood to the rest of the body, providing muscles and organs with the oxygen needed for peak performance.

Testosterone is another factor that affect sexual performance. It is the male hormone responsibile for the development of male sexual characteristics. It’s the force behind a man’s sex drive. Testosterone naturally decreases with age. Symptom of Low testosterone include decrease in sexual desire, erectile dysfunction, depression, difficulty concentrating etc.

Natural ways to increase your sexual vitality.

Testosterone levels and in essence sexual vitality can be boosted naturally through several ways. They include

Consumption of healthy fats.
Please visit for more.
http://nutrifactsblog.com/blog/2017/02/19/8-natural-ways-to-increase-your-sexual-vitality/

A piece of advice for the man, Please, go and do a DNA test to ascertain if the child is actually yours. I don't want to hear stories that touch the heart after 32 years.

We all know the annoying symptoms of cough and catarrh. The constant sneezing, the blocked nostrils, the difficulty breathing and the high temperature are more than familiar symptoms of cough and catarrh or common cold- as it is popularly called.
Common cold is a transmittable infection of the upper respiratory tract. It is primarily caused by a viral infection and would come with symptoms like a running nose, nausea and headaches in some cases.
Drugs- tablets and syrups- are readily available for the treatment of common cold but of recent, people have been advocating for the use of more natural methods to tackle ailments instead of the constant consumption of chemical-based drugs.
Here are some natural remedies that you can readily use at home to treat your cough and catarrh.
Please visit the link below for more information.

http://nutrifactsblog.com/blog/2017/02/12/home-remedies-never-knew-can-cure-cough-catarrh/

Nothing beats the sensation one derives in drinking cold water in hot and dry weather. The feeling is so refreshing and rewarding that one tend to consume more of it. Although cold water tastes better and is more satisfying, it has some serious side effects. Health experts warn that drinking cold water has negative impact on the heart and the digestive system.

Effects of Cold water in the body

Regular consumption of cold water has some adverse effects on the body which are outlined below.

Slows down the digestion process

It is not advisable to drink cold beverages during meals because it decreases the activity of your digestive system. The temperature of cold water is at variance with that of the body. The body uses up the energy it would have used for digestion to raise the temperature leaving some of the food undigested. For more information on this visit

http://nutrifactsblog.com/blog/2017/02/11/harmful-effects-of-regular-cold-water-consumption/

We are all familiar with the discomfort that normally comes with common cold. The constant sneezing, coughing, fatigue, blocked nostrils, difficult breathing etc. These are diffculties one would not want to put up with for a long time. Sometimes the symptoms may be an indication of a more serious ailment.

Common Cold is a transmitable disease of the upper respiratory tract caused by a virus. It may result in the accumulation of mucus in the lungs. Mucus ordinarily is a slippery and watery substance in the body, which protects membranes and fight infection. However too much of mucus in the lungs will lead to breathing difficulties.

According to Mayoclinic.com, Mucus in the lungs may be accompanied by a constant need to clear the throat, a persistent cough, wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness and fatigue. These symptoms are mostly common during the winter period or cold season. It has been confirmed that more people die during the cold season than during summer as a result of cold.

There are several over the counter drugs that can be used to treat cold but it will be preferable to use natural remedy as they hardly leave any side effects. So whenever you notice these signs and symptoms don't reach for over-the-counter drugs try this natural remedy.

Natural Remedy for cold

Ingredients

1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar
Ginger
1 tablespoon of coconut oil
1 teaspoon of honey

Method of preparation:

Peel and cut a piece of ginger.

Drop it into a bowl of water and boil.

Leave it to cool for about 15minutes

Pour it into a glass

Add a teaspoon of coconut oil, a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar, and a teaspoon of honey.

Drink whenever you have difficulty breathing or chest congestion.

This natural remedy is sure to eliminate mucus from your lungs .

http://nutrifactsblog.com/blog/2017/02/05/the-best-natural-remedy-for-common-cold/

Ever heard of the word glycermic index? This is an index to watch out for in diets, if you want to decreased risk of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, metabolic syndrome, stroke, depression, chronic kidney disease and so many others. Glycermic index is an important factor in blood sugar level management.

