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Most people are born with two kidneys, but you only need one. Each day, the kidneys filter 200 liters of blood, removing 2 liters of toxins, wastes and water in the process. Wastes and water ultimately leave the body as urine, and through this process, your kidneys are able to regulate the body’s fluid levels. The kidneys also release hormones that regulate blood pressure, produce red blood cells and help maintain healthy bones.
Often the kidneys are damaged slowly over time, which is one of the reasons why you might not “feel sick” until the kidneys are failing.
What are the signs and symptoms of kidney failure?
Initially, kidney failure may not produce any symptoms (asymptomatic). As kidney function decreases, the symptoms are related to the inability to regulate water and electrolyte balances, clear waste products from the body, and promote red blood cell production.
If unrecognized or untreated, the following symptoms of kidney failure may develop into life-threatening circumstances.
• Lethargy
• Weakness
• Shortness of breath
• Generalized swelling (edema)
• Generalized weakness due to anemia
• Loss of appetite
• Lethargy
• Fatigue
• Congestive heart failure
• Metabolic acidosis
• High blood potassium (hyperkalemia)
• Fatal heart rhythm disturbances (arrhythmias) including ventricular tachycardia and ventricular fibrillation
Below are the six (6) tips for reducing the risks of kidney disease.
1. Get tested. If you’re at risk for kidney disease, it’s important to get your kidneys checked during your annual physical. Even the best of us can procrastinate when it comes to our yearly trip to the doctor, but prevention and testing go hand-in-hand. The National Kidney Foundation’s mascot, Sidney the Kidney, even has a music video to help inspire you to get tested. There are two simple tests to check for kidney disease:
• A urine test for albumin, a type of protein. Protein in the urine is one of the earliest signs of kidney damage. When there is too much protein in the urine, it means that the kidneys’ filters have been damaged and are starting to leak protein.
• A blood test for creatinine. Creatinine is a waste product (from muscle metabolism) that is removed by the kidney. Creatinine levels are used to calculate your estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR). The eGFR reflects how well the kidneys are filtering wastes from the blood.
2. Control blood pressure and blood sugar levels. High blood pressure and diabetes are the two leading causes of kidney disease. The kidney is a “vascular organ, meaning it contains many blood vessels. Therefore, diseases that damage the blood vessels, including high blood pressure and diabetes, can damage the kidneys. Even “slightly” high blood pressure (pre-hypertension) and elevated blood sugar levels, commonly referred to as “pre-diabetes,” can damage the kidneys. Don’t let the “PRE” prevent you from taking them seriously. Manage these conditions to protect your kidneys.
3. Step on the scale.Maintaining a healthy weight has important implications for your kidneys. Being overweight means that the kidneys have to work harder..o fil.... Read all @ http://hubtiva.com/2017/03/23/six-6-tips-for-reducing-the-risks-of-kidney-disease/

According to Mr Phillips Akwari,“There is nothing called Long distance relationship. As far as they are not seeing each other at all times, I don’t see such to be a relationship”. And according to Mr Eric-Ejiyere Mudiaga, “I believe a long distance relationship has its own positive effects. It majorly helps to build Trust for each other”.

If you are in a long-distance relationship, then you are one of those lucky few to experience an interesting and unique way to love. There are so many negative aspects associated with long-distance relationships today that it is sometimes hard to see the silver-lining around them. Although being separated from your partner can place a physical and emotional limitation on your day-to-day life, there are actually many benefits to this type of relationship. Enjoy!!!

TESTS THE LOVE
Sometimes it seems that those couples who spend the most time with each other have greater love, but this is not always true. There are couples who are close and spend all of their time together, but once something separates them (maybe one getting a job in a different state), they break up because they cannot handle the distance. This is heartbreaking, because they are willing to give up their love for the immediate security in staying close together. They neglect to see that they will be together again and could grow personally from the experience of being apart. A long-distance relationship can really test and challenge you and your partner’s love for each other. To be willing to spend days, weeks, or even months apart is a great accomplishment, and in the end, it can bring much happiness when you and your partner are reunited again. All in all, a long-distance relationship requires commitment from both you and your partner to work. There will be rough patches, of course, but if each individual clearly knows the reason why he/she is in the relationship and recognizes their common goal to share life together, then the benefits of the outcome will outweigh the negatives.

