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Benefits of eating cucumber

Cucumber is a universal vegetable: it suits perfectly for a salad, a fresh, an energizing drink, and even a face mask. It is low in calories and packed with vitamins. Health benefits of cucumber have been confirmed by dieting specialists and cosmetologists. Nutritional Value of Cucumber:- 100 g of fresh cucumbers contain: 95 g of water; 1g of fiber; little bit of proteins, carbs, and fats; vitamins of group B, C, E, PP; high level of potassium and iodine; minerals – ferrum, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, chlorine, aluminium. Benefits of Cucumber to the Body:- It compensates the lack of water. If you do not drink enough liquid, eat fresh cucumber – that’s 90% of water. It deals with heartburn. Moreover, it can handle other kinds of heat, for example, relieve the discomfort of sunburn. It removes toxins. High amount of water works like a broom that removes waste from the body. The regular use can even dissolve kidney stones. It contains skin-friendly minerals. Cucumb...

Here Are The Winners Of The 2019 Academy Awards (Oscars)

The Academy Awards have come and gone and this particular year's edition was special in a lot of ways.  Check out the full winners list below: Documentary (Feature) — Jimmy Chin and Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi, Free Solo Actress in a Supporting Role — Regina King, If Beale Street Could Talk Makeup and Hairstyling — Greg Cannom, Kate Biscoe, and Patricia Dehaney, Vice Costume Design — Ruth E. Carter, Black Panther Production Design — Hannah Beachler and Jay Hart, Black Panther Cinematography — Alfonso Cuarón, Roma Sound Editing — John Warhurst, Bohemian Rhapsody Sound Mixing — Paul Massey, Tim Cavagin, and John Casali, Bohemian Rhapsody Foreign Language Film — Alfonso Cuarón, Roma Film Editing — John Ottman, Bohemian Rhapsody Actor in a Supporting Role — Mahershala Ali, Green Book Animated Feature Film — Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, Bob ...

Friends With Benefits Rules To Remember

Well, here are a few things you need to get into your head before getting into each other. 1. Don’t fall in love. This is the biggest rule and the easiest one to remember. Don’t fall in love. But then again, this is also the hardest one to follow. 2. Have emotional maturity. Understand what kind of a relationship you’re getting into right from the start. There isn’t supposed to be a happy ending. Be satisfied with a satisfying ending. 3. Set ground rules. How often should both of you call each other and how often should you meet? These rules aren’t set in stone, but both of you must make a conscious effort to follow it. 4. Don’t get clingy for attention. Your friend with benefits isn’t your lover. Don’t constantly call them or try to make a conversation when you have nothing better to do. 5. Keep it a secret. Don’t talk to your friends about it. Gossip has a funny way of spreading within minutes after you tell a friend about it. You’ll end up pissing your friend with b...

10 First Impressions That Women Look For In Men

No matter what people say, you cannot emphasise enough on how important first impressions are. First impressions will determine whether the person you are meeting will like you or not. Men tend to admire while women will inspect. That is to say, women will scrutinize every single thing in men when it comes to the first impression. Just good looks and a shaped body won’t make a good impression. Here are 10 other things that are also needed. 10. Posture Most people don’t know this, but posture is a very important part of yourself. Having a strong posture exudes confidence. And we all know, that ladies love confidence. Posture defines how you carry yourself and be around others. It should be confident but not arrogant. It should showcase that you are strong yet gentle. Meet a lady with slouched back, and they won’t give you a second glance. 9. Looks Well, this may seem a bit shallow but looks matter just as much as anything else. Now the thing about looks is that it can vary fr...

Winners in key categories at 2019 Grammy Awards

Here is a list of winners in the major categories for the Grammy Awards , which were handed out on Sunday in Los Angeles . Country star Kacey Musgraves won the top prize of the night, Album of the Year , for her “ Golden Hour . ” Album of the Year : Kacey Musgraves , “ Golden Hour ” Record of the Year ( best overall song performance ) : Childish Gambino , “ This Is America ” Song of the Year ( recognizing songwriting ) : Donald Glover ( Childish Gambino ) and Ludwig Goransson , “ This Is America ” Best new Artist : Dua Lipa Best Music Video: Childish Gambino , “ This Is America ” Best Rap Album: Cardi B , “ Invasion Of Privacy” Best Rock Album: Greta Van Fleet , “ From the Fires” Best Pop Vocal Album: Ariana Grande , “ Sweetener ” Best Pop Duo / Group Performance : Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper , “ Shallow ” Best Urban Contemporary Album: The Carters , “ Everything Is Love ” Best R &B Album: H .E . R . , “ H. E .R .” Best Alternative Music Album: Beck , “...

