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… Written by Dr. Laurene Boateng (PhD, RD) Dr. Laurene Boateng is a Registered Dietitian and Senior Lecturer in the Department of Dietetics, University of Ghana. …
When market traders want to lose weight: What are they doing and who are they listening to?Joy Online
… Written by Dr. Laurene Boateng (PhD, RD)Dr. Laurene Boateng is a Registered Dietitian and Senior Lecturer in the Department of Dietetics, University of Ghana. …
Were you breastfed as an infant?Joy Online
… Written by Dr. Laurene Boateng (PhD, RD)Dr. Laurene Boateng is a Registered Dietitian and Senior Lecturer in the Department of Dietetics, University of Ghana. …
World Brain Day 2026: Protecting your brain starts long before old ageJoy Online
… Written by Dr. Laurene Boateng (PhD, RD)Dr. Laurene Boateng is a Registered Dietitian and Senior Lecturer in the Department of Dietetics, University of Ghana. …
World Self-Care Month 2026: Self-Care complements healthcareJoy Online
… Written by Dr. Laurene Boateng (PhD, RD)Dr. Laurene Boateng is a Registered Dietitian and Senior Lecturer in the Department of Dietetics, University of Ghana. …
Tiger Nuts and Male Sexual Health: What does the science really say?Joy Online
… Written by Dr. Laurene Boateng (PhD, RD)Dr. Laurene Boateng is a Registered Dietitian and Senior Lecturer in the Department of Dietetics, University of Ghana. …
The 3 things every World Cup fan should remember: Breathe, Hydrate, and Choose Healthy SnacksJoy Online
… Written by Dr. Laurene Boateng (PhD, RD)Dr. Laurene Boateng is a Registered Dietitian and Senior Lecturer in the Department of Dietetics, University of Ghana. …
Oranges, Tangerines, and Lemons: Small fruits with big benefits for menJoy Online
… Written by Dr. Laurene Boateng (PhD, RD)Dr. Laurene Boateng is a Registered Dietitian and Senior Lecturer in the Department of Dietetics, University of Ghana. …
Salt off the Table: Why this Rule could Save LivesJoy Online
… Written by Dr. Laurene Boateng (PhD, RD)Dr. Laurene Boateng is a Registered Dietitian and Senior Lecturer in the Department of Dietetics, University of Ghana. …
Ageing and Longevity: Lessons from a 109-year-oldJoy Online
… Dr. Laurene Boateng is a Registered Dietitian and Senior Lecturer in the Department of Dietetics, University of Ghana. …
“This Advert Is FDA-Approved” – Unpacking the FDA tagline: What consumers need to knowA research project involving 150 vendors in Dansoman, Accra found that about four in ten were overweight and approximately one in three were living with obesity. The study examined vendors' weight-management practices, how they perceived their own weight, and where they obtained information from.
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A research project involving 150 vendors in Dansoman, Accra found that about four in ten were overweight and approximately one in three were living with obesity. The study examined vendors' weight-management practices, how they perceived their own weight, and where they obtained information from.
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As Ghana marks World Breastfeeding Week (1–7 August), researchers are investigating how nutrition in a baby's first months may influence health throughout life. Breast milk provides essential energy, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, antibodies, and other biologically active substances that support infant development and protect against infections.
6 August 2026 · Joy Online →
World Brain Day, observed annually on July 22nd, promotes awareness of neurological health. The 2026 theme "Brain Health: Access for All" aligns with the Lancet Standing Commission's finding that up to 45% of dementia cases worldwide could potentially be delayed or prevented by addressing fourteen modifiable risk factors across the life course.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
World Self-Care Month, observed annually from 24 June to 24 July, highlights how self-care—defined by the WHO as the ability of individuals, families and communities to promote health, prevent disease, and manage illness—complements professional healthcare by empowering people to make informed everyday decisions about their health and wellbeing.
20 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Tiger nuts, traditional African tubers marketed as natural aphrodisiacs for male sexual health, contain nutrients like zinc, magnesium, and vitamin E that support circulation and hormone production. However, most evidence for their sexual benefits comes from animal studies rather than human research.
25 June 2026 · Joy Online →
During the FIFA World Cup, fans experience an emotional and physical workout that can lead to stress and unhealthy habits; the article advises fans to maintain three simple health practices: proper breathing, adequate water intake, and healthy snacking.
21 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Coinciding with Men's Health Month in June and citrus season in Ghana, oranges, tangerines, and lemons provide nutrients and plant compounds that may contribute to long-term health, addressing challenges men face including cardiovascular complications and premature mortality.
4 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly has banned the open display of salt on dining tables in eateries, citing a study of 156 food service establishments in which 62% openly displayed salt—a practice believed to encourage excessive salt consumption. The WHO recommends adults consume no more than 5 grams of salt daily, though many people consume roughly double that amount.
25 May 2026 · Joy Online →
A blog examines nutrition and lifestyle principles of a 109-year-old woman, Madam Comfort Agyeiwaa, from Ghana's Eastern Region, reflecting on how traditional practices including diet, physical activity, social relationships, and purposeful living align with modern scientific understanding of healthy ageing.
24 May 2026 · Joy Online →
The FDA regulates foods, medicines, cosmetics, and medical devices at two stages: product registration to ensure safety, quality, and efficacy, and advertising review to confirm claims are accurate and not misleading. When an advertisement carries the tagline "This advert is FDA-approved," it indicates both that the advertisement itself has received formal FDA clearance and that the product being advertised has undergone FDA evaluation.
1 May 2026 · Joy Online →