APPRECIATION FOR THE MOMENTS SPENT TOGETHER
When you are around someone constantly, it can be easy to take them for granted. It’s easy for couples to get so wrapped up in their daily lives and schedules that they forget to value each other; they get into arguments and become caught up in problems that can lead to a break up. Such reactions can be heightened in moments of stress, such as in the aftermath of having a bad day at work. Of course, days like these are normal for anyone, but they can take a toll on a relationship, especially if they happen regularly. It is a sad truth, but sometimes being away from the person you love can.... Read all @ http://hubtiva.com/2017/03/17/benefits-of-a-long-distance-relationship/

Let's appreciate our culture!!!

This white couple have obviously been exposed to the Yoruba Culture so much, that they chose to celebrate their wedding with their family and friends in line with Yoruba customs. Kudos to them. see pictures @ http://hubtiva.com/2017/03/09/white-couple-celebrate-their-wedding-nigeria-style/

As the Abuja Airport closes at Midnight on Tuesday, here are ten important info. you should know:

1.Air traffic to Abuja are to be diverted to the Kaduna Airport from Wednesday, following the closure of Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, at midnight, for six weeks.

2. The closure of the Abuja Airport is to pave the way for the rehabilitation of its runway, which is for the safety of all.



3.The Inspector General of Police, Mr. Ibrahim Idris, said, rail lines,air and ground surveillance by the Police, as well as Military air cover will be provided by the Nigerian Air Force

4. The Police Air wing would provide helicopter surveillance that would cover Kad..... read all @ http://hubtiva.com/2017/03/07/abuja-airport-closure-10-things-you-should-know/

It’s something we do every day- Wear clothes. So it’s somehow makes sense that we all have a few clothing tricks and tips. Here are the tips:



Use white wine to remove red wine stains.
Wash new jeans twice before taking them to the tailor. Why? Because jeans will always shrink in length when washed.
f you get an oil stain on your favorite handbag, coat the mark with baby powder and let it stand overnight. By morning, the stain should be gone. If a bit still remains, repeat the process until the stain is completely gone.
Everyday bras should be replaced every three to six months, as that’s when they start to lose elasticity and su...... read all @http://hubtiva.com/2017/03/03/fashion-tricks-and-tips/

We have a dilemma when we hold two values that are seemingly in conflict – “I want to be a good husband or wife, and a good father or mother. But work seems to suck everything out of me. How do I do justice to both?”

Especially in uncertain financial times, it’s easy to get very anxious about work, even if one has a good job. We can be tempted to make any personal sacrifice in order to maximize our work opportunities. But it’s important to remember that giving up everything for work is no guarantee of success. You may sell your soul to the devil, and the devil may still downsize you. Better to work in order to balance your life now. Then, if work lets you down, you’re still left with a solid base of love and support.

Well, here are seven (7) ideas to help you as you strive to balance your work and your family. Got a pen? Jot 'em down.

Equal Passion. Most men work very hard at their job. Do you give the same passion to your family? The most important work you will ever have is being a father and husband. Try to prioritize your life in such a way that your daily amount of passion is divided appropriately.

Carve out time for your family each week in advance. Put it on your calendar. Stop saying you have to get one more thing done before you leave for home. Plan your week with specific ending times and stick to them.



Reserve the weekends for the family. If you let work — the Monday-through-Friday varieties — encroach on your weekends, you're headed for misery. Christopher, a salesman for a marketing firm, still puts in 50- and 60-hour weeks, but he's stopped working on weekends. "Saturday and Sunday are for the kids," says Christopher. "They should know that from Friday night to Sunday is family, and that we're going to do something together; like playing games with your kids (e.g. PS2), going to the cinemas with your spouse and children, going to the eatery, swimming pool and d likes.

Schedule a date night of at least an hour once a week with each child and your spouse, where you focus solely on them. It doesn't have to be expensive; time is the critical ingredient here. When our budget has been tight, I've had this time in my backyard with my son.

When you're traveling, send an email or a postcard back to your family. Call them on the phone and pray with them, in addition to chatting.

