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Imtiyaaz Naturopathic Herbalcy, Abuja (2026)

06/03/2026

Ramadan Fruity Bliss Smoothie

Ingredients (All Readily Available):
• 1 cup chilled plain yogurt (for creaminess and probiotics)
• ½ cup pineapple chunks (for natural sweetness and digestion)
• 1 ripe banana (for energy and smooth texture)
• 5 soft dates (pitted, for natural caramel-like sweetness)
• ½ cup watermelon (for hydration and freshness) I'm
• ½ teaspoon ginger powder (for a slight kick and digestive benefits)
• A handful of ice cubes (for a refreshing chill)
• Cold water to adjust thickness

How to Make It:
1. Blend all the ingredients together until smooth and creamy.
2. Pour into a glass and garnish with a slice of pineapple or a sprinkle of ginger.
3. Serve cold.

Why this smoothie works so well after fasting:
• Pineapple, banana, and watermelon give natural sweetness and hydration.
• Dates add richness and energy.
• Yogurt makes it creamy while supporting digestion.
• Ginger helps the stomach settle after iftar.

Simple, refreshing, and perfect after a long fast

06/03/2026

Why Semen Might Leak Out From The P***s Early Morning.

Semen leaking in the morning is most commonly a natural physiological process and typically does not indicate a health problem.

Primary Causes
Nocturnal Emissions (Wet Dreams): This is the most common cause, where the body involuntarily ej******es during sleep. It is often triggered by sexual dreams or physical stimulation from bedding.

"Overflow" Mechanism: Some experts suggest the body may automatically release excess semen if it has been several days since the last ej*******on.

Sexual Arousal: High testosterone levels in the morning (morning wood) can cause the leakage of pre-ejaculate (pre-cum), a clear fluid that may be mistaken for semen.

Residual Semen: If you ej******ed recently before sleeping, some semen may remain in the urethra and be pushed out during your first morning urination.

Less Common Medical Causes
While usually normal, persistent leakage can sometimes be linked to:

Prostate Issues: Inflammation (prostatitis) or an enlarged prostate can put pressure on the ducts, causing involuntary leakage.

Nerve Damage: Injuries to the spinal cord or conditions like diabetes can affect the nerves that control ej*******on.

Medication Side Effects: Certain antidepressants (SSRIs) or hormone treatments can cause spontaneous ej*******on or leakage.

When to See a Doctor
According to the Metromale Clinic and Healthline, you should seek medical advice if you experience:
Blood in your semen or urine.

Pain or a burning sensation during urination.

Discharge that is foul-smelling or discoloured (yellow or green).

Frequent leakage that causes significant distress or occurs without any arousal.

01/03/2026

Effect of drinking cold water on the kidneys in unani medicine versus Orthodox medicine

The effect of drinking cold water on the kidneys differs significantly between Unani medicine and Orthodox (Western/Conventional) medicine, primarily due to their different approaches to body temperature, digestion, and the concept of "balance."

Unani Medicine Perspective
In Unani-Tibb, health is maintained by balancing humors and temperaments. Drinking cold water is often viewed with caution, particularly for individuals with a cold temperament or those with existing kidney weaknesses.

Impact on Kidney Function: Unani literature suggests that excessively cold water can cause contraction or constriction of the kidneys and urinary tract.

Disease Association: Continuous intake of very cold water can trigger, or worsen, conditions like Diabetes Insipidus/Polyuria, where the kidneys struggle to filter properly due to internal coldness.

Temperature Balance: Unani emphasizes maintaining the natural heat of the body. Cold water reduces this metabolic heat, forcing the body to use excess energy to warm it, which can cause dysfunction in the renal system.

Recommendation: Generally, lukewarm or room-temperature water is preferred to support kidney function, especially for those with existing renal issues.

Orthodox (Western) Medicine Perspective
Orthodox medicine relies on evidence-based physiology and generally finds no significant negative impact on the kidneys from drinking cold water for healthy individuals.

Renal Function: Cold water is filtered by the kidneys just like water at any other temperature. It has no direct, scientifically validated, negative impact on healthy kidney filtration mechanisms.
Hydration Focus: The primary goal is adequate hydration (proper fluid intake) to ensure the kidneys can filter blood, manage waste, and prevent kidney stones.

General Effects: Very cold water might, in some individuals, cause temporary discomfort, such as indigestion, but it does not damage kidney tissues.

Conclusion: The temperature of the water is secondary to the total volume consumed. The focus is on ensuring enough water to keep urine diluted and prevent kidney strain.

22/02/2026

For Slight Protein in Urine (Early Kidney Stress)

When your kidneys start whispering,
they don’t shout.
They send small signs…
a little protein slipping into the urine,
a gentle warning saying:
“Protect me now, before the damage begins.”

One simple African remedy you can use to support your kidneys:

Soursop Leaf Kidney Guard

Boil 3 fresh soursop leaves in 2 cups of water for 10 minutes.
Let it steep.
Drink ½ cup in the morning + ½ cup in the evening.

Take this remedy daily for 7–10 days, pause for 3 days,
and repeat only if needed.