When carbohydrates are consumed, they are digested to provide energy for the body. All carbohydrates are not created equal and do not produce the same amount of energy. In the past they are classified as either simple or complex but recently they are classified according to their glycermic index.

What is glycermic index.

Carbohydrates are classified according to how quickly they release sugar into the blood. According to glycermindex.com, The Glycemic Index (GI) is a relative ranking of carbohydrate in foods according to how they affect blood glucose levels. Glycemic Index uses a scale of 0 to 100, with higher values given to foods that cause the most rapid rise in blood sugar. Pure glucose serves as a reference point, and is given a Glycemic Index (GI) of 100. nutrition.self.com. Glycermic index measures the impact of food on blood sugar instead of counting the total amount of carbohydrates in foods in their unconsumed state.

For more visit the link below

http://nutrifactsblog.com/blog/2017/01/22/carbohydrates-glycermic-index/

Ever heard of the word glycermic index? This is an index to watch out for in diets, if you want to decreased risk of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, metabolic syndrome, stroke, depression, chronic kidney disease and so many others. Glycermic index is an important factor in blood sugar level management.

When carbohydrates are consumed, they are digested to provide energy for the body. All carbohydrates are not created equal and do not produce the same amount of energy. In the past they are classified as either simple or complex but recently they are classified according to their glycermic index.

What is glycermic index.

Carbohydrates are classified according to how quickly they release sugar into the blood.

For more information, visit

http://nutrifactsblog.com/blog/2017/01/22/carbohydrates-and-glycermic-index/

Nice work. Keep it up

It's a common practice in Nigeria for fruit sellers to use calcium carbide to ripen their products . Though in many countries this practice is prohibited or outrightly bound due to the harzadous nature of calcium carbide. Calcium carbide contains traces of arsenic and phosphorus hydrides which are poisonous.

Ripening is a natural process undergone by fruits when they are fully matured. During ripening fruits
soften, change colour and develop characteristic aroma and flavour. There is also a reduction in sourness (acids)
and increase in the sweetness, etc. What the farmers do is to artificially ripen these fruits with chemicals even before they are fully matured.

Traditional versus Artificial ripening

There several methods employed by farmers to hasten the ripening process traditionally. Produce like plantain and banana are put in a store and covered with dry banana leaves. Unripe fruits like mangoes, oranges etc are put in paper bags and covered to hasten ripening. For more on this article visit the link below


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Bitter leaf just like the name implies is a vegetable well known for its bitter taste. It is mostly used in the preparation of onugbu and egusi soup by the igbos in the eastern part of Nigeria . It is known by different names in different parts of Nigeria. The igbos call it onugbu, Ibibio call it etidot, Edo state call it oriwo, Hausa tribe call it chusar-doki, Yoruba call it ewuro.

Bitter leaf is a small shrub that grows in tropical Africa and is known botanically as Vernonia Amygdalina. Its bitterness is as a result of anti-nutritional factors such as glycoside, saponins, alkaloids and tannins. globalfoodbook.com

Bitter leaf has medicinal values and has been used effectively in the treatment of various ailments.
For more information on the benefits of bitter leaf, click on the link below.

http://nutrifactsblog.com/blog/2016/12/18/benefits-of-bitter-leaf-vernonia-amygdalina/

Bitter leaf just like the name implies is a vegetable well known for its bitter taste. It is mostly used in the preparation of onugbu and egusi soup by the igbos in the eastern part of Nigeria . It is known by different names in different parts of Nigeria. The igbos call it onugbu, Ibibio call it etidot, Edo state call it oriwo, Hausa tribe call it chusar-doki, Yoruba call it ewuro.

Bitter leaf is a small shrub that grows in tropical Africa and is known botanically as Vernonia Amygdalina. Its bitterness is as a result of anti-nutritional factors such as glycoside, saponins, alkaloids and tannins. globalfoodbook.com

Bitter leaf has medicinal values and has been used effectively in the treatment of various ailments.
For more information on the benefits of bitter leaf, click on the link below.

http://nutrifactsblog.com/blog/2016/12/18/benefits-of-bitter-leaf-vernonia-amygdalina/

Scent leaf which goes by the botanical name of ocimum gratissimum is a plant species mainly found in the tropics and used widely as spices. The unique aromatic taste of these leaves impart additional flavour (zest ) to the food prepared with it.

