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Monday 19 September 2016

Naturegrove Organics

Naturegrove Organics takes its entry into the Nigerian market of recent and it’s already making waves among the organic products in Nigeria.
We are into the production of organic products to help us live and maintain our skin and health in the most natural way possible.
Our success is due to the quality of our product which are 100% natural and purely organic.
Even our newest addition of African shea butter whipped with coconut oils is soft creamy and it’s excellent on your skin and hair.
A trial will simply leave you astonished! 
Highlight of our products:                 
Virgin Cold Pressed Coconut oil: Our coconut oil is made from coconut fruits and the oil is said to be much better than chemically processed moisturizer on our body and hair and even groundnut oil when consumed orally to the health.
Our Process; The Fermentation Method: This is the best method that help retains all the natural nutrient and power of coconut oil. It is the method that help preserve the antioxidant properties in coconut oil.
We hand pick matured coconuts from the local market here in Nigeria, then break the coconuts; cut into smaller pieces and blend. The number of coconuts needed is dependent of the quantity of oil we want to make. We blend the nuts until it turns into creamy whitish water, then take a sieve or cloth and separate the fibre from the milky water. The creamy whitish water is then placed in a container and left over night. By the next morning, the water would have separated and the oil settled on the bottom of the container; we carefully scoop out the top particles on the container, and we have our coconut oil.
The oil is then filter severally to get our pure unrefined and undiluted virgin cold pressed coconut oil for your use.
Uses and benefit of coconut oil: The uses are numerous and cannot be totally mentioned in this write up. It has about 101 uses to will be mentioned briefly.

                   In summary 4 Health Benefits of Coconut Oil

  • Contain Nutrients for Building Body Immune System-: Research has shown that coconut oil contains a type of fatty acid known as lauric which helps to build the body immune system to fight against diseases and antibodies in the body.
  • Used for Cooking-: The saturated acid found in coconut oil can be easily broken down into absorbable bits; which is why most people prefer using the oil to cook than other saturated oil like the groundnut, palm and melon oil.
  • Weight Loss-: Anybody trying to shade some excess weight is encouraged to take more of coconut oil. This is because the oil contains nutrient that helps to increase the body metabolism rate and to break down food faster for the body to easily absorb.
  • For External Use-: Coconut oil is applied on the skin to make it look smoother and softer; it is also used to clear stretch marks.