Soursop leaves calm inflammation,
reduce oxidative stress,
and keep the kidneys from working harder than they should.

A small, steady step that protects you
before the problem grows.

21/02/2026

AsSalamu alaykum warahmatullahi wabarakatuhu

Its still the 1st week of Ramadan.
How has it been so far?

Are you having increasing energy or feeling tired already?

In case you have experienced the following within the last 3 days👇, it bothers around DEHYDRATION,🏊

🫦Dry lips
🤦Frontal Headache..ㅁ Unusual Fatigue or low energy..ㅁ Dizziness when standing up
🧠Brain fog / poor concentration..ㅁ Muscle cramps

You should try these tips to minimize dehydration during fasting

✅Take 6 - 8 glasses of water between Iftar and Sahur
✅Put a pinch of salt in your water to increase its absorption into the body.
You can even try taking ORS (oral rehydration salt)
✅ Make smoothie/fruit juice a regular part of your iftar to increase fluid absorption and retention in your body
✅ Try to move during the day. Avoid remaining in one spot all day to prevent stagnation and increase fluid flow
✅ Fresh milk also does well in combating dehydration

May Allah SWT make every discomfort we feel a means of expiation of our sins and attaining paradise.

Ramadan Mubarak

13/02/2026

HOW HIJAMAH STIMULATES THE IMMUNE RESPONSE

From a physiological perspective, Hijamah (wet cupping) stimulates the immune system through a series of local tissue, vascular, and neuro-immune responses.
When suction is applied to the skin, it creates negative pressure that stretches the skin and underlying microvasculature. This mechanical stress causes vasodilation and increases capillary permeability, allowing plasma and immune cells to move more easily into the area.

When superficial incisions are made, a small, controlled injury occurs. The body immediately activates the innate immune response, which is the first line of defense against tissue damage.
This controlled injury triggers:-

Inflammatory signaling
Damaged cells release signaling molecules such as cytokines and chemokines. These act as chemical messengers that recruit white blood cells (neutrophils and macrophages) to the site.
Increased blood flow (hyperemia).

Local vasodilation
improves circulation, delivering oxygen, nutrients, antibodies, and immune cells to the area.

Activation of macrophages
These immune cells remove debris and pathogens and release growth factors that promote tissue repair.

Stimulation of the lymphatic system
The pressure changes may enhance lymphatic drainage, supporting the transport of immune cells and removal of inflammatory byproducts.

Neuro-immune modulation Mechanical stimulation of skin receptors can influence the autonomic nervous system, potentially reducing stress hormones like cortisol. Lower cortisol levels are associated with improved immune responsiveness.
Additionally, the mild blood loss may stimulate the bone marrow to increase production of new blood cells, including certain immune cells, though this effect is generally modest.

Overall, physiologically, hijamah works not by “boosting” immunity in a direct pharmacological way, but by inducing a controlled local inflammatory response, improving microcirculation, and engaging both innate immune mechanisms and tissue repair pathways.

10/02/2026

Struggling with erectile dysfunction is more common than many admit, and it’s often a blood-flow problem before it is anything else.

Beetroot supports this at a very basic biological level. It is rich in natural nitrates, which the body converts into nitric oxide, a key molecule that relaxes blood vessels and improves circulation.

Better blood flow means better oxygen delivery, better endothelial function, and stronger erectile response.

This doesn’t replace medical care where needed, but it reminds us of something important, which is the basic fact that sexual health is closely tied to metabolic and vascular health.

What you eat can either support that system or quietly weaken it.

Sometimes the path forward begins not in the pharmacy, but on your plate and lifestyle modulation.

07/02/2026

For Sihr, jinn possession and evil eye affliction

Get: Sidr powder, baobab tree bark powder, negro pepper powder, Momordica balsamina powder and red misk (rose misk).

Combine those powders in equal quantity. Mix in black soap or natural soap

Melt the red misk and add to the soap mixture.
Recite Aayaatu Ibtaalis-sihr and Aayaatush-shifaa in it.
Use for bath before bed.

Another combination: mix sidr leaf powder, artemisia powder and henna powder. Recite those verses in it, use for bath for at least seven days or more.

Another combination for rubbing: mix zaytun oil, habbatus-sauda oil, red misk, zabad cream and miskil-ka'abah.
Recite the Ruqyah in it. Rub lightly before bed time and morning.

01/02/2026

You may feel fine…
but your body could be breaking slowly.

Most serious illnesses don’t shout.
They whisper.
And by the time they scream, ICU is already calling.

These are lab tests you should do at least once every year…

1. Thyroid test (TSH)…. weight changes, fatigue, palpitations often start here

2. ECG especially if you’re 35+ or with risk factors….the heart doesn’t always warn

3. Bl00d pressure check…silent damage starts here

4. Fasting bl00d sugar / HbA1c… diabetes doesn’t wait for symptoms.

5. Full bl00d count…. anemia, infections, hidden issues

6. Kidney function tests (urea, creatinine, electrolytes) kidneys fail quietly.

7. Liver function tests (LFTs) …especially if you take drugs or alcohol.

8. Lipid profile…. cholesterol blocks vessels silently

9. Urinalysis…. small clues, big problems

You don’t need to be sick to test.
You test so that you nip the sickness in the bud before it becomes deadlier and costlier.

