How To Lighten Dark Underarm

Dark under arm can be very embarrassing, especially when it is noticeable. This can prevent you from wearing sleeveless, short sleeve, armless dress, swimsuits or bathing in public.
Dark underarm can be caused by common factors such as hyper-pigmentation, shaving, as
some ingrown hair tend to make your underarm appear darker, etc. It is also important to note that some deodorant and antiperspirant tend to make your underarm darker.
Most people battling with dark underarm do choose a natural lightening approach. My underarm regimen is occasional shaving and scrubbing. If you have darker arms, moisturizing is also a good idea.

here are 4 natural steps to lighten your underarm.


Step 1
What you need
2 tablespoons of baking soda
1 tablespoon of water
1 bowl
Coconut or Olive oil

Pour 2 tablespoons of baking soda into a bowl, add few drops of water and mix into a paste. Apply the mixture to your armpits and massage gently for a minute. Leave this on for 20 or 25 minutes. Wash off with lukewarm water, then apply coconut or olive oil to calm it.
If you have sensitive skin, use one teaspoon of baking soda and leave for 10 minutes only.
This should be done before taking your evening shower. This can be done daily until you achieve your desired results.

Step 2
What you need
1 tablespoons of baking soda
½ lemon
Bowl

Coconut or Olive oil

Pour the baking soda into a bowl, squeeze the juice of the half lemon into the bowl to make a paste. Add a few drop of water to dilute it. Apply the mixture to your armpits and massage gently for a minute.

Leave for 20 minutes and wash off with cold water. Don’t forget to rub your oil.
If you have sensitive skin, use one teaspoon of baking soda and leave for 10 minutes only.
This should be done before taking your evening shower. This can be done daily until you achieve your desired results, or twice a week depending on your schedule.

Step 3
What you need
½ lemon
Sugar
2 drops of honey
Bowl
Coconut or Olive oil

Squeeze the juice of the half lemon into the bowl, add your granulated sugar and honey to make a
paste. Apply the mixture to your armpits and massage gently for a minute. Leave for 15 minutes and wash off with lukewarm water. Don’t forget to rub your oil.
If you have sensitive skin, leave for 5 minutes only.
This should be done before taking your evening shower. This can be done daily until you achieve your desired results, or twice a week depending on your schedule.

Step 4

What you need
Lemon
Coconut or Olive oil

Cut thick slices of lemon and rub the slices on your underarms. After 10 minutes, rinse your armpits with cool water, dry them and moisturize with your oil.
None of the above procedures should be done during the day, as the arm can be extremely sensitive to sun light. Secondly, do not apply your deodorant or antiperspirant after scrubbing your underarm. The best time to do the above listed is before retiring to bed.


BY:FIRDAUSI MUSA DANTSOHO

BREAKFAST AND WHY IT'S IMPORTANT TO ALWAYS HAVE A HEALTHY BREAKFAST.

A healthy breakfast is essential for starting the day off right. The meal is often described as the most important meal of the day. However, many people rush through their morning routines and avoid preparing breakfast.

When you skip breakfast, you could skip out on essential nutrients and benefits that can improve your day.
Here are five reasons to eat a healthy breakfast each day. 

1. Improve your performance

Your body becomes dehydrated after sleeping all night. Re-energize yourself with a healthy breakfast. You could see the improved benefits on your performance at work or school. When you eat breakfast, it gives your body essential nutrients to perform. You could do better in your academic career if your eat breakfast in the morning.

2. Benefit your skin

A Dietician says that eggs, lean proteins (like turkey), and fruits are essential to a nutritious breakfast. These ingredients are packed with vitamins A and D. They also contain the essential nutrient, lutein, which helps maintain healthy skin. Take a few minutes to fry an egg or throw some fruit in your cereal. If you feel too busy in the morning, prepare a bowl of fruit or a hard-boiled egg the night before. Grab it on the way out the door. 

3. Weight gain prevention

Don’t skip breakfast to avoid calories. Studies show that eating a healthy morning meal helps prevent further weight gain. Avoid overindulging in high-calorie foods throughout the day. Breakfast also provides you with essential nutrients that can be stored into energy so you can feel productive for the rest of the day.

