A PUBLICATION OF
SUNDAY, N O V E M B E R 6, 2016
Redefining femininity
Plus...
FASHION BEAUTY MEN’S STYLE
MEDICAID ABUJA CANCER ADVOCACY IN PICTURES PRINCE OF BORNO & PRINCESS OF DAURA WEDDING SHOTS
Valerie
Azinge A Lady of Integrity & Elegance
EDITOR’S NOTE
Hi, there!
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n this week of Tambari, you can look forward to reading a lot on fashion as usual and one of them, the classic and ever fabulous jumpsuits. They used to be called dungarees and a thing worn by people considered the opposite of a fashionista but now, with new twists to the one piece outfit, it has become an instant trendsetter. The beard is the feature of man that defines him. It proves his masculinity and shows him to be an alpha. But growing out a nice long beard for some guys isn’t easy. That’s why we have given you a guide to follow. To grow out that nice thick and healthy beard, it comes down to clean and healthy diet. We’re getting busy in the kitchen this week with delightful honey mustard grilled chicken and stir fried vegetables. Something healthy yet so full of flavor and something different for your taste buds. The cover personality this week is Valerie Azinge, a career driven woman who has a lot we can learn from. Her interview gives us a nice view into her career and an home. This week we have amazing photo shoots from the Medicaid cancer advocacy w walk and stage play. we also have ha photo shoots from the wedding ceremony of the son wed of the t Shehu of Borno and the daughter of the Emir of th Daura. Enjoy. D Have an amazing Sunday.
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Ag. Editor
Amina Alhassan
Designer
Writers
Hafsah A. Matazu
SERIOUS ABDOMINAL PAINS I have been having serious stomach pains and a doctor had an ultra-scan conducted. The result says everything was normal. The doctor, though, could not prescribed any medication because he isn’t a gynaecologist. I took the result to a pharmacy where a medication was prescribed. It worked for about a week and the pain came back more severe. Please, what do I do? Lizzy from Benue The doctor that did scan advised you to see a Gynaecologist, why did you not see a Gynaecologist rather than seeing a pharmacist? From what we see frequently the person in the pharmacy shop is likely not a pharmacist but rather a pharmacy technician or even salesgirl or sales boy. For the family physician to ask you to see a Gynaecologist then he noted something that needed expertise assessment and advise. It will be difficult to give remedy for thee pains you are experiencing without proper assessment and investigations. I will advise you to see a Gynaecologist as soon as possible. This is to advise all professionals to stick to the scope of their profession. The idea of unqualified persons manning and treating chemists and pharmacy stores has to be curtailed. Even laboratories now conduct tests and prescribe medication. This has caused a lot of severe morbidity and mortality of Innoncent Nigerians. Appropriate and collective steps needs to be taken.
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CONTENTS
CULINARY CORNER // 32
Delightful grilled chicken with stir-fry vegetables FASHION // 29
H E A LT H CO R N E R
Dr. Nathaniel Adewole, Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist, University of Abuja Teaching Hospital, Gwagwalada - FCT. MOBILE: 0803 803 9182 EMAIL: nadewole2013@gmail.com, CC: tambari@dailytrust.com
Jumpsuit frenzy MEN MEN’S STY STYLE
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Eating your way to healthy beard * Pearls of wisdom compiled by Faith Ejeh
What can I do to enhance the flow of breast milk? Hello Doctor, my sister died leaving a baby of 5 days old, the family decided I take care of the child because our mother is old and sick. I am married with no child yet. Can I breast - feed her if yes what can I do to enhance the flow of milk. If no please advice medically how best to feed her. Bola from Akure
Sorry about the loss of your beloved one. Yes you can breastfeed her. First it is advisable for you to check your HIV and Hepatitis B status. If both are negative, take a lot of water or liquids and put the baby to breast as frequent as possible. The sucking will initiative the flow of breast milk by sucking reflex. In case if after the tests you cannot breastfeed, then you can buy any of the formula feeds available. Take note there are separate ones for preterm and term babies.
