How to treat Acid Reflux (Gerd)

Acid reflux, also known as gastro esophageal reflux disease (GERD), is a disease in which stomach acid flows back i.e. refluxes into your oesophagus which is the food pipe. This causes burning and pain, which is commonly known as heartburn. Many people experience an occasional heartburn, which is usually not a cause for concern, but when it occur continually, it could indicate GERD.

8 tips on how to have a better night rest (Sleep)

Sleeping is very important to the body for a proper health. Especially at night.  After a long day work, the next thing is to rest. Sleeplessness result from some factors. Like busy life style, drugs, thought of the mind, noise, even diseases. This can cause harm to the body as the body need proper relaxation for good health.

 Below are some things you can do to have a better night sleep:

10 Principles of a healthy diet

These principles are recommended for optimal health, balanced diet, and to prevent diseases.

1.    Make quality food choices

When making food choices, let it be the natural, fresh and unprocessed one. What I mean by that is, let it be the organic one which has not been mixed with chemicals. For example, some vegetables are planted with fertilizer, and this can be toxic to your health. Then, to preserve the nutrients in these foods like beans, rice, vegetables, you need to reduce the heating and preservation period. Nutrients, like mineral, vitamin etc. Remember, this also applies to meat which is proteinous in nature. Eat health promoting fats. Some health promoting fats recommended are: fish, nuts, seeds, and quality oils like palm oil. Then fruits are very important as they protect the body against diseases. Fruits like apple, mango, banana, pear, and orange are very beneficial to the body.