Tambari

9th November, 2014

SUNDAY TRUST

Tambari For the woman of style

Dazzling Satin Do The Bright Thing, Go White

Mairo Bunu

‘I don’t like failures, especially those arising from negligence’

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ith some fashion sense, a wardrobe stocked with the right ensembles and a timeless style to transcend all seasons, it will be hard to keep you down on the fashion radar.

Don’t be caught thinking of the last trends of the season, for fashionistas would have moved ahead, inspired by futuristic fashion tips. You can cash on the next big idea and be many steps ahead in terms of fashion.

You can pay tribute to some outstanding trends, like your personal style which was infused to bring out some dramatic moments, but don’t be left in the past. Fashion keeps evolving and you can’t afford to miss out.

There were many high moments in the past that kept fashionistas in high spirits after receiving the right doses of fashion ideas. One of such relishing moments was the revamp of a lot of nice trends from the 90s. One of such trends was a blast from the past. Satin was re-awakened to tell the best stories of fashion. One of the most luxuriant and versatile fabrics for women was put to good use in many forms. There was no limit set for it as it was presumed to be a favourite bridal ensemble.

That was not the only thing that caught our attention. The fashion bar was also raised and it incorporated ethnic fashion, as well as accessories for the muchneeded glamour for all spheres. In all, been a year full of many highs and worth all the investments. So, be ready for the next big news in the seasons ahead.

Our featured personality is Hajiya Mairo Bunu.

Hope you enjoy the package Have a great week.

Hello readers,

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Fashionista: Dazzling Satin Men’s Fashion: Do the bright thing: Go white Culture: Ojude Oba festival of Ijebu Ode land Healthy Living:

Planning a diet for Kidney failure patients

COVER:

‘I don’t like failures, especially those arising from negligence’

Mairo Bunu

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Editor AISHA UMAR-HALILU. Deputy Editor VICTORIA ONEHI. Writers MULIKATU MUKAILA. AISHATU SHALLANGWA. PUPWAYA TIMOTHY DIBAL. FATIMA HUSSAIN YAKASAI. Designer BALLIE KAFRAN

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Dazzling Satin Kadijah Mambi

Hauwa Ibrahim

BY Aishatu Musa Shallangwa

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he term satin originated in the Middle Ages and was first used to describe a luxurious, heavy type of silk also known as samite. Satin is a luxurious fabric that, over the years, has been used for beautiful clothing, lingerie and the lining for suits. It has more uses now, as new styles have been created by combining satin and other fabrics to make beautiful dresses.

Zainab

Model for Irama

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‘I don’t like failures, especially those arising from negligence’ INTERVIEW BY Mulikatu Mukaila

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ajiya Mairo Bunu Lawan had her early education at the Yerwa Central Primary School in Maiduguri from 1970-1976 and then proceeded to the Federal Government College, Jos for her secondary education. She, thereafter, attended the University of Maiduguri where she obtained her B.Sc Accounting, graduating in 1988. She also obtained a post-graduate diploma and a Master’s degree in Business Administration from the same university.

Hajiya Lawan started her working career at the Borno State Water Board, where had served as a youth corper and was retained. From her employment entry as Accountant 1, she rose to the position of a Director. She had also worked in other agencies in Borno state, such as the Board of Internal Revenue, Hospital Management Board, Ministry of Commerce, Scholarship Board, Borno State Pension Board and Ministry of Women Affairs before her appointment as the AccountantGeneral of Borno state in 2011, which she is till date.

She speaks with Tambari magazine on her childhood, motherhood experience and many more.

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“I was always trying my best to please my mother by working towards what she wanted.

Today, I feel I am one of her fulfilled legacies.”

I was privileged to be in school

Being the second child in the house (I have an elder sister), I was, right from childhood, saddled with a lot of responsibilities, including the house chores. That didn’t stop me from being serious with my studies, though. It wasn’t easy then for any child striving to go to school in our community, but I thank God that I was able to scale through.

