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Health / Re: Dr Said My Baby Has Colic, What Does It Mean? by OfficialCribMD: 8:21pm On May 09, 2022 |
If you're a nursing mother, read this |
Health / Re: Ulcer Pain? Nigerian Foods To Eat And Avoid by OfficialCribMD: 8:20pm On May 09, 2022 |
If you have ulcer, avoid these food 1 Like |
Health / Nigerian Foods That Lower Blood Sugar by OfficialCribMD: 8:18pm On May 09, 2022 |
1. Fenugreek (ERU in Yoruba) Fenugreek seed, also known as Methi, is an Indian herb that aids metabolism. It lowers cholesterol and triglyceride level. Fenugreek is excellent for the digestion of carbohydrates and sugar. If you have borderline diabetes, this seed is great for preventing the onset of type 2 diabetes. It also comes in the form of a capsule as a supplement good for lowering blood sugar levels and stimulating insulin release. You can add fenugreek as an herb in your cooking or take it with warm water. 2. Garlic Garlic, also known as Allium Sativum, is an antioxidant used in the treatment of various diseases, including diabetes. Although its effect is minimal, garlic can lower cholesterol levels and blood pressure levels. It also protects against heart attack due to its anti-clotting properties. If you are sensitive to garlic, you might experience heartburn and flatulence. 3. Alpha-Lipoic Acid Alpha-lipoic acid (ALA) is an antioxidant usually found in foods like potatoes, spinach, and broccoli. ALA supplements can help manage diabetic neuropathy and damage done to the nerves by diabetes. It also breaks down carbohydrates to make energy while reducing diabetic symptoms like tingling and prickling feet. Before using ALA supplements, ensure you seek proper medical advice. 4. Okra Okra is also called ladyfinger. It is a ‘super food’ for people with diabetes and cancer. Okra has positive control of blood sugar and is also a great source of dietary fiber. You can cut and soak okra pieces in water and then drink the juice to decrease your fasting blood sugar level. 5. Aloe Vera Long-term use of aloe Vera decreases fasting blood sugar. Aloe Vera helps decrease lipids in people with abnormally high blood molecules, such as type 2 diabetes. It increases insulin levels and also reduces oxidative stress. This makes it a good supplement against diabetic kidney disease and anxiety. Click here to continue reading https://blog.cribmd.com/15-natural-remedies-and-supplements-that-lower-blood-sugar/ |
Health / Re: Vaginal Odour by OfficialCribMD: 8:11pm On May 09, 2022 |
The lady has an infection. She should see a doctor, the doctor would recommend the kind of test she needs to do. The test result would determine the treatment. She can have an online session with a doctor here https://cribmd.com/ |
Health / Re: Doctors Help Please!!! by OfficialCribMD: 8:08pm On May 09, 2022 |
How did you know it's malaria? Have you been to the hospital? If not you should. You can also have an online session with a doctor here https://cribmd.com/ |
Health / Re: HELP! His Left Foot Is Heating Up by OfficialCribMD: 7:38pm On May 04, 2022 |
Don't search your symptoms on Googl, so you won't give yourself hypertension. You can have an online session with a doctor here https://cribmd.com/ |
Health / Re: How To Boost Your Immune System by OfficialCribMD: 7:35pm On May 04, 2022 |
To boost your immune system, you need to read this |
Health / Re: Best Birth Control For You by OfficialCribMD: 8:51pm On May 03, 2022 |
If you're trying to choose the best birth control, read this |
Health / Re: Erectile Dysfunction? Do These by OfficialCribMD: 8:50pm On May 03, 2022 |
You need to read this if you have erectile dysfunction |
Health / Re: Hello Guys Please I Need Help, I’ve Been Battling With Scabies For Sometime Now by OfficialCribMD: 7:20pm On May 03, 2022 |
Get benzol benzoate. Also, you can get Tetmosol soap( not detol, not septic). Then all your clothes, bedsheets, bed etc should be spread in the sun and also iron them. Then if you have a partner or live with someone, they should do the same. If you have any health issue, you can have an online session with a doctor https://cribmd.com/ 1 Like |
Health / Re: Why You're Not Losing Belly Fat by OfficialCribMD: 7:14pm On May 03, 2022 |
If you want to loose belly fat, read this |
Health / Re: My Fiancee Can't Have Sex by OfficialCribMD: 7:12pm On May 03, 2022 |