Scent leaves is known by different names in different parts of Nigeria. It is known as Ncho-anwu or Ahuji in Igbo; Efinrin in Yoruba, Aramogbo in Edo and Daidoya in Hausa.

Scent leaves has both nutritional and medicinal values. The Chemical composition of these leaves has physiological impart on the human body. Phytochemical analysis on both the fresh and dried leaves of the plant revealed the presence of terpenes, flavonoids, tannins, alkaloids, steroids, proteins, carbohydrate, fats and oils with the dried samples having higher concentrations. For more visit http://nutrifactsblog.com/blog/2016/11/13/benefits-of-scent-leaf-ocimum-gratissimum/

Scent leaf which goes by the botanical name of ocimum gratissimum is a plant species mainly found in the tropics and used widely as spices. The unique aromatic taste of these leaves impart additional flavour (zest ) to the food prepared with it.

Scent leaves is known by different names in different parts of Nigeria. It is known as Ncho-anwu or Ahuji in Igbo; Efinrin in Yoruba, Aramogbo in Edo and Daidoya in Hausa.

Scent leaves has both nutritional and medicinal values. The Chemical composition of these leaves has physiological impart on the human body. Phytochemical analysis on both the fresh and dried leaves of the plant revealed the presence of terpenes, flavonoids, tannins, alkaloids, steroids, proteins, carbohydrate, fats and oils with the dried samples having higher concentrations. For more visit http://nutrifactsblog.com/blog/2016/11/13/benefits-of-scent-leaf-ocimum-gratissimum/

Through its National Biosafety Management Agency,the Federal Government of Nigeria has issued a seven-day ultimatum to retail store giants, Shoprite and Next Cash ‘N’ Carry to withdraw any product that contains Genetically Modified Organisms from their stores or risk a total shutdown.

The Director-General, NBMA, Dr. Rufus Ebegba, said the complaints has come from the public about the sale of GMO foods in the two stores.
He stated, “Recently, we carried out a survey of likely GMO products and we have been able to have some collections, some materials that we call GMO suspects. We call them GMO suspects because we have not been able to ascertain their status.

“Why we have invited the superstores basically is for them to understand that some of their products need to be properly ascertained before they are brought in, especially the imported ones that may contain genetically modified materials, so that they will not run afoul of the law.

“There is a law in place. We will not want any segment of the society out of ignorance to act in manners that will infringe on the law. The Biosafety Management Act empowers the NBMA to regulate the activities of modern biotechnology and the use of genetically modified organisms.”

According to him, the agency will not be hesitant in shutting down stores found selling unregistered GMO products in the country.
Edegba encouraged representatives of the superstores to ensure that all GMO products on their shelves were duly registered by the agency by obtaining permits.

He said, “If they have any GMO food in their stores, they should withdraw them from their shelves within seven days. The NBMA will not hesitate to shut down those stores found selling GMO products. We will not want to see any GMO food in your stores. We urge you to comply with this Act.“We have taken samples, which we are analysing. This information is not peculiar to only the superstores. We are not threatening anybody, we are just telling you the consequences of dealing in GMO products if found in these stores. Within the next seven days, we believe you will withdraw from your shelves all foods that are derived from genetically modified organisms.”

The NBMA boss added, “Please, it is an advice and this advice is not without a legal backing. So we urge you to withdraw all GMO foods from your shelves and formalise your dealings by obtaining permits.
http://nutrifactsblog.com/blog/2016/10/16/gmo-foods-shoprite-next-superstores-may-be-shut-down-by-the-federal-government-business/

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Piper guineese(uziza) is a local spice used in Nigerian dishes. It gives a hot, slightly bitter and pungent aroma to the food. The spice has nutritional, culinary,medicinal value and insecticidal value . The presence of phytochemicals in Piper guineese shows that it has therapeutic properties. These spices are said to be therapeutically useful in the management of convulsion,
leprosy, stomachache, inflammation and/or rheumatoid pains, cough and loss of appetite. For more on this article visit.
http://nutrifactsblog.com/blog/2016/10/09/health-benefits-…neese-uziza-seed/