Pursuing a dream

During my primary school days in Maiduguri, the best office building in the city was the Central Bank of Nigeria, Maiduguri branch. Admiring that building, I was always inquiring what was required to study to be able to work there. I was told to learn Arithmetic, so I was always putting in more efforts in my mathematics so I would fulfil my dream and, Alhamdullilah, today I have achieved it.

Trailing the footsteps of my parents

I believe I took after my mother because she was very caring. My father, backed strongly by my mother, insisted we all go to school. With such pressure and encouragement from both parents, that meant hard work. I was always trying my best to please my mother by working towards what she wanted. Today, I feel I am one of her fulfilled legacies.

A mother’s love

I really miss her scolding. My mother was a no-nonsense and yet caring woman; when you have somebody like that for a mom, you will always be conscious of not offending her. Some nights, we would be fast asleep when we would hear a slap on someone’s body among us. Opening our eyes, we would see our mother hovering over us with a lantern working at slapping mosquitoes off our bodies. This is one of the caring things she was doing that we will never forget, and which I have learnt from her. May Allah continue to bless her soul.

Counting my blessings

I got married in 1986. I was then almost in my final year in the university and after a year, I gave birth to my first child. I sat for my final exams a month later. It wasn’t easy because Accountancy is not a course that one can scale through easily. I had to

juggle between motherhood and education, but, of course, there is always joy in giving birth to your own child. The consolation is that when I look at the children now, I feel fulfilled and happy.

Role models

My role models are many, but specifically, I admire women who assist their fellow women because it is not an easy task for women to excel in the midst of men. Women always have to work harder than their male colleagues to prove their quality, so any woman I see assisting women becomes my role model automatically. An example is the wife of the former governor of my state, Borno, Fatima Ali Modu Sheriff, who strove to secure positions for many women in government. If many people can emulate what she did, we will have 50% of women in government.

How I met my husband

It was at the University of Maiduguri. I accompanied a friend to see her friend and on reaching there, we got talking with this man who would later become my husband. They were all together. That was how we started and eventually

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got married.

Mode of relaxation

Away from my tight schedules, once I have the slightest opportunity to relax, I either stay at home with the kids or we all take a short trip. They are all grown up; one is even married while one is still in school. But we utilise every opportunity to relax together as a family whenever we are together.

My greatest joy

What gives me joy is making other people happy, especially the less privileged. I really cherish that and love visiting the less privileged and ill patients in the hospital. When I can’t personally visit, I delegate the responsibility – sometimes, it could be women in my community I will send - to empower them with the little I have.

Definition of fashion style

My definition of style is comfort in whatever one is putting on. One should try to wear clothes that will go well with the body frame and in styles that will fit. I also love colours, though I don’t have any particularly favourite colour. In fact, Fine Arts, which I take as a hobby, should have been my second choice in the university, I love colours generally.

What puts me off

I hate disappointments. I always try hard to meet up with my obligations, however much or little it is. I always work hard to fulfil whatever responsibility is saddled with me. When someone disappoints me, it makes me miserable. I don’t like failures, especially those arising from negligence.

Admirable culture

I love Arabian dress culture because it complies with Islam and I will urge my fellow women to always cover our treasury. I also love all the aspects of the Kanuri culture which is my tribe. I really love the marriage activities and that is why when my son was getting married, I made sure I didn’t leave out any aspect of our culture because it is so interesting. If one wants to follow the proper Kanuri culture on marriage, one will spend about two weeks celebrating marital rites.

Greatest achievement I am yet to achieve it.

Legacies

I want to be known as a philanthropist. I want to assist the less privileged wherever I meet them, with whatever little I have. I want to effect positive changes in people’s lives.

“Women always have to work harder than their male colleagues to prove their quality, so any woman I see assisting women becomes my role model automatically.”

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Luwa fashion debuts in Abuja

Sarumi is face of Ti2 Clothiers

BY Victoria Onehi

BY Amina Alhassan

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uwa Fashion penultimate Saturday launched and exhibited its fashion line at Jennifa Plaza, Abuja for Muslim fashion lovers. The fashion line comprises abayas, shoes, bags and perfumes all designed and made by Luwa Fashions Chief Executive Ofiicer Hajiya Amina Gamawa Sule.