Work smarter. What's your body clock? Are you a morning person? Or do you do your best work at night? If you get more done in the morning, perhaps you should begin working earlier in the day (if your company has flex time). That way you can get off earlier and beat the traffic home, thus saving y.... read all @ http://hubtiva.com/2017/03/02/balancing-your-work-and-your-family/

Men who engage in sexual and romantic entanglements after making a vow of monogamy do so for a variety of underlying psychological reasons:

He is insecure. Deep down, he feels that he is too young, too old, too fat, too thin, too poor, too stupid, or too whatever to be desirable. He uses flirtation, porn, and extramarital sex as a way to feel better about himself, to reassure himself that he is still desirable, worthwhile, and “good enough.”
He is immature. He thinks that as long as his partner doesn’t find out, he’s not hurting anybody. He doesn’t understand that significant others almost always know when something is up. He doesn’t “get” that his partner will eventually find out what’s been going on, and when that occurs, it won’t be pretty.
He is damaged. Perhaps he is acting out early trauma experiences, such as physical abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse. His formative wounds have left him unable or unwilling to fully commit himself t.... Read all @ http://hubtiva.com/2017/02/15/7-reasons-why-men-cheat/

Sex is not all about making children. You must be a different woman to your husband every time. Seduce your husband, don’t always allow your husband to ask for Sex, there must be no timetable for sex. Be creative, don’t be predictable. Give him what he wants. If you loose influence over your husband, you have lost womanhood. Be part of your husband plans.

Don’t have too many children, you wanna sell them ? Allow your husband to check in and out anytime.
When a man is sexually satisfied, he is emotionally stable. Stop saying, is it food ? Yes, sex is food !!!
As a wife, try to invest in yourself spiritually so you can adequately support him. Build yourself as his prayer warrior so that you will not be forced to pray at the end of your life. Don’t allow your husband to provide all your needs, he is not a money making machine. Iron sharpens iron, try to reciprocate.
You are meant to support each other spiritually, financially, physically and morally through thick and thin. You are a builder….Wise woman buildeth her home. Women need wisdom to build their homes. Do not be too outspoken, know when to talk, when to listen and when to be quiet.
Love your husband with all your heart, never tell him, if..... Read all @ http://hubtiva.com/2017/02/15/is-s3x-food/

When you’re told that you have breast cancer, it’s natural to wonder what may have caused the disease. But no one knows the exact causes of breast cancer. Doctors seldom know why one woman develops breast cancer and another doesn’t, and most women who have breast cancer will never be able to pinpoint an exact cause. What we do know is that breast cancer is always caused by damage to a cell's DNA. The breast, like any other part of the body, consists of billions of microscopic cells. These cells multiply in an orderly fashion - new cells are made to replace the ones that died. In cancer, the cells multiply uncontrollably, and there are too many cells, progressively more and more than there should be. Breast cancer is an uncontrolled growth of cells that starts in the breast tissue.

Symptoms
The first symptom of breast cancer is usually an area of thickened tissue in the woman's breast, or a lump. The majority of lumps are not cancerous; however, women should get them checked by a health care professional.
Any Woman who detects any of the following signs or symptoms should tell her doctor
• A lump in a breast
• A pain in the armpits or breast that does not seem to be related to the woman's menstrual period
• Pitting or redness of the skin of the breast; like the skin of an orange
• A rash around (or on) one of the nipples
• A swelling (lump) in one of the arm.... Read all @ http://hubtiva.com/2017/02/14/breast-cancer-causes-and-symptoms/

We all feel a little jealous at times. When it is ok and when is getting out of hand? Feelings of jealousy are normal in a relationship. But what counts is how we act on it. If your spouse out of anger and jealousy stops you from talking to other people or seeing your friends, this isn’t really love. Jealousy arises in 'loving' relationships because of three factors:
(1) comparison, (2) competition, & (3) the fear of being replaced.
If we become more autonomous and self-creating,
these three features of relationships become less significant
and hence the passion of jealousy becomes less likely.

Jealousy – when it’s OK

* He cheated. Let's start with the one that's a given. If you're dealing with some kind of infidelity, the thought of him with another woman might make you rage. That's valid.