World Cancer Day 2019:- Common warning signs and symptoms of cancer

You Should Not Ignore These 7 Tell-Tale Signs Of Cancer. Here are a few common signs and symptoms of cancer that every person needs to look out for: Weight loss - According to the American Cancer Society (ACS), many people unexpectedly slim down prior to their diagnosis, although weight loss can be caused by certain health conditions such as hyperthyroidism and diabetes. Blood loss - Certain cancers such as colon cancer can cause unusual rectal bleeding (or blood in the stool). Similarly, blood in the urine may be a symptom of prostate or bladder cancer. Loss of appetite - Appetite loss even when you do not have any signs of other illness could be a sign of cancer. Changes in digestion - Persistent indigestion or difficulty swallowing, or pain after eating can be a symptom of certain cancers. For instance, a person with stomach cancer may experience nausea, vomiting, indigestion, bloating, etc. Read - World Cancer Day: You can do these 5 things to prevent or reduce your cance...

Top 10 Skills You Need To Learn Before The End Of The Year

This is a new year and like play, we are almost in the middle of the first month. If you still think that there is time, you must be kidding. If you have not made plans on what you need to achieve this new year, this article is going to help a lot, it is going to act as a guide. In this article, I’m going to be discussing about top 10 skills you need to learn this year and believe me, these skills are lucrative and in high demand. Once you grasp them, I doubt if money will ever be your issues. Without much ado, let’s delve in. TOP 10 SKILLS YOU NEED TO LEARN THIS YEAR 1. PROGRAMMING About a year ago, I wrote a post on how to how to become a programmer here in Nigeria and judging by the traffic and impressions, it was a great article. There are many programming languages out there, and I usually recommend starting from the simplest to the advance. Start from java, JavaScript, C++, Python and then climb higher. Once you master this skill, you will be able to develop websites, themes...

Forbes Releases List of Top 21 Richest Men in Africa For 2019

He, however, lost almost $2bn compared to his last year’s worth. The list was released on Wednesday. Dangote’s estimated $10.3 billion net worth is nearly $2 billion less than a year ago. Another Nigerian, Folorunsho Alakija was one of the billionaires, who suffered a drop in their net worth between last year and this year, as she held No 19 on the 20-man list. The rating magazine reports that Alakija’s net worth dropped due to a decline in the value of one of Nigeria’s most productive oil fields. Mike Adenuga, the owner of Globacom, emerged Africa’s 5th richest man. He is worth an estimated $9.2 billion. Others are Nigeria’s cement mogul Abdulsamad Rabiu, who runs and owns the BUA Group, standing at number 16 on the list for the first time since 2015. See Full List Below:- 1. Aliko Dangote $10.3 B; Age – 61; Source of Wealth: cement, sugar, flour 2. Mike Adenuga $9.2 B; Age – 65. telecom, oil 3. Nicky Oppenheimer $7.3 B; Age – 73. diamonds 4. Nassef Sawiris $6.3 B; Age – 57....

The Best Age To Get Married Based On Your Zodiac Sign

The Best Age To Get Married Based On Your Zodiac Sign First, let me say this: If you haven't met the right partner for you, it really doesn't matter how old you are. You shouldn't do it. You shouldn't jump into the relationship full-steam ahead hoping it will feel right later. Save yourself that heartbreak. Now, that being said, when you have found that person you want to spend the rest of your life with, you should know the zodiac signs have something in store for you. That's right: Our signs tell us so much about ourselves that they can even help us understand when the best time to wed would be. 1. Aries (March 20—April 19) Aries is all about chasing after the moment. Those with this sign are an enthusiastic, strong-willed bunch who really can't be stopped. This means they can find themselves irritated with waiting, so they rush themselves into things they maybe shouldn't. This can lead to destructive restlessness for the Ram. Aries are likely to ...

12 things a girl does when she likes you already.

 12 things a girl does when she likes you already It’s not always easy to know if a girl likes you. Just when you assume a girl is interested in you, you may find out that she’s only being friendly or nice. But by putting a few obvious signs together, you’ll see that it’s not so hard to decipher a girl’s feelings towards you. #1 You catch her staring at you often: Does she steal glances at you now and then? And every time you look at her, does she blush and look away? If a girl can’t stop staring at you, especially when you’re busy or occupied with something else, it’s a good sign to show that she has something romantic in mind when it comes to your thoughts. #2 You bump into her often And somehow, she doesn’t seem surprised to see you: If you don’t know this girl or haven’t been introduced to her, and you still see her out of the blue in places where you like hanging out, she may want to catch your eye. #3 Her friends seem excited. She seems nervous:  One of the e...