Your fiance has Genophobia, (fear of sex). It's psychological. You and your wife need to talk to a therapist. Also, before sex, try to get your relaxed (play relaxing music). If you want to need a therapist, you can have an online session with one here https://cribmd.com/ |
Health / Why You're Not Losing Belly Fat by OfficialCribMD: 7:48pm On May 02, 2022 |
1. You don’t know your belly fat type. There are different belly fat types and if you don’t figure out your kind, then there are chances that you’d be working in vain. Thee are two main kinds of belly fat: The Visceral Fat: these kinds of fat are found around the organs. They surround the organs. The Subcutaneous Fat: these kinds of fat are the ones that sit just right under your skin. If you do not have this understanding, you would be trying so hard to lose belly fat; but in the real sense you are not losing any. For Visceral fat, they can increase chances of health problems. To eliminate them, quit smoking and reduce sugary drinks. Also, try to exercise at least thirty minutes every day. For Subcutaneous fat, aerobic exercises are the best bet. You can take a swim or go cycling. 2. You diet wrongly When it comes to dieting, it has to be very meticulous. Dieting follows certain processes; and this is why it is important you have a fitness coach who would give you adequate meal plans specially designed for your body type. Going on a carb diet or a low-fat diet without prior consultation is very unadvisable. Consult your fitness coach before going on a diet to figure out the right diet for your body type. 3 PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) This is a hormonal disorder that could throw your body off balance. It is responsible for longer periods or irregular periods and excess male hormones in the female body. This condition can stir up your hormones and throw them in a state of imbalance which could make you add weight especially around the lower abdomen of the belly area. If you are suffering from PCOS, Going on a low fat diet is superb for belly fat loss. Also avoid alcohol and eat more veggies with your meals. click here to read in detail https://blog.cribmd.com/not-losing-belly-fat-here-are-6-reasons-why/ |
Health / Re: .. by OfficialCribMD: 7:44pm On May 02, 2022 |
It's good. You just have to do it in the right position. If you have any health related questions, you can have an online session with a doctor here https://cribmd.com/ |
Health / Re: Skin Infection by OfficialCribMD: 7:42pm On May 02, 2022 |
This looks like wound scars. If you have the money, it can be removed through Lazer treatment, if not, leave it in peace. If you have any questions you can have an online session with a doctor here https://cribmd.com/ |
Health / Is It Genital Herpes? by OfficialCribMD: 7:27pm On Apr 21, 2022 |
Just like oral herpes, genital herpes is a highly contagious sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused mainly by herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2). The initial outbreak usually lasts for two weeks or more, where the virus lays dormant in the body and can cause a recurring sore. Symptoms of Genital Herpes? If you have genital herpes caused by HSV-2, these are the most common symptoms you would have: -Burning sensation when you pee, especially when your urine touches the sore. -Painful and uncomfortable genitals. -Itchy Instruments -Red bumps that can break open. -You might also have flu symptoms like fever, headache, body ache, chills, and fatigue. -Swollen lymph nodes around the neck, abdomen, and groin. Risk factors of Genital Herpes Some factors that increase the risk of contracting genital herpes include: -Having sexual intercourse with an infected individual +Having multiple sexual partners -Kissing an infected person can increase your risk of contracting herpes -Not protecting yourself during sexual intercourse -Sharing intimacy gadgets or infected items To read in detail, click here https://blog.cribmd.com/genital-herpes-everything-you-need-to-know/ |
Health / Re: I Have Been Suffering This For 1 Month And Now There Is No Capsules I Haven't Ta by OfficialCribMD: 7:16pm On Apr 21, 2022 |
Did the doctor that attended to Carry out any test? If not, you should do a test to diagnose the cause of the itching. If you have any question, you can have an online session with a doctor here https://cribmd.com/ |
Health / Re: Ulcer Pain? Nigerian Foods To Eat And Avoid by OfficialCribMD: 4:05pm On Apr 20, 2022 |