The fashion show was declared opned by the duo of wife of the Nasarawa state governor Hajiya Mairo Almakura and Hajiya Kubrah Ahmed Adamu. The event was well attended by personalities from across Nigeria, giving the show a glamorous outing. Hajiya Mairo Almakura commended the efforts of Hajiya Amina Gamawa for providing a fashion line designed by Nigerians which gives fashion lovers more options when shopping for fashion and trendy wears in Nigeria. Models catwalked in some of the designed luwa gowns, abayas, shoes and bags to flaunt how well the designs complement physical beauty.

In her vote of thanks, Hajiya Amina Sule explained the initiative that created her new fashion line. “This event is a reality of works that have been dedicatedly done for a period of two years. The fashion line is for women who want class and sophistication and still want to remain covered. Every trendy fashionable Muslim has a place to come for their fashion needs. The fashion line is also open to everyone; it’s not restricted to only Muslim women,” she said.

Luwa’s fashion show is planned to be held twice a year in Abuja and Lagos. The second phase of the event will be done in Lagos before the end of the year, the organisers informed.

Hajiya Amina Gamawa Sule

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budding Yoruba actor/producer Olaribigbe sarumi is now the face of Ti2 Clothiers.

Ti2 Concepts Limited, a fast growing Brand Company endorsed the actor as the face of its clothing recently. Ti2 Clothiers specialises in bespoke men’s native attires.

The two year deal was signed few days ago by the actor who recently released his top selling movie titled, ‘OKE’ into the market.

Speaking on his endorsement, Sarumi say “I’m excited to be recognised by Ti2, they are well known for quality, so they associate with people of class and quality too. I believe this is the just beginning of better things to come my way.

This year is indeed ending in good note. I’m working on more movie production soon.

I have lots to offer the industry, but its one thing at a time,” he assured.

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FASHIONISTA

Trendy Clutch Bags

BY Mulikatu Mukaila

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ost fashionable ladies are always seen carrying clutch bags to attend most evening events in order to complement what they are putting on. Though people still go about with other bags or purse, clutch bags are the main thing these days as they add style and poise to your personality.

Baraka Aisha

Ummal-Fadal

Hyelni Malgwi

Lala

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MEN’S FASHION

Desmond Elliot

DO THE BRIGHT THING, GO WHITE

Onoja Lynxx

BY Pupwaya Timothy Dibal

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t is not only women who love white clothes when it comes to fashion, even the men are not left out. White is the colour produced by the combination of all the colours of the visible spectrum. It is the opposite of black. White makes a strong statement while remaining creative; it gives you that sophisticated look you have always wanted. It is the colour of perfection and purity. If you want to turn heads and you want to stand out like an angel, wear a white outfit.

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FRUSTRATED, SHOULD HE MARRY ANOTHER WIFE? My brother is in his late 50s and had a child from his first wife when he was in his early 30s. Since then, his first wife and two other wives could not be pregnant. He is going for his fourth wife now out of frustration. Can such a man go for IVF conception with the wives?

From Kogi state.

It is unfortunate that at this age, time and our level of education, coupled with exposure, some people still think the problem of infertility is the problem of women only. That is why women are blamed by their husbands, victimized by their mothers-in-law and abused by their sisters-in-law and other relations.

Has it ever occurred to such people that the man could be the cause? It is well documented that the male factor accounts for, at least, 40 per cent of infertility cases. That is why we insist that the husband should accompany the spouse to an infertility clinic.

In this case of three wives and, maybe other trials outside without conception, the critical question is: Has he done seminalysis? He doesn’t have to get frustrated.

There is always a way out. IVF (InVitro Fertilization) is always a way out. If simple IVF would not be feasible, especially in cases of severe oligospermia or azospermia, then IVF/ICSI (intra-cytoplasmic sperm injection) is an option.

Once again, I want to make this appeal that in cases of infertility, both the man and the woman have to be investigated. Marrying another person or divorce as seen in some does not solve the problem.

