SCIENCE 1. Loss of Lean Muscle Mass One narrative review of human trials found that with prolonged water-only fasting (5–20 days), about two-thirds of the weight lost was lean mass, and only one-third was fat. This suggests a significant risk of muscle breakdown. PubMed+1For people doing fasting for health or weight loss, loss of lean … Continue reading “Advantages & Disadvantages & Risks of Fasting According to Science”
By abijohn.com 🔹 Summary at a Glance Advantages:Fasting can improve insulin sensitivity, promote weight loss, support cellular repair (autophagy), reduce inflammation, and may benefit brain and heart health. Disadvantages:Fasting can cause fatigue, nutrient deficiencies, eating disorders, hormonal imbalance, heart strain, and can be dangerous for certain populations like diabetics, pregnant women, and those with chronic … Continue reading “🩺 Fasting: The Promise and the Peril”
No, you cannot make your body burn fat in specific areas — such as the belly, thighs, or “man boobs.”This myth is known as spot reduction, and it has been debunked repeatedly by scientific studies. 🔬 The Science Behind It 1. How Fat Loss Actually Works When you exercise or eat fewer calories, your body … Continue reading “Finally – How to Burn Fat in my Tummy and Breasts For Men & Women !”
By Joseph Erunke Abuja—THE New chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Prof. Joash Amupitan, SAN, has vowed to dismantle the culture of excessive pre-election litigations that has long plagued Nigeria’s democracy. Speaking at the 56th Annual National Conference of the Nigerian Association of Law Teachers, NALT, at the University of Abuja, yesterday, Amupitan … Continue reading “Era of endless court battles over, says INEC chairman, Amupitan”
•Propylene plant increases to 2.4m metric tonnes•To be listed on NGX in 2026 By Udeme Akpan, Sebastine Obasi & Juliet Umeh Africa’s foremost industrialist, Aliko Dangote, weekend, announced plans to expand the capacity of Dangote Refinery from 650,000 barrels per day to 1.4 million barrels per day, making it the largest refinery in the world … Continue reading “Dangote expands refinery capacity to 1.4m barrels per day”
By Ochuko Akuopha ASABA — The Obi of Ogwashi-Uku Kingdom, Delta State, HRM Ifechukwude Aninshi Okonjo II, has reaffirmed his commitment to the rule of law and due process in the administration of his domain. Addressing newsmen at his palace at the weekend, the monarch said his focus as traditional ruler remained peace, stability, and … Continue reading “I’m committed to rule of law, due process — Ogwashi-Uku monarch”
By Ogalah Ibrahim The Federal Government, in partnership with Katsina State government, is set to convert about 123,000 hectares of grazing reserves in the state into modern ranches and livestock support facilities, as part of a new initiative to modernise animal production and expand halal meat exports. The Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Mukhtar Maiha, … Continue reading “FG, Katsina to convert 123,000 hectares into modern ranches”
By Luminous Jannamike & Gift Odekina ABUJA—Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, was in confusion mode yesterday as it suspended screening of aspirants for its 2025 Elective National Convention, which was earlier scheduled to hold today, citing unforeseen circumstances. This came on a day former Jigawa State governor and ex-Minister of Foreign Affairs, Alhaji Sule Lamido, expressed … Continue reading “PDP convention threatened as party halts aspirants’ screening”
By Dayo Johnson, Chioma Obinna & Rotimi Ojomoyela IBADAN — THE United Nations Children’s Fund, UNICEF, yesterday, urged Nigerian journalists to prioritise ethical reporting when covering issues affecting children, ensuring that their coverage protects the rights, dignity, and safety of minors. Making the call on Monday in Ibadan, Oyo State, during a two-day media training … Continue reading “UNICEF to journalists: Ethical reporting key to child protection”
LAGOS — Tension, tears and disbelief swept through residents of Oworonshoki, Lagos, following a midnight demolition by officials of the Lagos State government, which reduced dozens of homes to rubble and left scores of families stranded under the open sky. Angered by the demolition, the youths of the community had scheduled a peaceful protest for … Continue reading “Demolition: Displaced Oworoshoki residents recount losses”