LIFE FROM 30

Abnormal heart rhythm characterized by rapid and irregular beating. Often it starts as brief periods of abnormal beating which become longer and possibly constant over time. Most episodes have no symptoms. Occasionally there may be heart palpitations, fainting, shortness of breath or chest pain. Atrial fibrillation increases the risk of heart failure, dementia and stroke. Hypertension and obesity are common risk factors for atrial fibrillation. Caffeine consumption does not appear to be associated with its development but excessive alcohol consumption (binge drinking) us linked to atrial fibrillation.

I am 38, male, never really bothered to check my cholesterol. About 4 months ago, I had an annual physical checkup  as part of my organization's requirements and my cholesterol was high. I was shocked. I am not a smoker and I exercise religiously and I am generally healthy. My blood pressure was perfect just as everything else. The doctor prescribed some medications and I said "no way". I wanted to give it another two months and see how I could improve on it without medications. So I stopped eating things like potato chips and added oat bran to my diet. I jogged three times more than before. Six weeks later, I went in for another test, surprisingly, all figures shot up. I was dumbfounded. How possible?? Okay, so I decided to try a five more week of a healthy lifestyle before giving in to medication. I  bought eight books on cholesterol and followed their dietary requirements religiously. My thrill was eating the dark chocolate and red wine they all recommended. After fi...

Rural dwellers in developing countries most times cannot afford animal products which are rich sources of protein because they are either too expensive or simply unavailable. Staple diets consist mainly of cereals, grains or starchy roots and tubers this leads to various health problems associated with protein and vitamin deficiencies. The African Locust Bean, thus found very popular use especially in its fermented dawadawa form which is a product of the seeds. A seasoning native to West Africa, Dawadawa are seeds from a very common large and tall tree and it is related to the legume family. Dawadawa has a paste - like consistency with seeds present. It has a black appearance and a strong pungent smell that can be reduced by cooking. The fruit pulp is sweet to taste which indicates the presence of natural sugars and a potential energy source. The attractive yellow color indicates the presence of phyto - nutrients, carotenoid, which are important precursors of retinol (vitamin A). Its s...

Upper body strength is important to have because it controls your ability to perform everyday activities such as reaching, pulling, pushing and lifting. Having a strong upper body improves your flexibility, mobility and range of motion. If your upper body strength deteriorates as you age, you are more prone to injuries, diseases and a diminished quality of life. Your upper body is grouped into muscles with specific functions. You have muscles of your hand, forearms, upper arm and shoulder. You also have muscles that connect your limbs to your chest, torso and spinal column. Maintaining strength in these muscles enables you to perform everyday and sports related activities at an optimal level and to minimize the muscle loss that comes with aging. Upper body muscle strength can also help prevent injuries with activities that stress those muscles. Benefits of strength in these muscles are a pleasing, healthy appearance and strong posture.

 Women may have sexual dysfunction as a side effect of high blood pressure as well. High blood pressure can reduce blood flow to your vagina. For some women this leads to a decrease in sexual desire or arousal, vagina dryness or difficulty achieving orgasm. Like men, women can experience anxiety and relationship issues due to sexual dysfunction. Keep monitoring your pressure

Dame Patience Jonathan went out for drink with some of the Top Women after which the Waiter brought their bills:- • Patience Jonathan. N10,400 • Ngozi Okonjo.......... N10,250 • Folasade Bent.........N10,450 • Turai Yar’adua..........N10,200 • Total.........................N41,300 Patience Jonathan said: I will pay for everyone else, but Total must pay for herself because I didn’t invite her, afterall she owns petrol stations all over Nigeria!😂😂😂😂 Do not laugh alone, pass it on!

From a nurse... “As a registered nurse, I’d often see in my patients (and in myself!) the complications caused by being overweight and obese, but I have to say when I saw this I was amazed at the visual reminder. “ “This image shows a 250 lb woman on the left and a 120 lb woman on the right. We can see weight gain from the outside, but we usually can’t see what it’s doing on the inside. Look at the fat surrounding the organs in the woman on the left. Do you also see the fat around her heart and around her brain? A little scary, isn’t it? Look at the compression around the stomach and internal organs. Do you think that would have any impact on GERD and indigestion? Look at the compressed knee joints. Do you think those joints ache a little more than they should?” WOW!!  That’s eye opening!  I see patients every day that are dying from diseases caused or worsened by poor choices and obesity.  Is that cheeseburger, chocolate cake, French fries, etc...worth it? Make a d...

