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27/01/2025

GASTRITIS
Managing gastritis through nutrition involves making specific dietary choices that help reduce inflammation of the stomach lining, minimize symptoms, and promote healing. Here are some recommendations for nutrition management of gastritis:
1.Choose Easily Digestible Foods:*
- Opt for bland foods such as rice, potatoes, applesauce, and toast (often referred to as the BRAT diet).
- Incorporate soft fruits and vegetables, cooking them if necessary to make them easier to digest.
2. *Incorporate Lean Proteins:**
- Choose easily digestible proteins, such as poultry, fish, eggs, and low-fat dairy products.
- Consider plant-based proteins like tofu, legumes, and lentils, which can be gentle on the stomach.

3. **Stay Hydrated:**
- Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated, but consider sipping fluids rather than drinking large amounts at once.
- Herbal teas (such as chamomile or ginger) can be soothing, but avoid caffeinated beverages.
4.*Limit Irritating Foods:*
- Avoid spicy foods, as they can exacerbate symptoms.
- Limit acidic foods and beverages, such as citrus fruits, tomato products, and vinegar.
- Reduce intake of fatty, fried, and greasy foods, as these can further irritate the stomach lining.

5. *Reduce Alcohol and Caffeine:*
- Alcohol can aggravate gastritis, so it's best to avoid it.
- Caffeinated beverages might also stimulate stomach acid production; consider reducing or eliminating coffee, tea, and cola beverages.

*6.Be Cautious with Dairy Products:*
- Some individuals may find that lactose-containing dairy products cause discomfort. Monitor your symptoms and adjust accordingly.
- Opt for low-fat or non-dairy alternatives if full-fat dairy products exacerbate symptoms.

7.*Small, Frequent Meals:*
- Instead of three large meals, aim for smaller meals throughout the day. This can help reduce the workload on the stomach and minimize symptoms.

8 *Maintain a Food Diary*
- Keeping a food diary can help identify specific foods that trigger symptoms. This can aid in making informed dietary decisions.

9.**Include Anti-inflammatory Foods:*
- Foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids (such as fatty fish or flaxseeds), antioxidants (like berries and leafy greens), and fiber can be beneficial for reducing inflammation.

10. *Consider Probiotics*
- Probiotics, found in yogurt (if tolerated) and other fermented foods, may help restore the balance of good bacteria in the gut and support digestive health.

11. *Consult a Healthcare Professional*
- If you have chronic gastritis or severe symptoms, it’s essential to consult a healthcare provider or a registered dietitian for personalized dietary advice and potential supplementation.

*Conclusion*
Adjusting your diet can play an essential role in managing gastritis symptoms and promoting recovery. Remember, individual tolerance to different foods may vary; it's important to listen to your body and make adjustments accordingly.

12/10/2024

October cancer awareness

Today we are going to discuss on Breast Examination Procedure... Prevention is better than cure and knowledge is power.
FIRST STEP
You may choose to stand before a mirror or lay down on your bed
STEP TWO
Use your right hand to examine your left breast and vice versa .Feel for any lumps ,thick spots and other changes
STEP THREE
A circular pattern may help to make sure you hit every spot
STEP FOUR
With the pads of your 3middle fingers press on every part of one breast use light pressure,then medium and firm press . Afterwards press tissue nearest your armpit
STEP FIVE
Be sure to check under your areola(area around your ni***es)and then squeeze your ni***es to check for discharge eg blood
Breast cancer affects both men and be women
awareness to save a life

06/09/2024

23/08/2024

Weight loss is 90% diet, 10% exercise.

