If you’ve ever tried to lose weight (and who hasn’t), you’ve got to be mindful of whose advice you take. Your colleague says you need to cut out carbs. Your gym buddy knows the secret is to stop eating after 7 p.m.
Your Facebook friend swears she’ll be in swimsuit shape by March if she only eats once a day. Your husband, well, he sneezes and the weight seems to fall off.
But do any of these tips really work? To help you shed those extra pounds—and keep them off—without starving yourself, ditching your social life, or eating only at odd times of the day, we talked to experienced nutritionists for real-world advice you can actually live with, day in and day out.
We’ll tell you how to focus on the delicious foods you can add to your diet, why you should be eating more often (yes!), the fat loss benefits of more sleep, and how even taking a few deep breaths can put you on a successful path to weight loss.
Spice up your food
Adding hot spices to your meals can help curb hunger, according to a study in the British Journal of Nutrition. Need another reason to add some heat? Scientists at the State University of New York at Buffalo found that capsaicin (a compound found in chilies) triggers your brain to release feel-good endorphins. A full belly and a good mood? Pass the hot sauce!
Never get too hungry
You make poor decisions when your judgment is compromised. Hunger is a primal urge that’s difficult to deny. When you’re famished, it’s hard to hold off until you can find healthy food. As a result, you end up eating anything that’s not nailed down, and typically, regretting it. Planning meals and snacks works wonders to head off the intense hunger that can do a number on your best intentions to eat right. Always tote healthy snacks, such as an ounce of pistachios, a hard-cooked egg and some whole grain crackers, Greek yogurt, or 1/4 cup raisins. Don’t skip meals or skimp on them, either.
Kick the salt habit
Salt is a big contributor to weight gain and often a reason why the numbers on the scale aren’t going down. The average American consumes twice the amount of salt they should have each day, leading to weight gain, bloating, and the inability to lose stubborn pounds. Salt can also make you feel hungrier and thirstier, so check the nutrition labels for high sodium levels and choose fresh over packaged or restaurant foods. You’ll see a puffy face and belly go down quickly just by cutting back on your sodium intake and choosing more natural foods.Use the red, orange and green rule
At each meal include one food that is any of these colors. By focusing on these foods, you’ll be sure to get some produce on your plate and won’t have space on your plate for higher-calorie fare. (Bonus: Colourful fruits and veggies help your skin look healthier and younger.)
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The presidency has declared that President Muhammadu Buhari will seek re-election into office in 2019.
One of his spokespersons, Malam Garba Shehu, maintained that the president is “good enough to continue” if given the opportunity to contest the 2019 presidential election.
He lamented that many were ignorant about Buhari’s ailment, assuring that that the president would speak to Nigerians when he returns from his medical vacation.
“The main issue is the president comes back home in full health and resumes office,” Shehu told Thisday.
“It is left for Nigerians to decide. I know the decision is with the people. But President Muhammadu Buhari is good enough to continue”.
Shehu insisted that he could not speak specifically on the nature of Buhari’s illness.
“I cannot tell because I do not know the nature of his ailment. As he is, the president does not need prompting from anyone before he comes out and tells Nigerians what happened to him.
“When he came back last time, President Buhari told Nigerians what he went through in the United Kingdom. I think the president will choose the right moment to talk to Nigerians.
“In the constitution, there is nowhere the president is required to disclose his illness.
“This is a country where past presidents never fell ill before. Even when they fell ill, nobody knew about it.
“This is a country where past presidents never handed over to their deputies. We had a president who was dying in office. Nobody was ready to talk”.
He faulted those demanding Buhari’s resignation due to his illness and long absence, noting that their agitation was linked “to some elements in the opposition”.
“In any case, we are in a democracy. We cannot stop people from protesting or demonstrating.
“In a country of 170 million people, we only have two dozen people protesting and all of them with links with the opposition. Every person is entitled to his or her own view.
“Nigeria has a huge population. But there are people praying in churches or mosques for the president’s recovery,” Shehu added,
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According to a report by Guardian, several hundred angry protesters demonstrated outside Trump Tower in New York on Monday, denouncing US President Donald Trump before his first visit to his Manhattan residence since taking office more than six months ago.
