HEALTHFIRSTAF: HOW TO SAFELY CONSUME EGGS AND PREVENT FOOD POIS...

HEALTHFIRSTAF: HOW TO SAFELY CONSUME EGGS AND PREVENT FOOD POIS...:    Large number of eggs are consumed daily world wide. Many egg consumers know very little about safe handling of eggs. Egg is an ideal medi...

HEALTHFIRSTAF: PAIN TO BE WORRIED ABOUT

HEALTHFIRSTAF: PAIN TO BE WORRIED ABOUT:   Pain is an unpleasant feeling or discomfort. It signals actual or potential injury to the body. Pain may be acute, of sudden onset or chr...

HEALTHFIRSTAF: WOMEN'S HEALTH: BENEFITS OF PAP TEST

HEALTHFIRSTAF: WOMEN'S HEALTH: BENEFITS OF PAP TEST:  Pap test is used to detect abnormal cervical cells before they become cancerous. Pap test detects early precancerous changes in the cervix...

HEALTHFIRSTAF: TIPS ON HOW TO MANAGE YOUR HEART BURN SYMPTOMS AN...

HEALTHFIRSTAF: TIPS ON HOW TO MANAGE YOUR HEART BURN SYMPTOMS AN...:    Heart burn is a burning sensation or pain in the chest , just behind your breast bone. It usually occurs after eating certain foods or at...

HEALTHFIRSTAF: REMEDIES FOR CONSTIPATION IN CHILDREN

HEALTHFIRSTAF: REMEDIES FOR CONSTIPATION IN CHILDREN:  Constipation is very common in children. Children can be very selective in what they eat and like to eat. Managing constipation in childre...

HEALTHFIRSTAF: REMEDIES FOR CONSTIPATION IN CHILDREN

HEALTHFIRSTAF: REMEDIES FOR CONSTIPATION IN CHILDREN:  Constipation is very common in children. Children can be very selective in what they eat and like to eat. Managing constipation in childre...

REMEDIES FOR CONSTIPATION IN CHILDREN

 Constipation is very common in children. Children can be very selective in what they eat and like to eat. Managing constipation in children can be difficult.
  It is good to try diet before other remedies to manage constipation in children. Give children cereals rich in fibre for breakfast. Serve oatmeal for breakfast. You can also get them snacks,like cereals bars  in between meals. Give them fruits like mangos, pears, oranges with the pulp, and  sweet apples . Pop corn with minimal butter and salt also helps with constipation in children. Serve whole grain and whole wheat bread instead of white bread. Reduce rice intake as this will make stool harder in the bowels. Reduce their sugar intake, as this will worsen constipation. Increase water and milk intake, as this helps to soften the stool in their stomach. When serving vegetables, steam mildly with some ingredients that will make more palatable for children to eat. Make foods like vegetable hamlet.

 Fresh vegetables like broccoli may turn them off. Reduce sugary juices, instead make your own fresh fruit juice, as these have natural sugar contents that digest easily and has less preservatives. 
  If increasing vegetable, fruit, fibre and fluid intake does not work, check with your family doctor. Do not use medicines for children to cure constipation without seeing a pediatrician. Using laxatives or stool softener for children may cause extreme dependence and long term bowel problems. Let it be last resort .

HEALTHFIRSTAF: SPECIAL BLOG ON CONSTIPATION FOR NIGERIAN AUDIENCE...

HEALTHFIRSTAF: SPECIAL BLOG ON CONSTIPATION FOR NIGERIAN AUDIENCE...:    The last blog was on constipation and proposed  follow up blog on constipation  remedy. However I received quite a number of messages fro...

HEALTHFIRSTAF: WOMEN'S HEALTH: HOW OFTEN SHOULD WOMEN CHANGE PADS...

HEALTHFIRSTAF: WOMEN'S HEALTH: HOW OFTEN SHOULD WOMEN CHANGE PADS...:    During menstruation , the menstrual blood that leaves the body gets contaminated with the micro-organisms on the skin. Even when bleedin...