Piper guineese(uziza) is a local spice used in Nigerian dishes. It gives a hot, slightly bitter and pungent aroma to the food. The spice has nutritional, culinary,medicinal value and insecticidal value . The presence of phytochemicals in Piper guineese shows that it has therapeutic properties. These spices are said to be therapeutically useful in the management of convulsion,
leprosy, stomachache, inflammation and/or rheumatoid pains, cough and loss of appetite. For more on this article visit.
http://nutrifactsblog.com/blog/2016/10/09/health-benefits-…neese-uziza-seed/

The relationship between garlic and blood pressure
Garlic and blood pressure reduction
High blood pressure is an ailment that nobody prays to get. It is a precursor of several killer disease like heart attack and stroke. Any thing that will reduce the blood presure without side effect is always welcome. That is why despite the pungent and irritating smell of raw garlic people's still go ahead and eat them. I was sitting in my office one day and a woman walked in with this bad odour, I felt like throwing up. That is how bad the pungent smell of garlic can be.

Garlic is purported to be effective at reducing high blood pressure. several studies have shown that there is a relationship between garlic and blood pressure reduction. Garlic whose botanical name is allium sativum is closely related to oninos,shallot, leek,chive and rakkyo. The health benefit of garlic are attributed to its sulfur containing compounds: allicin, diallyl disulfide, diallyltrisulfide and others. Allicin is responsible for the pungent smell of garlic. The health benefit of garlic is derived when it is eating in a raw state. The active ingredient is produced when garlic is crushed or cut and left for some time.

What is the Connection between Garlic and Blood Pressure ?

The relationship between garlic and blood pressure reduction
Garlic and blood pressure reduction
Studies have shown that garlic can be used to reduce blood pressure in people with high blood pressure. The activities of angiotensin 2( a protein responsible for the increase in blood pressure) is inhibited by allicin and by so doing the blood pressure is reduced. In the red blood cells, the polysulphides present in garlic are converted to a gas called hydrogen sulphide. This helps dilate the blood vessels and also control blood pressure.

Apart from regulating the blood pressure garlic is also beneficial to the heart in the following ways

Lowers serum triglycerides and LDL- cholesterol levels.

For those with high cholesterol, garlic supplementation appears to reduce total and/or LDL cholesterol by about 10-15% (10, 11, 12).authoritynutrition.com

Decrease platelet aggregation.

Ajoene an anti cloting compound present in garlic promote heart health by preventing the formation of clots inside the blood vessels

Stimulate the production of nitric oxide

Garlic stimulate the production of nitric oxide. Nitric oxide is a powerful blood vessels dilatory. It relaxes the blood vessels thereby reducing the blood pressure.

Prevents arteriosclerosis

Garlic slows down the developmemt of atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries) and also prevents the arteries from being blocked.

Researchers have confirmed that consuming the garlic helps stop the formation of new fatty deposits, called nanoplaques, inside arterial walls. This includes the arteries leading to the joystick.

Antibiotic and Antioxidant Effects

Garlic is a powerful antibiotic that fight off diseases from the heart. It is effective against fungi, viruses and bacteria. It also helps protect the heart from the damaging effects of free oxygen radicals.

For garlic to have any effect on the blood pressure, it should be taken in large amount. Two or three cloves a day have cut the risk of subsequent heart attacks in half in heart patients.

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The relationship between garlic and blood pressure
Garlic and blood pressure reduction
High blood pressure is an ailment that nobody prays to get. It is a precursor of several killer disease like heart attack and stroke. Any thing that will reduce the blood presure without side effect is always welcome. That is why despite the pungent and irritating smell of raw garlic people's still go ahead and eat them. I was sitting in my office one day and a woman walked in with this bad odour, I felt like throwing up. That is how bad the pungent smell of garlic can be.

Garlic is purported to be effective at reducing high blood pressure. several studies have shown that there is a relationship between garlic and blood pressure reduction. Garlic whose botanical name is allium sativum is closely related to oninos,shallot, leek,chive and rakkyo. The health benefit of garlic are attributed to its sulfur containing compounds: allicin, diallyl disulfide, diallyltrisulfide and others. Allicin is responsible for the pungent smell of garlic. The health benefit of garlic is derived when it is eating in a raw state. The active ingredient is produced when garlic is crushed or cut and left for some time.