Waiting for pain is expensive.
Waiting for collapse is tragic.

Prevention is not paranoia. It’s wisdom.

Feeling fine is not the same as being healthy

31/01/2026

One of the most dangerous “small things” many men still allow is letting a barber use a public clipper to trim nose hairs.

It looks sweet, neat, fast, and harmless, but biologically, it is a high-risk practice that people seriously underestimate.

Nose hairs (vibrissae) are not cosmetic.

They are part of your first immune defense.

They trap dust, bacteria, fungi, and other pathogens before they enter deeper into the respiratory tract.

When a clipper is pushed into the nostril, two things happen immediately, the protective barrier is removed, and microscopic cuts are created inside a highly vascular area.

Now add the public clipper factor.

Clippers used on multiple people can carry bacteria like Staphylococcus aureus, including resistant strains, and fungi.

When these organisms enter tiny cuts inside the nose, they gain access to blood vessels.

The nose sits in what medicine calls the danger triangle of the face, an area where venous blood can drain toward the brain.

This means infections here can spread faster and become more serious than people realize.

What starts as small pain, swelling, or a boil inside the nose can progress to nasal abscess, facial cellulitis, cavernous sinus thrombosis, or even bloodstream infection (sepsis).

These are not exaggerations.

They are documented clinical conditions that often require hospital admission, IV antibiotics, and sometimes surgery. Delay makes outcomes worse.

The risk is higher in people with diabetes, poor immunity, smoking habits, chronic stress, or sinus issues, but even young and “healthy” men are not exempt.

This has nothing to do with strength. It has everything to do with broken barriers and bacterial access.

If nose hair must be trimmed, use your own personal trimmer or disinfected scissors, gently and not deep inside the nostril.

A barber should never insert a shared clipper into your nose. That is not grooming. That is unnecessary biological risk.

Some damage doesn’t announce itself loudly.
It starts quietly, at micro level, then becomes a serious problem.

25/01/2026

Newly unearthed documents reveal the sugar industry paid Harvard scientists in the 1960s to shift the blame for heart disease from sugar to saturated fat.

In a calculated move to protect market share, the Sugar Research Foundation (SRF) funded a 1967 literature review that effectively redirected the national health conversation.

Internal documents show the industry group paid Harvard researchers—one of whom was an ad hoc board member for the lobby—the equivalent of $50,000 today to "refute" studies linking sugar to heart disease.

Published in the New England Journal of Medicine without disclosing its funding source, the review applied rigorous skepticism to any evidence implicating sugar while giving a pass to flawed data that blamed dietary fat.

This strategic manipulation ensured that for decades, fat became the primary villain in the American diet, while sugar consumption was allowed to soar.

The legacy of this deception has had a profound impact on public health, potentially contributing to the rise of obesity and chronic illness over the last half-century. By shaping the scientific debate at such a high level, the sugar industry successfully influenced dietary guidelines and consumer behavior for generations. Experts warn that this playbook is still in use today, with modern food and beverage giants frequently sponsoring research to minimize the perceived risks of their products.

This revelation serves as a stark reminder of the need for transparency in nutrition science and suggests that policymakers must look more critically at industry-funded studies when crafting health recommendations.

source: Kearns, C. E., Schmidt, L. A., & Glantz, S. A.. Sugar Industry and Coronary Heart Disease Research: A Historical Analysis of Internal Industry Documents. JAMA Internal Medicine.

21/01/2026

Think you only have five senses? New research says you may have 33.

Most of us grow up believing we have just five senses: sight, hearing, smell, taste, and touch.

But modern neuroscience paints a far richer picture, suggesting humans may have between 22 and 33 interacting senses that constantly work together to build our experience of the world.

Beyond the classic five, we rely on proprioception (our awareness of where our limbs are), the vestibular system for balance, and interoception, which monitors internal states like hunger or heart rate. We also have a sense of agency (the feeling that we are the ones causing our movements) and a sense of body ownership (the feeling that our limbs belong to us) – both of which can be disrupted in some stroke patients. Even traditional senses turn out to be composites: touch includes pain, temperature, itch, and pressure, while “taste” is actually a blend of taste, smell, and touch that produces what we call flavor.

Because our senses are so intertwined, changing input in one channel can subtly alter how we experience another. The smell of shampoo can change how silky hair feels, and aromas in low‑fat yogurt can make it seem creamier without adding fat. In noisy environments like airplane cabins, background sound can dampen perceptions of salt, sweet, and sour, while leaving savory umami flavors—such as those in tomato juice—relatively enhanced, which helps explain why certain foods taste better in flight. Visual experience is also shaped by the balance system: in a climbing airplane, the cabin may appear tilted because the inner ear signals that the body is leaning back. These everyday illusions and cross‑sensory effects, explored in research projects and interactive exhibitions such as “Senses Unwrapped,” highlight how perception is a continuous negotiation among many senses rather than a simple sum of five.

References

Spence, C. (2015). Rethinking the senses: Multisensory integration in everyday life. *The Psychologist, 28*(2), 112–115.

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