*His mom always manages to call when you're about to have sex. OK, so that's the worst-case scenario. But in general, if you have a guy who jumps at his family's every call in a way that interferes with your time together, you might feel neglected.

*He and his best girlfriend had a thing for each other. "The timing was just off," he explains. That's all well and good, but don't beat yourself up if you feel a pang when you see them getting chummy.

* You find a love letter from his ex. This doesn't count if you're snooping, because that's no good. But if you're innocently..... read all @ http://hubtiva.com/2017/02/10/is-jealousy-a-sign-of-love/

[b] 1.Give a Damn.

It all starts here. If you don’t care how you look, you’re never going to look good. Every celebrity fashion slayer cares about his look. You can put on the best clothes in the world and you’ll still look like a kid dressing up for a school play. Attitude is everything, in style and in life. Consider who you are and what you represent. Your profession, business, family, and values.

2. Give Room to New things

The only way you’ll really learn is if you go out there and try new things. Celebrities are always ready to try something completely out of their comfort zone; many times you’ll end up loving something you never thought you would. If you make mistakes, life goes on. This is an important rule for anyone who wants to really understand his clothes.

3. Give Your Beards Due Attention

Celebrities are called fashion slayers because; they ...... Read all @ http://hubtiva.com/2017/02/10/3471/

Many couples have found out the hard way that possibly what they did (or didn't do) during pregnancy was what led to the deformation, lifelong reaction, or even death of their unborn child and many wished that they had done things differently.We all know that during pregnancy, you should not smoke or drink so that would not be included here, but if you didn't know that already, you are welcome.

Below are the things you are to avoid:

HOTDOGS/SAUSAGES AND SHAWARMA: Sadly, you might have to do away with your beloved shawarma and hotdogs during pregnancy.

Reason: They are prone to Listeria monocytogenes, the bacteria that causes listeriosis, which may result in miscarriage, stillbirth, or other serious health problems for you and your baby.

Shawarma contains multiple possible sources of this pathogen. If you do not get it from the processed meat which is.... Read all @ http://hubtiva.com/2017/02/09/things-to-avoid-eating-while-pregnant/

Drinking ice or cold water can only give temporary relief from the scorching heat outside and this could also come with serious health consequences. Experts have said that cold water is at a temperature that contradicts the overall temperature within the body system, and so, drinking cold water regularly could have negative impact on the heart and digestive system.
Here are some reasons you should not drink cold water
1. It interferes with digestion, drinking ice or cold water hampers the process of digesting food as it causes your blood vessels to shrink, this can slow down the digestion and as the food is not digested properly, the nutrients are lost or not absorbed by the body.
2. It decreases your heart rate, Studies have shown that drinking ice or cold water stimulates.... read all @ http://hubtiva.com/2017/02/08/reasons-you-should-not-drink-cold-water/

High healed Footwear, (abbreviated as high heels or heels) is footwear that raises the heel of the wearer’s foot significantly higher than the toes. High heels come in a wide variety of styles, which are of different shapes including stiletto, pump, blade, tapered, block and wedge.

High heels offer practical benefits for people of short stature in terms of improving access and using items. For example, reaching items on shelves, it likewise changes the wearer’s posture, requiring a more upright carriage.

However these are the five (5) disadvantages or negative effects of high heel:

It can render the wearer unable to run
It causes a decrease in the normal rotation of the foot, putting more rotation stress on the knee, resulting to joint disease of the knees after frequent wearing.
It pushes ones chest forward – This can be permanent.

read all @ http://hubtiva.com/2017/02/08/five-5-disadvantages-or-negative-effects-of-high-heel/

Beautiful lady in stunnig picture.http://hubtiva.com/2017/01/24/kiki-osibanjo-stunning-in-new-picture/

New photos of Tonto Dikeh’s hubby and his hot personal assistant, Rosaline Meure just hit the internet. The official Instagram handle of Quilox night club shared the photos a few days ago and immediately people thought the two were at the club together on the same night.