18/08/2024

Breast size does not determine the amount of milk a mother produces.
Hence it DOESN'T mean that if you got smaller breast you got lesser milk NO.
These are just myths and beliefs in our society.
For a lactating mother to produce the needed amount of breastmilk:-
1 . Ensure they take enough fluids the porridge, nutritious soups, beverages... drinking chocolate or cocoa are better compared to black tea or coffee (as caffeine hinders iron absorption)
If using tea leaves use in moderation and add some milk.
Enough water intake among other fluids
2. Legumes the beans,green grams,peas, lentils (kamande)
Njahi and any other legumes/ pulses
3. Enough energy foods
4. Veges, fruits.
5 . Dairy products
6. Meat,fish or egg
7. Coloured fruit and vegetables
8 . Have the needed family support.
It helps the mother not to overwork or get stressed as it can affect milk production

18/08/2024

Meal Timing

Meal timing is one aspect of nutrition care in the management of diabetes shown to have significant impacts on glycemic control. This is basically eating your food at specific times of the day and remaining faithful to that. While adhering to your meal plan is incredible, you should also practice some ‘discipline’ by eating at specific times. Below are the benefits of consistent meal timing.

**Reduced risk of weight gain
Weight gain in diabetes control is a marker for poor blood sugar control, especially in adults. While not all weight gain is a “bad” thing, weight gain should be closely monitored. Certain factors that cause weight gain among people living with diabetes include pregnancy, some drugs like insulin, lack of exercise, and poor dietary choices—eating your dinner 2-3 hours before bedtime regulates the amount of unused energy stored in the body. That way, you can reduce the issues of insulin insensitivity, hence good glycemic control.

***Optimal glycemic control

Apart from maintaining a healthy weight, meal timing also helps your body metabolize glucose effectively. Your body can release and utilize insulin adequately when a specific meal-time pattern is followed. In the end, your post-prandial sugars are maintained to near-normal levels.

***Maintaining blood sugar levels throughout the day.

When you get used to eating at specific times and the right portions, your body system adapts to that and can release certain amounts of glucose into the blood in specific amounts. This helps prevent the episodes of hypos and spikes in your blood sugar levels, thus helping achieve optimum control.

How to Eat at the “Right times”

**Eat your breakfast within two hours of waking up.
**Eat your lunch around 5 hours after breakfast.
**Eat your dinner 2-3 hours before bedtime.
**Have your snacks between the main meals. (You will probably feel hungry before your next main meal due to reduced portion sizes. Snacking will help you eat the suitable portion sizes during the main meals)

14/08/2024

What are the fruits that will cleanse your kidneys fast?

While there is no specific "fast" solution for cleansing the kidneys, some fruits are believed to support kidney health due to their hydration and nutrient content.

It's important to note that the term "cleansing" can be misleading, as the kidneys naturally perform the function of filtering and eliminating waste from the body. However, certain fruits may contribute to overall kidney health. Here are some fruits that are commonly considered beneficial for kidney health:

🍉Watermelon: With a high water content, watermelon can help keep you hydrated, supporting kidney function.

🍇Grapes: Rich in antioxidants, grapes, especially red and purple varieties, may have protective effects on the kidneys.

🍍Pineapple: Contains bromelain, an enzyme that may have anti-inflammatory properties and contribute to kidney health.

🍋Lemon and Lime: Citrus fruits like lemon and lime can provide citrate, which may help prevent kidney stones. They can be added to water for a refreshing drink.

Papaya: Rich in vitamins and antioxidants, papaya can be a hydrating and nutritious fruit.

🍓Strawberries: Besides being rich in antioxidants, strawberries contain compounds that may have anti-inflammatory effects.

Cranberries: Known for their potential to prevent urinary tract infections, cranberries may have some benefits for kidney health. However, it's essential to consume them in moderation.

It's important to emphasize that maintaining good kidney health involves a combination of factors, including staying hydrated, adopting a balanced diet, limiting salt intake, and avoiding excessive consumption of processed foods and sugary beverages.

13/08/2024

Why the sudden interest in beans groundnuts peas generally legumes.......
Legumes, such as beans, lentils, peas, and chickpeas, are highly nutritious and offer a variety of health benefits:

1. Rich in Nutrients: Legumes are packed with essential nutrients, including protein, fiber, vitamins (like B vitamins), and minerals (such as iron, magnesium, and potassium).

2. High in Protein: They are an excellent plant-based protein source, making them a key component of vegetarian and vegan diets.