Extensively, here are 101 uses that our coconut oil can be used for
1.  Skin Moisturizer. Use coconut oil instead of your regular lotion. You will soon feel its healing and refreshing powers.
2.  Face mask. Make your own mask. Mix a tablespoon of honey and a tablespoon of coconut oil. Apply on your face and leave it for 15 to 20 minutes. Wash your face with water afterwards.
3.  Reduces wrinkles. Applying coconut oil on your wrinkles will improve the texture, soften your skin and rehydrate it.
4.  Puffy eyes. Applying some coconut oil around your eyes before bed will reduce puffiness.
5.  Conditioner. Put 2 teaspoons of coconut oil in a container (small). Place the container into a bowl with water that is warmer than 76 degrees and the oil will soften. Apply it to wet hair and rub it well. Comb your hair to spread the oil. Leave it work for an hour then shampoo your hair and remove the oil.
6.  Against dandruff. Use the oil in the same way as described for a conditioner above.
7.  Prompts hair growth. If used on a daily basis coconut oil reduces breakage and strengthens the hair.
8.  Protects the hair from the Sun. apply some coconut oil on your hair in the morning to protect it from the sun.
9.  Detangles hair. Apply some coconut oil on a wet hair and few minutes later comb your hair.
10.             Shaving cream. Coconut oil makes the hairs straight and this is especially useful for those with dry
11.             Aftershave. It heals the skin from razor burn and soothes it as well.
12.             Lip balm. It moistens cracked or dry lips. It also protects from sun damage.
13.             Body scrub. Take a half cup of coconut oil and melt it. Mix it with 2 or 4 tablespoons of sugar (brown or white) and pour it into soap molds or muffin tins. Store it in the fridge so that it can solidify and then isolate it from the mild. Use this to scrub your body. Wash your body afterwards.
14.             Exfoliates the face. Make a mixture of baking soda and coconut oil in a ratio of 1:1 and apply ion the face. This will clean your skin from dead skin cells and any dirt.
15.             Exfoliates the feet. Mix coconut oil and sea salt in a ratio of 1:2 and scrub your feet’s soles with it.
16.             Exfoliates the lips. Make a mixture of 2 teaspoons of sugar (white or brown) and 1 teaspoon of coconut oil to soften your lips.
17.             Removes makeup. Apply some coconut oil on your face. Massage it gently and then wash your face. It will remove your make up without irritating your eyes or skin.
18.             Highlights cheekbones. Apply some coconut oil on your cheekbones and highlight them.
19.             Lotion. Mix a cup of each beeswax, shea butter and coconut oil in a mason jar with lid and put it in a saucepan with water and boil it until they melt. Add a teaspoon of vitamin E oil after you remove the jar for the water. Stir until the oils are mixed and then pour the oils into molds. Let them dry and remove them from the molds.
20.             Deodorant. Put ½ cup of each beeswax, shea butter and coconut oil in a mason jar. Put it in hot water and melt it. After it is melt add ½ cup of arrowroot powder, three tablespoons of baking soda and one teaspoon of Vitamin E oil. Pour into molds and let it cool.
21.             Massage oil. Its antioxidants and moisturizing powers are great for the muscles.
22.             Softens the elbows .Rub some oil on your dry or cracked elbows.
23.             For cracked heels. Regular use of coconut oil prevents cracked heels.
24.             Treatment for nails and cuticles. Rub some oil on your cuticles every night prior to going to bed.
25.             Reduces stretch marks. Regular use of this oil can reduce stretch marks.
26.             Clean your mascara brush. Soak your brush in coconut oil and clean it.
27.             Eyelash enhancer. Apply some coconut oil and enhance your eyelashes.
28.             Removes wax from the skin.
29.             Lubricant. Use it as a lubricant but be careful not to use it with condoms.
30.             Reduces varicose veins. Coconut oil reduces varicose veins.
31.             Reduces cellulite. Apply this oil on the problematic area and you will notice improvements.
32.             Bath oil. Heat one cup of coconut oil and remove it from the heat 2 minutes later. Add 15 drops of some essential oil. Stir it well and pour into molds. When it cools put one mold in the water and allow it to dissolve.
33.             Tattoo moisturizer. Apply some coconut oil on your tattoo.
34.              Cooking oil. This oil withstands higher temperature compared to every other oil.
35.              Grease pans.
36.              Coffee or tea creamer. You need to blend 2 cups of hot coffee, 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter and 2 tablespoons of coconut oil.
37.              Sweetener. Use this oil as a replacement for sugar.
38.              Butter replacement. Coconut oil is the healthier alternative.
39.             Smoothies. Blend together  1 teaspoon of cinnamon, ½ cup strawberries, 1 tablespoon of powdered cocoa, ½ teaspoon vanilla, 2 tablespoons powdered gelatin, ¼ coconut oil and 2 cups of coconut milk.
 40. Salad dressing.
 41. Mayonnaise. Mix four egg yolks, 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar or lemon juice,   one teaspoon of mustard and 2/3 cup of olive oil and 2/3 cup of coconut oil. 42. Prevents freezer burn.
 43. Preserves eggs. Coat the eggshell with coconut oil to preserve the eggs. 44. Popcorn topping. 45. Removes greasy food from dishes.

 46. Fights inflammation. It has capric acid and lauric acid and they reduce inflammation.    47. Heals wounds and cuts.
  48. Promotes weight loss.
  49. Controls the appetite. A spoonful of coconut oil prior every meal will reduce your      appetite.  50. Freshens the breath. It has antibacterial properties that kill mouth bacteria responsible for bad breath.   51. Aromatherapy
  52. Increases energy. It has medium-chain triglycerides which provide your body with energy.    53. Improves the immune system.
   54. Improves blood circulation.
   55. Supports the thyroid function.
   56. Relieves constipation.
   57. Improves the bones’ health.
   58. Combats arthritis. Coconut oil has anti-inflammatory properties.    59. As a treatment for yeast and fungal infections.
   60. As a treatment for haemorrhoids.
   61. As a treatment for Athlete’s foot.
   62. As a treatment for toenail fungus.
   63. Reduces the cholesterol levels.
   64. Prevents cold sores.
   65. Soothes sore throat pain.
   66. Treats cough.
   67. Repels insects.
   68. Helps with bug bites.
   69 Soothes the swelling and pain of a bee sting.
   70. Soothes sunburn
   71. Relieves eczema
   72. Relieves poison ivy itch.
   73. Relieves chicken pox itch.
   74. Offers relief from acid reflux/heartburn.
       75. Soothes toothache.
       76. Can be used as a toothpaste.
       77. Mouthwash
       78. Removes the wax from ears
       79. Eliminates moles and warts.
       80. Fight allergies
       81. As a treatment for an ear infection
       82. Prevents nose bleed.
       83. Prevents the occurrence of lice.

      84. As a cream for nipples.
      85. Boost the nursing.
      86. Prevents morning sickness
      87. Prevents or reduces tears to the perineum.
      88. As a moisturizer for a baby skin.
      89. Prevents diaper rush.