Quilox have now corrected the impression saying they were at the club at different days. According to Quilox, ‘Different days, different time. The pictures were put up on Monday the 16th of January as a throwback to our previous week. all everyone wants to do is be happy and party at their favorite spot’.http://hubtiva.com/2017/01/24/quilox-shares-photos-of-tonto-dikehs-hubby-and-rosaline-turning-up-at-the-club-on-different-days/

See what trump did on his first day in the office.http://hubtiva.com/2017/01/24/checkout-what-trump-did-on-his-first-day-in-office

Kylie Jenner has shared a set of photos on Instagram that reveal just how extreme her curves are.

Sitting on the floor in a nude thong and matching crop top, the 19 year old flaunted her toned stomach and curvaceous bum.http://hubtiva.com/2017/01/23/kylie-jenner-flaunts-extreme-curves-in-nude-thong-for-cheeky-instagram-photo-shoot/

A young woman’s romantic getaway with her partner was wrecked by bloody bed sheets, and horrific bites caused by a bed bug infestation.

Nicola Stone, 20, was left covered head to toe in itchy bites that left her unable to even hold hands with other half Jerry during their trip to Lisbon, Portugal.

The couple could not sleep and Nicola, from South Queensferry, near Edinburgh, was forced to ditch her summer clothes and flip-flops and cover up for the 10-day sunshine break.

Two days in, she woke up at the Hello Lisbon Santos Apartments with a “pin-prick” rash on one arm but dismissed it, while the following morning, she awoke covered in the excruciating bites.

A pharmacist told her they were bed bug bites and she was given antihistamines and cream to stop the itch.

Nicola told the Daily Record : “It was itchy, painful and hot.http://hubtiva.com/2017/01/23/couples-romantic-getaway-left-in-tatters-as-bloody-sheets-and-bed-bug-infestation-leaves-woman-covered-in

This accident happened at 9:25 am at Lekki Phase 1 bus stop. A commercial bus failed brake and crashed off the road which led to the death of one person while several others were injured. The Lagos Rescue team arrived the scene to attend to the situation. http://hubtiva.com/2017/01/23/accident-at-lekki-phase-1one-person-dead-and-several-others-injured-as-bus-brake-fails

Nollywood,Funke Akindele came to limelight after featuring in popular United Nations Population Fund sponsored sitcom; I Need to Know, which ran from 1998 to 2002 and is also well known for her comic character ‘Jenifa’.http://hubtiva.com/2017/01/23/check-out-what-funke-akindele-did-to-twitter-user-because-of-denrele-edun/

After a rough couple of months, the singer looks like she is determined to get her life back. The mother of three has been posting lovely photos on her Facebook page, which by the way still bear her estranged husband’s last name “Eke”

Her actor hubby, last year took to IG to call her out for allegedly abandoning their twins to run off to Abuja with other men. In an exclusive interview, he acknowledged that his marriage with the songstress is indeed over and he expects that they will be divorced “very soon” http://hubtiva.com/2017/01/23/singer-muma-gee-seems-to-be-getting-her-life-back-after-her-break-up-with-her-husand/

In a past episode of Moments on Ebony TV, comedian Bovi, revealed that his first sexual encounter was when he was 5 years old with a girl that was 13 years old.http://hubtiva.com/2017/01/20/comedian-bovi-encounter-was-when-i-was-5-with-a-13-year-old-girbovi/

“My first sexual encounter was when I was 5. I would not say I was abused. She was underaged as well. She was 13. We were neighbors in Benin city living in a twin duplex. She would take me upstairs when her folks are out and we would just play. She was young. She was a small girl as well, probably exposed to too much at that age.”

Bovi says he wouldn’t even know the girl now if he sees her as it happened in 1985. He says the only effect the early sex had on him was attraction for older women when he matured.

An accident involving a commercial bus belonging to RTC along Isiokpo-Elele roda, Rivers State, yesterday claimed the lives of unconfirmed number of people while scores sustained various degrees of injuries. More photos after the cut.http://hubtiva.com/2017/01/20/a-fatal-motor-accident-along-isiokpo-elele-road-rivers-state/

Sonia Ogbonna looked captivating in recent photo above.Sonia Ogbonna & IK Ogbonna have a son together.http://hubtiva.com/2017/01/19/sonia-ogbonna-is-captivating-in-mindblowing-birthday-picture/

Lol. Big eye is not good oh. This girl apparently bought a massive Love Machine and decided to try it out when she was home alone. Unfortunately for her, her grandma came home and walked into the scene, resulting in multiple catastrophes. Poor grandma. No wonder she passed out.

