FROM WELLNESS HABITS TO WEALTHY WISDOM

Why You Need Health Insurance Like Yesterday Let’s not lie: One unexpected illness can humble even the strongest savings account.  And yet, many people still treat  health insurance like an optional thing, something you only think about when you’re older or already sick. But here’s the truth: One accident, one infection, or one bad diagnosis is all it takes  to bring you down financially. If you’ve ever thought, “Do I really need health insurance?” this post is your wake-up call. Let me take you back a bit. My neighbor  Jack was young, healthy, and full of vibes. Whenever health insurance came up, he’d say things like: “Why pay every month when I don’t even get sick?" Then came the day he tripped while jogging, hit his head, and needed emergency care. Hospital bill? \$2,800. Jake’s account? Not ready. His family? Panicking. His lesson? Expensive, but unforgettable. Guess what would’ve saved him? A simple, affordable health insurance plan. Let’s Break It Down: What Is...

Why You’re Still Broke And How to Fix It Let’s be honest. You work hard. You’re not lazy. But somehow… your bank account always looks like it's on life support. One minute, your salary enters.  The next minute, woosh!, everything vanishes like it’s in a magic show. And you're wondering: “Why am I always broke???” The answer may not be spiritual.  It might just be your habits. Let’s break down why your wallet is always crying and how you can finally stop living from debit alert to debit alert. Get the full Ebook here 1. You Spend First and Plan Later (or Never) You get paid, and suddenly, you feel rich. You treat yourself.  You flex.  You "deserve it." But by the time you remember rent, food, data, and your sibling’s school fees, your account is already breathing heavily. Fix it: The money is not the problem.  The plan is. Create a monthly budget, even if you hate the word “budget.” Tell your money where to go instead of wondering where it went. 2. You Think Smal...

  10 Everyday Habits That Are Secretly Draining Your Mental Health Let me guess… You feel tired all the time. You’re snapping at people over little things. You don’t even remember the last time you truly felt peaceful. But when someone asks how you’re doing, you smile and say:  “I’m fine. Just tired.” Ah., The international lie of the century. Truth is, you’re not lazy.  You’re not dramatic. You’re just mentally exhausted. And the scary part is, you might not even know what’s draining you. Let’s break it down. Here are 10 sneaky habits you probably do every day that are quietly messing with your mental health and what to do instead. 1. Checking Your Phone Before You Even Pee in the Morning Be honest. You haven’t even opened your eyes properly, but you’ve already scrolled through 3 WhatsApp chats, checked Instagram, and read one depressing headline. The damage? You’re feeding your brain chaos before it’s even fully awake. No wonder you feel anxious by 9 AM. Try this instea...

10 Nutrition Myths That Are Secretly Ruining Your Health. Let me guess. You stopped eating rice because someone on Instagram said it gives you belly fat. You bought one “detox” tea and spent the next 24 hours in the toilet, wondering if your ancestors were punishing you. You’ve been trying to eat healthy, but everywhere you turn, someone’s shouting: “Carbs are the devil!” “Fat is the enemy!” “Don’t eat after 7 PM or you’ll explode! Chill. 😅 Let’s fix that today. Because some of these so-called “healthy” rules you’re following are actually making things worse. Let’s bust 10 popular nutrition myths that are secretly messing with your health (and sanity). 1. “Carbs Will Make You Fat” When I told my aunty I was eating yam, she looked at me like I was drinking poison. The truth? Carbs are your body's main source of energy. It’s not the carbs making you gain weight.  It’s the excess calories, fried everything, and no portion control. Rice is not the enemy. The mountain of rice with 5 sp...

“Why am I gaining weight without eating?” “Why is my period always doing hide and seek?”  “Why is my chin growing a full-blown beard?”  “Why do I cry over ice cream and then yell over toothpaste?” If you’ve ever asked these questions, congrats sis… Your hormones are probably misbehaving  and PCOS might be behind it. Let Me Tell You a True-Life Story Once upon a time, in the mighty city of Port Harcourt, there was a lady named Ada.  Ada was your typical 25-year-old: smart, beautiful, funny, and in love with shawarma. But one day, Ada noticed her body was acting somehow: Her period vanished for 3 months (and she wasn't pregnant). Her skin turned into a teenage war zone. Her jeans suddenly stopped fitting, even though she hadn’t changed her diet. She was growing more facial hair than her boyfriend. And worst of all, her mood was wilder than Big Brother eviction night. Ada Googled her symptoms and screamed: POLYCYSTIC OVARY SYNDROME?! “What is that?! And why does it soun...

