Week 14 games of the EPL

Prior to the week 14 games, several top managers were in the news for one reason or the other. Pellegrini had to deal with the rumour of Pep agreeing to join City, putting a dark cloud over his position at the club. LVG was not happy with his players after playing a goalless draw with PSV mid-week, also considering the displeasure from the fans concerning his style of football. Would Sanchez be rested for the
clash against Norwich by Wenger, while Mourinho hit back at Drogba.
Man City returned to winning ways when they took on Southampton.
City lost their last two games in all competition and needed to make a
statement, which they did emphatically against Southampton. Goals from De Bryne, Delph and Kolarov sent them back to the top of the League.
Leicester City vs Man Utd was the biggest clash of the the weekend,
because it is the top of the table clash and the prolific Vardy was
gunning for a record. Vardy lived up to expectation, by converting his
chance to eclipse the long standing Van Nistelrooy record of scoring
10 consecutive goals in 10 matches. Vardy made it 11 against Van's
former club. The game didn't record many goals like the previous season. It ended a goal apiece.
Tottenham vs Chelsea was another interesting tie we were looking
forward to, but it ended in a barren draw.
Norwich held Arsenal to a 1-1 draw with Arsenal losing 3 players to injuries. Sanchez was one of the injured, while Wenger has been receiving some backlashes from his fans for not giving him a deserved rest.
The resurgent Liverpool did the needful against Swansea City, scoring a single goal and recording another maximum points to keep their ambition alive.
Man City 3-1 Southampton
Leicester 1-1 Man Utd
Tottenham 0-0 Chelsea
Norwich 1-1 Arsenal
Liverpool 1-0 Swansea
Southampton are our biggest loser of last season top 7, while Man City
returned to the top and they are also our biggest winner with  2 goal
difference.

Natural hair: Natural remedies for hair growth (part 3)

We all want to have a gorgeous healthy hair that can define our style and image, caring for your hair both inside and outside with oils will keep your hair in peak condition. The role of oils for healthy hair is important. We have essential and base/carrier oils for healthy hair. Using essential oils can work wonders on your hair and scalp.
Essential oils are very useful in homemade hair care products and many of them are good. They can be used to cleanse the scalp, control irritation and dandruff, stimulate hair follicles, improve blood circulation to the scalp, strengthen hair, antibacterial and antifungal properties and even promote hair growth. They are called essential oils because they carry distinct scent/essence of the plant from which the oil is extracted. They are used sparingly because they are highly concentrated, hence, they are diluted with carrier/base oils.
Here are the list of essential oils and their benefits to hair:
1. Peppermint oil- it is important for hair as it helps the hair to receive proper nourishment which in turn will lead to hair growth. It also helps to stimulate blood flow to the root of the hair.
2. Lavender oil- it is good for all hair types. It is good for dandruff and itching, controlling hair breakage and improving hair growth. Most widely known to treat alopecia. Daily massage with lavender oil help significant regrowth and gives you significant results in few months.
3. Tea tree oil- a great moisturizer for the hair. It helps to keep the scalp free of bacterial and fungal problems.
4. Chamomile oil- most soothing of the essential oils for hair. It helps to treat itching scaly scalp and dandruff.
5. Lemon oil- it is especially beneficial for oily hair. It is not recommended for dry hair.
6. Myrrh oil- it is very good for dry hair. It is used for treating dry scalp, dandruff problems and under-active sebaceous gland.
7. Rosemary oil- it stimulates hair follicles, as a result, hair can grow longer and stronger. It is also useful for dandruff and itchy scalp.
Take a look at the list of carrier oils and benefits to hair:
1. Castor oil- it is a vegetable oil obtain from the castor bean. It helps to retain hair moisture, seal moisture, softens and visibly thicken hair, nourishes and prevent scalp from drying.
2. Jojoba oil- it is great for all hair types and has an ability to inhibit excess activity of the sebaceous glands making it the perfect choice for people with oily scalps that still need conditioning. Also used to moisturize hair properly. It is the suggested carrier oil best for hair loss.
3. Avocado oil- it is extracted from avocado. Full of vitamin that your hair needs like vitamin A, C, D and potassium. Mix with other hair carrier oils for deep conditioning.
4. Olive oil- extra virgin olive oil is the best and does not contain chemicals. Green color extra virgin olive oil is of higher quality than the golden yellow oil, though, it is scarce. It strengthens and smooth hair cuticles, helps in preventing hair loss.
5. Vitamin E oil- it rejuvenates and offers protection for the scalp. It aids proper blood circulation which leads to thriving hair follicles which leads to hair growth.
6. Coconut oil- it is one of the best natural nutrition for hair. It is an excellent conditioner and helps in the regrowth of damaged hair. It also provides essential proteins required for nourishing damaged hair, softens the hair and conditions the scalp.
Some people are allergic to essential oils and when pregnant, some essential oils are not recommended. It’s all about nature.