See screenshot of the lady’s narrative after the cut

Angela Okorie has a warning for Nigerian men who apply makeup to impress others on social media. According to the actress, who people feel was trying to throw shade at Bobrisky,

“These days u see a man applying make up on his face just for girls on Ig. The thunder wey go fire u dey come from North.”http://hubtiva.com/2017/01/18/memo-to-bobrisky-the-thunder-that-will-fire-those-men-applying-make-up-on-their-faces-actress-angela-okorie-wa

A South African girl who wanted to be a medical doctor, was about to perform the viral #DeadPose challenge for her friends when she suffered a seizure and died, while her friends cheered and took pictures of her, thinking that she was doing it well.
According to Live Monitor, the 19-year-old student, identified as Tshidi Ngwenya had earlier posted a series of pictures performing the challenge, before deciding to make it a reality to perform the pose

However, the challenge didn’t go as planned as she fell to the ground, collapsed and died with her friends having no idea that she was in distress and continued to cheer and take pictures.
Minutes later, one of the friends realized that she was not moving, after checking her they noticed she had choked after swallowing her tongue.
After a desperate attempt to revive her as they waited on paramedics, she died before the ambulance arrived.Read more:http://hubtiva.com/2017/01/18/friends-take-picture-of-dying-student-thinking-she-was-doing-the-deadpose-challenge/

The covered man in lying on Ikeja bridge facing directly opposite Lasuth leading towards the airport …no one knows who covered him or if he’s alive or dead.http://hubtiva.com/2017/01/18/man-covered-lying-on-ikeja-bridge/

Just this morning we were wondering if the popular Ponzi Scheme, MMM Nigeria will return as promised on January 14, 2017.

Well, Guess what? MMM Nigeria is back. This is according to a statement issued by the official twitter account saying, ‘This is to officially inform you that MMM Nigeria is open for business a day earlier than promised! Let’s go there Nigerians’.Read more http://hubtiva.com/2017/01/13/mmm-nigeria-returns-24-hours-ahead-of-schedule/

Nigerian rapper, Eva Alordiah who is also a make-up artist slammed a fan who called her fiance, shameless for not tying the knots with Eva after proposing to her a year ago.http://hubtiva.com/2017/01/13/i-dont-mind-being-lord-of-the-rings-eva-alordiah-slams-girl-who-insulted-her-fiance-a/

The R’n’B singer was seen leaving Up and Down club with his friend Vanessa Vargas after he managed to avoid running into RiRi who was also partying at the venue.

Chris Brown was so close to having an awkward run-in with his ex-girlfriend Rihanna last Tuesday night, January 10. Both singers were spotted at the Up&Down club in New York City, but luckily managed to avoid each other as they partied with their own entourage.
During the outing, Brown was seen donning a black hoodie, a camouflage jacket, some chains and a black hat. His ex Rihanna, meanwhile, sported a green snakeskin raincoat over a pink hoodie, sweat pants and strappy white heels.
According to Page Six, Breezy arrived at the club first. He was joined by around 20 friends that night. An hour later, RiRi came in with her own crew. “They were at a different section,” a spy told the publication. “They did not cross paths.”

The spy added that the DJs were very careful about the songs they played when Brown was in the club. The DJs reportedly avoided playing tracks by the R&B superstar’s longtime nemesis Drake. “Not a single Drake song was played while Chris was there,” the source shared.

Brown infamously assaulted Rihanna back in 2009. Later in 2012, he got involved in a brawl with Drake at the now-shuttered club WIP. The highly-publicized fight with Drizzy reportedly started over the “Umbrella” songbird.

While he didn’t interact with Rihanna at the Up&Down club on Tuesday, Brown found a girl to hang out with in friend Vanessa Vargas. After spending some time inside the club, the two were photographed leaving the venue
hand in hand.Read more http://hubtiva.com/2017/01/13/chris-brown-holds-hands-with-a-new-woman-after-he-and-and-rihanna-are-spotted-at-the-same/