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Daily Health Tips: Why do I feel so gassy???

Posted on January 11, 2014 by chatwithdrketch

Hello everyone! Hope you had a good night. Have you ever been embarrassed by a growling stomach, a burp that came from nowhere or just that feeling of ‘gassiness’ (I’m not even sure this is a real word!). Well, you’re … Continue reading →

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Daily Health Tips: Cheap and Cheerful Proteins? Seriously?!

Posted on January 10, 2014 by chatwithdrketch

Hallos! Today, I’ll be treating two questions that address the same issue. Enjoy! Q: What about hides and skin (Ponmo)? Nutritious or not? Q: Please what about eating Ponmo (skin) instead of the red meat? A: I will start by … Continue reading →

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Daily Health Tips: Juicing Vegetables

Posted on January 9, 2014 by chatwithdrketch

Q: Is it okay to drink the juice of vegetables like bitter leaf? A: Juicing and drinking vegetable juices is always a great idea. They contain loads of anti-oxidants that help you fight cancer, build and maintain your body’s immunity … Continue reading →

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Daily Health Tips: Lack of Sleep and…. hypertension?

Posted on January 9, 2014 by chatwithdrketch

Q: Does lack of sleep cause hypertension? Is it only excessive salt that causes hypertension? A: Sleeping less than 6 hours daily has been shown to affect the body’s ability to regulate stress hormones. These stress hormones like cortisol have … Continue reading →

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Daily Health Tips: Preparation of vegetables for cooking/eating

Posted on January 8, 2014 by chatwithdrketch

Excerpts from Redeemed Camp seminar Q: It has been noted that when vegetables are not properly cooked, there is a tendency of contacting some diseases like E. coli. What is the best way of cooking your vegetable? A: It is … Continue reading →

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Daily Health Tips: More Diaper Tips

Posted on January 7, 2014 by chatwithdrketch

Did you find yourself feeling overwhelmed after you had your first baby with all the advice coming from different quarters…all of them struggling for supremacy? Here are more diaper tips for our new mums: o Get the right diaper that … Continue reading →

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Daily Health Tips: Teething in babies

Posted on January 6, 2014 by chatwithdrketch

Have you ever heard that when children start teething, they start stooling? I’m sure we’ve all heard that at one time or the other, but guess what? There’s no conclusive research that has shown any link between the process of … Continue reading →

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Daily Health Tips: Why do I have dark gums?

Posted on January 5, 2014 by chatwithdrketch

Hello y’all. The day has gone well so far, right? 😀 Do you have dark/black gums? Do you feel self conscious about this especially when you smile? Have you spent time wondering whether to see your dentist about it or … Continue reading →

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Daily Health Tips: Bleeding, Swollen Gums

Posted on January 4, 2014 by chatwithdrketch

Do you find your gums bleeding oftentimes when you brush or even when you floss or use cocktail sticks…aka tooth picks? Well it could be a sign of gum disease…or perhaps, you are actually causing the problems without knowing. How … Continue reading →

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Daily Health Tips: Diaper Bag Essentials

Posted on January 3, 2014 by chatwithdrketch

Good morning, everyone 😀 Still focusing on new mums…do you (new mum) often wonder what to pack in baby’s diaper bag when you’re going out? How much of everything you need or what you don’t need at all? Now let’s … Continue reading →

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