6 Ways To Prevent Mosquito Bites

My dear readers, i have been away for over a month and i know you have missed reading my posts. Well, i went on a vacation, and i rested well. I have a refreshed head now and ready to bring you more interesting posts. This is the season when mosquitoes strive and are looking for human blood to feed on. When mosquitoes bite they inject sporozoites into th blood stream thereby transmitting Malaria.

The female Anopheles mosquitoes pick up parasite from humans who are infected when they suck blood to feed their eggs. Out of over 430 Anopheles species that exist only about 30-40 transmits malaria. Mosquitoes have those that hide indoors (endophilic) and those that stay outside (exophilic). Malaria is very harmful to pregnant women and children. According to the W.H.O. 2014 report on malaria, there was an estimated 198 million cases of Malaria worldwide in 2013, 584,000 deaths are caused by Malaria, 90 percent of which occur in Africa.

Ways To Prevent Mosquito Bites

In order to stay free from Malaria you should first prevent mosquitoe bites by taking some precautionary measures which includes  the following

1. Wear Protective And Bright Coloured Clothing:

When going outdoors wear Loose Long-sleeved shirts and trousers in order to completely cover the skin. Clothing may also be sprayed with permit rin. Wear shoes and socks that cover the feet well. Do not wear tight clothing with thin fabric as mosquitoes can bite through them. Wear bright coloured clothes because mosquitoes are naturally attracted to tight dark coloured clothes,especially black and blue so wear bright colours which will not attract them.

2. Keep Your Surroundings Clean: 

Make sure your compound is clean and get rid of any standing water where mosquitoes can breed in. If you have a pool, always cover it when it is not in use and treat it with chemicals such as chlorine. Cut all grasses and do not allow dead tree leaves to linger around or heaped around the compound, get rid of old tires and used containers, natural low points on a piece of property because they form breeding ground for mosquitoes.

3. Use Mosquito Repellents:

Apply repellents specially formulated such as DEET (NN-diethyl-m-toluamide) 30%-50% which are recommended for adults and children over 2 months. Apply to uncovered skin when going outdoors or to the bush and it is effective for several hours.

4. Sleep Under Treated Mosquito Nets:

According to UNICEF, about one billion insecticide treated nets have been distributed in Africa between the year 2000 and 2015. It is advised to sleep under Permethrin treated net because it has fine holes that are big enough to allow breeze to easily pass through but can not allow biting mosquitoes to get in. Make sure to sleep without touching the sides. Also put nets on the windows so that mosquitoes  can not come in.

5. Use Insecticide Spray and Coils:

TO drive away mosquitoes from inside the house. Make sure to not stay in when you do because they are harmful to health, as some people complain to find it difficult to breath, and cough after inhaling the smoke from coils.

6. Put On The Fan & Wear Thick Socks Before Going To Bed:

Also, if you have a lot of mosquitoes around the house, sleep with the fan on because strong breeze drive them away, you can also wear thick socks on your hands and feet to cover them since clothing can not cover them properly. And don't forget to rub mentholated petroleum jelly on your ankles, wrists, and shoulder if you can not cover them maybe due to hot weather and absence of electricity.

If you follow the above measures you will surely be free from mosquito bites as well as Malaria. 

Golden Milk Drink Recipe

Well I have heard so much about a special drink and I have decided to share it today with you readers after giving it a try. It is no other than the "Golden Milk" drink. Ironically, this drink is not made from gold, but from a combination of of any milk of choice, say coconut, soy, cow, or goat milk, etc and the wonder spice "Turmeric". Well I want to believe that not all of you know what it is. It is a spice that looks very much like ginger, but has an orange-yellow coloured flesh and a brown skin. It comes from the root of the Curcuma Longa plant of the ginger family, Zingiberaceae.

 It is native to southern Asia especially India and Indonesia where it has been cultivated and harvested for over 5, 000 years. It is traditionally called " "Indian Saffron" due to its unique deep-yellow orange colour and has been widely used as spice in curries, for healing ailments and as dye for textile. In nigeria it is known as "red ginger".

