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Diabetes and Hypertension the biggest killer of Black women

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Hidden Dangers of White Rice and White Bread

The Hidden Dangers of White Rice and White Bread: A Closer Look at Diabetes and Macular Diseases In our fast-paced world, convenience often takes precedence over nutrition. White rice and white bread are staple foods for many due to their accessibility and ease of preparation. However, beneath their seemingly innocuous appearance lies a potential health hazard. These refined carbohydrates have…

Hidden Dangers of White Rice and White Bread

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What is Hookup Culture?

I recently read in the news about 2 girls that were lured into a hookup trap and were eventually murdered. Why is society going so wrong? For me, Hookup is warfare on the Mental Health of our young. Let’s call it out! Hookup culture refers to a social environment that encourages and accepts casual sexual encounters without necessarily including emotional bonding or long-term commitment. It is…

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What is Slow Fashion

what is slow fashion Slow fashion is a movement that advocates for the production of clothing and accessories in an environmentally and socially responsible manner. It contrasts with the fast fashion industry, which emphasizes rapid production and consumption of low-cost, trend-driven clothing. Key principles of slow fashion include: Sustainability: Using eco-friendly materials and processes…

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5 drinks that can help lower your blood pressure

  Green Tea: Green tea is rich in antioxidants called catechins, which have been shown to help dilate blood vessels and improve blood flow, thus potentially lowering blood pressure. Hibiscus Tea: Studies have suggested that hibiscus tea may have antihypertensive effects due to its ability to reduce blood pressure levels. It is believed to work by acting as a natural diuretic and also by…

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How Etsy lost it's way

  Rob Kalin’s extraordinary vision was to empower artisans but now the market has been flooded with factories pretending to be handmade operating from bases where labour is cheap. The word handmade has a new dictionary meaning! Even a factory of 10 to 20 is handmade in Etsy’s dictionary! Artisans are being squeezed out and forced to pay for advertising or advised to sell without postage fees.…

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Nelson Rohilala Mandela: A Biography of his Early Years for children

NELSON ROHILAHLA MANDELA: A BIOGRAPHY OF HIS EARLY YEARS FOR CHILDREN

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Business Plan for "Sweet Blooms Bouquets"

Create a small cake bouquet business. One of the things African and African Carribbean women in the Diaspora struggle with is Finances. While many are in Corporates, Public Sector and a large quantity in the healthcare many are generally not fulfilled but they carry on regardless. I was excited one year I went to a women’s programme in church and the topic was how to start a business but…

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Turning Your Floral Bouquet Cakes into a Thriving Business: 10 Essential Steps

Creating beautiful floral bouquet cakes is an art form that can also be a lucrative business. If you’re passionate about baking and decorating cakes and are ready to take your hobby to the next level, follow these 10 essential steps to transform your floral bouquet cake creations into a thriving business. 1. Hone Your Skills and Perfect Your Craft Before diving into the business side, ensure…

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Michelle Obama's Rules for Success

Take your role seriously Enjoy the balance Don’t be ashamed of your struggle DO WHAT IS HARD Have fun Ignore the noise

Which Rule Resonates with you most? Keep moving forward Be Authentic Work Hard Don’t be afraid to fail Choose your own path Earn Success Take your role seriously Enjoy the balance Don’t be ashamed of your struggle DO WHAT IS HARD Have fun Ignore the noise <iframe width="679" height="480" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/RdePbLi8-ao" title="If You’re Afraid of Failure, You Need To…

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Surulere, early year's of post independent Nigeria

Surulere a word in my native dialect of Yoruba, it literally translates as “Patience gets you everything” Yoruba words are often predictions or proverbs or should we say call things as we want them to be

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The Matrilineal Legacy of African Women: Women Leaders of Ancient Ghana

The history class in post-independent Nigeria introduced the writer to the rich heritage of ancient Ghana, where women held leadership roles in a matrilineal society. This societal structure allowed women to wield influence, participate in governance ...

I was 11 years old when I was taught this in my history class in post independent Nigeria. History, Literature and economics where the subjects in which I excelled.The text book we used in form 1 or year 7 in the UK was written by foremost African historian JF Ade Ajayi. I often wish that our children in Western Diaspora were taught a bit of their own history thereby strengthening their sense of…

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Making a Custom Order for a client in African Print.

I got a request to make a corset top Ankara jumpsuit, To make this jumpsuit, 5 yards of Ankara (African Wax Print) will be required. You can get some fabric here. Here are the panel  pieces for the bodice. If fancy one like this, get in touch with me here  I ironed on a lightweight interfacing to the front and back bodice pieces. For these type projectsWere I only have to line the upper bodice,…

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How to Maintain Health After Menopause

“Menopause is a time to listen to the whispers of your soul” Elizabeth Lesser Introduction: Menopause is a significant biological transition in a woman’s life, marking the end of reproductive years. While this phase brings about hormonal changes and potential health challenges, it also presents an opportunity to prioritise self-care and overall well-being. With the right strategies, women can…

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7 Habits of Highly Successful Women By Adetoro

In today’s world, success knows no gender boundaries. Women across the globe are breaking barriers and achieving remarkable feats in every sphere of life. Behind their success lies a common thread of habits and traits that set them apart. Here are seven habits that contribute to the success of many remarkable women: 1. **Setting Clear Goals**: Successful women have a clear vision of what they…

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Tinubu’s administration committed to free press, says Ajuri Ngelale

culled from The Cable “Gone forever, by the grace of God, are the days when government spokesmen and women will speak down to Nigerians or would use condescending language on Nigerians and would display some form of institutional arrogance on Nigerians. That would not happen under my leadership.” Ajuri Ngelale Photo Credit: The Cable Nigeria Ajuri Ngelale, the special adviser on media and…

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Cutting a circular skirt My first attempt at using my new Nikon3400 to record!