If you have ulcer, take note of these Nigerian foods 1 Like |
Health / How To Deal With Cold by OfficialCribMD: 3:59pm On Apr 20, 2022 |
Treating the common cold The common cold is a self-limiting infection. It basically runs its course in a couple of days with the help of the immune system. On average, the cold wears off with constant hydration, rest and food after a few days. However, your physician is not out of place to prescribe some meds to deal with specific symptoms. Some of the ways to treat common cold include: Analgesics: This carries out a dual role of easing pains and fever and is one of the most common medicines used by people with a cold. A typical example is the paracetamol which is sold over the counter (without prescriptions) in pharmacies. Nasal Decongestant:This is needed to deal with blocked nostrils. It can be in the form of oral tablets or nasal drops, or sprays. Some over the counter cold medicines have analgesics like paracetamol and a nasal decongestant combined. Do well to ask your pharmacist, so you don’t take such while including paracetamol. [b]Vitamins[b]: Eating foods rich in vitamins with super high antioxidants would significantly bolster your body’s defenses and boost your immune system. Click here to read in detail https://blog.cribmd.com/common-cold-how-to-deal-with-it/ |
Health / How To Boost Your Immune System by OfficialCribMD: 8:35pm On Apr 12, 2022 |
Keep reading to discover three amazing ways to boost your immune system. 1. Maintain a Healthy Diet A healthy diet is a good way to boost your immune system; so make organic foods like fruits and vegetables your best friend. Fruits and vegetables would provide your body with the right vitamins and minerals it needs to function properly while keeping your body in shape. Other healthy foods include lean protein, whole grains, legumes, healthy fats and so on. Additionally, a healthy diet provides the body with enough micronutrients which helps to maintain the immune system. 2. Minimize Stress Stress has an overall negative effect on your health. When your body is stressed for a long period, it does not only make you more susceptible to illness but also anxiety and depression. Each time our body responds to stress, our immune system gets suppressed, making us more vulnerable to illness. So rather than stressing, take your time to exercise, meditate, or even see a movie. It would help you properly relax your body. 3. Get plenty of sleep Sleeping might not feel like an active way to boost your immune system because everybody sleeps. However, the quality of sleep is what makes the difference. We are required to sleep between 7 to 8 hours daily, and anything short of this can directly affect our health. |
Health / What You Need To Know Before Using Antibiotics by OfficialCribMD: 7:47pm On Apr 11, 2022 |
Antibiotics are to be used a certain way once prescribed and taking the right dose of any antibiotic at the right time and duration of days cannot be overemphasized. For instance, let’s say you have a prescription for Metronidazole (Flagyl) 400mg to be used three times daily. You should not take them “as the spirit leads”. Keeping to the timing and religiously following instructions is crucial to avoid side-effects. Here’s a little insight to how antibiotics work. When you take the first dose, the medicine in your blood gets to the optimal level for killing the bacteria. But as hours go by, it starts dropping to a point where it cannot continue killing the microbes, which is why you need to take the next dose at the right time to keep the drug at the level needed to kill the microbes. When that doesn’t happen, two scenarios are possible: You take the next dose later than required and the level of the drug would have a reduced effect in the blood, that the next dose might not increase the blood level to that previous level where it can continue killing the bacteria. If the next dose is taken earlier than required, the drug level rises and increases the severity of any side effects associated with that medicine. When you feel uneasy and need to get medication, do this: 1. Get the right drug 2. The right dose 3. The right interval 4. The right duration 1 Like |
Health / Re: I Feel Pain Anytime I Defecate by OfficialCribMD: 7:40pm On Apr 11, 2022 |
Sorry about the pain you're feeling. Have you been to hospital? If not, you should see a doctor. Stop doing self diagnosis. You can have an online session with a doctor for free here https://cribmd.com/ |