FREQUENT DIARRHEA Please doctor, I usually have frequent diarrhea which usually last for more than a week although I take medication but still nothing changes. What’s the way Out? Faiza Ahmad Dangama, Tudun Wada, Zaria The possible cause include diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and in immuno compromised circumstances. The gastrointestinal causes includes: irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease like Crohn disease and ulcerative colitis; chronic infections and malabsorption syndromes in which food cannot be digested and absorbed. Others include previous corrective surgery of the gastrointestinal tract, endocrine abnormalities and eating food that upset the intestines. Chronic diarrhea could be a symptoms of immunodeficiency like HIV/AIDS. What you need to do is to see a physician for comprehensive assessment and if necessary you will be referred to appropriate specialist. Please, we encourge all who send questions or contributions to include at least their first name and town or city. Readers are also advised to copy the Tambari email address above while writing in. Thank you - Editor PAGE 26 TAMBARI SUNDAY, N O V E M B E R 6, 2016
VALERIE AZINGE //
interview by AMINA ALHASSAN & ADELANWA BAMGBOYE
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ady, Chief, Dr. (Mrs) Azinge SAN was born to the Nwodo family of Ukehe, Igbo-Etiti Local Government Area, Enugu state on the 28th of February, 1960. She had her primary school education at Santa Maria Nursery and Primary school, Enugu. She passed the common entrance examination while in primary four in 1971. She then moved to Queen’s School, Enugu for her secondary school education between 1971 -1976. She gained admission into the University of Jos, where she went for her undergraduate studies from 1976 – 1980. She was called to the Nigerian Bar in 1981. She then did her National Youth Service Corps programme at the Police College, Kaduna where she taught the Law of Evidence. She was at the London school of Economics and Political Science, University of London where she obtained her master’s degree in Law (LLM), between 1982- 1984. She was at the Dr.J N Nwodo & Co, Lagos between 1984 and 1985; she then had a stint at Nwakoby & Co, Enugu between 1985-1986. In 1987, she joined Okonjo & Co, Benin City. In August 1987 she and her husband, Professor Azinge, SAN set up Azinge & Azinge. She had a political stint in 199, when she contested for the Senatorial seat of Delta North, Senatorial district, a place of her marriage and not her birth but had to withdraw along the line. Between 1996-2000 she was appointed by the Presidency as a pioneer Commissioner, National Human Rights Commission. The most distinguished of her political appointment was when she served as the secretary of the National Conference between March and August 2014. Mrs Azinge met her husband while in London and they got married on 20th December, 1986. As a wife, mother and professional, she went on to undertake her postgraduate work at the Ambrose Alli where she obtained her Univeristy, Ekpoma wh doctorate degree in Law L in year 2000. Friends say it is not ssurprising that study law as from she grew up to stud her childhood she was very critical, argumentative and dogged. Her mum even nicknamed her h a lawyer even while she was w still in primary school. She is believed to probably be the only female to appear Nigerian practitioner prac International Court, Peace before the Intern Hague in 1996 in a and Palace, The H representing Nigeria of landmark case rep which Nigeria came out tops. She was conferred as a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) this year. She is believed to be a natural lawyer. Lady Azinge, Azing SAN has a successful married life success and is blessed with four children of which three child are legal practitioners and a Software an Engineer. Mrs. En Azinge is a woman A of many caps and in o llegal profession she has worn the cap perfectly.
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Most rewarding part of my career he most rewarding part of my career is giving joy to people. I have handled cases that clients were so helpless; in which the people might not have the means to engage lawyer so they can’t even pay for your services but they may have a very good case. People don’t listen to them because they don’t have money.
