Health: Breast Cancer Risk Factors You Need To Pay Attention To

Every woman wants to know what she can do to lower her risk of breast cancer. Perhaps, some of the factors associated with breast cancer such as being a woman, your age, and your genetics, cannot be changed. Apparently, other factors like being overweight, lack of exercise, smoking cigarettes, and eating unhealthy food, can be changed by making choices. By choosing the healthiest lifestyle options possible, you can empower yourself and make sure your breast cancer risk is as low as possible.

The known risk factors for breast cancer are listed below. Click on each link to learn more about the risk factor and ways you can minimize it in your own life. If a factor can't be changed (such as your genetics), you can learn about protective steps you can take that can help keep your risk as low as possible.

HuffPost: Four Trump Quitters Walk Into A Bar...

Four Trump quitters walk into a bar to swap war stories from an administration they couldn’t serve for one more minute. In an interview with Lydia Polgreen they share their reasons for quitting their job.

Lydia Polgreen has met Trump haters before, many of them; the kind who seize upon every conspiracy theory and refuse to give him any benefit of any doubt. The four people she recently spent the morning with at Solly’s Tavern in D.C. (sans booze, don’t worry) were not Trump haters; however, they were Trump quitters.

Tricks That Psychologically Makes You The Most Charming Person

One of the most influential and popular personality on Linkedln and the author of almost thirty business and communication books, Jeff Haden, explained how some people can easily gain the trust of everyone and create a positive image of themselves. Thus, below are what makes a person very charming as you puzzle on what the characteristics are.

Ellen DeGeneres: It’s Time To Bring Out The Big Balloons

Talk Show host, Ellen DeGeneres sparked an online debate with picture of her gawking at Katy Perry’s breasts in a happy birthday tweet to the singer. The photo captures the talk show host taking an exaggerated stare at Perry’s cleavage while wife Portia de Rossi laughs. The caption reads: “It’s time to bring out the big balloons!”

Things You Need To Do For A Faultless and Perfect Relationship

Majority of us have this sitcom fantasy of how relationships are supposed to go when in reality there's no relationship like Ray Romano's on Everybody Loves Raymond. Relationships don't come with amusement and you can't just skip over the complexities or uncomfortable conversations that are necessary to take your relationship to the next level. Apparently, relationships take effort and work on a daily basis to ensure stability and foundation. Hence, below are some things you need doing to instill a faultless and nearly perfect relationship.

Do These Things And Your Man Will Respect Your Relationship

Most men don't cheat because they don't love you anymore. Hence, some men cheat because they want more variety in their s3x lives. Therefore some complain of being bored, and want to feel adored by their partners. Apparently, they want to assert their freedom, and perhaps get rid of disappointing you. While this is the case with some, it's because sometimes you are speaking different love languages; while some men say it is a biological directive to procreate with as many women as possible for survival of the species.

Qualities Men Desires In A Woman That They May Never Tell You

When a man has left the age of boyhood and is looking for a woman he can have a long-term relationship with and a relationship that has a future, there are certain qualities he secretly desires in that woman. He might not say it, but below are some of the qualities a man truly desires of woman he want to partner with for life:

Unique Ways To Say I Love You Without Speaking A Word

Ladies, how do you tell your loved one that you love him, especially in a culture where a lady making advance or telling a guy ‘I love you’ is perceived as taboo or irresponsible? Thus for guys, is easy saying ‘I love you’ Right? Notwithstanding the phrase succeeds in expressing your love for someone, there are several other ways to express your affection. Some of these ways do not even require you to say a word.

Karmic Justice: Hard Way To Learn The Dark Side Of Cheating

Karma is obvious truth that cheaters never win. Perhaps, I really can't stress that enough. Cheating your way through life may seem like a quick and easy way to get things done; but the truth is that even when you think you're getting ahead, you're really not. Honestly, at the end of the day, you only end up cheating yourself. Thus it's worse if you're cheating in a relationship. Though it doesn't seem to stop many people from behaving badly.

A PATH TO HAPPY LIFE: DON’T BE PROMISCUOUS

Promiscuous: casual, random sexual relations; in other words, involving indiscriminate mingling or association, especially having sexual relations with a number of partners on a casual basis.  Sex is the means by which the race projects itself into the future through children and the family. Hence, a lot of pleasure and happiness comes from sex as nature intended it; so the race would go on. Apparently, misused or abused, it carries with it several and heavy penalties and punishments; no doubt nature has intended this also.

A to Z You Need To Know About Depression

Sometimes it is hard to know if what you are experiencing is sadness or depression. The symptoms, causes, management and treatment of depression are discussed along with how to get a mental health care plan from your doctor and tips on what to do if someone you know is depressed.

What is depression?