Assisted conception therapy is available to solve the problem of infertility.

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Dr. Nathaniel Adewole Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist, University of Abuja Teaching Hospital, Gwagwalada - FCT. MOBILE: 0803 803 9182 EMAIL: nadewole2013@gmail.com

HAD MISCARRIAGE BUT STILL BLEEDING I am 22 years old. I had a miscarriage two days ago, but I am still bleeding and also have stomach pains. What can I do?

Ducy, Katsina.

When miscarriage occurs, it can either be threatened, complete, incomplete, missed, or septic. In this case that you are still bleeding with stomach/abdominal pains, it is likely to be an incomplete miscarriage. You need to go to the nearest hospital immediately. You will be examined and also do ultra-sound scan if available.

The mainstay is to ensure that the remaining products of conception are evacuated. You will also need antibiotics.

I may not know the quantity of blood you already lost but haematinics or blood tonic may be necessary.

Any time there is miscarriage, women should always see a doctor to ensure it is complete and to take antibiotics, because if it is not well managed, it can become septic and can cause serious morbidity and even mortality.

Septic miscarriage or septic abortion is a cause of maternal death in our environment. In addition, septic abortion, whether obvious or occult, can lead to tubal blockage and infertility in the long term.

“TIME IS ELAPSING” I am 47 while my husband is 62 years old. Both of us have gone for tests and found to be normal. The only problem is that in the last test, the sperm of my husband was found to have a moderate growth of staphylococcus aureus.

Three years now after marriage, we are without a child. I am worried because time is elapsing. Please what can you do to help me?

Habbeeba, Niger state.

At 47 and 62 years, I would recommend you go for assisted conception therapy. The issue of staphylococcus is insignificant. It is not an uncommon finding and may be due to method of collection.

The two of you should see a fertility expert.

Please, always include name and address when sending your health enquiries to us. Thank you

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don’t know that we have a life after

I am a shy person - Empress Njamah

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mpress Njamah is the brain behind House of Empress Foundation, which caters for motherless babies and women on wheel chairs. Apart from being a renowned movie star, Igboborn Empress who also has a Cameroonian background, is also a business entrepreneur, script writer, movie director and film maker.

She speaks with Tambari magazine about her passion for acting and many more.

BY Adebukola Adelakun and Prisca Mbekong Kyaune

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hen did you start acting?

I started acting from my mother’s womb. Well, professionally, I would say I started acting in 1999 cast in a major role in Girls’ Hostel, where I played the lead.

Before then I was a stage actress. I had done a lot of stage dramas with Bayo Oduleye before I moved on to home videos. Since then, life has been wonderful.

Have you always wanted to be an actress?

I don’t know if I am going to say yes or no, but basically acting is something I have always admired, but I never thought I was actually going to dabble into it. I won’t say I got into acting coincidentally because it won’t be fair on my career to say so. I am actually not a square peg in a round hole, so I think it’s what I should be doing and I have been doing it well. I read English and not Theatre Arts.

What motivates you?

The truth of the matter is that I am a versatile person and can do things spontaneously. I can take risks and try to do something new every day.

My motivation comes from God. He’s the source of my strength, and in everything I do, everywhere I am, I make sure that the Book of Life is where I am.

What’s the most interesting thing you love about your career?

I have had more of negative press than positive. The movie industry is growing but it’s not encouraging in the society we are in because they tag us with all sorts of bad names. We are also not helping ourselves in terms of expanding and getting good ideas.

Good things don’t come easy; there will be rough edges and rough roads, which will eventually get you to the

good things you like about your career.

But basically I don’t think I have gotten to the point where I can answer the question well.

What is the one thing you can’t do without?

My phones, because I run a lot of businesses and I communicate better with my phones. I am not the type that can’t afford to leave the house without the ipad or computers. But my phones are something I can’t do without. They keep me closer to the people that I want to see at that any point in time.

And then, there is my lip gloss.

What are the greatest challenges you have faced in your career?