In my thirty something years as a lawyer, I have done more pro bono services. I help people who don’t have money to engage lawyers and I find joy in it; it gives me extra joy that at the end of the day the people are happy. The monetary aspect is not my priority. My priority is how well I do this job, as not only my integrity is at stake but that my client who has a good case feels rewarded by the
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industry I have chosen. Your husband also a SAN, what attribute of his did you find enduring? As a masters student, that was at the London School of Economics, you took either three or four courses and I was taking four, but he was taking 38 courses at the same time. Though some were clashing, he would put on a recorder to record the ones that were clashing, I couldn’t believe it until I saw him do it, but what attracted me was his intellectual integrity. Most cherished attribute of his Apart from his intellectual integrity and his social meetings, I would say he is so organised, and his dressing. He is a power dresser. The first time I met him, there was something he was wearing, it was cold, he tied a muffler. I noticed it because of the colour of the dress. I had to go and get that muffler. But over time I noticed that he is over studious; I tell you he is prepared for what he would wear ear from Sunday to Sunday - both going to work, after work and even going to bed. He is so organised and that aspect of him I appreciate a lot. Multitasking the homefront and work I think it’s all about organization. If you put the right people in place and you are able to do certain
THE MONETARY ASPECT IS NOT MY PRIORITY. MY PRIORITY IS HOW WELL I DO THIS JOB, AS NOT ONLY MY INTEGRITY IS AT STAKE BUT THAT MY CLIENT WHO HAS A GOOD CASE FEELS REWARDED BY THE INDUSTRY I HAVE CHOSEN
things yourself then you’d be able to manage the two. But then of most concern is that until recently, we were discussing and he said one day you would crash from your system overload and I said I do not subscribe to that. I came into this world and met my parents workaholics, particularly my mum who never went to bed till 4am and rises at 5:30. Same applies to me; I am used to it. I would say it is a special gift from God. So managing the home front and office front, you got to show example that you can do it yourself and once people know you can do it yourself and you can give the right instructions, everything falls in normal perspective. How I relax? I nearly don’t know the meaning of relaxation except when social events come up. When they do, and I have to relax then I unwind when there is dancing because am a very good dancer. I demonstrate
* Photo by Adelanwa Bamgboye
A lady of integrity and elegance
I UNWIND WHEN THERE IS DANCING BECAUSE AM A VERY GOOD DANCER. I DEMONSTRATE THAT WHEN THERE ARE SOCIAL EVENTS. THAT’S MY OWN WAY OF RELAXATION
CO V E R
CO V E R // VALERIE AZINGE that when there are social events. That’s my own way of relaxation and I love to sing. My thoughts and observations on limited opportunities for women to hold public office and participate in elections. Let’s start from the gender equality act. Personally, I think it has to be repackaged just like they are doing at the National Assembly. Gender equality is already in the constitution. So we can repackage it, call it whatever you want but gender equality is already there and no law will supersede that constitution. We also have the federal character law that says a woman’s state of origin is the state of her birth. I personally contested in 1999 and there were arguments that she is from the South-east she should go back well I said create a temporary divorce then I can contest anywhere. So we will get to that level and we would say we are really democratic; it’s a matter of time.
I WILL WANT TO RETIRE FROM THIS PROFESSION AT AN APPROPRIATE TIME DEVOTING A TELEVISION MEDIA OR STATION JUST TO FEATURE THE LAW, ACT IT OUT AND DO A THOROUGH RESEARCH
law is the best or is there room for improvement. That is my dream and aspiration and I pray God gives me the strength to do it. If I can achieve that, I will give big thanks to God. My role model(s) My role models for Nigeria is Folake Solanke (SAN). For outside Nigeria, I will say Hillary Clinton and Margaret Thatcher (I was a student when she was Prime Minister and I really admire her). What my typical day is like My typical day starts with me getting out of bed by 5am and as a Catholic, we go for morning mass at 6 and then the day starts. Retirement to bed is a tall order because going to the court, the chamber, returning back to the house and do the house chores. My favourite day of the week My favourite day of the week is Sunday because I go to worship God.
My favourite colour Purple. My favourite sport Well my husband is from a sport family that has played football for Nigeria. Sometimes I follow him to the golf club.
How do you feel about the title conferred on you and the responsibility that comes with it? I feel happy that it is a mission accomplished. Of course it places on you a lot of responsibilities. There are things that you would ordinarily want to do publicly but you know that you are looked upon as a role model. You would want to grab a bottle of water and just gulp down but you want to be ladylike. I pray God gives me the wisdom and intellect to understand and live up to it. What I wouldn’t be caught wearing I was born into a traditional home and I dress traditionally a lot. I am also a traditional chieftaincy holder which also comes with its rules and regulations. If you want to wear traditional, you must dress complete. So there are certain rules not just to wear anything. I miss mini skirt. What I do in life with the law profession My dream and aspiration is to see a situation where every Nigerian citizen is not putting the constitution by but living by the content of our laws. If you meet citizens of America, Britain or any civilized country, they would
tell you these are their rules. There are the dos and don’ts and even Nigerians living in the diaspora would tell you the laws of the country where they are. But that is not the same here. Therefore it has always been my wish to teach law. I will want to retire from this profession at an appropriate time devoting a television media or station just to feature the law, act it out and do a thorough research not just of the laws in Nigeria, but laws obtained in several continents and through that action and the submission that would be made to a judge in the court of law show whether the law that obtains in other climes is that which obtains here. Also through that, the citizenry, national assembly, state assembly, know if there is lacuna or if our
* Photo by Adelanwa Bamgboye
Favourite travel destination Singapore. It gives me a lot of inspiration.