  Turmeric is well known for its therapeutic properties because it contains a polyphenol known as Curcumin which destroys a wide range of diseases. It is said that, curcumin's healing power can be compared to well known drugs for arthritis such as Cortisone which has huge side effects, but curcumin produces none of these at all.

Health Benefits 

Turmeric when incorporated in your diet, according to Step To Health has over 150 therapeutic functions. Besides rheumatoid arthritis, it has antioxidant, anti-cancer  as well as antiseptic properties.

• Prevents hair loss, dandruff and calms scalp irritation.

• It promotes weight loss by regulating the metabolism.

• Fights flu, cold and bronchitis.

• It increases the the production of enzymes that digest fats and sugars and deprives cholesterol from developing gall stones.

• It relieves rheumatoid arthritis by reducing swelling.

• Enables the correct functionality of the liver.

• Promotes fast healing of wounds.

• Reduces menstrual cramps.

• Improves digestion.

• Reduces blood sugar level in diabetics.

• Fights Cancer and leukemia in children.

• Clears up skin conditionsor and beautifies the skin and prevents premature aging.

• It fights joint and muscle pains, headaches, and other stress related illnesses.

 This drink has a lot of benefits to overall health and can be consumed at any time of the day and at night before going to bed to aid you to sleep soundly. Black pepper is added to the recipe because it's active compound called Piperine facilitates the absorbtion of curcumin in turmeric by 1000 times.

Important Clues To Keep You Stylish And Healthy In The Raining Season

       

  It is that time of the year when you get out of the house all dressed up and looking your best and then all of a sudden it starts raining without any previous signs or warning. Sometimes it even starts while you are still at home and if you are not equipped it delays you because you are waiting for it to seize so you do no get wet. Moreso, besides the showers, this season comes with lots of diseases and infections such as cough, sore throat, flu, ... that makes you sick, weak and inactive.The following measures should be adopted in order to prevent such attacks on your health and daily activities:

1. Wear Season Friendly Make Up : 

In order not to end up with the "Teary Face", wear water proof make up. Apply two coats of water proof eye liner and mascara, with this if caught by the rain, you will be sure not to end up with a messy look.

2. Carry Rain Day Accesories:

They include items such as Umbrellas, Shower Caps, Rain Coats, Rain Boots, Rubber foot wears... Always make sure you have an umbrella in your bag for ladies. It comes in different sizes and colours, so choose bright coloured ones which can conviniently be in your bag every day, you can also have an extra big one at home for days when the rain is heavy and windy.Same goes for rain coats which also has different colours. It is mostly used by commercial motor cyclists, business men and women to enable them move freely under the rain as they go about their various businesses. Keep a shower cap in your bag always to wear it when required in order to prevent your hair do to be messed up by the rain.

Buy rubber foot wears such as crocs, sandals or shoes which you can wear then put your work shoes in your bag, so that the rain does not damage them, when you get to work, you can now wear them.

Rain Day Accesories

3. Wear Warming Clothes:
Such as hooded jackets, cardigans, sweaters, socks, gloves to protect your body from cold, and use waterproof bags to safegurd your belongings from getting wet, meanwhile hair products such as anti frizz serums should be used to prevent frizzy hair.

Waterproof Bag

8 Ways Green Tea Is Beneficial To Your Health

Green tea was first brewed in China in 2737 BC according to legend, and gradually spread to other parts of Asia. It has come to gain so much popularity in recent years as one of the world's healthiest drinks because it contains natural chemicals called polyphenols which are powerful antioxidants which posesses anti-inflammatory and carcinogenic properties. Also, it contains a powerful compound EGCG (Epigallo catechin Gallate)which has been studied to treat various diseases. It also boosts the immune system and protects the body from free radicals.
    It is produced from the leaves of a plant Camellia Sinensis, from which black and oolong teas are also made, but the difference is that it does not undergo the process of withering and oxidation like the other two. Green tea is one of the healthiest drinks you can include in your daily life,
Below are some of the benefits you can reap from drinking

1. It Burns Fat And Aids In Weight Loss:

     A cup of Green Tea contains about 24-40 mg of Caffeine less than a cup of coffee (100-200 mg) but enough to produce an effect to regulate fat absorption because it is a stimulant notable to that effect. It also improves exercise performance by mobilizing fatty acids from the fat tissues transforming them to be used as energy leading to decrease in body fat especially in the abdominal section. It also improves arthritis by reducing inflammations. In a study which was performed on ten men, it increased energy expenditure by 4%, while another indicated that fat oxidation was increased by 17% which revealed that green tea may increase fat burning in the short term though it may vary with different individuals.