I wouldn’t count challenges, because it is how to tackle the challenges that is more important. Every career is not as easy as people think, and this is not for artistes alone. Doctors do have their challenges, teachers have their challenges, lots of people have their challenges. Basically, the most important thing is that you are sure of where you’re going and you pass through rough edges to get there. So I can’t start pinpointing any particular challenge.

What’s the other side of you people don’t know?

They don’t know I am a shy person.

I am very shy. A lot of people often say that you act and all that stuff, but they

that.

What’s your definition of success?

When you can hit your hand on your chest and you truthfully declare to yourself that you have succeeded, that is success.

Do you have a favourite quote?

You haven’t done any favour for anybody until you have sincerely and selflessly done a favour that is not repayable, that has no strings attached.

What’s your beauty secret?

That’s the part where I am guilty. I have never done a facial in my life, I don’t use harsh things on my skin, I don’t bleach. I don’t go out of my way to do a surgery. Most times, I just go to bed without cleaning my mak-up. But what I know I do well is that I scrub my face. I just don’t have a routine for my beauty secret; I am as guilty as charged.

You have been off the movie scene for some time. Is there any special reason?

The movie industry is where you can take a break to do something else and then come back. There’s always a role for everyone, no matter how old

you get. Versatility matters a lot to me. The truth of the matter is I haven’t been away, the little time I have I run into movies. The kind of thing I run is time-consuming and it’s not been easy so far with this project. I have always loved to care for motherless babies; now that I am doing it, I need to give it a lot of time.

The movie industry will always be there. I can always get in and do one

or two things and get out. The industry is part of what has made me who I am today and I am not going to fall out of it.

I am still there. But it is not as if I have to jump from one movie to another, because I have other things to take care of, especially the House of Empress.

What does fashion mean to you?

Fashion to me is comfort; it is being comfortable in what you can get into.

It’s not going out of your way to look like Mr B or Mr C. A lot of people don’t know that we have different body structures, so what suits A may not suit B. So fashion is about knowing your body structure to know what goes well with it.

What are your principles?

Staying out of trouble.

Where do you see yourself in the nearest future?

I see myself in the same place that God has assigned me to be. I might say I want to see myself in the same place where I am, but that’s a fairy tale.

Sometimes you don’t tell God this is what you want; you tell God that His will be done in your life.

Where’s your favourite holiday spot?

Most times I join business with my holidays. To God be the glory, I have been to almost everywhere in the world. It’s boring to have a particular place as a holiday spot. If you’re a versatile person, you will understand that variety is the spice of life.

What are your hobbies?

I love pets; I have over five of them.

I won’t say cooking is a hobby because I love to cook. I cook a lot. I don’t have a particular hobby, but I like to do anything that puts a smile on my face.

Do you have a best meal?

One thing about me is that I am a very stubborn person, a hard nut to crack, so most time, I don’t have a particular answer for any particular thing. I love anything that tastes nice, although I used to love boiled yam and fried egg and I love local foods.

Who is your best author?

Well, I am not a book person. In songs, I have a favourite musician who is my brother - 2Face.

What message do you have for your fans?

I want to say thank you to those who have been my wings, for their prayers, support and their encouragement.

God bless them.

What is your advice to upcoming actors?

You need to ask yourself why you want to do this: is it because you want to see yourself on TV or because it is something you can do very well? Or is it because you just want to be a star when you cannot handle stardom?

So you need to ask yourself if you’re a round peg in a square hole, you need to tutor yourself and be very sure and certain that you have what it takes to be an artiste. Some stars are born and some are made, so if it’s something you know that you can do well, then go into it.

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Ojude Oba Festival of Ijebu Ode land in Ogun State

BY Pupwaya Timothy Dibal

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he annual Ojude Oba festival is synonymous with the people of Ijebu Ode, Ogun state, South-West Nigeria and has been celebrated by them for over two centuries. Though the festival was originally unique to the Ijebu people, it is now attended by celebrants from all over the Southwest and even beyond. The festival now actually attracts tourists from across the globe.