Golden melon: Fruit for all

Golden melon or honeydew as it is popularly called, is among the best choice of fruits for those who have chosen the path of living healthy through maximizing the nutrients therein.
Nutrients present in golden melon and their amount includes; calcium-10.6mg, iron-0.3mg, magnesium-17.7mg, phosphorus-19.5mg, potassium-404mg, sodium-31.9mg, selenium-1.2mg, vitamin A-88.5iu, vitamin B6-0.2mg, vitamin B1-0.1mg, vitamin B5-0.3mg, vitamin C-11.1mg, choline-13.5mg, vitamin K-5.1mg, folate-33.6mg, water-159g.
Relevance of golden melon to the overall nutrition and wellbeing of everyone includes;
1. It presents an opportunity to people who have been diagnosed of diabetes or high blood sugar while still enjoying a fairly sweet taste of the fruit.
2. It contains a light green pigment called zeaxanthin, powerful antioxidant that have been found to be helpful to protect vision.
The vitamin A present in it also beneficial for vision, maintain the health of the skin and boost up the function of the immune system.
3. It is a rich source of vitamin C, an antioxidant which helps to boost levels of collagen, protein that gives skin its youth and firmness.
4. It plays an important role in controlling blood pressure and acts as a host of other critical body function since it is an excellent source of potassium.
5. It is also a good solution for growing babies because of it abundance of vitamins and minerals. It assists in preventing diseases.
6. It is good for pregnant women as it contain nutrients, antioxidants, fiber and folates which promotes rapid division of your latent cells.
7. It is good for those that wants to lose some pounds of fat because it is a low calorie food with high fiber.
Golden melon is a fruit for all. Look around when driving or walking around any market, you might be lucky to see the golden melon fruit, do not forget to buy one for me, I will sincerely appreciate it and pray for you. Thanks

Natural hair: Natural remedies for hair growth (part 2)

There are no shortcut to growing luscious, long hair. Your general health and wellbeing affect your rate of hair growth. You can encourage your hair growth by maintaining healthy hair through a good diet and proper hair care.
For healthy hair, eat healthy diet, abolish junk and processed foods, aerated drinks, smoking and drinking, it will do your body and scalp good. Healthy diets for healthy hair includes: diet rich in protein, vital vitamins and minerals, food high in iron, zinc, copper, selenium and magnesium, and also food rich in omega 3 fatty acids. Below are some lists of food you can eat for healthy long hair.
1. Protein rich foods- soybeans, eggs, chicken and kidney beans are the richest source of protein of hair. It is essential to take protein rich foods to maintain hair growth since our hair consist of a protein called ‘keratin’.
2. Foods that contain vitamin A- carrots, mango and pawpaw are fruits rich in vitamin A. they promote hair growth when taken in the right quantities, too much of it can cause hair loss.
3. Vitamin B rich foods- oatmeal, beans, chicken, potato and banana are rich in vitamin B. vitamin B is responsible for the production of haemoglobin in the blood, which improves blood circulation ultimately leading to a strong, healthy hair.
4. Vitamin C rich foods- mostly citrus fruits like orange, grape, lemon, guava etc. They help in collagen production thereby promoting hair growth.
5. Foods rich with vitamin E- cereals, soybean oil, and sunflower oil contain good amount of vitamin E. The scalp capillary function is stimulated by the intake of vitamin E in your diet. It plays a vital role in improving blood circulation to the scalp.
6. Foods rich in omega 3 fatty acid- tuna, salmon and sardines are rich source of omega 3 fatty acids. Omega 3 is one of the essential fatty acids our hair needs to be healthy. Walnuts, almond nuts, flaxseed, canola oil, shrimps, lobster and crab are also sources of omega 3. It promotes the production action of hormones that affect the health, tone, sheen and integrity of your hair. Also the source of the body’s natural lubricant for the scalp and big contributor to the sebaceous gland responsible for feeding hair follicles.
7. Food rich in minerals like iron (green vegetables), zinc, selenium, magnesium and copper are also good for your hair health or better still, get a supplement that contain all these minerals.
Alternative to diet is herbal supplements. They are as follows:
1. Aloe- it is excellent in the promotion of hair growth. It helps by stimulating blood circulation along the scalp. Adding pure aloe vera gel to the scalp on a regular basis will help. Mixing with coconut milk is a great hair growth remedy.
2. Ginkgo biloba- it increases blood flow to the brain and also correct deficiency that is present in the hair.
3. Ginseng- it is a popular Chinese herb that helps to stimulate hair growth. It is also known as hair tonic.
4. Evening Primrose Oil- it also stimulate hair growth.
Others includes biotin, folic acid, green tea etc. you can always get all these supplements from the nearest pharmacy store close to you.
Better looking hair can start at your next meal. Just like every other part of your body, the cells and processes that support strong, vibrant and healthy hair depend on a balanced diet. Take balanced diet and get the desire supplements your hair needs to grow healthy.

