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The underappreciated health benefits of being a weekend warrior

A new study suggests that, if done safely and for enough time to meet the recommended guidelines, weekend-only exercise can be beneficial. Source: The underappreciated health benefits of being a weekend warrior

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Bed rest for back pain? A little bit will do you – Harvard Health

When you do have back pain, does lying in bed help? Yes? No? Hmm…you should read this! http://www.health.harvard.edu/healthbeat/bed-rest-for-back-pain-a-little-bit-will-do-you

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4 ways to turn good posture into less back pain – Harvard Health

Do you find yourself dealing with back pain, again and again? You should read this! http://www.health.harvard.edu/healthbeat/4-ways-to-turn-good-posture-into-less-back-pain

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Daily Health Tips: Managing My Weight In Pregnancy

Q: Good day mums. Please help a first time mum to be. I have always been a plus sized lady even before I got married and now pregnant. I had a chat this afternoon with which I told her I … Continue reading

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Daily Health Tips: Side Effects Of Vitamin E

Happy Valentine’s Day everyone!   I hope y’all had a great day? I had a super-duper one. I was at a spa for some much needed pampering 😀 I had an awesome day!   And now to the business of … Continue reading

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Daily Health Tips: Avoid Slipping Down The Forgetful Slope!

Ever heard of Alzheimer’s disease? It is a condition in which there is memory loss and problems with problem solving skills or thinking. Do you worry that you may be losing your memory? You can’t remember where you parked your … Continue reading

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How Do I Eat Healthy With All These Starchy Foods Around?

In Africa, most of our foods are starchy. How does one find good and cheap proteins that can help one keep eating healthy? Is rice and beans a good combination? What of beans and corn? How do I eat healthy … Continue reading

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Daily Health Tips: How Do I Handle Pain From Haemorrhoids After Surgery?

Q: Hi doc I am from Kenya. I had a 3° hemorrhoid removed .I had been suffering from the hemorrhoid for the last 7 years. Now that it has been removed I am sore, going to the toilet is a … Continue reading

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New guidelines aim to help women prevent stroke

The first-ever guidelines for preventing stroke in women don’t fool around. They offer ways to prevent this disabling and potentially deadly event from adolescence to old age. Source: New guidelines aim to help women prevent stroke

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Daily Health Tips: Are ACTs Safe In Pregnancy?

Q: Good day Doc. Thanks for your teachings. Please I went to ask u if it is advisable to give a pregnant woman ACTM tabs or injections or is there any order treatment for as it regards malaria during pregnancy … Continue reading

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