WOMEN'S HEALTH: HOW OFTEN SHOULD PADS AND TAMPONS BE CHANGED DURING MENSTRUATION

   During menstruation , the menstrual blood that leaves the body gets contaminated with the micro-organisms on the skin. Even when bleeding is minimal, pads and tampons can become damp. This may be due to sweat and vaginal secretions. Dampness makes it easy for microbes to breed and multiply. Hence the need to change tampons and pads regularly. If tampons and pads are left for too long, it becomes breeding ground for micro-organisms which can cause urinary tract infections, vaginal infections and painful menstrual rash.
  It is recommended that pads be changed every 4 to 6hrs and tampons every 2 to 3hrs, depending on menstrual flow.
 Tampons left in for too long may cause systemic infection that can cause the organs to malfunction. The body may go into shock and shut down completely, even leading to death if the infection is not treated promptly.
  Take regular bathes and change pads/tampons regularly to avoid  complications.
   

HEALTHFIRSTAF: WOMEN'S HEALTH: BENEFITS OF PAP TEST

HEALTHFIRSTAF: WOMEN'S HEALTH: BENEFITS OF PAP TEST:  Pap test is used to detect abnormal cervical cells before they become cancerous. Pap test detects early precancerous changes in the cervix...

WOMEN'S HEALTH: BENEFITS OF PAP TEST

 Pap test is used to detect abnormal cervical cells before they become cancerous. Pap test detects early precancerous changes in the cervix. It is not designed to detect cervical cancer or diagnose cervical cancer. When a woman's pap test is positive for abnormal cells, her doctor then takes further steps to find our what kind of abnormal cells she has and then treat appropriately.
  When abnormal cells are detected early, it increases survival rate of possible cancers. The abnormal cells are easier and less expensive to treat in their early stages.
  Pap test should be done from age 21 or after a woman becomes sexually active which ever comes first. Test is recommended once every 2 years for age 21, and  every 3years  for age 30 and above. For women above 65 years and those with total hysterectomy , consult with your doctor for advice.
 Women who keep multiple sex partners should have pap test done with HPV test which is sexually transmitted.
 

GET YOUR PAP TEST DONE TODAY IF YOU HAVE NOT DONE ONE.

HEALTHFIRSTAF: BE CAREFUL WITH SELF MEDICATION, IT MAY CAUSE MORE...

HEALTHFIRSTAF: BE CAREFUL WITH SELF MEDICATION, IT MAY CAUSE MORE...:  The  common symptoms people self medicate for are, pain, headaches, fever, cough ,cold, constipation, diarrhea and stomach aches. Self med...

BE CAREFUL WITH SELF MEDICATION, IT MAY CAUSE MORE HARM THAN GOOD.

 The  common symptoms people self medicate for are, pain, headaches, fever, cough ,cold, constipation, diarrhea and stomach aches. Self medication may help relieve symptoms temporarily. It may be more harmful than helpful in many cases.
  Self medication can affect proper medical diagnosis . It may cause symptoms of severe illnesses to subside, making proper diagnosis difficult. It can cause drug interaction which may harm vital organs. It puts a person at risk for incorrect medication dosing which may hinder or prolong recovery. Medication can also contain toxic substance that is harmful to vital organs.
   The most commonly used over the counter drug is pain killers. Pain killers can irritate the abdominal lining or induce gastritis. The risk of stroke is increased in people with high blood that self medicates regularly on pain killers. Self medicating on cough syrup  when a person is taking blood pressure medications can cause adverse drug interaction.
   Some  have become addicted to over the counter medicines due to self medication. It may also cause allergic reaction, especially  drugs  that contains sulpha and penicillin. The liver and kidney are vulnerable to the toxic consequences of self medicating drugs.
  Excessive use of vitamins  can cause hypervitaminosis or vitamin poisoning.
  Consult your doctor and have your symptoms properly diagnosed. Self medication may cost you much more on the long run, due to its potentially damaging effect on your health.
     

Beware of self medication

 

HEALTHFIRSTAF: SNORING MAY BE A SIGN OF SLEEP DISORDER

HEALTHFIRSTAF: SNORING MAY BE A SIGN OF SLEEP DISORDER:   Snoring is a common condition that can affect anybody. It occurs more frequently in men than women. It occurs in overweight individuals a...