After making a brief stop at the White House, the Republican commander-in-chief is spending several days in his Manhattan triplex before returning to his golf club in Bedminster, New Jersey to finish out his first summer vacation as president.
But in the predominantly Democratic-voting US financial capital, where Trump is hugely unpopular, several hundred protesters descended on Trump Tower on Fifth Avenue until police could clear the sidewalks.
“Hey, hey! Ho, ho! Trump the racist has to go!” sang the crowd, some holding up giant balloon letters in gold that read: FU TRUMP.”
“No Trump, no KKK, no Fascist USA!” the group changed. “Love, not hate. That’s what makes America great!”
Dozens of officers stood guard for several blocks. Police detained at least one woman protesting outside the Prada store, as angry demonstrators rounded on those in uniform shouting: “Who do you serve?”
But Trump arrived in New York after dark, driving through the relatively empty streets of Manhattan under a heavy police presence.
No protesters could be seen from the motorcade along the way, as many were gathered on a different street from the motorcade’s route.
“Feels good to be home after seven months, but the White House is very special, there is no place like it… and the US is really my home,” Trump said on Twitter.
‘Lowest’ week of Trump presidency
“I am terrified of what country we’ve become, the fact that white supremacists, Nazis, anti-Semites feel empowered by our president,” said Lynn Gray, 68, who left banking to found her own company.
“He’s destroying everything that our forefathers worked for.”
Teacher Kevin Gallagher, 61, said he at first gave Trump “a chance” despite his dislike of the Republican.
“But this week has been truly the lowest of his presidency,” Gallagher added. “He needs to see what his fellow citizens think of him.”
Trump took heat from Democrats and Republicans alike for his initial, subdued response to a deadly weekend rally by white supremacists in Charlottesville, Virginia.
Under pressure to explicitly condemn the violence, Trump earlier Monday denounced racism and slammed the Ku Klux Klan and neo-Nazis as “criminals and thugs.”
“I came here to be with the people of New York and express our anger,” said musician, Ryan Egan, 28, in jeans and a grey T-shirt, who clapped and shouted with the other protesters.
Trump previously visited New York in May, for just a few hours, when he dined with Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull on a decommissioned US warship docked on the Hudson River.
The president often says he’s not spending much time in New York to avoid paralyzing the city.
“During the time that I lived in Manhattan, whenever a president came in, it was very disruptive, and I think I’m probably more disruptive than any of them,” he said recently.
Located on Fifth Avenue, Trump Tower houses offices, apartments and the headquarters of the Trump Organization, as well the president’s triplex New York residence at the top of the 68-floor glass tower.
It was in the tower’s marble lobby that the billionaire real estate developer launched his candidacy for the presidency on June 16, 2015.
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Hospital antibiotics have become one of the most over-prescribed “medicines” today. As a result, people have ruined their digestive systems and ironically, have lowered their natural immunity to all types of infections in the future. Get rid of infections without the digestive destruction, with these five powerful natural antibiotics.
1. Garlic
garlic
Up first is the natural antibiotic garlic! Garlic has been used medicinally by cultures around the world for thousands of years. In fact, it was used in the 1700s to ward off the plague.
Garlic possesses potent antibiotic, antiviral, antifungal, and antimicrobial properties and is able to help protect and facilitate removal of unfriendly bacteria. It is also very high in natural antioxidants that destroy free radicals, which also supports a strong immune system.
The active ingredient in garlic, allicin, is the key component to killing and warding off harmful bacteria. Crush it to activate these compounds, and eat it raw, in a warm tea or in lightly cooked food.
2. Colloidal silver
Colloidal silver has been known as an effective antibiotic for centuries. In the early 1900s, Alfred Searle, founder of the Searle pharmaceutical company, discovered that it could kill the most deadly pathogens.
Searle stated that applying colloidal silver to human subjects has been done in a large number of cases with astonishing results. The main advantage was that it was rapidly fatal to microbes without toxic action on its host.
Recent research has also stated that colloidal silver can destroy antibiotic resistant microbes like MRSA, the bird flu, and SARS.