NATURAL HAIR: HOME REMEDIES FOR HAIR GROWTH [PART 1]

Going the natural way! We love our hair. Hair health plays the deciding role in factors like styling and personality. Few of the common hair problems faced by all includes; hair fall, damage and dandruff. Hair fall used to be a sign of ageing, pollution, hectic lifestyle and never-ending work stress paves way for hair fall.
Instant results is not the right solution for healthy hair. Each strand of our hair goes through 3 stages in its entire cycle: The anagen stage [when hair growth is actually seen]. The anagen stage [more of a transitional phase] and the catagen phase [renting phase which lasts for about 2-4 months]. Why move from natural remedies to chemical treatment looking for instant results. It is time to bring back the age old solutions.
There are many remedies from nature that deliver great results for natural hair. They are;
1. Kitchen ingredients
2. Diet
3. Oil treatment
4. Natural solution.
Today, we will consider kitchen ingredients that are healthy for natural hair and how to use them. They are;
1. Apple cidar vinegar- it maintains the pH balance of the hair accelerating hair growth and gently cleanses the scalp. Mix 75ml to 1 litre of water. Use apple cidar vinegar as a final rinse after washing your hair to get healthy and shiny hair.
2. Coconut milk- it is rich in proteins, iron and other essential nutrients. Extract milk from coconut and apply on your hair, keep it overnight, rinse off with cold water the next morning.
3. Egg mask- egg is one of the best ingredient that promote hair growth because of its high protein content. Mix the white part of egg with olive oil and honey, mix thoroughly to form a smooth paste and apply over your hair. Leave for 20 minutes, rinse with cold water and shampoo it off.
4. Onion juice- oldest home remedy for hair growth because it is rich in sulphur which boosts collagen production in the tissues and help in hair re-growth. Use red onions, squeeze out its juice, apply on your scalp carefully and keep for 15 minutes, finally rinse off with mild shampoo.
5. Amla- it is the powerhouse of anti-oxidant and vitamin c. it promote hair growth and also improves the pigmentation of the hair. Available in oil.
6. Garlic- it boosts the regeneration of new hair and promotes the scalp circulation. Boil a few cloves of crushed garlic in coconut oil or olive oil, apply to the root of your hair, wash off properly. Use 3 times a week for best results.
7. Green tea- rich in antioxidants. Apply warm green tea all over scalp, leave it for an hour, rinse off with cool water.
8. Potato juice- potato is rich in vitamin A, B and C, all of which are essential for healthy and strong hair. Get potato juice by extracting, apply juice on scalp. Leave it on for 15 minutes and wash off with shampoo.
9. Hibiscus flower- it is used to enhance hair growth and curing dandruff. Thickens the hair and prevents pre-mature ageing. Make paste of hibiscus flower, mix with coconut oil, rinse with mild shampoo
10. Vitamin E oil – rich in antioxidant, and this help to fight free radicals.  Helps in increasing oxygen in the body and do increases the blood circulation in the scalp.  Massage Vitamin E oil onto the scalp, leave it overnight, wash off with a mild shampoo the next day for soft and smooth hair.
Watch out for other natural products you can use.

Week 12 games of the EPL

In the week 12 games we didn't record more goals, as compared to some previous weeks. After going 3 games without recording a goal, and was about making it 4 before Wayne Rooney showed up. This has been the story of Manchester United in the past few weeks of games. United took on West Brom at Old Trafford. United were given the lead by their new shinning light in Lingard, while Juan Mata scored the second from the spot to end the game 2-0 in favour of the Red Devils.
Even though we expected Southampton to defeat Sunderland, we never expected it to be this close in terms of score line. Despite
Sunderland defeated Newcastle in their derby, Southampton are in a
good run of form. Southampton won 1-0 away from home.
The poor form of Chelsea continued when they were hosted by Stoke
City. Chelsea having lost 6 games in the league prior this game, were
hoping to win the game to kick start their own season, but it wasn't
meant to be as Stoke who had earlier dumped them out of the Capital one cup, defeated them again in the League 1-0.
Table topper Manchester City  could not breakdown the defense of Aston
Villa to the surprise of many. Before the game, it wasn't a question
of would City win? It was a question of how many goals would they
score. City couldn't get the services of Aguero and Silva, they still
lost their second striker Bony to injury in the course of the game.
The game eventually ended in a stalemate.
Liverpool welcomed Crystal Palace to Anfield. After defeating Chelsea
in their last league game, we knew Palace were going to give them a
run for their money, which they did, by defeating Liverpool by 2-1 at
Anfield. Thereby delegating Klopp to his first defeat.
The north London derby has always been a clash with great excitement.
Arsenal hosted Tottenham, with Tottenham hoping to get a positive
result for their poor record against Arsenal. Kane gave Tottenham the
lead, but they couldn't hold on for a win. Substitute Gibbs gave
Arsenal a point in the derby to finish 1-1.
Man Utd 2-0 WBA
Sunderland 0-1 Southampton
Stoke 1-0 Chelsea
Aston Villa 0-0 Man City
Liverpool 1-2 Crystal Palace
Arsenal 1-1 Tottenham
Now we take a look at our biggest loser and biggest winner. It was a
close one between Liverpool and Chelsea for the biggest loser, we pick Chelsea for not having a goal, unlike Liverpool. Our biggest winner is Man Utd.
Can Utd sustain this momentum?