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Day: May 5, 2020

Natural Remedies: Apples, Tea Can Protect You Against Cancer

Natural Remedies: Apples, Tea Can Protect You Against Cancer

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By Elite Reporter Consuming flavonoid-rich items such as apples and tea protects against cancer and heart disease, particularly for smokers and heavy drinkers, according to a new study. Researchers from ECU's School of Medical and Health Sciences analysed data from the Diet, Cancer and Health cohort that assessed the diets of 53,048  people over 23 years. They found that people who habitually consumed moderate to high amounts of foods rich in flavonoids, compounds found in plant-based foods and drinks, were less likely to die from cancer or heart disease. No quick fix for poor habits The researchers noted that while the study found a lower risk of death in those who ate flavonoid-rich foods, the protective effect appeared to be strongest for those at high risk of c...
Wake Up: How To Know You’re Settling for Less In Your  Love Life

Wake Up: How To Know You’re Settling for Less In Your Love Life

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By Elite Reporter Being in a relationship can have its fair share of ups and downs, as not every single moment with your partner is going to be amazing. But how do you know if you're settling for less in your relationship? Since all relationships can have their challenges, it's important to be able to recognize the five key signs that you're settling for less than you deserve. You're With This Person for the Wrong Reasons When you find yourself settling for less, you're likely with your partner for the wrong reasons. For instance, if you're in a relationship with this person because you're afraid of being alone, you're feeling peer pressure from those around you, or because you feel obligated to stay because you've been together for a prolonged period of time, you're clearly ...
Gov’t Introduces Terego District To Weaken People Power’s Wadri In Arua

Gov’t Introduces Terego District To Weaken People Power’s Wadri In Arua

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By Elite Reporter The government of Uganda has finalized plans to create a new district known as Terego District, which will be curved out of the original Arua district. The development was announced on Monday by the Parliament of Uganda, which tweeted thus; “The House has adopted a motion for creation of the new district of Terego District from Arua. The motion was moved by Hon Raphael Magezi, the Minister for Local Government. 236 MPs voted for, 2 against and 5 abstained. #PlenaryUg.” Minister Rapahel Magyezi tabled the proposal for the new Terego District before Parliament However, the move has since been interpreted  by many opposition politicians as a ploy by government to weaken the People Power stronghold in Arua Municipality, which is currently headed by Hon. Kass...