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Important dignitaries at the wedding ceremony of the Prince of Borno and the princess of Daura (Abba Kawu & Nafisa Umar Farouk) Hajiya
The bride and groom
Abba Kawu Abubakar Garbai and the princes of Daura at the Shehu’s Place in Maiduguri
Abba Kawu Abubakar Garbai and his Bride, Nafisa Umar Farouk Umar
Nana spraying the praise singers
The Shehu of Borno HRH Alhaji (DR) ABUBAKAR IBN Umar Gaibai Al-amin Elkanemi CFR and Amir of Daura
The Prince of Borno (Groom)
Emir of Daura, Alhaji Umar Farouk
Alhaji Abba Kawu, Nafisa Umar Farouk Umar and Yalami Shehu Abubakar
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he month of October is considered the pink month. It is a month set aside for cancer awareness all over the world. Nigeria wasn’t left out of this advocacy month, as various organisations set out to raise awareness for cancer. One foundation that has always been in the forefront in creating cancer awareness is the Medicaid Cancer Foundation Abuja. The foundation this year took the advocacy forward by including a stage play themed ‘The fight’ alongside their annual walk for cancer. The one day fun filled event kicked off with a media parley with the Founder of Medicaid Cancer Foundation, Dr. Zainab Bagudu, some of the cast of the stage play and some media organisations two days to the main event. The annual walk which has become a part of the Abuja calendar took place on the 22nd of August. The 10km walk was full of fun and enlightenment. The walk was one that had dignitaries from all works of life. The walk was tagged #walkawaycancer was put together to fight cancer and create awareness. The day was wrapped with a stage play ‘The Fight’ at the National Universities Commision, Maitama. It was a story with a meaning, which carried everyone along, laughing and the next minute in tears. The play had a significant message and that is, that cancer is not a death sentence and that with the right support cancer can be defeated. The stage play was directed by Abiodun kassim. It starred stars of international repute Joke Silva, Richard Mofe Damijo, Toyin Aimakhu, Rahama Sadau, Toyin Oshinaike, Omonorr, Toritseju Ejoh and Francis Duru. The play was produced by the wife of the Kebbi State Governor and Founder Medicaid Cancer Foundation, Dr. Zainab Bagudu. Funds generated from the event will be used to assist cancer patients. Also a week-long of activities took place in kebbi, where training and screening of 3000 women was conducted. A week long activities ended with a walk for cancer in the state with eight governors wives in attendance.
Medicaid 2016 Cancer Advocacy in Abuja By Amina Alhassan & Hafsah Abubakar Matazu (From R-L) Mrs. Gimbiya Dogara, Dr. Zainab Bagudu, Mrs. Okowa and other dignitaries at the stage play ‘The Fight’
Dr. Zainab Bagudu, Mrs Dogara, Mrs Pauline Tallen and other first ladies at the stage play event
Participants at the walk networking Toyin Aimakhu and a cancer survivor at the media parley
Cross rivers Dr Linda Ayade, Dr Amina Bello Niger, Dr. Zainab Bagudu, Mrs Ambode, Rashida Bello Kogi and wife of Kebbi Deputy Gov.
Governor Bagudu at the Stage play
Sadiq Zazzabi serenades guests during the Stage play
Dr. Hassan from the ministry of health during the stage play event
Guests at the Medicaid stage play event
Francis Duru presenting his monologue
Participants at the cancer walk
Kogi, Zamfara and Delta state first ladies having fun at the cancer walk
Participants at the cancer walk
Cast of ‘The Fight’ with Zainab Bagudu Gov Bagidu of Kebbi state and Mrs Pauline Tallen during the walk
Amb. Ibrahim Mai Sule at the stage Mrs Joke Silva speaking at the media parley in play event Abuja TAMBARI SUNDAY, N O V E M B E R 6, 2016 PAGE 30
Joke Silva and Toyin Aimakhu on stage ‘The Fight’
Rahama Sadau presenting her monologue
Dr. Zainab Bagudu and her sisters at the stage play event
Dr. Zainab Bagudu, Mrs. Dogara and Governor Bagudu exchanging pleasanteries with Alh. Ashriu Aliyu Founder, Medicaid, Dr. Zainab Bagudu and Ebonyi first lady, Mrs Racheal Umahi speaking to the press
Alh. Haruna Matandu (behind) & Suleiman Argungu, COS Kebbi state
Toyin Ashinaike during the stage play
Dr. Zainab Bagudu, Mrs Dogara and other first ladies at the stage play event Omonor during the stage play ‘The Fight’
Dr. Zainab Bagudu and first ladies of Zamfara, Delta, Ogun, Borno, Kogi, Cross Rivers and a guest
Joke Silva and Toyin Aimakhu on stage
Guests at the stage play event
Participants during the walk against cancer
Toyin Aimakhu, RMD and Aisha Augie during the cancer walk
Dr. David of Medicaid
Participants having fun at the Medicaid cancer walk
RMD at the Stage play
The BBOG representives also had a fun filled day