SNORING MAY BE A SIGN OF SLEEP DISORDER

  Snoring is a common condition that can affect anybody. It occurs more frequently in men than women. It occurs in overweight individuals and it sometimes worsens with age. Occasional snoring may be caused by fatigue. Constant or habitual snoring may be caused by obstructed nasal airway, poor muscle tone in the throat and tongue, bulky throat tissue, long soft palate and uvula.
  Snoring may lead to health problems like light sleeping, may cause heart problems, high blood pressure and may put an individual at risk for stroke. Poor night sleep as a result of snoring may cause daytime sleepiness and put a person at risk for accidents. It may also interfere with a persons daily activity.
  A person may require life style changes like loosing weight and quitting smoking to correct habitual snoring problems.
  If you begin to wake up with headaches, having trouble staying awake, and experiencing daytime sleepiness, consult with your doctor.
  You may need to have  a sleep study for a Cpap machine or surgical intervention to correct the cause of snoring.
    

              
            

HEALTHFIRSTAF: PAIN TO BE WORRIED ABOUT

HEALTHFIRSTAF: PAIN TO BE WORRIED ABOUT:   Pain is an unpleasant feeling or discomfort. It signals actual or potential injury to the body. Pain may be acute, of sudden onset or chr...

HEALTHFIRSTAF: PAIN TO BE WORRIED ABOUT

HEALTHFIRSTAF: PAIN TO BE WORRIED ABOUT:   Pain is an unpleasant feeling or discomfort. It signals actual or potential injury to the body. Pain may be acute, of sudden onset or chr...

PAIN TO BE WORRIED ABOUT

  Pain is an unpleasant feeling or discomfort. It signals actual or potential injury to the body. Pain may be acute, of sudden onset or chronic, after an injury heals. However, there are certain pain to be concerned about, because they may indicate an underlying medical problem that needs further treatment or investigation. The pain to be concerned about are pain of sudden onset that is not relieved by pain killers. Severe and unbearable pain that gradually gets worse even when the doctors have not been able to diagnose a person with any form of illness. Pain that causes lack of sleep or that wakes a person from sleep.  Pain that causes deformity to a part of the body. Pain that affects daily activities and affects a persons level of consciousness. If you or your family members are experiencing any of the pain mentioned above, seek medical help persistently. Medical investigations may not show anything initially, be sure to follow up with your family doctor or your consultant until a diagnosis is established. 
 

It is not normal to feel pain, there is always an underlying cause.

HEALTHFIRSTAF: SIGNS AND EFFECTS OF ANAEMIA

HEALTHFIRSTAF: SIGNS AND EFFECTS OF ANAEMIA:    Anaemia is occurs when a person has less than normal red blood cell in the blood or when the red blood cells in the blood lacks enough h...

SIGNS AND EFFECTS OF ANAEMIA

   Anaemia is occurs when a person has less than normal red blood cell in the blood or when the red blood cells in the blood lacks enough haemoglobin. It affects more women than men and people with chronic diseases.
   Anaemia can be caused by heavy blood loss, trauma, diseases and the body's inability to make red blood cells. It can also be caused by iron and vitamin B12 deficiency. It can be mild, in which case a person does not feel any symptom. It can be moderate or severe.
    Some common signs of anaemia includes;
Tiredness and loss of energy
Chest pain
Rapid/Fast heart rate especially with exertion or after exercises
Difficulty breathing
Headaches
Difficulty concentrating
Dizziness
Pale skin
Leg cramps 
Trouble sleeping at night
In severe cases seizures
Abdominal pain
Jaundice
Brown or red urine
Cold hands and feet
Low body temperature
Irritable feeling
 If anaemia is left untreated it can lead to organ and tissue damage. It can also lead to heart disease. If you or your family members are experiencing symptoms of anaemia, visit your doctor and get checked. Anaemia can be treated by treating underlying cause, making dietary changed and the use of supplements.

 

HEALTHFIRSTAF: POOR DENTAL CARE AND GUM DISEASE IS A SERIOUS HEA...

HEALTHFIRSTAF: POOR DENTAL CARE AND GUM DISEASE IS A SERIOUS HEA...:     Plaque constantly forms on the teeth from food and drinks, especially from starchy and sugary diet. Plaque contains bacteria, which wit...

