Child spacing: good or bad

 How healthy the child becomes may depend on the spacing between the previous pregnancy and the latter.

  Child spacing refers to period of time or the interval between one child's birth date until the next one.

 It is an essential part of family planning, according to Mayo Clinic. It means figuring how long you need to wait after the first birth before getting pregnant.

A research published in the Journal of American Medical Association in 2006, found that the physical health of the baby is much better if the mother waits a minimum of 18 months after the previous baby before she conceives another.

 Recent research suggested that closely spaced pregnancies might be associated with an increased risk of autism in the second child. The risk is high for the pregnancies spaced less than 12 months.

 Research had also suggested that beginning pregnancy within six months of a live birth is associated with increased risk of premature birth, low birth weight, congenital disorders and schizophrenia. 

According to Mayo Clinic, closely spaced pregnancy might not give the mother enough time to recover from the previous before moving to the next. The nutrients lost during the previous pregnancy and breastfeeding might not be replaced and this may affect the health of the baby. Another study have equally shown that women are often anemic for a good year after a birth because of lots of iron allotted to the baby and placenta and the blood lost during the birth. 

 A famous Longitudinal stidy found that spacing kids closer than two years apart was a risk factor for both kids apparently because neither child got enough attention from the mother to create mother - child bond that kids need to flourish.

 Family Planning experts generally agreed that at least twenty - four months or two years birth interval is important for infant, child and maternal health. Some studies suggest that birth interval less than two years is associated with adverse paternal and maternal outcome. The World Health Organization (WHO has identified birth interval (the period between two consecutive live births) as critical determinant of child mortality risk, recommending that women space their births between three and five years apart to reduce health risks to children and the mothers (WHO 2007).

 A Los Angeles Lakers nutrition consultant and the author of Deep Nutrition: Why Your Genes Need Traditional Food pointed out that children who are given proper resources for fetal development are set up with better bone structure, more confidence, and higher intelligence.

 A new England Journal of Medicine reports that a minimum of 18 - 24 creates better space between pregnancies to prevent preterm birth, low birth weight, and infant death. 

A well spaced pregnancy helps the mother properly care for the first child before getting distracted by the second, thus it's very important that families adopt a good child spacing method.

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Is "URINE THERAPY" good for you?

Urine is a yellow liquid which is produced by human body as a waste product. It contains 95% water, 2.5% urea and 2.5% other minerals such as salt and other compounds.The kidneys make it when they filter toxins and other bad stuff from your blood. Urea, one of the content of urine has a toxic effect on the body. Drinking one's urine has been considered unhealthy because of the toxicity of some of it's components. Some argue that urine is a waste that the body has rejected and gotten rid of, and taking it back to the body will be very harmful to the body. However, a doctor in Russia has claimed to use urine therapy to treat people. Also, some credit has being given to urine therapy such as helping to prevent bacterial infection, viral infection, allergy, help in the fight against cancer, acne and other skin problem. Although many testimonies have been given about urine therapy,it has no medical and scientific backup to support it' as such some medical personnel and experts have warned against drinking urine. SOURCES: Medicine.net

What is "URINE THERAPY"

Urine Therapy refers to application of human urine for medical purposes. Urine therapy means using one's urine to prevent, cure illnesses and in most cases it is used to enhance beauty. To most people, "URINE THERAPY" is the Most effective natural remedy and the safest method of treatment with no side effects. It has been in existence for more than a thousand years and it has been used to heal a wide variety of ailments. It is still pavalent in some traditionsThe most effective is the early morning urine(that which is passed in the morning after rising). According to Martha Christy, author of Your Own Perfect Medicine, urine is highly respected by mainstream medical scientists and researchers, even if the general public isn't aware of its benefit. Urine Therapy has been claimed to have proven helpful in a great number of varying illnesses, ranging from a simple cold and a throat-ache, to tuberculosis and asthma, from minor skin problems such as itching to major skin problems such as eczema, psoriasis and even skin cancer. Urine Consist primarily of water (95% water) , with 2.5% of which is urea, and 2.5% of which is a mixture of minerals, salts, hormones, and enzymes. Most people have testify that the use of Urine therapy is a very powerful cure for some diseases, However it has no scientific background. many doctors have have equally kicked against drinking urine. Sources:www.urinetherapy.in all-natural.com

USAID:240,000 Children Die In Nigeria Annually From Diarrhoea

According to the United States Agency for International Development (USAID,least 240,000 Nigerian children die every year from diarrhoea related illness. one of the commonest diseases during childhood. The Office Director of USAID Nigeria, Nancy Lowenthal, while she was speaking at the launch campaign against diarrhoea organised by the Sustaining Health Outcomes in the Private Sector Plus (SHOPS PLUS) in conjunction with USAID in Makurdi, stated that the disturbing figure of children dying from diarrhoea ranked the country as the second highest in the world. She also pointed that diarrhoea, pneumonia and malaria as the leading causes of childhood killer diseases, stressing the need for partners and stakeholders to join hands together in order to end all forms of preventable child and maternal morbidity. Chief of Party, SHOPS Plus Nigeria, Mrs Ayodele Iroko,while giving her address, noted that her organisation,which is a flagship project of USAID, has its aim at increasing the use of priority health services through the strategic expansion of private sector whole health system. Iroko further note that the campaign "Push Diarrhoea Away" would foster zero tolerance for diarrhoea deaths in children under the age of five in all communities in Benue State while also helping the kids to complete their immunisation. Source: Daily Trust

The World Health Organization, WHO expresses disapproval over new polio cases in Nigeria.