And though it had its origin in Islam, it is now being celebrated by all - Muslims, Christians, traditionalists and non-believers. Indeed, the Ojude Oba festival is a classic example and manifestation of religious tolerance. According to Mr.IdrisTiamiyu, who is an indigene of Ogun state, the festival is widely known by many people in Nigeria and even beyond. Mr Tiamiyu added that it is an ancestral affair where the people of Ijebu Ode pay homage to their king, the Awujale. It unites the people, because even those in Diaspora come home during this occasion. The festival holds the day immediately after every Ed-el-Kabir. The people of Ijebu Ode always seize the opportunity of the festival to display their rich cultural heritage.

THE CELEBRATION The festival takes place within the premises of the Oba’s palace, with celebrants gathered in their colourful attires to celebrate the great occasion. Some celebrants prance about on horses, while on the ground, there is a lot of dancing and singing in the native language.

The popular Eyo masquerades also graces the occasion. The festival opens with prayers by the Chief Imam of Ijebu Ode, for the well-being of the King and the people, as well as for the peace and progress of the land. After the prayers, the Oba will come to the festival through a grand royal process on a horse decorated so royally for his use. This is followed by the colourful display and procession of some age groups in the town numbering about 36. Each group has over 50 members and is known as the Regberegbe.

These Regberegbes are gorgeously dressed in their ceremonial attires, exhibiting affluence and prosperity as they pay homage to their King.

CULTURE

Tourists and indigenes are thrilled with the breathtaking parade of the Regberegbe groups and even the Baloguns and Dodondawas, who are descendants of the war heroes of Ijebuland. During this spectacle, the reigning Balogun and his associates, all dressed in their attires, engage in a mock battle as they pay homage to the King. To add more glamour to this prestigious event, the Awujale will honour the most outstanding group with a trophy and amount of money.

The festival is not all about colourful displays, parade of culture and tradition, merry-making and fanfare, it also provides the Ijebu people the opportunity to take stock, embark on selfhelp projects, reunite with family members and acquaintances, and supplicate to the Almighty God. The festival also boosts commerce and trade in its entirety as commercial and trading activities are at their peak during the festival.

The festival touches every area of life in Ijebuland. All the facilities - hotels, restaurants, crafts, transportation, professions and markets are fully engaged, with several multiplier effects.

After the parade and dance, the local delicacies of the people are brought to the palace and served to the people.

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“The festival is not all about colourful displays, parade of culture and tradition, merrymaking and fanfare, it also provides the Ijebu people the opportunity to take stock, embark on self-help projects, reunite with family members and acquaintances�

Happy Married Life Mr and Mrs Onwu Innocent Chukwunonyerem after their wedding at Emmanuel Anglican Church, DutseAlhaji, Abuja on October 25, 2014.

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HEALTHY LIVING

Planning a diet for kidney failure patients Coleslaw RECIPE

BY Victoria Onehi

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ecent statistics indicate that kidney failure is increasing worldwide by approximately 7 to 8 per cent annually. In Nigeria, the problem could be affecting as high as 10 million of the population.

Mrs Victoria Ahuoiza Ajako, Assistant Chief Dietician at the National Hospital, Abuja, said some of the junk food people eat tend to affect the kidney in the long run.

Kidney failure, simply put, is the inability of the kidneys to excrete wastes and help maintain the electrolyte balance. The function of the kidneys is to, among other things, get rid of the waste products that result from the body’s metabolism.

Diets are an important consideration for those with impaired kidney function. Consultation with a dietitician may be helpful to understand what foods may or may not be appropriate.

Since the kidneys cannot easily remove excess water, salt, or potassium, these may need to be consumed in limited quantities. Foods high in potassium include bananas, apricots and salt substitutes.

A renal failure diet controls the amount of protein and phosphorus in your diet. You may also have to limit the amount of sodium in your diet. Following a renal failure, diet can help decrease the amount of wastes made by your body. It can also help your kidneys work better, which may delay total renal failure.

Mrs Ajako explained that before a diet plan is given to a kidney failure patient, a close look at the urine and creatinine levels must be found out through a test.

