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Breast milk reduces risk of infant’s allergy -Study

Ihesiulo Grace 21 June 2018 0

The unique composition of sugars in a mother’s breast milk may prevent food allergies in her infant, according to a study published in the latest issue of Allergy. The study highlighted the health role of Human Milk Oligosaccharides (HMOs), which are not found in infant formula, suggesting a

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Heavy alcohol intake increases risk of liver disease, Researchers say

Ihesiulo Grace 25 January 2018 0

Heavy consumption of alcohol during adolescence can lead to greater risk of developing liver diseases later in life, researchers have said. The research by the Swedish scientists with Karolinska University Hospital of Sweden showed that young men who drank 20g or more of alcohol each day during their adolescence have higher risks of developing liver […]

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Swipha set to increase local drug production, distribution

Ihesiulo Grace 25 January 2018 0

The new management of Swiss Pharma Nigeria Limited ( Swipha) is strongly committed to revitalizing and turning the company into a leading player in the pharmaceutical sector in terms of quality , code of conduct ( or ethics) and partnership with Health Care Professionals ( HCPs ) . In March 2017, Biogaran , a subsidiary […]

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Nigerians urge to consume fruits,vegetables to reduce kidney failure

Ihesiulo Grace 25 January 2018 0

Worried by the rise in obesity and its attendant health consequences like kidney failure, cancer, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, diabetes among others, Nigerians have been advised to adopt a healthy lifestyle. Expert said they can do this by engaging in regular exercise and consuming foods rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains and nuts. A Consultant

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Infertility: How IVF is restoring lost hope in marriages

Ihesiulo Grace 25 January 2018 0

Childlessness in Nigeria and other parts of Africa usually brings so much pain to affected couples as they suffer all kinds of humiliation and discrimination. This challenge has led to the collapse of well-established marriages and homes in some cases due to pressure from family members and friends and then, blame game on the part […]