Rosmarinus officinalis, commonly known as Rosemary, is a woody perennial herb with fragrant evergreen needle like leaves with flowers of different colors, native to Mediterranean region. It's a member of the mint family, Lamiaceae along with many other herbs such as oregano, thyme, basil and lavender. The herb has been hailed since ancient times for its medicinal properties: help alleviate muscle pain, improve memory, boost immune and circulatory system and promote hair growth. Till date its leaves, fresh or dried are used in traditional cuisine and have a characteristic aroma which complements many cooked foods. It provides calories and contain no cholesterol. Minerals such as potassium, calcium, copper, iron, magnesium and manganese can be found in Rosemary. Research shows it has a rich source of antioxidants and anti inflammatory compounds, improves digestion, enhances memory and concentration, preventing brain aging and provides neurological protection. It is typically prepared...

Depending on your own body image and personal style you may prefer a workout clothing that is loose and cover most part of your body. Or, you might want to wear fitted outfits that allows you to see your muscles and curves as you exercise. If you are running or walking don't wear long pants as that might cause you to trip or get stuck in pedals. While function and fit are the most important elements, you want to feel good while you are exercising, otherwise you might be tempted to cut your workout short. Runners, tennis players and trainers will want to choose a workout shoe that protects their bodies and boosts performance. Make sure you wear a comfortable athletic footwear that supports your feet and ankles. Don't wear jewelry when you exercise. Anything dangling from your ears or neck runs a risk of snuggling a piece of equipment or falling off. As much as you will want to look good while exercising, your workout clothes should be less fashionable and more about comfort a...

Tiny delicate blood vessels supply blood to your eyes. Like other vessels, they too can be damaged by high blood pressure. High blood pressure can damage the vessels supplying blood to your retina, causing retinopathy. This condition can lead to bleeding in the eye, blurred vision and complete loss of vision. If you also have both diabetes and high blood pressure you are at an even greater risk.  Monitor your blood pressure today.

Smart Or Crazy!!! TV ANCHOR INTERVIEWING A FARMER. QN: what do you feed your goats? Farmer: black one or white one? Anchor: white one... Farmer: grass. Anchor: and black one?? Farmer: i give her grass too? Anchor: where do they sleep? Farmer: which one,black or white? Anchor: white one... Farmer: outer room of the farm. Anchor: and black one? Farmer: also outer room of farm. *anchor in an angry manner..."idiot if you do the same to both then why do you ask every time white or black?" Farmer: because white one is mine.. Anchor: and the black one? Farmer: its also mine!

Tony has done well with getting his cholesterol under control. He's had a notable failure. But as Tony tells it, he's learnt as much from the failure as he's learnt from the success. Maybe more. About 2 years ago, Tony's doctor told him he had a high risk of heart attack and his cholesterol was high. This meant that Tony, at age 52, had to start cholesterol medicine right away.  "It was the fear that did it", admits Tony. "I am about the age my dad was when he had his first heart attack. I was willing to do whatever the doctor told me. So I did it all -  the healthy diet, exercise and cholesterol medication. It was a lot of work to get used to my new lifestyle. But my cholesterol went down and my risk for heart attack went down too. After 6 months I was fit, I'd lost weight and felt great. I was golden". After a year or so of keeping up wif his healthy heart routine, he decided to make a change." I figured I was ready to stop taking the me...

While others may eat just fruits and vegetables as a snack or dessert others prefer smoothies. A smoothie is a thick beverage made from a blended raw fruit and or vegetable with other ingredients such as water, ice, dairy products or sweeteners. Being hypertensive or diabetic should not stop you from enjoying smoothies too. One out of many which you can enjoy is the Carrot and Orange Burst smoothie. This combination of carrot juice blended with oranges or any other citrus fruit will give you a huge burst of potassium, vitamin C and vitamin A. Just peel an orange or tangerine and blend with carrots for a super treat. Potassium counteracts the effects of sodium on blood pressure thereby lowering it. It also decreases the risk of developing kidney stones and bone loss that occurs with age. Enjoy smoothies as long as the ingredients are blood pressure lowering agents.

Exercising your legs helps: 1.Reduce risk of injury 2.Burn more calories 3.You ran faster and longer thereby giving you more strength 💪 4.Increase your metabolism rate 5.Relieve lower back pain 6.Increase the release of Growth Hormone and Testosterone thereby giving you more muscles 7.Gives symmetry to your body. A big-upper body with chopstick legs obviously looks ridiculous. Give your legs some attention too.