POOR DENTAL CARE AND GUM DISEASE ARE SERIOUS HEALTH RISK

    Plaque constantly forms on the teeth from food and drinks, especially from starchy and sugary diet. Plaque contains bacteria, which with poor dental hygiene mixes up with the sugar and starch from foods and drinks to form acids. The acid formed irritates the gums and causes them to become red, swollen and tender. It also causes the gum to bleed easily. If these plaques are not properly removed everyday, they harden to form tartar or calculus around the neck of the teeth. The tissues that attached the gums to the teeth becomes destroyed by the irritants from the plaque. The gums begin to pull away from the teeth and create small pockets which eventually gets filled with plaques. It results in tooth loss and chronic infection that can enter the blood stream.
    When the infection from plaque gets to the blood stream , it can lead to further infection and inflammation of the heart's lining, valves and arteries. Severe gum disease can also lead to an increase in blood sugar levels, increasing the risk of diabetes. Infected gums can cause respiratory diseases like bronchitis, pneumonia and emphysema in especially the elderly. The infection can spread to other parts of the body and cause serious health problems.
    If you suspect that you or any of your family members have gum disease or are experiencing symptoms of gum disease see you doctor and dentist as soon as you can.
          

Gum disease is a serious health problem that can be easily prevented and treated.

HEALTHFIRSTAF: CHEST PAIN A MEDICAL EMERGENCY

HEALTHFIRSTAF: CHEST PAIN A MEDICAL EMERGENCY:    Chest pain is any pain from the neck to the upper part of the abdomen. Chest pain can be caused by problems in the heart, lungs, esophagu...

HEALTHFIRSTAF: CHEST PAIN A MEDICAL EMERGENCY

HEALTHFIRSTAF: CHEST PAIN A MEDICAL EMERGENCY:    Chest pain is any pain from the neck to the upper part of the abdomen. Chest pain can be caused by problems in the heart, lungs, esophagu...

CHEST PAIN A MEDICAL EMERGENCY

   Chest pain is any pain from the neck to the upper part of the abdomen. Chest pain can be caused by problems in the heart, lungs, esophagus, muscles, ribs and nerves. It is very important to seek medical help as soon as possible when experiencing any form of chest. Chest pain can be a symptom of a heart attack or a symptom of sudden illness that may lead to a heart attack. The importance of seeking medical help as soon as possible, is to have the doctor rule out life threatening conditions like a heart attack or any condition that could lead to heart attack.
   Chest pains can present as sharp, dull, aching, burning, stabbing or crushing pain. Irrespective of how chest pain presents, some certain types of chest pain should be taken seriously.
 Chest pains with trouble breathing, nausea, vomiting, severe weakness, diaphoresis, increased anxiety, change in mental status, 

and restlessness should be taken seriously. If a person is experiencing any of the above mentioned symptom with chest pain, he/she should go to the nearest emergency department immediately or call 911 in countries where available. 

HEALTHFIRSTAF: ABDOMINAL PAIN TO BE WORRIED ABOUT

HEALTHFIRSTAF: ABDOMINAL PAIN TO BE WORRIED ABOUT:   Abdominal pain can be caused by inflammation,disintegration of an organ or by the loss of the supply of blood to an organ. Inflammation of...

ABDOMINAL PAIN TO BE WORRIED ABOUT

  Abdominal pain can be caused by inflammation,disintegration of an organ or by the loss of the supply of blood to an organ. Inflammation of the bowels can be due to infection or internal organ injury. The loss of blood supply can be due to blood vessel blockage of twisted part of the bowels. Abdominal pain caused by gas and muscle pains are nothing to be worried about. However there are certain types of abdominal pain that poses risk to a the human life. Pains to be worried about include abdominal pain that has lasted for more than 24hrs. 
 Pains accompanied by excessive vomiting , diarrhea or both. Pains to the mid upper abdomen accompanied with distress and trouble breathing.Pain to the flank that radiates to the back. Pain to the right lower part of the abdomen. The pain experienced all over the abdomen that will not go away.Pain accompanied with difficulty urinating. Pain accompanied with unintentional weight loss. Pain in any part of the abdomen that has refused to go away. If you or your family members are experiencing any of the above mentioned kind of pain, contact your doctor  for medical attention.
  Upper middle abdominal pain accompanied with trouble breathing is a medical emergency that needs immediate attention.
            

Photo credit PreventDisease.

HEALTHFIRSTAF: WAYS TO MANAGE CONSTIPATION

HEALTHFIRSTAF: WAYS TO MANAGE CONSTIPATION:  Constipation can cause severe medical problems that may lead to bowel surgeries. Hence the need to prevent and manage it properly. Constip...