3. Heart Health: Regular consumption of legumes can lower cholesterol levels, reduce blood pressure, and decrease the risk of heart disease due to their high fiber, folate, and antioxidant content.

4. Blood Sugar Control: The complex carbohydrates and fiber in legumes help regulate blood sugar levels, making them beneficial for people with diabetes.

5. Weight Management: Legumes are low in fat and high in fiber, which promotes satiety and can aid in weight management by reducing overall calorie intake.

6. Digestive Health: The high fiber content in legumes supports healthy digestion and prevents constipation.

7. Rich in Antioxidants: Legumes contain a variety of antioxidants that protect cells from damage and reduce the risk of chronic diseases like cancer.

8. Bone Health: Certain legumes, such as soybeans, are rich in calcium and magnesium, which are essential for maintaining strong bones.

Having legumes into your diet can provide these health benefits while also adding variety and nutrition to meals.

10/07/2024

MULTIPLE MYELOMA(A FORM OF CANCER)

Multiple myeloma is caused by certain genetic mutations, and these mutations are different from person to person.

In the bone marrow, the cancer cells crowd out healthy blood cells. Rather than make helpful antibodies, the cancer cells make proteins that don't work right.

The overall five-year survival rate for people with multiple myeloma ranges from 40% to 82%

The four most common signs are often referred to with the word, CRAB, an acronym for:
High calcium,
Renal failure,
Anemia, and
Bone pain.

Bone pain and fatigue from anemia is often ignored.

We are in a Cancer Pandemic, take your newly developed symptoms seriously. Especially if they persist more than 2-6weeks.

Find out if there is any history of cancers in the family.

Cancer doesn't just take a toll on the patient but equally to the primary caretaker. It shakes up a family from the foundation.

28/06/2024

💫Earwax build-up:💫

About earwax build-up

Earwax is produced inside your ears to keep them clean and free of germs. It usually passes out of the ears harmlessly, but sometimes too much can build up and block the ears.

A build-up of earwax is a common problem that can often be treated using eardrops bought from a pharmacy.

If pharmacy treatment doesn't work, contact your GP surgery. They may suggest having your ears washed out.

If these treatments don't help, your GP may refer you to an ear, nose and throat (ENT) department for specialised treatment.

What can cause an earwax build-up?

Some people regularly get blocked ears because they naturally produce a lot of earwax.

Other factors that can increase the risk of too much earwax include:

producing naturally hard or dry earwax

having narrow or hairy ear canals (the tube between the opening of the ear and the eardrum)

being elderly, as earwax becomes drier with age

bony growths in the outer part of the ear canal

Earwax can also block your ear if you frequently insert objects into your ear canal, such as cotton buds, ear plugs or hearing aids.

Symptoms of an earwax build-up

A build-up of earwax in your ear can cause:

earache

hearing loss

tinnitus (hearing sounds from inside your body)

itchiness in or around the ear

vertigo (a spinning sensation)

ear infections

These problems will usually improve once the excess earwax has been removed.

What to do if you think your ear is blocked

Never try to remove a build-up of earwax yourself with your fingers, a cotton bud or any other object. This can damage your ear and push the wax further down.

If the earwax is only causing minor problems, you can try buying some eardrops from a pharmacy. Using drops may make your hearing or symptoms a little worse at first before getting better. These can help soften the earwax so that it falls out naturally.

There are several different types of eardrops you can use, including drops containing sodium bicarbonate, olive oil or almond oil.

However, eardrops aren't suitable for everyone and some can irritate the skin. For example, eardrops shouldn't be used if you have a perforated eardrum (a hole or tear in your eardrum).

Speak to your pharmacist about the most suitable product for you and make sure you read the leaflet that comes with it.

When to see your GP

Contact your GP surgery if you have particularly troublesome symptoms or eardrops haven't helped after three to five days.

Your GP or practice nurse will look inside your ears to check if they're blocked and might carry out some simple hearing tests.

They may suggest using eardrops for a bit longer, or they may carry out a minor procedure called ear irrigation to clean out your ear canal.

If these treatments aren't suitable or don't help, your GP may refer you to the ENT department of your nearest hospital for more specialised treatments such as microsuction or an aural toilet.