Although the inability to have and maintain an erection (erectile dysfunction) becomes increasingly common in men as they reach age 50, it's even more likely to occur if they have high blood pressure. Over time high blood pressure damages the lining of your blood vessels and causes your arteries to harden and narrow (atherosclerosis ) limiting blood flow. This means less blood is able to flow to your penis. For some men the decreased blood flow makes it difficult to achieve and maintain erections.  The problem is fairly common, especially among men who are not treating their high blood pressure. Monitor and know your blood pressure readings today.

Dentist waiting room. Let's hope a gynecologist doesn't decide to do something similar.

"I was self-conscious. I was insecure. I was lazy. I had suicidal thoughts at times. I was overweight. I had high blood pressure. I would be breathless when I went up a stairs. My feet would swell on long journeys.  I never had rest periods from work. One day I made a promise to myself to take control of my thoughts, my health and my life. I started eating healthily, taking rest periods, monitoring my pressure and working out. Now I am unstoppable. If I could do it so can you.

Phoenix dactylifera(date or date palm) is a flowering plant species in the palm family Arecaceae, cultivated for its edible sweet fruit. Although its place of origin is unknown because of long cultivation, it probably originated from lands around Iraq.  Though it can be eaten fresh dates are often dried resembling raisins and plums. But whether fresh or dry, the health benefits are just as plentiful. If you are looking for fibre, copper, potassium, manganese, magnesium, vitamin B6, look no further than dates. But the fruit is so small that you will need to consume a larger quantity to intake the necessary amount. It also has a high sugar content about 66.5 grams per 100 gram serving of the fruit. Dates are useful for weight loss, promoting heart health, iron deficiency anemia, reducing high blood pressure, promoting respiration and digestive health, preventing hemorrhoids and impotence. The seeds are soaked and ground up for animal feed and oil from the seeds can be used in making ...

Poor circulation can lead to numerous health conditions or worsen those you already have. The first indication for poor circulation us usually a problem with the hands and feet or legs. There are many causes of poor circulation some of high are related to unhealthy lifestyle choices. Poor foot circulation is sometimes caused by obesity, lack of exercise or poor food choices. These habits can cause the arteries that carry oxygenated blood and nutrients around the body to become diseased. A diseased artery narrows, preventing the easy flow of blood to organs and muscles. As much as you exercise care for your feet by wearing a protective and comfortable footwear to prevent injuries to your feet.

This is a transition stage between the change in understanding and memory that comes with ageing and more serious problems caused by Alzheimer's disease. Like dementia it can result from blocked blood flow to the brain when high blood pressure damages the arteries.

An old farmer wrote a letter to his son in prison." Son this year I will not plant cassava and yam because I can't dig the field, I know if you were here you would have helped me".  The son replied  his father "Dad don't even think of digging the field because that's where I burried  the money I stole".               "GHANA  POLICE" on reading this letter went early in the morning to the house, dug the whole field in search of the money but nothing was found.  The next day the son wrote his father again "Dad you can now plant your cassava and yam this is the best I can do from here.           Dad replied " haaa my son you are too powerful indeed ,even in prison you still command police men to work for me,I was so suprised to see the IGP and team holding hoes  and shovels, digging my farm. I will write to you   when I want to harvest.                 ...

Sitting in the stands at a football game is enough to make your blood pressure skyrocket, between the stress of victory and the alcohol available at concession stands. Now imagine what playing or coaching in the same pitch can do. For Mr. A. Donkor, head coach of a private university, a high blood pressure diagnosis from his family doctor at age 27 was enough to make him rethink his health. As a sports man physical activity and unhealthy eating was not the culprit. Instead his high blood pressure was attributed to uncontrollable risk factors, including family history. His grandmum, sister and oldest son all had blood pressure. At age 40, he has successfully managed his pressure for the last 13 yrs, keeping it in a healthy range with the use of medications, ample rest periods, avoiding smoking and alcoholism and annual visits to his health care team. He now carries out hypertensive talks for his team and encourages them to check their pressure periodically. His son has also learnt enou...

Broccoli belongs to the cruciferous vegetable family which includes kale, cauliflower, brussels , sprouts and turnips. This little tree, as many  will describe it are noted for being pushed off  plates by most kids, but broccoli has not lost its reputation for being one of the healthiest vegetable. It contains vitamin C, which when eaten in its natural form can help fight skin damage caused by the sun and pollution, reduce wrinkles and improve overall skin texture. You will surely automatically think of citrus fruits when you think of vitamin C but did you know that broccoli provides 81 miligrams in just one serving? That is more than what you need in an entire day. With the natural fibre that it contains, broccoli prevents constipation , maintains a healthy digestive tract and lower the risk of a colon cancer. It also provides a lower risk of developing stroke, hypertension, diabetes, obesity and other gastrointestinal diseases by lowering high blood pressure and chole...