Depression is more than feeling sad or blue. It involves persistent and extreme negative thoughts and feelings. It can stop you doing everyday activities including eating and sleeping. Depression is a serious and common illness that affects most Nigerians and most population of the world. People with depression find it hard to function each day, physically, mentally and emotionally.

Smile At The Storm

A little girl walked to and from school daily. Though the weather that morning was questionable and clouds were forming, she made her daily trek to the elementary school. As the afternoon progressed, the winds whipped up along with thunder and lightning. The mother of the little girl felt concerned that her daughter would be frightened as she walked home from school, and she herself feared that the electrical storm might harm her child.

It's Time For African Leaders To Eradicate Poverty In The Continent: Tony Elumelu

According to Tony Elumelu, economist and entrepreneur, time has come for leaders across Africa to implement a new development model that would help eradicate poverty in the continent. He also noted that it was fundamental to help the youth see themselves as the change Africa was looking for and encourage them to lead the campaign against poverty in the continent.

This and other issues of development formed the crux of the two-day forum organised by the Tony Elumelu Foundation in Lagos south-west Nigeria.

“Our youths need jobs, plenty jobs, economic hope. There is so much uncertainty about the future. In Africa, we have tried different models to deal with these issues of poverty eradication, job creation and creating economic hope for our people – in fact, we know that we have not made much progress and in some areas we can even say that we have regressed,” Elumelu stressed.

Couple Gets A Rare Chance To Talk Openly About Cheating In Their Relationship

Cheating on a partner is almost always one of those things that totally obliterates a relationship. Thus, the worst thing about cheating is that it's a huge breach of trust; something that's essential to a healthy and loving relationship. Apparently, most of the time, it seems like cheating leads not only to a breakup, but a really messy, we're-not-talking-ever-again breakup.

Fibroadenomas: Breast mouse

Fibroadenomas are usually rubbery and firm, but they can be difficult to feel properly. When you push on the lump, you probably discovered that it moves away from beneath your fingers. This is why some people call a fibroadenoma a ‘breast mouse’. Fibroadenomas do not move far within the breast. Usually, it's not painful. However, they can be uncomfortable or very sensitive to touch. Often women find that their fibroadenoma gets tender in the days before their period. Pushing or prodding at the lump can also make it tender.

Symptoms Of Breast Cancer: Not Just Lumps

The most common symptom of breast cancer is a newly discovered lump, but this is not the only symptom women should be aware of, according to a recently published research article from the UK. Thus, nipple abnormalities and breast pain were just some of the other symptoms reported by one in six women involved in research conducted by University College, London.

Hashtag Day Of The Girl: Because I Am A Girl Campaign

Because I Am a Girl; an international movement by the aid organization Plan. Campaign that is made to address the issue of gender discrimination around the world, with the goal to promote the rights of girls and bring millions of them out of poverty around the world. Hence, it's part of the organization's broader international development work. A campaign that focuses on lack of equality faced by girls in developing countries, and promotes projects to improve opportunities for girls in education, medical care, family planning, legal rights, and other areas.

Health: What You Need To Know About Breast Soreness

Some women find that breast soreness affects how they feel about themselves, their sexuality, relationships or work performance. Living with pain of any kind could be very difficult. However, living with breast pain might be especially hard because people don’t always feel comfortable to talk openly about breasts. Perhaps, this is the motive behind this series on breast, and the fact that every October is marked across the world as The Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Breast soreness, medically known as ‘mastalgia’, is very common. It affects most women at some time in their lives. The degree of soreness, and where and how it is felt, differs for each woman. It might be sharp, stabbing, dull, throbbing or aching. It might be felt in all or part of the breasts, one breast or both. It can also affect the armpit area. For many women, the soreness is barely noticeable; while for others, the pain is so great that it affects their everyday lives. Hence, the condition goes away in time.

Health: Cysts On The Breast Not Cancer

For most women, if not all women, having cyst on the breast is upsetting. It can bring up many different feelings and worries. Perhaps, they feel relieved to know that such breast change is not harmful, dangerous, or cancerous.

Super Eagles Becomes First African Team To Qualify For 2018 World Cup

Nigeria became the first African country to qualify for the 2018 World Cup in Russia, after they beat Zambia 1-0 at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo, the Akwa Ibom state capital, Nigeria.

The first half of the encounter ended goalless, with the Chipolopolo the better side, troubling the Super Eagles with their pace in attack. In the second half, the game swung the hosts’ way, after Gernot Rohr introduced Arsenal’s Alex Iwobi for Simon Moses.