Mrs. Amosun, Dr. Zainab Bagudu, Mrs Ayade 1st lady of Cross Rivers state and other first ladies during the walk against cancer
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TRENDS // STYLE //
FA S H I O N
Jumpsuits
Frenzy b by ESEOHE EBHOTA
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here’s one fashion item above all else that doesn’t ever seem to fade away: the jumpsuit. Jumpsuits come in different colours, shapes, styles, lengths. Being an all-weather fashion item, st it can be worn anytime of the day and to anywhere irrespective of the occasion be it to work, birthdays, ir weddings, parties. However, do not forget to add w beautiful accessories such as earrings, be s, wristwatches, bangles, and if you like, necklaces. Then ba hen with good, well-balanced shoes and nice bags, you w ou are good to go. go
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PEARLS OF WISDOM
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M E N’ S S T Y L E // TRENDS // STYLE // PERSONALITIES
Eating your way to a healthy beard by FEMI MOHAMMED
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The condition of your facial hair directly corresponds to the health of your body,” these were the words of Jim White, a registered dietician and American Dietetic Association spokesman While most young men especially the teenagers tend to believe in the myth that ethanol (methylated spirit) aids beard growth, it is definitely more assuring to know that meals ingested have a definite effect on the growth of healthy-looking facial hair. A few of the food substances that aid healthy beard growth include: Vitamin A and Beta A Carotene How they better your beard: Vitamin A maintains and repairs skin tissue and keeping the skin healthy allows for better hair growth according to health nutritionists. Beta carotene is a nutrient that the body converts to vitamin A. Where to find them: Vitamin A is present in milk, cheese, butter and egg yolks. Beta carotene is found in yellow and orange produce (e.g., carrots, pumpkin, sweet potatoes and papayas) and leafy green veggies e.g., spinach Vitamins C and E How they better your beard: Vitamins C and E promote the production of sebum, a natural oil that is produced by our bodies and lubricates and moisturizes hair, making it look thicker and more lush. Additionally, vitamin C assists in the growth of bodily tissues, including those that comprise our skin and hair follicles. Where to find them: Citrus fruits, green peppers and broccoli are good sources of vitamin C. Wheat germ oil, almonds, sunflower seeds, safflower oil, peanut butter, corn oil, spinach, broccoli, mangoes and spinach all contain high amounts of vitamin E. Protein How it betters your beard: The skin and hair are composed primarily of keratin, a structural protein made up of amino acids. The body doesn’t produce these amino acids on its own; instead, we need to eat protein, which the body then converts to amino acids. Where to find it: Fill up on fish, lean meats,
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poultry, eggs, beans and milk. Vitamins B6, B12 and Biotin How they better your beard: B vitamins help your body synthesize the protein you eat so it can be used to build new skin cells and hair. Getting enough B vitamins also helps reduce stress and prevent hair loss. Where to find them: Fish, poultry, leans meats, eggs, nuts, and whole grains such as brown rice and oatmeal are chock-full of B vitamins. Foods that are rich in B12 include beef, milk, cheese and wheat germ. Omega-3 fatty acids How they better your beard: Essential fatty acids are just that: essential to normal growth, including that of facial hair. They also protect cell membranes, helping to prevent your whiskers from getting dry and brittle. Where to find them: Just make sure walnuts and fatty fish (e.g., salmon) find their way into your diet Working out/Exercising A little deviation from the food substances but exercising tend to boost the production of male sex hormone testosterone which in turn, aids effective facial hair growth.
Richard Mofe-Damijo
PEARLS OF WISDOM
“Style is very personal. It has nothing to do with fashion. Fashion is over quickly. Style is forever.” - Ralph Lauren
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FA S H I O N
// TRENDS // STYLE
Yellow mellow by HAFSAH ABUBAKAR AR MATAZU
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ellow is a colour that says ays happiness and joy. It brightens up anythingg dull and catches everyone’s eyes. Not everyone eryone is quite okay with wearing yellow because of how bright it is but then, it is such a lively colour our that it would be a mistake not to go for it. Ditch h your dark colours every now and then and go with th a nice and lovely mellow yellow.