Health / Re: I Feel Pain Anytime I’m Urinating by OfficialCribMD: 7:36pm On Apr 11, 2022 |
Have seen a doctor? If not, you should. You might have UTI-urinary tract infection. You should have it checked out and treated asap. If you have any question, you can have an online session with a doctor here https://cribmd.com/ |
Health / Re: Why You Shouldn't Try Intermittent Fasting by OfficialCribMD: 7:30pm On Apr 11, 2022 |
Read this before trying intermittent fasting |
Health / Why You Shouldn't Try Intermittent Fasting by OfficialCribMD: 8:25pm On Apr 07, 2022 |
1. You feel headaches steadily Sometimes going without food for longer hours could trigger migraines and other kinds of headaches. These headaches are usually felt at the front part of the head and could lead to a mild fever sometimes. 2. You get easily stressed and fatigued You get tired and unmotivated easily and get burned out quickly after every little physical activity. This one major sign of being affected by food restriction. This is because your blood sugar is low and could make you weak and run out of energy and motivation. 3. Low Vibes and Energy Due to fatigue, you wouldn’t want to engage in activities that require energy and vivacity. The morale is low to be active and productive and the primary cause of this is low blood sugar as it seriously affects your energy level. 4. You get mood swings If you experience frequent irritation and mood swings then you might be suffering from the Intermittent Energy Restriction Syndrome. When the blood sugar is low (hypoglycemia)it could span out irritability, lack of focus and withdrawal. 5. Constipation and Diarrhoea Restriction of food intake could lead to nausea, bloating and diarrhoea. This is because the body needs food at all times and meal restriction could affect your digestive system and throw it in a state of confusion and imbalance. |
Health / Re: Remedies For Blood Sugar by OfficialCribMD: 8:11pm On Apr 07, 2022 |
If you're suffering from low blood sugar, you should read this |
Health / Re: Help! I Sweat A Lot And Uncontrollably. by OfficialCribMD: 8:04pm On Apr 07, 2022 |
Excessive sweating can be as a result of an underlying condition like diabetes and thyroid problem. If you've not gone for check up, you should. if you have any questions, you can have an online session with a doctor here https://cribmd.com/ |
Health / Remedies For Blood Sugar by OfficialCribMD: 7:51pm On Apr 05, 2022 |
For people living with health conditions that affect blood sugar, such as diabetes, and hypertension, your major goal is mostly targeted at maintaining healthy blood sugar levels. Factors like stress, genetics, and body weight have a role to play in maintaining blood sugar. However, following a healthy diet, coupled with natural supplements can make a significant difference in regulating blood sugar levels. 1. Fenugreek (ERU in Yoruba) Fenugreek seed, also known as Methi, is an Indian herb that aids metabolism. It lowers cholesterol and triglyceride level. Fenugreek is excellent for the digestion of carbohydrates and sugar. 2. Garlic Garlic, also known as Allium Sativum, is an antioxidant used in the treatment of various diseases, including diabetes 3. Alpha-Lipoic Acid Alpha-lipoic acid (ALA) is an antioxidant usually found in foods like potatoes, spinach, and broccoli. ALA supplements can help manage diabetic neuropathy and damage done to the nerves by diabetes. 4. 4. Okra Okra is also called ladyfinger. It is a ‘super food’ for people with diabetes and cancer. Okra has positive control of blood sugar and is also a great source of dietary fiber. 5. Aloe Vera Long-term use of aloe Vera decreases fasting blood sugar. Aloe Vera helps decrease lipids in people with abnormally high blood molecules, such as type 2 diabetes. It increases insulin levels and also reduces oxidative stress. 6. Lemongrass Essential oil made from lemongrass can act as a pain and inflammation reliever. Lemongrass helps to reduce blood sugar level and lipids in people with type 2 diabetes. Click here to read in detail https://blog.cribmd.com/15-natural-remedies-and-supplements-that-lower-blood-sugar/ |
Health / Steps To Making Exercise A Regular Habit by OfficialCribMD: 8:28pm On Mar 31, 2022 |