3. Oil Of Oregano
Oil of oreganoOil of oregano takes care of pathogenic bacteria without disrupting beneficial bacteria. It is also antiviral and antifungal which makes it a powerful, natural antibiotic with a three-in-one combination that rivals pharmaceuticals while not encouraging antibiotic resistance.
The key antimicrobial ingredient in oil of oregano is carvacrol. You should ensure that your source is at least 70 percent carvacrol content in order to be effective.
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4. Echinacea
Echinacea has been used to treat a wide variety of infections for hundreds of years. Traditionally, it was used to treat open wounds, diphtheria, blood poisoning, and other bacterial related illnesses.
Today, this potent herb is used mostly for colds and flu, due to its ability to destroy the most dangerous forms of bacteria such as staphylococcus aureus, which causes deadly MRSA.
5. Manuka Honey
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Perhaps the most palatable antibiotic comes in the form of manuka honey. Applied topically, it can kill a wide range of pathogens including MRSA and flesh-eating bacteria. It was also found that the treated bacteria did not build up any resistance, which would eventually render manuka honey ineffective.
This is certainly not an exhaustive list of natural antibiotics, but a great start for an all natural pharmacy. Also, consider reishi, pau d’arco, Una de Gato, olive leaf extract, cloves, turmeric and even lemons to round out your antibiotic arsenal.
Source: Foodmatters
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Nollywood has come of age. If there is anyone who still turns their noses up at Nigerian films, simply show the person some of the movie trailers in this post.
Yes, more work needs to be done, but gone are the days when mediocrity was the other of the day. That said, below are six Nollywood films you should really check out.
1. On Time
Produced by fast rising actress Maryam Charles, On Time tells the story of a disabled woman who overcomes serious family challenges to find the love of her life. It stars veteran actor Jibola Dabo, Loveth Efenudu, Emma Efordi, and Maryam Charles herself.
2. My Wife and I
An Inkblot and Filmone production, this film stars popular actors Omoni Oboli and Ramsey Nouah playing the role of a couple who through some ‘miracle’ switch bodies. What follows is a roller coaster of emotions. Ngozi Nwosu, Rachael Oniga, Jemima Osundae, Dozie Onyiruika, Seyi Law, and Sambasa Nzeribe also make appearances in the film. It was directed by Bunmi Ajakaiye.
3. Alter Ego
Omotola Jalade Ekeinde’s big return to the big screen, it sees her play the part of Ada Igwe a fearless human and child’s right activist whose main focus is seeing s*x offenders and child molesters put behind bars. Regardless of who they may be in society, rich or poor. However, she constantly struggles with her alter ego Roxy – a woman with high sexual appetite. The synopsis alone is enough reason to watch it. Wale Ojo, Dejumo Lewis, Kunle Remi, Jide Kosoko,Esther Eyibio, Franca Brown, Emem Isong and Victor Olaotan also star in the movie.
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4. Hakkunde
Asurf Oluseyi has been at his chosen craft of filmmaking for a while now. Having cut his teeth making short films, his feature film directorial debut has gotten mostly positive reviews. Hakkunde tells the story of a long-time unemployed graduate; Akande. Faced with life’s pressures, he decides to relocate to Kaduna from Lagos when an opportunity presents itself. His expectation is however cut short and Akande must make a decision to either learn to survive in a faraway land or return back to failure. Frank Donga is the lead actor in this film supported by the likes of Ali Nuhu, Seyi Law, Toyin Abraham, Maryam Booth, Ibrahim Daddy, Isa Bello Ja, Rahama Sadau and Hadiza Soja.
5. Banana Island Ghost
One reason many people have given as to why they went to see this movie is to watch popular comedienne Chigul in action. The movie tells the story of a ghost, Patrick (Patrick Diabuah), who doesn’t want to go to heaven because he doesn’t have a soulmate. He convinces God to give him three days to fall in love and granting his request, God pairs him with the hard to love Ijeoma (Chigurl). Ijeoma has just three days to get 18 million Naira to prevent the bank from reclaiming and selling her father’s house in Banana Island to a billionaire, Mr King (Ali Nuhu). Saidi Balogun, Akah Nnani, Tina Mba, and Bimbo Manuel also star in the movie
6. Tatu
If you are someone who loves epic films, then this movie is for you. Another amazing fact about this film is that it was adapted from a book written by Dr Abraham E. Nwankwo, the recently retired Director General, Debt Management Office. It stars Segun Arinze, Desmond Elliott, Toyin Abraham, Gabriel Afolayan, Rahama Sadau, Sambaza Nzeribe, Funlola Aofiyebi-Raimi, Hafiz Oyetoro and Frank Donga.