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PEARLS OF WISDOM “Fashion is not necessarily about labels. It’s not about brands. It’s about something else that comes from within you.” — Ralph Lauren
RECIPE R ECIPE // //
CULINARY
Delightful grilled chicken with stir-fry vegetables
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ating healthy is very important. But that doesn’t mean that we have to leave all the good tasty foods behind. You can eat a perfectly balanced diet with meals bursting with flavours and great smelling aromas. And the best way to do that is with food that everybody loves, grilled chicken with a little twist and mouth watering veggies. This week, we have honey mustard grilled chicken with stir-fried vegetables. INGREDIENTS • 1/3 cup Dijon mustard • 1/4 cup honey • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise • 1 teaspoon barbeque sauce • 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves DIRECTIONS - Preheat the grill for medium heat. - In a shallow bowl, mix the mustard, honey, mayonnaise, and barbeque sauce. Set aside a small amount of the honey mustard sauce for basting. - Place the chicken and marinade in a zip lock bag or a bowl covered with foil paper and marinate for at least 3 hours. - Lightly oil the grill grate. Grill chicken over indirect heat for 18 to 20 minutes, turning occasionally, or until juices run clear. Baste occasionally with the remaining sauce during the last 10 minutes. Make sure you keep a close eye on the chicken so it doesn’t burn. Voila! Your chicken is ready to be served.
Growing out your long and thick lashes
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yelashes frame the eye and draw attention to your face. They make the overall appearance of your eyes more beautiful. We ladies are very conscious of how our eyelashes look especially if they happen to start falling out or they are not as long as we want them to be. Mascara and fake lashes can improve how it frames our eyes but they only make your lashes weaker. Here are a few ways to make your eyelashes much longer, stronger and thicker. - Castor oil: Castor oil can make your lashes much thicker and grow faster. Just apply with a brush to your eyelashes and even eyebrows too before you go to bed. - Vitamin E: Vitamin E works miracles not only on your skin but your eyelashes too. Just break open a couple of vitamin E tablets and apply it to your lashes with a brush to nourish them. - Green Tea: Green tea can be used on your lashes as well. Make a cup and with the remaining at
the bottom of the cup after you have finished enjoying it, rub it over your lashes with cotton wool. The caffeine and flavonoids found in green tea will help maintain the growth of existing lashes and stimulate new growth too. - Brush your lashes: Brushing your lashes will clean out any dust and dirt particles and encourage a good blood supply to the lashes. Invest in a few lash combs and a daily brush will stimulate fast growth of thick and long lashes. - Massage your eyelids: An eyelid massage can easily stimulate blood flow. You can stimulate the hair follicles of your lashes by gently massaging your eyelids. If you do this regularly, you will see a real difference in your lashes in no time.
DO YOU KNOW... THAT OUR EYELASHES PROTECT OUR EYES BY KEEPING OUT DIRT AND SWEAT?
EYE CARE
with HAFSAH ABUBAKAR MATAZU
Taking care of your eyes
With additional information from the internet
Stir-fry vegetables
B E AU T Y
INGREDIENTS • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil • 1 red chilli, sliced (optional) • 1 garlic clove, sliced • A mix of various vegetables (red and yellow bell peppers, carrots, green beans, mushrooms, broccoli, onions) • 1½ tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons sweet chilli sauce DIRECTIONS - Heat the oil in a large frying pan and fry the chilli and garlic for about 1 minute. -Add the vegetables and toss to coat in the oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes then add the soy and chilli sauce, mixing well. Cook for 2-3 minutes more until the veg are soft but also with a crunch to it too. Serve.
There are very few things that you need to do to make sure your eyes are just right and try your best to make them a habit. Remove your eye makeup at the end of the day: Always take time to remove your eye makeup before you go to bed. Wear UV protective sunglasses: Always wear side sunglasses when you are outside and the sun is shining. Get plenty of sleep: Inadequate sleep may contribute to eye fatigue. Symptoms include eye irritation, difficulty focusing, excessive tears and light sensitivity. Make sure that you get at least 7 to 8 hours of sleep every night. n Place cucumber slices on your eyelids to reduce puffiness: Press cold cucumber slices gently nutes against eyelids for 10-15 minutes
before going to sleep at night to help treat and prevent eye puffiness. Limit your time looking at computers and phone screens: The glare from any screen causes muscle fatigue in the eyes, either from being too bright or too dark.
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