WAYS TO MANAGE CONSTIPATION

 Constipation can cause severe medical problems that may lead to bowel surgeries. Hence the need to prevent and manage it properly.
Constipation can be managed through basic life style changes like diet and exercises.
  To manage constipation effectively, increase fluid intake, preferably water. As juices and other form of fluids may worsen constipation symptoms. Exercise regularly. Eat healthy by eating food rich in vegetables and fruits. Eat fruits ,food and vegetables rich in fibre. Eat more of brown rice instead of white rice. Eat more cooked food instead of fried foods. Eat fibre rich fruits like apples, pears, berries, plums and nuts. Make beans part of your vegetable consumption daily. Eat broccoli and apricots. Eat more of potatoes, not fried but cooked and in any other form. Drink prune juice instead of regular juice. Eat whole wheat grains. If diet does not work, try natural laxatives, like cascara sagrada, rhubarb, aloe, senna tea and buckthorn before using artificial laxatives. Artificial laxatives should be your last resort, as your bowels may become dependent on these laxatives .
    If constipation is not relieved by these remedies, see your doctor as soon as possible for further check up and investigation.
  

Constipation remedies.

HEALTHFIRSTAF: CONSTIPATION AND ITS IGNORED EEFECTS

HEALTHFIRSTAF: CONSTIPATION AND ITS IGNORED EEFECTS:     Constipation is defined as defecating or having stools less than three time per week .It can also be defined as having hard stool or exc...

SPECIAL BLOG ON CONSTIPATION FOR NIGERIAN AUDIENCE :CONSTIPATION REMEDY

   The last blog was on constipation and proposed  follow up blog on constipation  remedy. However I received quite a number of messages from Nigerian audience on how to manage constipation with Nigerian food. Nigeria has one of the best foods in the world. There are so many Nigerian foods that can help manage and prevent constipation. To manage constipation successfully in a warm climate like Nigeria, hydration comes first.
Drink plenty of water, not juice. The sugar in juice may worsen constipation. Drink prune juice if available, it is a natural laxative or eat prune fruit/nectar. Exercise enough, by taking cool evening walks or running where possible. Eat foods rich in fibre like, Oats meal, cereals rich in fibre, garri, water yam,coco yam, okroa, cassava flour or meal, plantain flour(elubo), and  yam flour .Eat more of vegetables, like bitter leaf, water leaf, green leaf, pumpkin leaf, okazi, scent leaf, egusi, ogbono, any form and type of salads etc.
     Cut down on fast foods and sugary baked foods. Eat whole wheat bread instead of white bread. Eat lots of nuts, like groundnut, wall nut, cashew nut. Eat fruits like mangoes, they contain a lot of fibre, oranges with their pulps, pumpkins, sour sup, guava, cashew, cherries,tangerines, pears of any kind, papaya, etc. Eat beans as much as you can in any way or form like moi moi, akara, cooked beans with oil etc.
      Reduce red meat consumption and increase chicken and fish intake. Eat less rice and more vegetable.
Try food and lifestyle changes before laxatives. Let laxative be your last resort.
    If constipation persist despite lifestyle and dietary changes, see your doctor as soon as you can, for further medical investigation.
          

Increase vegetable consumption helps to prevent constipation.

HEALTHFIRSTAF: CONSTIPATION AND ITS IGNORED EEFECTS

HEALTHFIRSTAF: CONSTIPATION AND ITS IGNORED EEFECTS:     Constipation is defined as defecating or having stools less than three time per week .It can also be defined as having hard stool or exc...

CONSTIPATION AND ITS IGNORED EEFECTS

    Constipation is defined as defecating or having stools less than three time per week .It can also be defined as having hard stool or excessive/difficulty straining to stool.
In cases of severe constipation a person defecates as less as one time per week. Constipation may present with signs of lower abdominal pain, having small hard stools like pebbles, rectal bleed, and frequent urge to defecate.
    The dangerous effects of constipation are often ignored by many.  Constipation left untreated either by food or laxative, may lead to :
1, Irritable feelings
2, weight gain
3, Hemorrhoids
4, Body odor due to the accumulation of toxins from bacteria from unexpelled faecal waste.
5, Skin eruptions
6, Headaches
7, Nausea and vomitting
Constipation can lead to severe medical problems. If stool stays in the intestine for too long, the bacteria in the faeces starts to multiply in the intestinal tract and then promote the growth of harmful fungi. Too much stool in the stomach may cause breathing problems .It can also cause to bowel blockage .
Constipation can be treated with food or laxatives, preferably food.
On my next blog, I will be discussing simple and non expensive  remedies for constipation.

