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5 Tips That Might Help Reduce Your Snoring Considerably

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4 years ago

August 7, 2019

FAB.NG

Someone who snores can’t really do anything about it. Although There are a couple of ways in which you could considerably reduce your snoring.

These 5 tips will help you get better night rests.

Don’t sleep on your back
If you lie on your back, you’re basically ensuring that more pressure is put on your throat. Besides that, your tongue also sinks into your pharynx a little bit, which causes snoring. By lying on your side, you’ll reduce the chance of snoring.

Trace the cause
Three of the biggest reasons why people snore is because they are overweight, they smoke (a lot) or they drink (a lot). If a snorer smokes and drinks, it can really help to stop doing those things as much. At least make sure you don’t drink alcohol before you go to bed. If you are overweight, it could help to lose a bit of weight.
Drink enough water
Are your throat, nose and nasal cavity dry? This can lead to irritation and inflammation which in turn can lead to snoring. Make sure you drink enough water during the day.

Take a hot shower
Having a cold can have a lot of influence on your snoring tendencies. When you have a cold, your airways narrow, after all. Taking a hot shower or bath can loosen up your snot and mucous, which will open up your airways.
Do tongue and throat exercises
By training your tongue, the lower part of your pharynx and your soft palate, you can reduce your snoring as well. These parts of your mouth usually relax when you are asleep and this causes the airflow to be limited, which might make you snore. By doing exercises, you can train these areas of your mouth, which hopefully leads to them not relaxing as much when you sleep.

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7 Facts About The Benin Kingdom

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5 days ago

March 24, 2023

Adaeze Okechi

The Benin Kingdom was founded by Eweka 1, son of the Yoruba prince Oranmiyan, who was sent by his father to rule the kingdom.

Oranmiyan’s attempts to rule the kingdom failed, and he left, calling the land Ile Ibinu, which means land of anger or vexation.

Eweka 1 became the first Oba of Benin.
The most powerful king was Oba Ewuare the Great, who built massive walls around the kingdom and inspired dedication and loyalty in his subjects.

The Benin Kingdom was famous for its artwork, which was seized by colonialists. The people of Benin were powerful traders involved in different trading activities, including the slave trade.
In the 18th and 19th centuries, the kingdom was weakened by civil wars among the people. At the same time, the British colonialists attempted to invade the Benin Kingdom and make it part of their colony.
The British succeeded in 1897, burning down Benin City and expelling Oba Ovonramwem. His son Aiguobasin Ovonramwem later worked with the colonial government as a chief from 1902.

Kingdom of Benin - World History Encyclopedia

The Benin people are the best bronze casters in the world. This is believed to be one of the greatest defining characteristics of the historic Kingdom of Benin. Established in the 14th century by Oba Oguola, the tradition of the casting profession remains a very preserved tradition only practiced by the Igun clan of casters by the official approval of the Oba.

He was able to rebuild the kingdom, set up art guilds, and commission new artwork in place of the ones stolen.

Despite the British invasion, the Benin monarchy still exists today as one of the most flourishing and long-standing monarchies in the world.

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5 Nigerian Proverbs That Would Get You Thinking

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1 week ago

March 21, 2023

Adaeze Okechi

Proverbs, they say, is the oil in the food of a culture. Anyone who speaks with proverbs is always regarded as a wise person because he or she has had a deep root in the culture guiding him.

These 5 Nigerian Igbo proverbs would make your words weightier:

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Ura ga-eju onye nwuru anwu afo.

Meaning – There is no point rushing what you know you would still have.

Gidi gidi bụ ugwu eze.

Meaning – Unity is strength.

Chọọ ewu ojii ka chi dị.

Meaning – Make hay while the sun shines.

Otu onye tuo izu, o gbue ochu.

Meaning – Knowledge is never complete: two heads are better than one.

Ihe ehi hụrụ gbalaba oso ka okuku huru na-atụ onu.

Meaning – Fools rush in where angels fear to tread.

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3 Fun Ways To Enjoy The Weekend Without Breaking The Bank

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2 years ago

May 21, 2021

FAB.NG

Everyone deserves to enjoy weekend especially after working through the week. The only problem is, the weekend can’t be fun without money. However, here are 5 fun ways to enjoy the weekend without breaking the bank.

Pay a Visit to The Freedom Park

Freedom park is located on the island and it has a lot if great sites to behold. There are statues, pools, ponds, museum, and a gallery. you can enter into the park with as low as 200 and buy food and drink for a reasonable price.

Go To The Beach

The beach is famous for its fun and splendid view. So as long as you can get to the island in Lagos, you have variety of beaches to choose from, the entry fee is very cheap. It is advised that you go with friends, to have complete fun.

Enjoy the Company of Friends and Families At An Owanbe

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One way to enjoy the weekend without breaking the bank is by going to a party. There is always an owanbe going on somewhere, even if you are going as an invitee or as an attache, it is certain that you will have fun and a fulfilled weekend.