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Ghanaian Lawyer Advocate For Premarital Sex

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Once upon a time there was this young man who was desperately in love with a lady. He decided he will marry this lady,fortunately for him after much pressure  they started dating. But unfortunately for the lady her man had erection problems, he could not have sex with a woman, he did not know that he had a serious problem. Since as Christians no sex before marriage. Eventually after the wedding night and several months past this man was unable to perform one of his most important duties as husband. There was an uproar between the couples the lady believed he knew all along about this problem but was wicked and keep quite about it.... Many of such cases is prevalent in our society today. This is the reason why some people have been suggesting  sex before marriage.  A Ghanaian lawyer has openly been advocating for sex before marriage. According to a private legal practitioner, Margaret Acheampong, couples who

Manage stress by facing it

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We have been told again and again the harmful effects of stress. It may seem like you can do nothing about stress. There will never be more hours in a day, bills won't stop coming up, work and family responsibility will always be demanding. But you are in control of your life and taking the charge of your life style, emotions, thoughts and the way you deal with problems. No matter how stressful your life is you can take steps to release the pressure and lead a happy life. 1.Identify the source of stress in your life There may be stress of changing job, moving or going through a divorce, worried about the deadlines. How do you cope with stress? Many people start smoking, drinking, cutting from family and start bingeing on junk food or taking out stress on others. Avoid unnecessary stress by choosing the 4 A's. Avoid - Learn how to say "no". Learn you limits and stick to them whether it is professional or personal. Avoid people who stress you out. If t

Incredible things that will happen when you stop eating sugar

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Sugar is meant to boost you metabolism and give you energy. Along with this, it gives you belly fat, too. Sugar can lead to many serious health problems including obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and headaches.  Since we all are busy the entire day with work, these simple steps can help reduce weight and enhance your lifestyle. As it is said, an excess of everything is dangerous, thus we don’t realize how much sugar we intake throughout the day and how it is effecting us. Here are 11 things that will happen when you quit sugar: 1. Your heart health will improve: The heart is a sensitive organ, so it should be given extra care. Cutting down on sugar will burden the heart less and will reduce the risk of heart-related diseases.  2. Your skin will look healthier and will glow: Have you noticed that you can’t seem to crack the case on why acne appears and disappears despite all the creams, lotions, and ointments you’re using? It may be that sugar is hurting your skin fr

5 Things you should never do after eating

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 Image:Google Here are the five things you should never do after you eat. Stay safe and be healthy 1.Sleep: Going to sleep right after you eat causing your stomach to burn through the night, which causes discomfort, bloating, and odd sleeping patterns. A study at the university of loannina Medical school found that people who waited the longest after eating to go to bed were less likely to have a stroke. With this in mind, The rule of thumb is  to eat at least a few hours before bed.   2.Smoke: Unfortunately for some people, Smoking is still a thing. While its probably one of the most damaging things you can do to your lungs, if you are going to do it, atleast wait a couple of hours after eating. This is because the nicotine in cigarettes binds to the excess oxygen that is necessary in digestion, which then allows your body to absorbs more carcinogens than normal According to studies, smoking right after a meal is the same as smoking ten cigarettes at once. It is also

Health benefits of garlic :10 proven benefits of eating garlic

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Here are some of the amazing health benefits of garlic. Your grandmother must have given you hundreds of lectures on the benefits of garlic and how important it is to eat it every day. Guess what? She is right! Garlic not only makes your pizzas and pasta delicious but is also one of the miracle spices. Garlic contains allicin, which gives it the pungent smell and is a therapeutic agent. This pungent, flavorful spice is used as home remedies to fight many medical conditions. It has antifungal and anti-bacterial properties and is rich in manganese, potassium, iron, calcium and vitamin C. Here are some health benefits of garlic. 1. Fights cold and flu . Garlic is one of the best home remedies to treat cold and flu. Just have garlic tea or have two to three raw garlic cloves to get relief from the cold. You can also add this flavorful spice in your soup to make it tastier and healthier. . 2. Cures hypertension Garlic contains allicin, a therapeutic compound, which relaxes

5 Things your period tells about your health.

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Menstruation  is a necessary biological process, periods or menstrual cycle is one of the taboo topics in some  African societies.  There are several practices, rituals and myths associated with the menstrual cycle that leaves a strong impact on the women s and girl s lifestyle, health and mental state. Many girls are unaware of the reproductive system, menstruation and puberty. It is important for a woman to understand their menstrual cycle as it reveals a lot about their health. You need to look at the used sanitary pad before you throw it into a dustbin. The symptoms and flow of your period will tell you a lot about your health. Here is a list of changes and symptoms that you may notice in your period and what it means.. . 1. Sudden heavy blood flow . If you have a heavier than usual blood flow during your periods or your period extended more than seven days, it could be because of fibroid or polyp. So, it is important to consult your doctor if your experience the above-me

HOW MUCH SUGAR SHOULD I EAT ?

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WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ADDED SUGAR AND THE SUGAR WE FIND IN FRUITS ANDVEGETABLES? HOW MUCH CAN WEEAT A DAY AND WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS IF WE OVERDO IT? IF YOU'VE FOUND THE LATEST ADVICE AROUND SUGAR CONSUMPTION CONFUSING, YOU'RE NOT ALONE... Recommendations advocating added sugar should make up no more than 5% of our daily calorie intake are causing a stir - we asked nutritionist Marilyn Glenville to shed some light on the sugar debate... Q: How many pieces of fruit is it advisable to have a day? A: Vegetables have more nutritional value as they don’t affect blood sugar levels as much as fruit. However, for someone trying to cut back on refined sugars, fruit is great for weaning yourself off sugary snacks. How much sugar should I eat?Fruit juice is different, all the fibre has been thrown away. 2-3 pieces of fruit a day is fine, though try to have some nuts and seeds alongside your fruit. The protein slows down the absorption of sugar into the blood str