4. Energy

Energy is essential for your brain and body to work properly. You may feel slow and sheepish when you awake in the morning with low blood sugar. The American Deictic Association says that a healthy breakfast should include lean proteins (eggs, turkey sausage, grilled chicken), fruits, whole grains, and some vegetables will provide you with the most energy and dietary benefits. Ingredients with vitamin C, like berries and oranges, helps your brain signals function so that you’re more alert. Plus, your memory patterns will improve. 

5. Feel happier

Going for a breakfast that is high in carbohydrates like oatmeal can drastically improve your mood in the morning. When you sleep for eight hours or more, your body loses nutrients and we can become irritable when we wake up. When you supply your body with the energy it needs, you feel more satisfied and happy throughout the day. You’re supplied with the essential nutrients that kick start your mind so you can start your day with a good attitude.

Eating a healthy breakfast of essential nutrients can help you improve your overall health, well-being, and even help you do better in school or work. It’s worth it to get up a few minutes earlier and throw together a quick breakfast. You’ll be provided with the energy to start your day off right..

BY STEPHANIE E.HEMEN

BOBRISKY BLOWS HOT AT RIVERS PROPHETESS WHO PROPHESIED INCURABLE SICKNESS UPON HIM

- Popular cross dresser Bobrisky has reacted to a Rivers state prophetess who prophesied sickness upon him

- The controversial individual penned a lengthy note on social media and heavily berated the cleric

- According to Bobrisky, God is not a man, and for that reason death and sickness will never be his portion Social media was recently set abuzz after one Rivers-based female prophet came out to share her prophesy upon the life of controversial cross-dresser Idris Okeneye aka Bobrisky.

Well, it appears the self acclaimed male Barbie, who is currently vacationing in Dubai, has got wind of the news, and in response, he penned a lengthy note addressed to his haters and the prophet in particular.

Bobrisky started out by noting the amount of hate he has amassed simply because of how he chooses to live his life in Nigeria. According to him, there are several other pressing issues in the country that need urgent attention, but people have decided to get busy with his personal affairs. "How am I the problem of Nigeria? How does being a cross dresser, and a transgender woman translate to abomination? It is rather bemusing to me that a lot of people will have me killed, than the evil politicians and people in power punished," his message read in part. 

BY SHAMSIYA BARAU AHMED

Home Remedies To Get Rid Of Children's Body Odor

As an adult when you have body odor, you simply spray some perfume or deodorant on
your body. But the solution is not the same when it comes to children. Children cannot be exposed to deodorant and sprays since it can harm their delicate skin. If you wish to get rid of your child’s body odor without any harm, then you should go for some home remedies.

Here are ways you can help get rid of your child body odour naturally.

1.Lemon Water Bath
Lemon is believed to contain certain antibacterial properties that prevent the growth of bacteria. And also have a refreshing smell. When your child gets home after a day in the hot sun, set up a warm bath immediately and add a few drops of lemon to it. Keep the ratio as 1 tablespoon of lemon juice for a 2-liter bucket of water. This will not only help in reducing your child’s body odor, but will also make the child feel refreshed.

2.Tomato Juice Bath
The juice of tomato is also believed to help in eliminating body odor. However, applying it directly might irritate your child’s skin, but adding it to a bath is a convenient way of using it. Simply grind some fresh tomatoes in a blender and strain the seeds and skin. Use the strained
liquid, about 2 cups, in a 2-3 liter bucket of warm water. Bathe your child in this water at least twice a week.

3.Essential Oils
You can use essential oils such as rosemary oil or tea tree oil. These oils too are considered to be antibacterial in nature while also containing a pleasant smell. Just add a few drops of the oil on a cotton ball and rub it on your child’s underarms and other areas that are prone to body odor. You can apply these oils at least 15 minutes before bathing your child.


BY: FIRDAUSI MUSA DANTSOHO

AMAZING HEALTH BENEFITS OF EATING EGGS EVERYDAY

One egg a day keeps a doctor away. Even if you make it two, it is not as harmful as you think it to be. All of you may have different views which you base on some information gathered on the internet about the nutritious value of eggs.

