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The Truth About Milk and Malt: Do They Really Boost Blood Volume?

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DOES MIXTURE OF MILK AND MALT BOOST BLOOD VOLUME? - EZENWA LILIAN OLUCHI. Have you ever heard that drinking milk and malt together can boost your blood volume? Well, let's take a closer look at this popular belief mostly from African mothers who have passed down this concoction recipe to generations and separate fact from fiction. Firstly, what exactly is blood volume? Blood volume refers to the total amount of fluid circulating within the arteries, capillaries, veins, venules, and chambers of the heart at any time . . It's essential for delivering oxygen and nutrients to your cells and removing waste products. Now, let's talk about milk and malt. Milk is a nutritious beverage that provides calcium, protein, and other essential nutrients. Malt, on the other hand, is a sweetener made from germinated cereal grains, often used in drinks and desserts. While milk and malt are both tasty and nutritious, there's no scientific evidence to support the claim that they boost blo...

Domestic Violence

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Domestic Violence, Recognizing signs, Types and How to take Action.  -Ezenwa Lilian Oluchi   Introduction : Imagine living in a home where fear and danger are constant companions, where the people who should care for you become sources of pain. This pain reality is domestic violence, and it's an experience that can be overwhelming, especially for everyone. It is obvious that some people think domestic abuse is only when your partner lay hands on you or even uses an object on you, but then, it is not only that. I have heard someone who talked to me in a manner that caused me great pain,  It's important to understand that domestic violence comes in various forms, such as physical, emotional, sexual, or financial abuse, and none of it is ever acceptable or your fault, no matter the circumstances. For some people, this might hit close to home. Perhaps you've witnessed the heartbreaking struggle of a mother enduring abuse from a partner, or you know a friend who's going thro...

Respecting Boundaries: Stop Asking Couples When They Are Having Kids - EZENWA LILIAN OLUCHI

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In our society, it's not uncommon for couples to face a barrage of well-intentioned yet intrusive questions about their family planning decisions. However, it's time to recognize that asking couples about when they are having kids can be insensitive, presumptuous, and even hurtful. This hits so hard and it's quite similar to this question, when are you getting married?  Imagine sitting down with a warm cup of tea, engrossed in a conversation with my dear friend Jee. As she shared the story of her journey through marriage, a wave of empathy washed over me. It all started just six months into her marriage when a sense of unease began to settle in her heart. Little did she know that her discomfort would be further exacerbated by the constant reminders from well-meaning acquaintances about her "responsibility" to start a family. The Impact of the Question: Asking couples when they are having kids can have unintended consequences. For those facing fertility struggles, ...

HOW TO AVOID UNNECESSARY BREAKFAST. PART 1

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  How to avoid unnecessary breakfast - Ezenwa Lilian Oluchi. Breakfast in Nigeria, a western part of Africa is often described as a sad and emotional moment in a relationship when a man or a woman suddenly breaks up with their partner. This can come up in many ways, but one of the easiest ways to “Chop breakfast “ is not being aware of your partner’s Genotype and Blood group. It’s safe to say some people are not intentional about this, some glamour for expensive dates in amazing restaurants, going for movie nights and of course focused on the suave looks of their partners.  In this section, you will be intrigued to know about Genotype, the right partner for you and also how to navigate such scary scenarios. What is Genotype? To be simply put, Genotype is a genetic makeup of an organism ( Man and Woman). You can have the same physical resemblance with someone, act alike and have the same shape, but in reality no one is absolutely identical. The Genotype is literally what makes ...

TOP SKILLS EVERY SALESPERSON MUST HAVE.

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  Top skills every salesperson must have - Ezenwa Lilian Oluchi. As far as there must be exchange of goods and services against money, there must be sales. Sales can come in the form of rendering goods and services whereby a customer buys the goods you render or can come in the form of rendering services, for example developing applications, Insurance and maintenance services. What is Sale?  Sale can be defined as a transaction between the buyer and seller in which the seller sells intangible or tangible goods, assets, services against money. It must be done between two or more parties, that is, the buyer and the seller. Top skills every salesperson should have. To become a good salesperson or succeed as a salesman, here are some essential skills you need to have. Communication skills:  Effective communication should be a top skill every salesperson must have. Having a script line well written can work through conversations with the customer, but possessing  the abil...

Informal and formal words.

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AFFORDABLE PLACES TO LIVE IN EUROPE FOR REMOTE WORKERS

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 AFFORDABLE PLACES TO LIVE IN EUROPE- EZENWA LILIAN OLUCHI INTRODUCTION A lot of people aspire towards better economic empowerment, specifically in their experiences and in their earnings. For instance, a lot of Nigerian youths and adults alike aspire for greener pastures in the diaspora. With the influx of immigrants in other regions like Europe and North America and the introduction of less stifling immigration laws as seen in the creation of the Lisbon Treaty created in Europe for example, people are more open to considering immigrating to regions with higher potential. A lot of Nigerians have come up with the phrase “ Ja pa ”. Japa is simply a Yoruba (an ethnic group in Nigeria) term that means “to run away”.  With the increased uncertainty attributed to a volatile economy, insecurity, and great income inequality; exploring opportunities abroad has become the status quo, especially for the average Nigerian. The Japa phenomenon has become so profound that it is often used a...