Health: What To Do When You Notice Unusual Breast Change

For most women, having an unusual breast change is upsetting, and can bring up many different feelings and worries. Perhaps, it’s understandable to have fear for cancer. More so, it’s common among women who have unusual breast change to find tests stressful and invasive. Notwithstanding, it’s important to see your doctor and probably get tested whenever you notice unusual breast change. Hence, women feel relieved to know that their breast change is not cancerous or harmful. Though sometimes, they keep worrying about getting cancer. Instead of worrying and allow this affect how you feel about yourself, sexuality or relationship, get tested.

Why Your Breast Changes: Don't Get Upset If You Feel It's Not Normal

For several reasons, breasts change a lot over a woman's life. Thus this article will explain what normal changes are and why they occur. Some common reasons for breast change are:

• Pregnancy
• Breastfeeding
• Hormonal changes over each menstrual cycle
• Weight loss or gain
• Ageing

At some stage in women's live, many have a change in their breast that is different to their usual hormonal changes. Most of these changes are not cancerous or harmful, but it’s important that a doctor checks them to make sure.

Harvey Weinstein Expresses Regret Over Sexual Assault Allegations Against Him, And Files Lawsuit Against NYT

Despite the lengthyexpression of “regret” by Harvey Weinstein after sexual assault and harassment allegations was brought against him, the film executive is suing The New York Times, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Hence, Weinstein’s lawyer says the Times “ignored” facts, though the movie mogul never denied allegations of sexual harassment.

2019: Why Atiku Should take Over Buhari's Job - Alhaji Sugar

A close ally of Atiku Abubakar, Alhaji Muhammadu Abdullahi Sugar has said that the former Vice-President should take over from President Muhammadu Buhari in 2019, because he possesses the “expertise and exposure” needed to address the challenges facing Nigeria.

In an interview with Daily Trust, Sugar stated that if Atiku was given the mandate to pilot the affairs of the country, he would turn around its fortunes within a short period.

Professor Yemi Osinbajo: Most of the Clamour about Marginalisation are Not Factual

Yemi Osinbajo, Nigeria’s Vice President spoken on the Biafra agitation, recovered loot and attacks by herdsmen across the country. According to him, most of the clamour about marginalisation are “not factual”. He said this yesterday in a chat with members of the civil society organisations under the aegis of the Civil Society Situation Room.

Comfort Zone: Make Stretching Your Boundaries a Habit

The essence of stepping out of your comfort zone is to embrace new experiences. More so, to get to the state of optimal anxiety in a controlled and managed way; hence not stressing yourself out. Take time to reflect on your experiences so you can reap the merits, and apply them to your day to day activities. Then do something new, positive and interesting. Perhaps, make it a habit if you can; then try something new every week, or every month.

Five Steps To Break Out Of Your Comfort Zone

Outside your comfort zone can be a very good and nice place to be, as long as you don't tip the scales too far. Hence, it's important to remember there's a difference between the kind of controlled anxiety talked about and the very real anxiety that many people struggle with every day. Therefore everyone's comfort zone is different. Perhaps, what may expand your horizons may paralyze mine. Importantly remember, optimal anxiety can bring out the best in you, but too much of anxiety could be bad.

Below are some ways to break out (and by proxy, expand) of your comfort zone without going too far:

Comfort Zone: Merits Of Breaking Free and Trying New Things

Optimal anxiety is that place where your mental productivity and performance reach their peak. Still, "increased performance" and "enhanced productivity" just sound like "do more stuff." What do you really get when you're willing to step outside of your comfort zone?

Comfort Zone:The Science And Why You Should Break Out of It

I'm sure you've seen inspirational quotes that encourage you to get out and do something strange; something you wouldn't normally do. Hence, getting out of your routine could take so much work. A lot of science has explained why it's so hard to break out of your comfort zone, and why it's good you break out of your zone of comfort. With a little understanding and a few adjustments, you can break away from your routine and do great things.

Things You Should Do If You Want To Look Good and Smart Always

Looking good or smart is directly a product of how you treat and package yourself. Obviously it's the effort you put in achieving a good-looking physique and all round appearance that determines how you look. Hence, there's a say that, ‘no pain, no reward.’ Apparently, if you do not try anything, you don't achieve anything. Below are few tips I have for you that can help you be as good-looking and smart as possible you yearn to be. Don't just read for reading sake, it’s important to apply them.

Healthy Living: Why An Organic Diet Is A Healthy Investment

“Good health is not something we can buy. However, it can be an extremely valuable savings account” - Anne Wilson Schaef. There's nothing more important than our good health; that's our principal capital asset, says Arlen Specter. Thus, to enjoy good health, to bring true happiness to one's family, to bring peace to all, one must first be disciplined to consume healthy foods and control one's own mind. If a man can control his mind and go organic, he can find the way to Enlightenment, live healthy and all wisdom and virtue will naturally come to him. Organic food is what every person, family, nation and continent should key in to.

Nutritionists - The health benefits of an organic diet for your family according to an article by Margaret Rule on Huffington Post.