 Most of you doubt eggs because of the fats and the amount of cholesterol they contain. But the lesser known fact is that fats and cholesterol in eggs are harmful only for those who are highly sensitive towards cholesterol - like patients with a cardiac problems or heart diseases.

 As a matter of fact, eggs are one the most nutritious foods in the world. A whole egg contains all the nutrients you require to turn a single cell into a baby chicken! Eggs also contain various trace nutrients that are important for your health. But eggs in any form - scrambled, poached, boiled, omelet - have all the essential nutrition which are predominant for keeping your body healthy.

 1. Omega-3 fatty acids 

All eggs do not have the same amount of nutrition. It varies because of the nutrition compound which depends on the kind of food that was fed to the hens and how they were raised. Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) element present in eggs helps in the maintenance of brain function, vision, and lower blood triglycerides.omega 3 fatty acid are also found in fish like tuna and salmon. So, if you are unable to eat fish, eggs are the perfect alternative for you.

2. Raise good cholesterol 

Eating eggs can help you to increase the High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL) which is also known as good cholesterol. A single egg contains 212 mg, which is over half of the recommended daily intake of 300 mg. Higher levels of HDL lower down the risk of heart disease, stroke, and other health problems. Studies have shown that consuming two eggs per day for six weeks have helped in enhancing HDL level by 10%.

3.High in quality protein
Getting enough protein in your diet is extremely important for a healthy body. Proteins are the building blocks of the blocks of the human body as they formulate all sorts of tissues which serve as a structural and functional process. A single large egg contains around six grams of protein. Apart from this, eggs also contain all the essential amino acids which further help in working with protein in your body. Enough protein is important for stronger bones, increase muscle mass, help in weight loss etc.

4. Beneficial for eyes. 

Eggs contain two powerful antioxidants - lutein and zeaxanthin. These antioxidants assemble in the retina of the eyes. The risk of the two most common eye disorders, cataracts, and macular degeneration can be reduced by consuming adequate amounts of these nutrients. Eggs are also high in vitamin A. Deficiency of vitamin A is known to be the most common cause of blindness in the world. Eggs are rich in Vitamin A, which is an essential prerequisite for healthy vision

5. Lower risk of heart disease
Consumption of higher amount of LDL cholesterol which also known as the bad cholesterol is harmful for health and enhances the chance of heart disease. Lesser known fact is that there are two subtypes of LDL: small LDL and large LDL. According to the studies, large LDL is more beneficial for health than small and eggs help to raise the level of the former.

6. Brain Health
The most complex part of the body is the brain. And for maintaining good health, it is extremely important for you to maintain a healthy brain. Eggs contain most of the right vitamins and minerals which are needed for regular functioning of cells, memory, nervous system and metabolism.

BY STEPHANIE E. HEMEN

HOW TO MAKE HOME MADE YOGHURT

People who regularly take yogurt help their body to produce vitamin B in the bowels. The lactic acid bacteria in yogurt have important effects in preventing cancer, infections, gastrointestinal diseases and asthma. Regular consumption of fresh yogurt increases the positive affects of yogurt.



INGREDIENTS


*WHOLE MILK

*STARTER CULTURE 2 TABLESPOON

* FLAVOUR

* SUGAR



METHOD

1. Pour your whole milk into a pot.

2. Heat up your milk on a medium to high heat until it's almost reaching its boiling point.

3. ontinue stiring your milk and once you see some bubbles forming around the edge of the pot then it is time to bring down the milk.

4. You stir until it's warm to the touch.


5. Add your culture which is yoghurt from your previous yoghurt and make sure you use yoghurt with an active culture. The yoghurt should not have sugar or any additives in it.

6. Stir till the yoghurt is fully dissolved in the milk.

7. Cover it with a fitting lid, and keep in a warm place for 6-12 hours for the culture to grow.

8. After 6 - 12 hours your yoghurt would be thick; then you can transfer into the fridge to chill for 2 hours.

9. Serve your yoghurt with any flavour and sugar enjoy.




By Firdausi Musa Dantsoho.