       90. As a rust remover
        91. Helps to unstuck a zipper.
        92. Removes gum form shoes, carpet or hair.
        93. As a lubricant for kitchen appliances.
        94. Polishes the furniture
        95. For fixing squeaky hinges.
        96. It can make your plants shiny.
        97. Eliminates soap scum
        98. Makes the leather shinier
        99. Cleans the leather.
        100. It can help you remove a ring.
        101. Removes snow from shovels.

Shea butter Whipped with Coconut oil: This is our second product: Shea butter is a slightly yellowish or ivory colored and nutty, smoky scented natural fat extracted from the seed of the African Shea tree. It is often referred to by its French name as ‘karite tree’ which originally means the tree of life. The tree got this name due to its exceptional healing properties. It’s a supreme natural moisturizer with exceptional healing properties for the skin. Unrefined Shea butter is by itself ready for direct application to the skin without any need for further processing.
Mixing it with other ingredient such as essential oils, you can make it more appealing and convenient for particular application.

Except as a superior moisturizer, she’s butter is used to treat various skin problems including: eczema, dermatitis, stretch marks, dry skin and hair, insect bites, psoriasis, acne, cracked skin, itchy skin, muscle fatigue and tension, rheumatism, arthritis, sunburns, skin allergies and rashes, scars and dark spots, skin blemishes and wrinkles.
Our Shea butter was sourced from the local market in Nigeria and whipped with our virgin cold pressed coconut oil for more efficiency and effectiveness.




Uses and benefit of Sheabutter:

·       Shea butter protects the skin from drying out

·       Shea butter offers protection against sun exposure

·       Use it as a lip balm

·       For baby care

·       Shea butter helps smooth out wrinkled skin

·       Shea butter helps reduce or prevent stretch marks formation during pregnancy

·       Shea butter can reduce skin inflammation

·       Shea butter can be used as a hair softener

·       It can be used as massage oil for the scalp

·       Shea butter can protect your hair from UV rays and environmental pollutants

·       Shea butter gives pain relief

·       It can give relief from cold and sinusitis

·       Shea gives relief from insect bites


These are the two products we have available in the market for now, we hope to come up with more organic products as soon as we can.
With these two product available in the market, we have been able to engage a few of Nigerian job seekers as either as a distributor or a market.
Our enlightenment programme has also reduced the reliance of some of Nigerian citizen on imported or chemically processed moisturizer. Nigerians now buy our organic product and use it either directly or as ingredient in missing their own organic body cream, hair cream or as baby diaper cream. We have also created more market for farm produce as we source our coconut and sheabutter from farmers in Nigeria.
And most importantly, our product is in line with the current policy of Nigeria government with the “buy naija grow naija’’ tag so as to improve our economy.

GET THESE PRODUCTS IN THE UK, USA OR OTHER WESTERN COUNTRIES  VIA www.nuerasamp.com.

THANK YOU.


BY: Akinsanya Funmilayo Ogunyinka
Founder/CEO
Naturegrove Organics

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Saturday 10 September 2016

A Must Have For Every Woman Single, Married And Inbetween........

Get yours today at: https://www.jumia.com.ng/junes-secrets-tio-balls-296194.html in Africa and
www.nuerasamp.com everywhere else
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Sunday 4 September 2016

Medical Tests Men Need In Their ....




20s

Sexually trandmitted disease (STD) check including HIV, chlamydia, Testicular self exam, vaccine boost including hepatitis A&B, meninigitis and tetanus-diphteria and acellular pertussis (Tdap), Dental exam



30s

Cholesterol level check, Waist size check (this is when the pregnant man syndrome starts in most men), Blood pressure check, Blood glucose check, Dental exam

40s

Eye exam, Blood pressure check, Blood glucose check, Heart disease check, Dental exam, Waist size check

50s

Prostate cancer screening, Colonoscopy (unpleasant but necessary), Hepatitis C vaccination status, Dental exam



60s
Vision test, Bone density check, Abdominal aortic aneurysm check, Dental exam, Mental agility
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I Hate It When This Happens..


This was me the other day after a conversation with a very rude patient.
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Workwear Suggestions For The Week Courtesy Nueras Shopping Mall.






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Red Meat Is Not The Only Source Of Protein.


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Health Benefits Of Avocado.



So theres been a lot of talk about avocado. Some are evn calling it a super food and after doing some research I am inclined to agree. Below are some of the health benefits of avocado:

·       Aids digestion - The nutrients and enzymes contained in it can help redude inflammation in the stomach and the lining of the small intestine.


·       Lowers cholesterol – A compound called betasitosterol in avocado has been found effective in lowering bad cholesterol (LDL) and increasing good cholesterol (HDL).


·       Improves cardiovascular health  - Avocado is rich in vitamin B6 and folic acid which help regulate the homocysteine levels and thus lowering the risk of heart disease.



·       Improves and maintains brain health – It is one of the super brain foods that has been found to help prevent Alzheimer’s diease

·       Prevents cancer -  Recents studies carried out indicate that regualr comsumption of avocado could reduces the risk of prostate cancer and breast cancer.