1. Set A Time The first step to having a fun exercise begins with understanding your mood. Decide whether you would be energetic and do better with morning, noon, or evening exercises and stick with it. When you are sure of a time, set a reminder so you won’t forget. If you don’t set a time and commit yourself, you’re more likely to procrastinate and put off doing regular exercise. 2. Do What You Can I know you are eager to commit to doing regular exercise, but first, take a pause and try to discover your limits! Everyone has a breaking point, especially when it comes to exercise. So you don’t have to push yourself into monotonous activities which can put you through severe pain when exercising. A 10 minutes exercise is better than nothing. Start with what you can handle, then build up by adding more activities to your exercise plan. This will boost your emotional and mental health greatly. 3. Get An Exercise Partner Having a partner to exercise with would most likely keep you going compared to doing it alone. When exercising with someone, it is more social – meaning you get to enjoy it more. Additionally, they can serve as a force to drive you to exercise when your morale is low. 4. Start Progressing Once you’ve determined how far and how well you can go, it’s time to test the limit. Start slow and steady and gradually increase the intensity and amount of your workout routine. When you observe that your routine feels too easy, then it’s time to level up. You can gradually increase the intensity by adding a routine every two weeks from 15 minutes to 25 minutes as not to overwhelm yourself. click here to continue reading https://blog.cribmd.com/making-exercise-a-regular-habit-in-7-easy-steps/ |
Health / Antibiotics by OfficialCribMD: 7:53pm On Mar 30, 2022 |
Antibiotics are to be used a certain way once prescribed and taking the right dose of any antibiotic at the right time and duration of days cannot be overemphasized. For instance, let’s say you have a prescription for Metronidazole (Flagyl) 400mg to be used three times daily. You should not take them “as the spirit leads”. Keeping to the timing and religiously following instructions is crucial to avoid side-effects. Here’s a little insight to how antibiotics work. When you take the first dose, the medicine in your blood gets to the optimal level for killing the bacteria. But as hours go by, it starts dropping to a point where it cannot continue killing the microbes, which is why you need to take the next dose at the right time to keep the drug at the level needed to kill the microbes. When that doesn’t happen, two scenarios are possible: 1. You take the next dose later than required and the level of the drug would have a reduced effect in the blood, that the next dose might not increase the blood level to that previous level where it can continue killing the bacteria. 2. If the next dose is taken earlier than required, the drug level rises and increases the severity of any side effects associated with that medicine. When you feel uneasy and need to get medication, do this: -Get the right drug: It should be prescribed by a physician or recommended by a pharmacist. They are the ones who can tell you what drug is best for a particular infection. Sometimes, they even recommend that certain tests are done before they conclude on the most appropriate antibiotic. -The right dose: Follow your pharmacist’s instructions. Some antibiotics are dosed based on weight, and some based on age. So, don’t assume that because an adult uses a certain dose the same applies to you. Click here to continue reading https://blog.cribmd.com/antibiotics/ 1 Like |
Health / Should I Be Sleeping? by OfficialCribMD: 7:32pm On Mar 29, 2022 |
Getting a good night’s sleep has a direct and positive impact on our physical health, and it boosts our energy and increases productivity throughout the day. Longer sleep has been associated with good exercise motivation and performance, which in turn improves physical health. On average, infants need about 15 hours of sleep per day, toddlers need about 13 hours of sleep per day, school children need about 11 hours of sleep per day, teenagers about 9-10 hours of sleep per day, while adults need 7-9 hours of sleep per day. 1[b]. Sleep has a vital function on the body[/b] 2. Sleep helps our memory and cognition 3. Good sleep prevents excess weight gain 4. Sleep improves emotional balance, mood, and socialization 5. Good sleep improves our mental health To read in detail, click here https://blog.cribmd.com/sleep/ |
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