HOW TO MAKE AFRICAN SALAD (ABACHA)

African salad is a delicious Nigerian meal that is native to the ndi Igbo (people of Igbo).

This meal is very popular in the eastern part of Nigeria. It is one of the most Popular Igbo Food.
The fresh Abacha also known as African salad is made from cassava. There are a lot of processes involved with obtaining the fresh abacha that is used in preparing the African salad that we all know.



Ingredients for African Salads


*Ehu 3 seeds (optional)
*1 to 2 cups Of Ugba Ukpaka
*half cup of crayfish
*1 to 2 cubes of maggi or knorr
*100ml of palm oil
*Edible powdered potash (1 teaspoon)
*salt and pepper to taste.
*3 to 5 garden eggs (optional)
*Utazi leaves (optional)
*Garden egg leaves (optional)
*Meat/dry fish or stock fish (optional)
*Onions.


METHOD

1. You either heat or soak the dry Abacha in boiled water for about three minutes, then sieve and keep on a separate bowl.

2. Blend your crayfish and also slice the onions, and garden egg leaves. It is advisable to dissolve the powdered potash in about half a cup of clean water just to easily filter out unwanted solid materials that are in the potash.

3. Filter the dissolved potash into a mortar or pot.

4. Add about 100ml of palm oil and stir to form a yellowish paste.
5. Stir very well to get the yellowish paste. Then add the ground crayfish and pepper, stir, then add the ground ehu.

6. Add the ugba to the mixture and stir, and then add the abacha, salt. It is advisable to heat the abacha just a few seconds before you use so it doesn’t get cold, as most people in Nigeria like their Abacha to be a little bit warm.


7. Stir the whole combination and you are almost through with the preparation part.

8. Taste the combination in the mortar or pot, if it is as tasty as you desire, you may also want to turn on the cooker and heat for few minutes if it is not as warm as you desire.


9. Slice your garden egg and onion and keep aside in a different plate or bowl.

10. Serve your abacha with the meat and also add the garden eggs and onions(sliced) and the leaves to individual plates.

11. Get a bottle of your favorite soft drink and enjoy.

BY: FIRDAUSI MUSA DANTSOHO

10 AMAZING TRICKS TO YOU SPARK UP YOUR RELATIONSHIP

  
It’s unrealistic to expect it to be as exciting as it was in the beginning. This doesn’t mean that the fun and spark should die entirely though. Here are some tips and tricks on how to keep the romance alive in your relationship.

1. Put your phone down: Being present when you’re spending time with your partner can make a world of a difference to a relationship. Next time you are together, put your phones away and really appreciate being in each other’s company. The disconnection from the outside world will leave room for an even greater connection between the two of you.

2. Make time for a date night: No matter how busy your schedules are, it is important to always make room for an outing, especially at night. It is all too easy to become complacent in a relationship and fall into a routine where you neglect to make the relationship exciting. Dating should be a part of every relationship no matter how long you have been together. So try setting aside at least one day a month where you rediscover the fun of dating with your partner.




3. Be adventurous together: Trying something new together is a great way to keep the spark alive. Whether you explore a new hobby, or travel to a new destination, it is something that you can look forward to together.

4. Surprise each other: Bring her gifts once in while without reason or write a sweet note for him and tuck it away into his briefcase or car so that he stumbles upon it when he least expects . Although flowers and sweet notes may not seem like huge gestures, it will put a big smile on your partner’s face and remind them just how lucky they are to be in such a loving relationship.

6. Appreciate one another: Show your partner you’re grateful for them by verbally expressing what you love about them as frequently as you can. By showing your love and appreciation through words and actions, it will also constantly remind you why you fell in love with them in the first place.

7. Miss each other: It’s perfectly OK to go on a trip with your friends or do girls’ or boys’ night to give each other the space and opportunity to miss each other. Time apart is a healthy element of a relationship and will leave you wanting more of them.

8. Have fun together: Most importantly, never forget to have fun with each other. Goof around, playfully tease one another, go out with all of your friends, and just enjoy each other’s company. In a solid relationship your partner will always be your best friend, so it’s important not to neglect that.