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Friday 26 August 2016

How to Become A June's Secrets Agent


 




How to become a JS agent

1.       Express your interest via email (junessecrets@gmail.com) with a brief description for yourself and any relevant experience including how you heard about JS, why you want to be an agent i.e. your motivation, your thoughts about the JS brand and what you can bring to the table.

2.       A company representative will call you to discuss the opportunity

3.       Attend the free online training

4.       Purchase and use the product, you cannot sell what you don’t know or haven’t used yourself. We want all out agents to walk the same exact path as the clients they sell to.

The ideal candidate will

1.       Be sociable

2.       Have a can do attitude

3.       Be a go getter

4.       Be independent

5.       Be down to earth

6.       Be flexible

7.       Be mobile

What does being an agent look like?

1.       All agents will get free training by way of online videos and Skype training sessions.

2.       All our agents have to purchase and use the product. This not only gives you a better understanding of the product but it will boost your confidence when out in the field.

3.       After using the product for the appropriate time period you can start.

4.       You get clients take their orders always include your unique agent code, so that we can both track the sales you bring in and your performance for promotion consideration, pass the order details to your regional head.

5.       You both arrange a time that’s convenient for you both to pick up the product.

For each product you sell you make a profit of 1000naira because we sell it to you at heavily discounted price. You don’t have to purchase lots of products at a time. You can purchase as the orders come in so the only initial investment required is the purchase of the product.


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Most cancers are not due to chance as previously thought.


A new study carried out in America has found that up to 90% of cancers are caused by modern lifestyle choices. So even more of a reason to make better lifestyle choices. See the table below for a summary of their findings.

Type of cancer
% caused naturally
% caused by lifestyle
Colorectal
25
75 (poor diet)
Skin
14
86 (overexposure to sun)
Cervical
10
90 (human papilloma virus)
Oesophageal
25
75 (tobacco and alcohol)
Liver
20
80 (hepatitis b &c, alcohol)
Anal
10
90 (human papillomavirus)
Lung
14
86(smoking)
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That Friday Night Feeling


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I Said You Acted Like A Twart Not That You Are One.........


I'm done walking on egg shells around anybody. If you're touchy or oversensitive that's your problem not mine.
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I think Every Parent Knows Whta I'm Talking About


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South African MilkTart



Also known as Melktert, is a South African dessert consisting of a sweet pastry crust with a creamy filling made from milk, flour, sugar and eggs.

Preparation time: 30mins

 Cooking time: 20mins

Serves: 8

Ingredients for the crust:

  • 280 grams flour
  • 227 butter (not soft)
  • 1 large egg
  • 15 grams sugar
  • 2 tbsp ice Water
  • 2 tsp baking powder

Steps

1.     Slice the butter in thin slices.

2.     Add the sugar and ice water and well beaten egg to the butter.

3.     Sift the flour and baking powder over the mixture and very gently mix the mixture by working it with your finger tips.

4.     Place the dough in the fridge for 30 minutes.

5.     Divide dough into 2 balls. Grease 2 pie dishes (32 oz. (1 liter).  Press each ball onto a pie dish.  Make sure it is evenly spread, the crust will be very thin if you use 2 pie dishes, and prick with a fork, it works just as well. Use fingers to make a pattern at the edge of the dish, or use a knife to cut a straight edge at the rim of the dish. Bake for 10 -12 minutes until edge browns

6.     In a separate bowl, mix together 2 1/2 tablespoons flour, cornstarch, and 1/2 cup sugar. Add beaten eggs to sugar mixture and whisk until smooth. Slowly whisk mixture into milk. Return pan to heat and bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Boil and stir 5 minutes. Pour half of mixture into each pastry shell. Sprinkle with cinnamon. Chill before serving.

Ingredients for the filling:

  • 15 grams butter (not soft)
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 ltr Milk
  • 120 grams flour
  • 200 grams sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • Vanilla Essence
  • Cinnamon Sugar or Roasted Coconut.

Steps

1.     Mix the butter, salt, sugar and flour together with your fingertips until crumbed.

2.     Place the milk in a saucepan and bring it to boil, reduce to very low, very slowly add the crumbs little by little stirring with an egg whisk. Be careful not to burn the milk or to work to quickly with the crumbs as it can form lumps. Let it simmer for 5 minutes, just make sure it does not burn.  Remove from the stove. Let it cool slightly.  Add the 3 beaten eggs to the mixture.  Mix well. You can use an electric mixer set to the lowest intensity.

3.     Add 1 teaspoon Vanilla essence  Mix well. Place the mixture in the prepared dish or dishes and bake for 10 minutes.

When cooled sprinkle with cinnamon sugar or coconut.
Bon Appetit!
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