  2. It Can Boost The Mood:

     According to Anxiety Boss, Green Tea raises energy levels, refreshes and increases alertness as well as creativity. It contains the amino acid L-Theanines which are believed to combine with caffeine to improve brain function, reduce symptoms of anxiety, alleviates the mood and make you feel better.

3. Protects The Heart And Helps Promote Long Life:

   It is said that people who drink green tea on a daily basis have a 28% lower risk of coronary artery disease than people who don't. Studies which involved observation of green tea drinkers revealed that they have low tendency to have cardiovascular disease up to the rate of 31%. Total and LDL or 'bad' Cholesterol is lowered and LDL particles are protected from oxidation. If green tea fights Cancer and heart disease which are the major causes of death, it is possible that it can help you live longer.

4. It Can Relieve Stress:

    It contains the chemical L-Theanine which has a calming effect to stress. So if you are feeling stressed get sipping

10 Things That Happen If You Are Not Getting Enough Sunlight

"A Day Without Sunshine Is like You Know Night"-Steve Martins

Sunlight has a lot of health benefits, from treating skin conditions, depression, fighting heart disease, as well as increasing the functionality of the brain. It is often advised that we should wear protective clothing, wear sun glasses, apply sunscreen or use an umbrella when going out in the sun to prevent the damage excess of it causes to your skin, but that doesn't mean that we shouldn't use some of it. The thing is early morning sunshine is a source of Vitamin D also known as "The Sunshine Vitamin". A bit of the days sun is actually good for you and not getting enough has some disadvantages which are stated below:

1. Poor Eye Health:

If you do not spend few minutes in the sun from time to time, you lack vitamin D vital for good eye health and could suffer from an age related eye disease known as Macular Degeneration that causes vision loss. Always remember to put on a pair of sunglasses to protect eyes from direct rays of the sun.

2. Body Aches:

Vitamin D gotten from the sun has anti-inflammatory which calms soreness. So not getting enough sunshine may lower your tendency of being relieved by aches and pains.

3. Vitamin D Deficiency:

If you do not get enough sunshine you may be suffering from vitamin D deficiency which according to researchers may lead to other major health issues such as cancers, heart disease, type 1 and 2 diabetes as well as cognitive issues in the elderly.

4. Weight Gain:

Lower serotonin levels as a result of inadequate sunshine intake by the body will lead to over eating and weight gain. This is because serotonin helps controls the crave of hunger. This is why people tend to gain more weight in the colder months and vice versa.

5. Low Immune Function:

Lack of Vitamin D from sunshine will mean a weak immune system because it's very essential for immune health. Without it the T Cells which are key defendants against infection can not function correctly.

Health Defects Of Carrying Heavy Bags

Tips To Ensure Your Handbag Is Not Causing You Serious Health Problems

 A handbag is not just a fashion accessory, it a carry all for items such as wallets, cosmetics, gym clothes, tablets, make-up purse, pair of shoes, water bottle, book or magazine or both. They range from various sizes and shapes. According to Horsewear, there are 18 different types of bags:Athletic, Backpack, Baguette, Bowling, Bucket, Clutch, Duffel, Envelope, Fold over clutch, Hobo, Laptop, Messenger, Minaudiere, Satchel, Shoulder, Sling, Tote and wristlet. Each of these bags have different outfits and occasions they are used.

                                                  







  

If you are experiencing back, shoulder, buttock pains or tingling in your hands, it's possible your bag is the cause. Nowadays, handbags are so big that they have little bags tucked inside them making them almost impossible to carry unless you scrunch your shoulder to hold them in place. The pull from the bag may lead to problems such that the upper back muscles that stabilize the shoulder blade is forced to counter balance that weight. It can also cause the trunk to tilt sideways adding lower back pain. Now how do you avoid ''The Heavy Bag Syndrome'' without abandoning your bags? Read on to find out