Excessive straining to defecate is a sign of constipation 

HEALTHFIRSTAF: FEELINGS YOU SHOULD NOT IGNORE DURING URINATION

HEALTHFIRSTAF: FEELINGS YOU SHOULD NOT IGNORE DURING URINATION:   The urinary tract includes the kidneys, ureter, bladder and urethra. Whatever affects anyone of these affects the others directly or indi...

HEALTHFIRSTAF: FEELINGS YOU SHOULD NOT IGNORE DURING URINATION

HEALTHFIRSTAF: FEELINGS YOU SHOULD NOT IGNORE DURING URINATION:   The urinary tract includes the kidneys, ureter, bladder and urethra. Whatever affects anyone of these affects the others directly or indi...

FEELINGS YOU SHOULD NOT IGNORE DURING URINATION

  The urinary tract includes the kidneys, ureter, bladder and urethra.
Whatever affects anyone of these affects the others directly or indirectly if left untreated. The all work together to enable the passing of urine waste. The following are signs of urination that should not be ignored::
1. Painful or burning feeling when urinating.
2. Frequent urination and incomplete emptying of the bladder.
3. Foul smelling urine.
4.Cloudy colored urine with some sediments.
5. Blood in the urine.
6. Passing small amount of urine at a time with persistent urge to urinate.
7. Experiencing flank pain or pain on the side of the abdomen that radiates to the back.
   If anyone experience these symptoms, it means they have a urinary tract infection. These infections are simple treated with antibiotics. If left untreated, can impair kidney function and lead to progressive kidney damage. If you experience these symptoms accompanied with fever, weakness, tiredness , nausea and vomiting, go to the emergency department immediately for prompt medical attention.

In kids urinary tract infection symptoms may be bed wetting, irritability and diarrhea. If your child is experiencing these symptoms seek medical help immediately.

Urinary tract infection affects more women than men. It should  never be left untreated. It can only be treated with antibiotics. Drinking extra fluids does not cure urine infection. Seek help from your doctor.
      

Photo credit Motion Cow. Treat your urine infection promptly.

HEALTHFIRSTAF: COMMON HABITS ,LIFESTYLE AND OCCURENCE THAT CAUSES...

HEALTHFIRSTAF: COMMON HABITS ,LIFESTYLE AND OCCURENCE THAT CAUSES...:    The kidneys are vital organs of the human body whose function is to help maintain overall health including filtering waste product and e...

COMMON HABITS ,LIFESTYLE AND OCCURENCE THAT CAUSES KIDNEY FAILURE

   The kidneys are vital organs of the human body whose function is to help maintain overall health including filtering waste product and excess fluid from the body. The function of the kidney is closely connected to other vital organs like the heart and lungs. If the kidney begins to have problem and it is left untreated, the other  organs like the heart especially will start having problems as well.
Humans needs less than one kidney to function normally. Hence kidney failure may not cause symptoms in the early stage.
    Some common causes of kidney failure are:
1. Illicit drug use like heroine, marijuana ,cocaine etc.
2. Untreated infections especially urinary tract infections
3.  Overuse of over the counter pain killers like Tylenol, paracetamol, ibuprofen, Panadol etc.
4. Dehydration and starvation
5. Uncontrolled hypertension
6. Uncontrolled diabetes
7. Certain auto immune diseases
8. Excessive bleeding or blood loss
9.Cancer
10. Exposure to chemicals through the skin, mouth, other opening in the body.
11. Pee holding
12. Kidney stones
13. Use of fake drugs
14. Misuse of prescription drugs or overdose.



Protect your kidneys



HEALTHFIRSTAF: HOW TO SAFELY CONSUME EGGS AND PREVENT FOOD POIS...

HEALTHFIRSTAF: HOW TO SAFELY CONSUME EGGS AND PREVENT FOOD POIS...:    Large number of eggs are consumed daily world wide. Many egg consumers know very little about safe handling of eggs. Egg is an ideal medi...

