Health and Wellbeing

Explore clear, evidence-based guidance on common health concerns, nutrition, weight management, infections, and preventive care. Medically reviewed by Dr. Prosper Yole, our articles explain what the evidence shows, offer practical guidance, and help you recognise when to seek medical attention.

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Does Crying Burn Calories? What Research Shows

Dr. Prosper Yole

Updated Oct 9, 2026Upd. Oct 9, 2026↻ Oct 9, 2026

Does crying burn calories? Here is what research reveals about crying, sobbing, weight loss, and the widely quoted 1.3-calorie claim.

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How to Lose Belly Fat Safely: A Doctor’s Guide

Dr. Prosper Yole

Updated Oct 9, 2026Upd. Oct 9, 2026↻ Oct 9, 2026

Losing belly fat the safe way means managing your diet, getting enough physical exercise, and understanding how calorie ...

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Fasting and Metabolism: How Your Body Uses Energy

Guest Author

Oct 2, 2026

For centuries, fasting has been a widespread practice across many cultures and religions. It is a practice that ...

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Sun Poisoning: Symptoms, Treatment & When to Get Help

Dr. Prosper Yole

Sep 30, 2026

“Sun poisoning” isn’t a formal medical term, but people commonly use it to describe severe sunburn caused by ...

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Rainbow Kiss Meaning: What It Is, Risks & Safety

Dr. Prosper Yole

Updated Sep 16, 2026Upd. Sep 16, 2026↻ Sep 16, 2026

Despite its name, the rainbow kiss is not associated with colourful makeup, lipstick, candy, or the rainbow flag ...

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Apollo Eye Infection: Symptoms, Causes & How It Spreads

Dr. Prosper Yole

Updated Sep 13, 2026Upd. Sep 13, 2026↻ Sep 13, 2026

If you spend enough time in Nigeria, you will likely come across the term “Apollo”. Apollo is a ...

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