What is the Connection between Garlic and Blood Pressure ?

The relationship between garlic and blood pressure reduction
Garlic and blood pressure reduction
Studies have shown that garlic can be used to reduce blood pressure in people with high blood pressure. The activities of angiotensin 2( a protein responsible for the increase in blood pressure) is inhibited by allicin and by so doing the blood pressure is reduced. In the red blood cells, the polysulphides present in garlic are converted to a gas called hydrogen sulphide. This helps dilate the blood vessels and also control blood pressure.

Apart from regulating the blood pressure garlic is also beneficial to the heart in the following ways

Lowers serum triglycerides and LDL- cholesterol levels.

For those with high cholesterol, garlic supplementation appears to reduce total and/or LDL cholesterol by about 10-15% (10, 11, 12).authoritynutrition.com

Decrease platelet aggregation.

Ajoene an anti cloting compound present in garlic promote heart health by preventing the formation of clots inside the blood vessels

Stimulate the production of nitric oxide

Garlic stimulate the production of nitric oxide. Nitric oxide is a powerful blood vessels dilatory. It relaxes the blood vessels thereby reducing the blood pressure.

Prevents arteriosclerosis

Garlic slows down the developmemt of atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries) and also prevents the arteries from being blocked.

Researchers have confirmed that consuming the garlic helps stop the formation of new fatty deposits, called nanoplaques, inside arterial walls. This includes the arteries leading to the joystick.

Antibiotic and Antioxidant Effects

Garlic is a powerful antibiotic that fight off diseases from the heart. It is effective against fungi, viruses and bacteria. It also helps protect the heart from the damaging effects of free oxygen radicals.

For garlic to have any effect on the blood pressure, it should be taken in large amount. Two or three cloves a day have cut the risk of subsequent heart attacks in half in heart patients.

Reference

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The health benefits of yogurt

Most people are oblivious of the health benefits of yogurt but only consume it due to it's taste and cooling effect on the body.

I once heard the story of a boy who was down with diarrhoea. He was taken to the hospital and all manner of medication was given to him. Yet his condition got worse until a doctor prescribed yogurt and that was the end of the problem. Yogurt has several health benefits some of which are listed below

Gut Health

Yogurt is one of the great healing foods. It contains live, healthy bacteria in every creamy cupful. These bacteria are known as probiotics and are effective in regulating the digestive system and decreasing gas, diarrhoea,constipation and bloating. medicalnewstodHealth

Ulcers

These friendly bacteria normally compete with those bacteria that causes ulcers. The beneficial bacteria in yogurt include lactobacillus Bulgarians and L. Acidophilus. Enough of these bacteria in your system will kick out the ulcer causing bacteria

Acidic Stomach

Yogurt also help restore the healthy acidic environment in the intestines. The natural sugar in yogurt called lactose breaks down into lactic acid during digestion. A highly acidic stomach environment makes it difficult for disease causing bacteria to survive.

Osteoporosis

Yogurt as a diary product is rich in calcium and protein. These two nutrients are associated with high bone density in people of all ages. Consumption of yogurt may reduce the risk of osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is a condition characterised by weak and brittle bones.

Boost immunity

Some strains of bacteria found in yogurt are effective in boosting the immune system. According to webmd.com, In research on elderly people, researchers found that the duration of all illnesses was significantly lower in a group that consumed a certain probiotic found in fermented milk

When buying yogurt, look for brands labelled 'live and active cultures',which contains the beneficial live bacteria. Some manufacturer heat the yogurt after adding the cultures , you cannot derive the benefits listed above from such yoghurt because the bacteria has been denatured.

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The health benefits of yogurt

Most people are oblivious of the health benefits of yogurt but only consume it due to it's taste and cooling effect on the body.