So, last year, I was feeling on top of the world. I was working hard, sleeping less, skipping meals, adding “just small salt” to my food like it owed me money , living the typical hustle life. No headaches.  No dizziness.  I felt fine.  Until my body said, “Oga, you dey play?” The Wake-Up Call I went to the clinic to support a friend. He was getting his blood pressure checked, and I just joined for vibes. Nurse: “madam,  do you want to check yours too?” Me: “Sure, why not? I’m as strong as an ox.” Nurse checks. Pauses. Looks at me. She says, “Your blood pressure is high.” I laughed,  It's not. I thought it was stress.  Or maybe I hadn’t eaten.  We checked again. Still high. That was the day I met Hypertension  the silent killer that almost caught me off guard. Let Me Break It Down for You…, what exactly is Hypertension  Hypertension ( High Blood Pressure) happens when the force of your blood pushing against your blood vessels is too high for ...

If Sickle Cell Affected the Majority, Would We Have a Cure by Now? Let me take you into a living room in Lagos.   Picture this scenario ; A 10-year-old child is curled up like a comma on a threadbare couch. His eyes are swollen from crying.  He hasn’t walked in two days. Every breath he takes sounds like a small war is going on inside his chest. He looks up at his mother and says in a voice that's barely more than a whisper, “Mama, why is my blood fighting me?” Boom. Right there. That line alone should make you stop scrolling. Because that’s what a sickle cell crisis feels like.  Your blood turning against you.  Your very life source becoming a battlefield.  And if that doesn’t make you want to understand more about sickle cell disease, maybe you’ve never met someone who lives with it.  But don’t worry, you’re about to. Meet Tega. He’s Not Your Regular Guy. Tega is 27. He loves plantain (the overripe ones, fried until golden, don’t judge him).  He...

Hey You. Yeah, You With the Salt Shaker. Your Heart’s Trying to Tell You Something. Let’s set the scene. You’re halfway through a greasy, glorious double cheeseburger at 11:43 PM. You’re on the couch, watching reruns of that show you pretend not to like, and suddenly, BAM. Tightness in your chest. You pause. You think: “Probably indigestion. Definitely not a heart attack. I’m too young. I’ve got stuff to do. I just bought almond milk.” But here’s the truth ; your heart doesn’t care that you still get carded at bars.  It doesn’t care that you do yoga twice a year. And if you’re not listening, it might just file a resignation letter, sudden and dramatic. So pull up a chair. Let’s talk about the two big heart things people get mixed up more often than socks after laundry day: Heart Attack vs. Heart Failure They’re not the same, and if your heart could talk, it’d say, “Please, for the love of arteries, get this right.” Heart Attack: The Cardiovascular Ambush Imagine you’re throwing a p...

Let’s get real for a second:  menstrual cramps are the unwanted party guests that show up every month, stick around for way too long, and have zero chill.  You can try ignoring them, but they’re like that one friend who never stops texting, always needing attention.  If you’ve ever curled up in a ball, cursing the universe, questioning all your life choices, you know exactly what I mean. But here’s the good news;   It doesn’t have to be this way.  Let’s talk about why cramps happen, what you can do to keep them from turning your uterus into a battlefield, and, of course, what to eat to put an end to the madness (well, at least the food part of it). The Why Behind the Cramps Let’s start with the science-y stuff. Menstrual cramps (also known as dysmenorrhea, but who wants to say that?) are essentially your body’s way of saying, “Hey, I’m shedding the lining of your uterus, and this is going to be a bit of a party.”  The muscles in the uterus contract to ...

Imagine this scenario; You wake up in the morning, your alarm blares, and you drag yourself out of bed. You’re already thinking about the to-do list that’s never-ending. Coffee? Yes, definitely.  But wait, what’s that thing that your mom always told you, something about drinking water before the caffeine kicks in? "Oh, it’s too early for that," you think. But hold on, what if that glass of water could change your day in ways you haven’t even considered?

Imagine waking up one morning, feeling drained, sluggish, and not quite ready to face the day.  This is how many people start their mornings, especially those who lead a sedentary lifestyle.  But then, picture this you decide to take just 20 minutes of your day to go for a brisk walk, do some stretching, or even get into a full workout. By the end, you feel energized, clearer-headed, and ready to conquer whatever comes your way. What Is Exercise? At its core, exercise is simply physical activity that improves or maintains your health.  It's about moving your body in ways that engage muscles, increase your heart rate, and promote overall well-being.  Exercise can come in many forms , from running, cycling, and swimming to yoga, pilates, and weightlifting.  Whether you're breaking a sweat at the gym or practicing deep breathing exercises at home, all forms of exercise can be beneficial. But here's the shocking part;  A study by the World Health Organization (...