5. Don’t stop kissing: Remember kissing? It’s that thing that you used to not be able to get enough of. It’s incredibly important to not let kissing go flying out of you relationship. Take the time and effort to plant a mad push on your loved one every day. It’s such a simple technique that can do wonders in regards to keeping the intimacy alive, as well as making each other feel desirable.

6. Laugh more often: Laughing is essential to a healthy relationship. Your partner is supposed to be your best friend; if you can’t have fun and a good laugh with them, then something is seriously wrong. Take the time to rediscover your shared sense of humor.

7. Play dress up: There is nothing wrong with dressing up every now and then. It’s a healthy expression of your sexuality and can be a lot of fun. If you know that your partner has a particular fetish, interest, or kink, indulge in it for a night. He will be thrilled and will more than likely be willing to do the same for you.

8. Be honest: The above isn’t possible without being honest with your partner. If there’s something that you enjoy, whether it be in or out of the bedroom, share it with him or her. If you don’t feel like you can be honest about those kinds of things, you need to ask yourself why.

9. Invest in your relationship: In our busy modern world it can be incredibly easy to stop investing time in your relationship and let it fall into a rut. As with anything, relationships need to be nurtured and encouraged, particularly when they’re long term. Think about it: a relationship that spans years and decades will not stay the same the entire time. A million different things can change during that time, including the people involved. Therefore, it makes sense that time needs to always be taken to keep it healthy, interesting, fun and loving.


10. Don’t argue: Argument is not communication, rather it is noise. Shouting on each other will create problems in your relationship; the best thing to do is to avoid it even when you know that you are not the one at fault. Just say I am sorry dear, let’s just forget about this issue.

BY STEPHANIE E. HEMEN

TENI IMPRESSES NOLLYWOOD FILM DIRECTOR ON HER FIRST MOVIE ROLE

Teni has left Samuel Olatunji, a film director, impressed after she aptly interpreted her role in an upcoming film, ‘Dear Affy’.

Olatunji, who is widely known as Bigsam, said he was amazed at Teni’s role interpretation on her acting debut.

‘We were all surprised and impressed at the same time with Teni’s acting abilities on set. She got into it so naturally, one would have thought she’s been doing this all her life. She is what we call a ‘natural’’, Olatunji said.

Teni takes on the role of ‘Little Angel’, the troublesome girlfriend to ‘Nerdy Guy’, played by BBNaija 2019 ex-housemate, Sir Dee.

Scheduled for a February 2020 release, ‘Dear Affy’ also features actors such as Eyinna Nwigwe, Toyin Abraham, Kehinde Bankole, Williams Uchemba, Chinedu Ikedieze, Bimbo Ademoye, Chiwetalu Agu, Bimbo Akintola, Odunlade Adekola, Uzor Arukwe, Faithia Williams, Anto Lecky, Kola Ajeyemi, Seilat Adebowale, Hafiz Oyetoro, Ali Nuhu, Kolawole Ajeyemi, Monica Friday, Eniola Ajao, Uzee Usman, Bianca Ugo, Timini Egbuson, and Jide Kosoko.

Teniola and Odunlade Adekola on the set of 'Dear Affy'. 

‘Dear Affy’ is a romantic comedy that tells the story of a beautiful career lady who is about to get married to the man of her dreams. The groom is on the verge of sealing a multi-million Naira contract with a conglomerate in the construction industry. He is, however, faced with a challenge as the sealing of the contract is hinged on him having an intimate affair with the female millionaire contractor just a few weeks to his wedding.

BY SHAMSIYA BARAU AHMED

HOW TO MAKE CHICKEN PIE

Nigerian Chicken Pie is a tasty Nigerian snack, filled with minced deboned chicken and vegetables.

The Nigerian Chicken pie is very similar to the Nigerian meat pie. The major difference between these two Nigerian snacks is the meat used in the fillings for meat pie and chicken for chicken pie.

