How To Prevent Damp Smell In Clothes: Garment-Care Tips For Port Harcourt’s Humid Climate

 

 By Preye Ziko Bob-Manuel, Founder of Rusik Wash

Have you ever taken a freshly washed outfit from your wardrobe, only to notice a damp, musty smell? In Port Harcourt, where humid weather and rainy periods can make drying clothes more challenging, this is a familiar problem for many households and busy professionals.

The frustrating part is that clothes may look clean and still develop an unpleasant smell if moisture remains trapped in the fabric or wardrobe.

For anyone who wants to keep their clothes fresh, protect their favourite outfits and maintain a well-cared-for wardrobe, understanding how moisture affects fabric is

Big Weddings Put Pressure On Marriages, Says Actress Ruth Kadiri

 

Nollywood actress Ruth Kadiri has advised couples to avoid putting themselves under unnecessary pressure to organise elaborate weddings, arguing that the expectations surrounding such ceremonies can affect marriages.

Kadiri said big weddings often place emotional and mental pressure on couples, adding that some people fail to recognise how the demands of wedding preparations can influence their transition into married life.

In a video circulating online and shared by Pulse on Sunday, the actress questioned why some couples who have dated happily for years begin to experience fear and uncertainty after their wedding ceremonies.

Best Iron Boosting Juice To Surpport Hemoglobin

 

The best iron-boosting juice to support hemoglobin is a blend of beetroot, spinach, and a splash of citrus (like orange or lemon juice). Beetroot and spinach supply iron and folate, while the vitamin C in citrus helps your body absorb the plant-based iron.

 Top Iron-Boosting Juices

Prune Juice: Offers about 3 mg of iron per cup (roughly 17% of your daily value) and helps natural energy and digestion.

• Beetroot Juice: Contains iron, folate, and betaine to stimulate red blood cell production and improve oxygen uptake.
• Pomegranate Juice: Supplies iron alongside vitamins A, C, and E, which enhance hemoglobin synthesis and circulation.
• Spinach & Orange Juice (Green Juice): Blends non-heme iron from leafy greens with vitamin C from oranges or lemon, which increases plant-iron

Pumpkin Seeds Vs Almond Which Have More Protein

 

Pumpkin seeds have more protein than almonds. A standard one-ounce (28-gram) serving of hulled pumpkin seeds contains about 8.3 to 8.5 grams of protein, while the same one-ounce serving of almonds provides about 6 grams of protein.

Protein Breakdown Per Serving (1 oz / 28 g)

• Pumpkin Seeds: ~8.4 g of protein
• Almonds: ~6.0 g of protein

Key Nutritional Differences

• Other Nutrients in Pumpkin Seeds: Higher in magnesium, iron, and zinc.
• Other Nutrients in Almonds: Higher in fiber and vitamin E.
• Amino Acids: Both contain all nine essential amino acids, though neither is a

What Makes Eating Seeds Like Chia, Pumpkin And Flax Good For You

 

 packed with plant protein, fiber, healthy unsaturated fats, and essential minerals.

Core Health Benefits by Seed Type

• Chia Seeds: High in soluble fiber and alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), an omega-3 fatty acid. They absorb liquid to form a gel, which slows digestion, helps prevent blood sugar spikes, and keeps you feeling full longer.
• Flaxseeds: Rich in lignans (antioxidants with hormone-balancing effects) and ALA omega-3s. Grinding flaxseeds helps your body absorb their nutrients to

Nigerian Creator Runs Chanel's Runway

 

Nigerian creator Rachel Ojuromi made her official runway debut for Chanel during Paris Fashion Week on October 5, 2026.

The 22-year-old model and content creator turned the streets of Lagos into her own catwalk, going viral after she and her stylist, Debby Fasingha, recreated Chanel’s 2026 Métiers d'Art looks using thrifted pieces from Yaba Market.

• Matthieu Blazy’s Reaction: Chanel’s artistic director Matthieu Blazy

New Study Explore How Peanuts Affect Lipid Circulation In The Blood

 

A new study by researchers from the German Institute of Human Nutrition (DIfE) and international partners has identified a distinct "Peanut Lipidomic Signature" (PeLS) in the blood following regular peanut consumption.

Very Long-Chain Saturated Fatty Acids (VLCSFAs): Eating peanuts significantly increases circulating levels of VLCSFAs, specifically C24:0 (tetracosanoic acid) and C22:0 (behenic acid).

·         Lipid Remodeling: These fatty acids do not just raise overall fat levels; they are actively and preferentially incorporated into specific lipid classes—