HOW TO SAFELY CONSUME EGGS AND PREVENT FOOD POISONING

   Large number of eggs are consumed daily world wide. Many egg consumers know very little about safe handling of eggs. Egg is an ideal medium for micro-organisms to grow and flourish. One of the most common is salmonella. Salmonella is a bacteria  know for causing food poisoning. When egg is handled properly, the risk of contamination is greatly reduced. They can be contaminated outside through the hands, hair, and saliva of people that handle them during preparation. Do not use eggs when the shells are cracked, even eggs when intact may be contaminated by bacteria that penetrates the shell through its numerous pores. Those with cracked shells have greater risk of contamination. Discard eggs with faeces on their shells,  faeces have lots of bacteria that can penetrate through the pores of the shell. So washing the eggs to consume will not be helpful.
   Do not consume raw eggs, since bacteria grow easily on raw eggs. Instead consume pasteurized eggs, pasteurization kills micro-organisms. Cook thoroughly until egg yolk and white becomes solid. Consume eggs immediately after cooking and  discard left overs. Wash hands thoroughly after handling eggs. Do not store eggs with other foods due to the risk of contamination. Studies show that 67% of salmonella food poisoning comes from eggs. Discard eggs after 3 weeks. Refrigerate eggs after pooling, do not add additional eggs after pooling eggs for a while. Use same the same day. Clean kitchen surfaces thoroughly after preparing eggs.
Store eggs in refrigerator.

Safe egg consumption prevents food poisoning.

HEALTHFIRSTAF: HEADACHES YOU SHOULD BE WORRIED ABOUT

HEALTHFIRSTAF: HEADACHES YOU SHOULD BE WORRIED ABOUT:     Many people suffer from one form of headache or the other all over the world. Some times headaches are caused  by stress, sinus  infecti...

HEALTHFIRSTAF: THINGS YOU MAY NOT KNOW ABOUT HOSPITAL VISITS AND ...

HEALTHFIRSTAF: THINGS YOU MAY NOT KNOW ABOUT HOSPITAL VISITS AND ...:    There may be need  sometimes to visit sick friends and loved ones at the hospital . Hospital visits comes with some certain risk that you...

HEALTHFIRSTAF: THINGS YOU MAY NOT KNOW ABOUT HOSPITAL VISITS AND ...

HEALTHFIRSTAF: THINGS YOU MAY NOT KNOW ABOUT HOSPITAL VISITS AND ...:    There may be need  sometimes to visit sick friends and loved ones at the hospital . Hospital visits comes with some certain risk that you...

HEALTHFIRSTAF: THINGS YOU MAY NOT KNOW ABOUT HOSPITAL VISITS AND ...

HEALTHFIRSTAF: THINGS YOU MAY NOT KNOW ABOUT HOSPITAL VISITS AND ...:    There may be need  sometimes to visit sick friends and loved ones at the hospital . Hospital visits comes with some certain risk that you...

HEALTHFIRSTAF: HEALTH HAZARDS CAUSED BY SOFT DRINKS

HEALTHFIRSTAF: HEALTH HAZARDS CAUSED BY SOFT DRINKS:   Soft drinks causes more health hazard than one can ever imagine. There are certain facts about soft drink consumption that  people are not...

HEALTHFIRSTAF: HEALTH HAZARDS CAUSED BY SOFT DRINKS

HEALTHFIRSTAF: HEALTH HAZARDS CAUSED BY SOFT DRINKS:   Soft drinks causes more health hazard than one can ever imagine. There are certain facts about soft drink consumption that  people are not...

HEALTH HAZARDS CAUSED BY SOFT DRINKS

  Soft drinks causes more health hazard than one can ever imagine. There are certain facts about soft drink consumption that  people are not aware of. Soft drinks are notorious for their high sugar content. They cause irritation and inflammation to the mucous lining of the stomach. People with stomach ulcers, gastritis and digestive disorders should stay away from soft drinks, they may cause or lead to worse health problems that may be difficult to treat. Soda affects and destroys the enamel of the teeth and cause dental caries. Daily or increased soda/soft drinks consumption can lead to decalcification of the bones, individuals with osteoporosis, rickets or any form of bone disease should avoid soft drinks. These symptoms may not be felt at a younger age, but will begin to unveil as a person gets older. Which  may lead to serious mobility issues.
    They increase the risk of kidney stones. They may also cause allergies, increased anxiety and irritability. They can affect the nervous system as well. Soft drinks cause weight gain and makes a person age faster.


Drink water instead of soft drinks