I once heard the story of a boy who was down with diarrhoea. He was taken to the hospital and all manner of medication was given to him. Yet his condition got worse until a doctor prescribed yogurt and that was the end of the problem. Yogurt has several health benefits some of which are listed below

Gut Health

Yogurt is one of the great healing foods. It contains live, healthy bacteria in every creamy cupful. These bacteria are known as probiotics and are effective in regulating the digestive system and decreasing gas, diarrhoea,constipation and bloating. medicalnewstodHealth

Ulcers

These friendly bacteria normally compete with those bacteria that causes ulcers. The beneficial bacteria in yogurt include lactobacillus Bulgarians and L. Acidophilus. Enough of these bacteria in your system will kick out the ulcer causing bacteria

Acidic Stomach

Yogurt also help restore the healthy acidic environment in the intestines. The natural sugar in yogurt called lactose breaks down into lactic acid during digestion. A highly acidic stomach environment makes it difficult for disease causing bacteria to survive.
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You may have heard that drinking water benefits the body. Well, this statement is absolutely correct. The body is made up of 55% to 78 water depending on the

Drinking water benefits you
The benefits of drinking water
body size. Water is the single most important nutrients for the effective functioning of the body. Water is used to hydrate the body.

I decided recently to increase my water intake and the changes I noticed in my body were awesome. I now have a more youthful clear and smooth skin. I also noticed a reduction in appetite for food, less fatigue and headaches. Well this colourless, odourless and tasteless liquid obviously has numerous health benefits.

10 Established Ways Drinking Water Benefits The Body.

1. Drinking water aids in weight loss.

Drinking water half an hour before meals gives one the feeling of being full. This leads to reduction of appetite making you to consume less calories. Water also aids weight loss by increasing the body's metabolic rate. In two studies, drinking half a liter (17 ounces) of water was shown to increase metabolism by 24-30% for up to 1.5 hours (26, 27). authoritynutrition.com

2. Relieves constipation.

Benefits of drinking water
Drinking water relieves constipation
If you are one one those that find it difficult to pass out stool, drinking plenty of water can be of help. Water promotes regular bowel movement. Inadequate water in the body often results in constipation as the colon pulls water from the stools to maintain hydration, thereby making them harder and difficult to pass. top10homeremedies.com

3 Removes toxins from the body

Water helps to flush out waste products from the body through urine and sweat. Water reduces the chances of developing kidney stones through flushing out the mineral substances likely to form clumps in the kidney. It also prevents the development of urinary tract infections.

4. Promotes clear and smooth skin.

Benefits of drinking water.
Drinking water promotes smooth skin
Water affects your appearance. it makes your skin smooth, giving it a sparkling look. Drinking water benefits you by reducing the effects of ageing. Water also help prevent and treat soft lines, scars, acne, wrinkles and other aging symptoms.

5. For proper functioning of the heart.

Drinking enough water increases the volume of red blood cells in the body. Water prevents clogging of arteries in the heart and brain. It also reduce risk of heart attack and stroke.

A study by Eden found that drinking more than five glasses of water a day could cut your chances of having a heart attack by 41%, compared with people who drank less than two glasses a day. goodtoknow.co.uk
6. Relieves migraines and headaches.

Drinking water benefits
Drinking water relieves headache
Headache is sometimes a symptom that the body is dehydrated. So next time your head hurts instead of reaching out for a bottle of aspirin take plenty of water.

In a study published in the European Journal of Neurology, researchers found that increasing water intake helped reduce the total number of hours and intensity of headaches in the study participants.

7. Relieves fatigue.

The body needs water to function properly. Less water in the body causes an individual to be tired and lazy. The body works less effectively when it's dehydrated. Enough water in the body boost energy level and relieves fatigue.

8. Regulate body temperature.

Water has the ability to regulate body temperature. When the temperature of the body is well regulated, you feel more energetic during workouts. Water has the ability to release heat from the body through sweat, which evaporates from the skin surface thereby cooling the body's temperature.

9. Improves concentration.

The benefits of drinking water
Drinking water improves concentration
Water is directly connected to brain functions. The brain is made up of 85% water. Any reduction in the level of water in the brain will affect it's function adversely. Water prevents attention deficit disorder ADD, it also improves concentration. Water helps prevent memory loss as we age, and reduce the risk of degenerative diseases such as multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease etc

10. Boost the immune system.

Water increases the efficiency of the immune system by getting rid of toxins in the body. It makes the immune system stronger and able to fight diseases in the body.

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