The World Health Organization, WHO has expressed concern over new cases of polio in nigeria. According to Dr Matshidiso Moeti, the Organization's Regional Director for Africa while reacting to this, said: "We are deeply saddened by the news that two Nigerian children have been paralyzed by polio. The Government has made significant strides to stop this paralyzing disease in recent years.

"The overriding priority now is to rapidly immunize all children around the affected area and ensure that no other children succumb to this terrible disease."

Director of polio eradication at WHO Headquarters, Dr. Michel Zaffran, was also quoted as saying: "We are confident that with a swift response and strong collaboration with the Nigerian Government, we can soon rid the country of polio once and for all. This is an important reminder that the world cannot afford to be complacent as we are on the brink of polio eradication - we will only be done when the entire world has been certified polio-free."

According to WHO, the pattern of the virus suggests a close link to  to a wild poliovirus strain. The strain was last detected in Borno in 2011.

In 2012, it was said that Nigeria accounted for more than half of all polio cases worldwide, however a huge progress was made after then through the combined effort of the government, religious leaders and the health workers as the country recently marked two years without the case of polio.

Increased effort through the establishment of more Emergency Operations Centers at the national and state level and the community involvement, also creating polio awareness will help combat the outbreak

 

Source: http://allafrica.com

Alfred Ihenkuronye: About two hundred people die annually from food poisionning>>>

       According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), food containing harmful bacteria, viruses, parasites or chemical substances is responsible for more than 200 diseases, ranging from diarrhoea to cancers.
 Increasingly, many Nigerian have said to have died from eating contaminated food. Alfred Ihenkuronye, a professor of Food Science and Technology stated recently that no fewer than 200,000 persons die annually in the country as a result of contaminated foods.
 According to him, there are various ways through which food can be contaminated, most of which have been traced to the preparation and handling of the food by the food vendors. These should be a source of concern because food poisoning can cause a serious damage and in most cases lead to death.

According toWorld Health Organization , "New threats to food safety are constantly emerging. Changes in food production, distribution and consumption; changes to the environment; new and emerging pathogens; antimicrobial resistance - all pose challenges to national food safety systems".

However, WHO offers five practical guides to food vendors and consumers for handling and preparation: Keep clean, separate raw and cooked food, cook food thoroughly, keep food at safe temperatures, and use safe water and raw materials. What the authorities must now do is a campaign to sensitise the public about these measures.

Source: allafrica.com

Getting rid of the pimples on your face>>>>>

>>>>>Seeing spots on you face or skin sometimes makes the person feel uncomfortable, however it may not be a sign of illness but it makes the face rough. Pimple is a small inflamed or pus-filled spot on the surface of the skin or the face. They may results from excess oil getting trapped in the pores. Pimples occur when the sebaceous glands (oil producing gland) becomes infected. It mostly appears on the back, face, chest and shoulder. It is usually a minor acne and can be treated by regularly washing skin areas with neutral cleansers. It is usually caused when the dead skin cells left behind gets stuck together by sebum which is produced by the sebaceous gland, causing blockage in the pores (small openings in the skin). This may harbor bacteria (Propionibacterium acnes) which causes the inflammation. It is more likely to occur during puberty. According to research conducted by the researchers from the New York University and published in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, people who eat a lot of high glycemic index foods and dairy products are more likely to have acne.

How to treat and get your face smooth again>>>>> Wash your face in the early morning with warm water and soap (preferable anti-septic) to remove the oil on your face and also at night before you sleep.

Some home remedies which can work for pimple are as follows>>>




Honey>>>According to  Dr. Krant, raw and organic Manuka honey has been shown to aid in wound-healing with its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties. Rubbing the honey over your face for at least 10-20 minutes before washing your face with warm water will help eliminate pimples and open the pores.








 
Lemon>>>It contains citric acid. According to Dr. Jaliman, it boast L-ascorbic acid (a natural astringent and anti-oxidant). Rubbing and leaving it overnight may be better.









Salicylic acid>>>>Salicylic acid is an active ingredient found in Asprin. It is used as an anti-inflammatory drug and it is probably best known for its use as a key ingredient in topical anti-acne products. After washing your face, get the salicylic acid or dissolve one aspirin in water, apply on the affected part and leave it over the night,then wash it off the following morning.


Benzoyl peroxide (BPO)>>>An effective for reducing the number and severity of acne lesions. It does not cause antibiotic resistance. Benzoyl peroxide is in form of gel with the concentration of 2.5% . Benzoyl peroxide commonly causes initial dryness and sometimes irritation of the skin.





Aloe Vera>>> It is used as an active ingredient in moisturizers, face washes, soaps and sunscreen lotions due to its moisturizing, curative and calming properties. Aloe Vera contains saponins like gibberellin, mannans and polysaccharides which kill acne causing bacteria and viruses. The astringent property of aloe removes excess oil and dirt from the skin to prevent acne breakout.  Apply the gel on the affected area, leave it for about 15 minutes and wash off with warm water.





 Garlic>>>>A herb that adds flavor to the food when added, however, it is appreciated by many for it's medicinal properties. It has being identified for acne treatment due to it's antibacterial, anti-fungal, antiviral and anti-septic properties that help to prevent clogged pores and thus, reducing acne. Crush the garlic cloves, apply on the affected areas, leave it for some minutes then wash off with warm water.






 Note: Do not pop or pick the pimple as it may leave back scar on your face.Just get your hands off your face.


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