“Creatinine level is the rate with which blood is filtered through the kidneys. From this, the dietician is able to plan a suitable meal for the patient. Also we cannot give a blanket diet plan to kidney failure patients because a diet plan will depend on the test result of each patient,” .

Ajako said, “We restrict the patients from taking much protein because he or she is coming down with the end product of protein. Reduce sodium that is salt. Potassium in fruits like banana and oranges are reduced. We give a certain portion to take because the body needs some of these nutrients.” She also shed light on some questions:

THINGS TO LIMIT AS A KIDNEY FAILURE PATIENT Protein: You will need to limit the amount of protein in his diet. This will help decrease the wastes in your blood and your kidneys to work better. Foods that are high in protein are meat, poultry (chicken), fish, eggs and dairy products. The dietician will tell you how much protein to eat each day.

Phosphorus: You will need to limit the amount of phosphorus in your diet. When you have a kidney failure, your kidneys cannot get rid of extra phosphorus that builds up in your blood.

This may cause calcium to leave your bones and make them weak. Foods that are high in phosphorus are dairy products, beans and nuts.

Sodium: You may have to limit the amount of sodium in your diet if you have certain health problems. These may include high blood pressure or extra fluid in your body. Table salt, canned foods and processed meats like sausage and salted snacks are high in sodium. You may have to avoid these.

* 1/2 cup serving green cabbage = 6 mg sodium, 60 mg potassium, 9 mg phosphorus

Potassium: You may have to limit fruits and vegetables that are high in potassium, such as banana and oranges.

Garlic provides a delicious flavour and garlic powder is a great substitute for garlic salt in the dialysis diet.

While it seems an inordinate amount of food has been eliminated from a wise menu plan for persons with renal failure, it is possible to have a healthy and delicious variety of food every day. A daily plan based on the amount of protein recommended for the individual patient, complemented by fresh, lowpotassium fruits and vegetables and supplemented by low salt meal, tastes wonderful.

* Shred your cabbage and add shredded carrot to garnish it. * Cabbage is packed full of phytochemicals, chemical compounds in fruit or vegetables that break up free radicals before they can do damage. High in vitamin K, vitamin C and fiber, cabbage is a good source of vitamin B6 and folic acid.

Low in potassium and low in cost, it’s an affordable addition to the kidney diet. * You can add some carrot to garnish it.

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RESTORE YOUR HAIR AND REGAIN YOUR BEAUTY

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hea butter is a unique blend of the emollients/ fatty acids extracted from the nut of African shea trees. Shea butter might be seen to have been overused, but the benefits of shea butter can never be over-emphasized as it works wonder on the hair.

BY Aishatu Musa Shallangwa

Shea butter as hair mayonnaise: Deep conditioning or hair steaming is very important. To moist the hair and the scalp, a simple combination of shea butter, pear, aloe vera, egg yolk, fresh plain yoghurt and honey mixed together should be applied to the hair in a deep massage from root to top and covered with either a cellophane bag or a shower cap for 30 minutes for the soft hair and 1 hour for the stubborn hair. For better results, keep hair over a hot hair dryer to give it moist.

Finally, apply shea butter in its natural form on the hair often as it is a good moisturizer. For efficient results, add coconut oil to shea; it is a good combination, it is sealant and is a very good moisturizer that gives hair elasticity and sheen.

Whether you’re trying to recover your strands from a misguided cut or simply want longer hair, looks, it can appear very tiring to grow hair. More often, it looks like a wasted effort. But to grow hair is actually very easy and is achieved faster when the right ingredients are found and used adequately.

Almonds: These are nuts gotten from a plant widely grown in Asia and the northern Africa. These nuts will make your hair grow faster and thicker due to their high biotin content. One cup contains nearly one-third of your daily requirement. You should be able to see the results in a month or two of adding them to your diet. Almond paste can also be added to shea butter to become hair cream and has proven to

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be a good source of hair growth.

Growing hair is fun, great and easy to achieve.

“Deep conditioning or hair steaming is very important.”

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