7. Mentally
Adekunle Gold, Frank Donga, Woli Arole, Yaw and others star in this film that tells the story a young Nigerian man, Akin, who despite his mother’s warnings, decides to relocate to Lagos where his only friend, Emeka (a former schoolmate) promises him enormous opportunities of having a better life. His first experience in Lagos takes him on a journey – unprecedented, but eventually an eye opener – that makes him re-evaluate the choice he’s just made. It was directed by James Abinibi.
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Nicolás Maduro Guerra, the son of the Venezuelan President, is threatening to seize the White House with rifles if President Donald Trump sends the United States military to his nation.
The White House had condemned President Nicolás Maduro’s regime for human rights abuses. More than 120 people have died in anti-government protests since April.
Last week, Trump said he would not rule out the possibility of a military intervention in Venezuela.
“Venezuela is not very far away and the people are suffering, and they are dying. We have many options for Venezuela, including a possible military option if necessary,” Trump told reporters at his New Jersey golf club.
President Maduro’s son responded to Trump on Saturday, but appeared confused on the location of the White House.
“If the unlikely event of defiling the homeland came to pass, the rifles would arrive in New York,” he told Venezuelan state media.
“Mr. Trump, we would arrive and take the White House.”
Pentagon spokesman Eric Pahon said the Defence Department has not been ordered to make any military movements related to Venezuela – but is prepared if need be.
The Trump administration slapped sanctions on Venezuela after a vote last month allowed President Maduro to replace opposition-dominated National Assembly with a new 545-member Constituent Assembly filled with his supporters.
Protests have rocked the streets of Caracas and other Venezuelan cities, both before the vote and in response to the vote.
The United Nations’ human rights office said this month that Venezuelan security forces have used excessive force and arbitrarily detained thousands of people.
Venezuelan Defence Minister Vladimir Padrino said US military action in his country would be a “crazy act”. (CNN)
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Senate President, Bukola Saraki, has on Sunday, listed out his priorities in the next 22 months, as the 2019 General Elections draw near, Post-Nigeria reports.
Speaking on the issues that will take up the Senate’s time over the next 22-months, the Senate President also stated that it will focus on developing Nigeria’s infrastructure deficit, through appropriate legislation.
“From Day One, this Senate had its own legislative agenda. You will see that some of the things we have been doing are working our way through this agenda, in order to cross items off our list and deliver on our promised change,” the President of the Senate said.
“This has allowed us to treat more petitions than any other parliament in our nation’s history, and pass more Bills at the mid-term mark.
“This is why, as we return in September, we will be finalizing on our infrastructure and social intervention pieces of legislation. These are laws that will not only make it easier for small and medium enterprises across the nation to do business. We will make laws that would create ample opportunities for all Nigerians to realize their potentials.
“Additionally, the Host Community component of the Petroleum Industry Bill (PIB) which looks at the ecological debt incurred against communities where petroleum exploration happens, and the community participation and security of these communities will also be on the front-burner of our affairs. This is something Nigerians can watch out for.
“Similarly, the Industry Administration component of the PIB, which seeks to open up the industry for investment and growth, as well as create the much-needed expansion of the industry by allowing new entrants into the operations of the industry is now at the committee stage at the Senate. We will work to quickly pass the bill”, Saraki said.
The Senate President, emphasized that even though the Senate only had less than 22-months to complete its term, with several noteworthy achievements already recorded, it would not take its foot off the pedal.
“Yes, a lot has been done. However, many of the positive effects of our work might still take some time to be felt. This is why we will continue to keep pushing and keep pressing for the people that we represent. So that one day, they will look back and say that “Yes, truly, the 8th Senate really worked hard for us.”
Senate President, Bukola Saraki, has on Sunday, listed out his priorities in the next 22 months, as the 2019 General Elections draw near, Po...