Treatments to remove earwax

There are several different earwax removal treatments available.

The main treatments are:

eardrops – drops used several times a day for a few days to soften the earwax so that it falls out by itself

ear irrigation – a quick and painless procedure where an electric pump is used to push water into your ear and wash the earwax out

microsuction – a quick and painless procedure where a small device is used to suck the earwax out of your ear

aural toilet – where a thin instrument with a small hoop at one end is used to clean your ear and scrape out the earwax

Not all these treatments are suitable for everyone. Your pharmacist or doctor can let you know what treatments may work for you and they can tell you about any associated risks or side effects.

Preventing an earwax build-up

Some people are naturally prone to earwax building up in their ears and may need frequent treatment to remove it when it becomes a problem.

It's not clear if there's anything you can do to stop earwax blocking your ears, although some doctors recommend using eardrops regularly to keep your earwax soft.

Don't try to scrape out the earwax with your finger or an object inserted into your ear, as this this can make the problem worse.

Speak to your doctor for advice if earwax builds up in your ears regularly.

26/06/2024

Conjunctivitis (“pink eye“)

Causes

Conjunctivitis, an inflammation of the transparent membrane (conjunctiva) that lines your eyelids and part of your eyeballs, has several possible causes. It could be a bacterial or viral infection, an allergic reaction to pollen or animal dander, or a result of chemical irritants (smoke, chlorine, lens solution, etc.).

Symptoms

These symptoms may last a few hours to several weeks: redness, itching, tearing, burning sensation, pus-like discharge and/or crusting of the eyelids. Because conjunctivitis causes inflammation of the small blood vessels in the conjunctiva to become more prominent, the whites of your eyes will appear pink or red. When you wake you are likely to feel that your eyelids are pasted shut, and your vision may not be as clear as usual.

Treatment

Because pink eye is highly contagious, early diagnosis is important. Bacterial cases can be cured with antibiotic eye drops, viral conjunctivitis clears up on its own, and allergic reactions can be treated with various types of eye drops. Here are some general tips:

✓Wash your hands frequently to prevent spreading an existing infection to your other eye, and to other people.

✓Don’t rub your eyes.

✓Use a cool wet washcloth to soak off any crusting.

✓Use a warm or cool compress to reduce discomfort.

✓Discard eye make-up because it may cause future infection.

✓Wash any clothing that may be contaminated, including towels and pillowcases. Try to use clean towels and pillowcases everyday.

✓Avoid wearing contact lenses and discard current lenses.

✓If eye drops are prescribed, place drop in pocket formed by pulling down lower lid. Make sure you don’t touch the bottle to the eye in order to prevent contamination.

✓If the infection does not improve in 2 or 3 days, make an appointment for re-evaluation.

Prevention

Pink eye is extremely contagious, so if you know someone who is infected, make sure you do not expose yourself to contact with the person’s eye fluid. The infection can easily be passed via keyboards, doorknobs, make-up, pens, gym equipment, and a vast number of other items. To protect yourself, wash your hands frequently, avoid touching your eyes, and wash anything that may be contaminated.

25/06/2024

Foods not to eat on an empty stomach
1.sweet potatoes -They contain tanin and pectin enzymes which stimulate stomach wall to secrete more gastric acid causing heartburn
2.yoghurt -They have probiotics calcium when taken on empty stomach the stomach acid destroys beneficial bacteria rendering it useless .It's good to drink it two hours after eating .It helps in body nourishment and improves digestion
3.Citrus fruits eg oranges lemon-they contain citric acid consuming on empty stomach increases production of excess acid in the stomach hence causing heartburn
4.High sugar diets-if you eat too much sugar with an empty stomach the body won't be able to produce enough insulin in a short time to maintain normal blood sugar hence increasing sugar in the blood
5.Bananas-They are rich in magnesium when eaten on empty stomach they will increase magnesium in the body and damage balance between magnesium and calcium in blood leading to heart problems
They also cause stomach upset because they contain pectin which leads to binding with stomach acid hence slowing digestion