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A study tested how certain types of light affected migraine pain. In this research, some people said that green light eased their pain somewhat. Source: Shining a light on migraine relief

Did you catch our show on pregnancy myths? Well here is an excerpt from my book, Just For The Health Of It, with some of these myths.   https://chatwithdrketch.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/excerpts-1-from-jfthoi.pdf   Enjoy the read.   You can get a copy of … Continue reading →

Q: Does ice water has an effect in early pregnancy A: This question has been asked again and again in different ways. Can my baby get pneumonia if I drink cold water in pregnancy? Can the baby become asthmatic etc? … Continue reading →

Cough for a minute or two, and you may think something has “gone down the wrong pipe.” Cough for a day or two, and you may think you’ve picked up a cold or the flu.After a week, bronchitis or allergies … Continue reading →

Q: Morning Dr Ketch. Advise me on the best medication for quitting smoking. A: Thanks a whole lot for writing in. I am excited that you have decided to quit. That’s a wonderful place to start. Another important point here … Continue reading →

Q: Thank you, but I have a question that I want to ask you: can a ‘hypertension’ patient still have sex? I suffer from it since ten years ago. I’m 49 years old. A: This is a great question. It … Continue reading →

Q: Good morning, Dr Ketch. Thank you for helping us out health wise. I’ll like to ask…as a Nigerian, do you know of any food that is healthy for a recovering stroke and hypertensive patient apart from Semovita and wheat? … Continue reading →

Q: Doc my heart beats too much, mostly if I lift heavier weights A: Thanks for writing in. The post below would speak to your question. A: Palpitations occur when you get the sense that you can feel your heart … Continue reading →

Q: Are snails, crabs and prawns healthy to eat? A: Sea food is generally healthy containing a good amount of protein and Omega 3 fatty acids which are very heart healthy. They are also rich in a lot of minerals … Continue reading →

If you have ever worried about protecting your eyesight, you should read this: http://www.health.harvard.edu/healthbeat/5-truths-about-protecting-your-eyes