INGREDIENT :
1kg Flour
300g minced chicken
Half teaspoon of salt
2 teaspoon of baking powder
500g Butter
Water
Seasoned cube
4 medium size carrots
4 medium size irish potatoes
2 medium size onions
2 eggs
thyme
curry

METHOD
STEP 1 : Preheat your oven to about 350°F.

STEP 2 : Wash and dice the potatoes, carrots and onions.

STEP 3 : Add seasoned cube, salt, onion, curry and thyme to the minced chicken. Leave it in the fridge for like 30 minutes for it to marinate.

STEP 4: Boil the potatoes and carrot in water for like 5 minutes. Add salt to taste. Pour into a sieve to remove the water and set aside.

STEP 5 : Fry the chicken with vegetable oil, add about 100ml of water and continue to stir fry it for like 10 minutes. You can add a little more water if needed.

STEP 6 : Pour the potatoes and carrots and continue to fry it.
STEP 7 : Add about 50ml water to 4 teaspoon of flour in a cup and stir. Pour the content into the meat and continue stirring for another 2 minutes.

STEP 8 : Pour the flour into a bowl, add baking powder and a little pinch of salt. Mix with your hand properly. Add butter bit by bit and mix with your hand until you finish all the butter. Add about 150ml water and continue mixing with your hand until stiff dough is formed.

STEP 9 : Rub butter on the oven tray. Break the egg in a plate and mix it. Roll out the dough with a roller to about 6mm thickness.

STEP 10 : Use a cutter to make a round cut on the roll out dough. Scoop some of the chicken sauce into the center of the round cuts, Rub the egg on the inside edge of the cut chicken pie dough. Fold it and use your fork to make a design at the edge of each chicken pie.

STEP 11 : Arrange the chicken pie into the oven tray and put it inside the preheated oven to bake for like 30 minutes. A golden yellow chicken pie is achieved.


BY FIRDAUSI MUSA DANTSOHO

How to make super fluffy Pancakes

A pancake is a flat cake, often thin and round, prepared from a batter that may contain flour, eggs, milk and butter and cooked on a hot surface such as a griddle or frying pan, often frying with oil or butter.




INGREDIENT :


2 Cups (300g) of All Purpose flour


3 teaspoons of baking powder


1 glass cup of milk


3 medium size eggs


4 tablespoon of sugar


Half teaspoon of salt


100g of butter


1 cup of water


Vegetable oil



METHOD

STEP 1 : Melt the butter by pouring inside the frying pan and heat it up with a medium heat either with a stove or gas cooker.


STEP 2 : Add the flour, milk, baking powder, sugar, salt, half cup of water and mix properly till all the lumps disappear.



STEP 3 : Mix the eggs, another half cup of water with the melted butter properly till it is smooth. Then pour it inside the already mixed flour and add your flavour. Then mix properly.


STEP 4 : Set aside for 20 minutes to rest if you have time, or start cooking immediately if there is no time.



STEP 5 : Set a frying pan over a medium heat and add a few drops of vegetable oil. When hot, add a table spoon of pancake into the frying pan. Fry for like 1min, but turn each side of the pancake until a golden brown colour is achieved. Do that for the remaining pancakes.

STEP 6 : Your Pancakes are ready you can eat it with hot tea, chocolate syrup or honey enjoy.



BY; FIRDAUSI MUSA DANTSOHO

DAVIDO'S BABYMAMAS SOPHIA AND AMANDA SHADE EACH OTHER

It appears the season of shade throwing amongst celebrities is upon us and currently trending online, is the brewing drama between singer Davido's baby mamas, Sophia Momodu and Amanda. For a while, it appeared there was a peaceful relationship with Davido's first baby mama, Sophia and his US-based second baby mama, Amanda. However, recent events have shown that all may not be well between the two ladies. 

Just recently, Sophie took to her Snapchat to debunk speculations about her undergoing the knife for a plastic surgery. However, Amanda wasn't buying it as she took to her social media page to share a subliminal message about women with work done on their body, denying it. Sophia however, was not having it as she in turn, took to her page to throw shade. She accused women of being their own biggest haters, warning who most people assume was Amanda, not to get on her bad side. 

BY SHAMSIYA BARAU AHMED